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Renovation For Public Housing

BCA UEN: T08GB0005B

EVENT CODE: 71015

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About the Course

Overview

In its effort to carry out renovation works in HDB flats, Housing & Development Board (HDB) requires all renovation contractor and its authorised persons to be listed in HDB Directory of Renovation Contractors (DRC), to attend a prescribed Renovation for Public Housing course. This is a mandatory requirement for renovation and windows contractors and applicants applying to be listed in the Directory of Renovation Contractors.

Objectives

Upon completing the course, participants will be able to gain understanding on latest HDB’s renovation guidelines, relevant authorities' requirements and technical guide as well as good industry practices for renovation and electrical works.

Course Outline

PART (A): HDB RENOVATION GUIDELINES & CONDITIONS

Topic 1 - HDB Directory of Renovation Contractors (DRC)

Objectives
Role of renovation contractors
Dos & Don’ts of Renovation Works
Application of Renovation of Permit via Electronic Transaction (APEX)

Topic 2 - Architectural Requirements

Technical & Submission Requirements

Topic 3 - Structural Requirements

Types of HDB Buildings
Submission Requirements & Permits
Unauthorised Works
Household Shelters

Topic 4 - Electrical Requirements

Guidelines for Electrical work
Technical Conditions

Topic 5 - Mechanical Requirements

Guidelines
Technical Specifications

Topic 6 - Precast Components

Details & its awareness
Types of Precast Components

Topic 7 - Prefab Toilets

Renovation Guidelines
Maintenance Guidelines

PART (B): STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS, BUILDING MATERIALS & COMPONENTS

Topic 8 - Building Regulations & Technical Requirements

Technical Departments - Building & Construction Authority; Fire Safety & Shelter Bureau; SP Services; PUB-Water; PUB-Sewerage & Sanitary & Piped Gas
Submission Requirements
Qualified Persons
Guidelines & Procedures

Topic 9 - Project Planning & Organisation

Planning Techniques
Monitoring & Evaluation of Works
Responsibilities & Organisation Structure
Renovation Contracts

Topic 10 - Building Materials & Components

Common Defects in renovation works
Practical Considerations on achieving quality in renovation works
Quality Benchmarks

COURSE MATERIALS

Course notes will be uploaded to BCAA Learning Management System (LMS).
Participant is strongly advised to print their own course notes for the online assessment.

Course Information

25, 26 November 2024 (Registration is closed, next intake is to be advised)

8.30am to 6.00pm

2 days

BCA Braddell Campus

English (Applicant must be proficient in English (reading, listening and speaking) or have acquired Level 3 or higher pass in English (Comprehensive/Conversational) under the Workplace Literacy (WPL) programme.)

In keeping with our green and sustainable practices, course notes will be available in e-format.

*Registration closes once class size reaches maximum of 100 pax

Who Should Attend

Renovation and windows contractors and applicants applying to be listed in the Directory of Renovation Contractors.

Assessment & Award

Participant must attain at least 75% classroom attendance to be eligible to take the end of course assessment.
Those who pass the assessment will be awarded with an e-Certificate of Successful Completion (e-CSC).

Fee & Funding