Renovation For Public Housing

Event code: 71015

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

IMPORTANT NOTE
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT
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.

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.

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

DETAILS
Frequency: Bi-monthly
Date: 24 & 25 June 2024
(To complete online assessment by 27 June 2024, 2359hr)
Duration: 2 days
Time: 8.30am to 5.30pm
Venue: BCA Braddell Campus
Fee (inclusive of 9% GST): S$376.92

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

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).

REGISTRATION
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*Registration closes once class size reaches maximum of 100 pax