SLATE DAY

Purpose
To provide delegates with 'hands-on' practical experience of fixing natural slates and to establish for themselves the benefits of Cambrian Slates.

Who Should Attend
Redland account-holding builders merchants, roofing merchants and roofing contractors.

Number of Delegates
Eight minimum, twelve maximum

Duration
One day

Timings
The day starts at 9.00 am and concludes at approximately 5.00 pm

Dress Code
Delegates should wear comfortable working clothes and their own safety boots if possible. Safety boots may be available for loan for the duration of the course.

Accommodation
One night at a local hotel, at inclusive negotiated rates if required. All rooms have private facilities. Dinner, bed and breakfast plus VAT currently £72.50 per person per night.

Content
Conference Room:

• Basic principles of roof slating
• Natural slating and products in the sector
• Development of the Cambrian Slate and fittings

Practical Fixing of:

• Eaves ventilation
• Felt and battens
• Natural slates
• Cambrian Slates
• DryVent Ridge and Rapid Ridge
• Ambi-Dry Verge
• Nails and clips

Demonstration of:

• Cambrian GRP Valley
• Cambrian Mitred Hip
• Cambrian Dry Hip

Cost
Currently there is no charge for Redland account-holder's own staff. For other delegates a contribution is required to part offset the costs incurred in providing lunch and refreshments.

Dates
Please contact the Training & Resource Centre Course Administrator for details.