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Yes, installers should be qualified to install rainscreen cladding systems to ensure the system’s long-term performance and safety. Also, to mitigate the risks of water ingress and structural issues.
Rainscreen Cladding Qualifications typically involve demonstrating practical skills and knowledge through work-based schemes.
Since the Grenfell Fire Tragedy of 2017, there has been an increased focus on formal training and qualifications for rainscreen façade workers to enhance building safety.
3B Training’s Rainscreen Cladding Training courses launch in early 2026 for cladding installers and supervisors across the UK.
Skilled and qualified installers ensure that the rainscreen system is installed correctly. This helps to prevent issues including water infiltration, condensation, and structural weaknesses.
Correctly installed rainscreen cladding will ensure energy efficiency and prolonged lifespan.
Proper installation is crucial for meeting building regulations. These include Approved Document C (protection from moisture) and Approved Document L (energy efficiency).
Provides guidance on resistance to moisture and contaminants in construction, which includes:
For more detailed information, refer to the official documents on the UK government website.
A key part of the Building Regulations in England. It is specifically designed to address the conservation of fuel and power in new and refurbished dwellings. The document sets out the legal requirements and technical standards which buildings must meet to ensure energy efficiency.
Document L is divided into two volumes:
It provides guidance on various aspects of energy conservation. These include thermal performance, air tightness, efficient heating, cooling, and ventilation systems, low-energy lighting, and insulation regulations. Document L is updated regularly to reflect improvements in technologies and materials. This helps to ensure buildings are constructed or modified to optimise energy efficiency.
Qualified professionals understand the requirements of the system and can identify and mitigate potential risks during installation.
See the government website for further information about Approved Document L.
Work-based qualifications for experienced installers. To provide the proof that they have the skills and knowledge to complete their work safely and to a high standard.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations.
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) is supporting new training and qualification programs, such as the Rainscreen Cladding Installer Training program, to address skills shortages and enhance building safety standards.
Assessments are typically conducted in the workplace. An assessor observes the installer’s skills and gathers evidence of their competence.
Installers will need to demonstrate their understanding of health and safety procedures, system requirements, and regulations.
Evidence collected includes observations, discussions with assessors, and witness testimonies from supervisors or managers.
Rainscreen cladding contractors can significantly enhance their careers by gaining a cladding installation qualification. 3B Training offers Rainscreen Cladding Training for cladding installers and cladding installation supervisors across the UK.
The rainscreen cladding supervisor course provides delegates with technical leadership, supervision skills, and the knowledge to improve their installation quality assurance processes.
The rainscreen façade installer course provides delegates with the knowledge and skills to install state cavity barriers, carrier systems, rainscreen façade systems, and to install backing walls.
To find out more about rainscreen cladding training, please visit our Rainscreen Cladding Training Courses webpage, or contact us via our contact form.
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