Mould and Damp in the Home

Background

This course will give you the skills needed to report accurately on the unhealthy and damaging
conditions that lead to mould and damp in housing, in a efficient & timely manner. Around 30%
of the 216 million homes in Europe suffer with mould. This results in a massive cost to landlords,
tenants, and to the NHS.

Cost : £45

2 free places are reserved for Energy Champions, as part of the Climate Active Neighborhood project.

Course content

The Mould Tutor® Social Housing Foundation Course, designed for front line staff working in UK
social housing. Mould Tutor® is using life coaching with building inspection, to control mould.

By the end of this session you will be able to:

• Build on your understanding of the effect of damp on tenants, landlords, the building.
• Apply knowledge to describe types of damp and rot.
• Anticipate what you will see, where you will see it, and why it may be there.
• See equipment for recording damp environments, have a look at what tools you already
have and pre-empt common mistakes made when reporting defects.
• Understand the effects and consequences of your comments and actions during visits
including visits to void properties.
• Feel confident in why mould grows & how to control it.
• Avoid common objections to taking action.
• Apply the skills learnt.
• Use a glossary of relevant describing words, and understand what they mean in context.

Who’ll benefit?

Housing officers, sheltered housing staff and repairs operatives, surveyors, resident liaison
officers, tenant support officers, income officers, call centre, and office staff.

How will this be taught?

Workshop style classroom.

Is there a certificate?

Yes a certificate of attendance is given.

Why learn with us?

Energise Sussex Coast is working with the Mould Tutor® . The training is delivered by The Mould & Damp Specialist Ltd. It has come about after
over 8 years experience and application by Independent Damp Surveyor Tanya Eldridge HNCdistinction, C.S.R.T, CIH Level 3.

Delegates on these courses have described them as enjoyable and informative, giving practical tools to carry out inspection work.