{"id":1096,"date":"2026-03-31T20:14:49","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T20:14:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/emeai\/?page_id=1096"},"modified":"2026-07-23T11:56:08","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T11:56:08","slug":"riba-cpd","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/emeai\/riba-cpd\/","title":{"rendered":"RIBA"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<section class=\"breadcrumbs\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" data-aos-duration=\"600\" data-aos-easing=\"ease-out\" data-aos-delay=\"100\">\r\n    <div class=\"content_holder content_holder_1570\">\r\n    \t<ul>\r\n        \t\t\t\t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/emeai\/\">Home<\/a><\/li>\r\n\t\t\t        <\/ul>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"page_title \" data-aos=\"fade-up\" data-aos-duration=\"600\" data-aos-easing=\"ease-out\" data-aos-delay=\"200\">\r\n    <div class=\"content_holder content_holder_1570\">\r\n    \t\t        <h1>Facade Access Design<\/h1>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\r\n<section class=\"solutions_intro solutions_intro_1 solutions_intro_flip solutions_intro_vc \">\r\n    <div class=\"content_holder content_holder_1570 clearfix\">\r\n\r\n\t\t                <div class=\"sol_right \" data-aos=\"fade-up\" data-aos-duration=\"600\" data-aos-easing=\"ease-out\" data-aos-delay=\"300\">\r\n        \t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ribacpd.com\/cpd\/detail\/facade-access-design\/xvWnhu4eqcXcgnfnQAbh44\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"img_zoom\">            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/emeai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/07\/RIBA-logo-scaled-881x515_c.png\" alt=\"RIBA-logo\">\r\n            <\/a>        <\/div>\r\n            \r\n        <div class=\"sol_left \" data-aos=\"fade-up\" data-aos-duration=\"600\" data-aos-easing=\"ease-out\" data-aos-delay=\"400\">\r\n        \t\r\n                                    \r\n        \t<h4 class=\"\"><h2>RIBA-Assessed CPD Provider<\/h2><\/h4>            <div class=\"site_contents\">\r\n            <p>This course is registered with RIBA as structured continuing professional development. Architects and design professionals can claim 1 hour of CPD on completion. Certificates of attendance are issued to both RIBA members and non-members on request.<\/p>\n<p>The CPD content does not constitute an approval or endorsement by RIBA of any product, method or manner of construction.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\r\n            \t            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ribacpd.com\/cpd\/detail\/facade-access-design\/xvWnhu4eqcXcgnfnQAbh44\" class=\"site_btn site_btn_sm\" target=\"_blank\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\tBook Seminar                <\/a>\r\n                &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\r\n                        \r\n                        \r\n\r\n                                    \r\n            \r\n            \r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\r\n<section class=\"solutions_intro solutions_intro_1 \">\r\n    <div class=\"content_holder content_holder_1570 clearfix\">\r\n\r\n\t\t                <div class=\"sol_right \" data-aos=\"fade-up\" data-aos-duration=\"600\" data-aos-easing=\"ease-out\" data-aos-delay=\"300\">\r\n        \t            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/emeai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2024\/10\/The-Art-of-Balancing-Design-and-Functionality-in-Facade-Access-scaled-881x515_c.jpg\" alt=\"The Art of Balancing Design and Functionality in Facade Access\">\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n            \r\n        <div class=\"sol_left \" data-aos=\"fade-up\" data-aos-duration=\"600\" data-aos-easing=\"ease-out\" data-aos-delay=\"400\">\r\n        \t\r\n                                    \r\n        \t<h4 class=\"\"><h2>Planning Facade Access for UK Buildings<\/h2><\/h4>            <div class=\"site_contents\">\r\n            <p>Earn 1 hour of RIBA CPD while learning how to plan permanent facade access through the design stages of a UK building. The course follows the RIBA Plan of Work and covers UK legislation, British Standards and equipment selection.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1-hour CPD, available in person or virtually<\/li>\n<li>Aligned with RIBA Plan of Work Stages 1 to 4<\/li>\n<li>Covers HSWA 1974, PUWER, LOLER, WaH Regs 2005, CDM 2015 and the Building Safety Act 2022<\/li>\n<li>Built on global project experience across the most demanding facades<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n            <\/div>\r\n                        \r\n                        \r\n\r\n                                    \r\n            \r\n            \r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-luminous-vivid-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-e5ee3ec44f00dae708a626e79ab1edb9 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\"><strong>What You&#8217;ll Learn<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-four-learning-objectives-for-uk-architects-and-design-teams\">Four Learning Objectives for UK Architects and Design Teams<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">This CPD session explores how fa\u00e7ade access should be\u00a0considered as\u00a0a fundamental element of building design, rather than a late-stage addition. It provides a clear understanding of how early design decisions influence safety, compliance, cost, and long-term building performance.\u00a0The session draws on real project experience and current UK legislation to\u00a0demonstrate\u00a0how a well-developed fa\u00e7ade access strategy can enhance design outcomes, reduce risk, and support whole-life asset value.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/work_2.svg\" alt=\"Why Work With Facade Access Solutions\" class=\"wp-image-261\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:70%\">\n<h3 id=\"h-why-facade-access-matters-at-riba-stages-1-to-3\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Why Facade Access Matters at RIBA Stages 1 to 3<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understand why early integration of facade access protects design intent, controls capital and operational cost and reduces lifecycle risk. The facade is often the costliest element of a building. Treating access as a late-stage add-on leads to compromised facades and higher long-term cost. Early planning is supported by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/emeai\/solutions\/integrated-design-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Integrated Design Services<\/a> across RIBA Stages 1 to 3.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/stat_2.svg\" alt=\"homepage icon\" class=\"wp-image-94\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:70%\">\n<h3 id=\"h-uk-legislation-and-british-standards-for-facade-access\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">UK Legislation and British Standards for Facade Access<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Review the legal duties placed on designers, clients and contractors. The course covers HSWA 1974, PUWER, LOLER, the Work at Height Regulations 2005, CDM 2015 and the Building Safety Act 2022. British Standards covered include BS 8560, BS EN 1808, BS 6037-1, BS 6037-2 and BS 7883. A full reference list is available on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/emeai\/codes-regulations-standards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Codes, Regulations and Standards<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/benefit_4.svg\" alt=\"Integrated Design Services icon\" class=\"wp-image-206\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:70%\">\n<h3 id=\"h-facade-access-equipment-selection-and-the-hierarchy-of-controls\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Facade Access Equipment Selection and the Hierarchy of Controls<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn how the Work at Height Regulations hierarchy guides equipment choice. Compare BMUs, davits, monorails, powered cradles, travelling ladders, gantries, MEWPs, rope access and anchor systems.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/emeai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/07\/installation-commissioning-inspection-and-training-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"installation-commissioning-inspection-and-training\" class=\"wp-image-1716\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover;width:120px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/emeai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/07\/installation-commissioning-inspection-and-training-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/emeai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/07\/installation-commissioning-inspection-and-training-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/emeai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/07\/installation-commissioning-inspection-and-training-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/emeai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/07\/installation-commissioning-inspection-and-training-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/emeai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/07\/installation-commissioning-inspection-and-training-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/emeai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/07\/installation-commissioning-inspection-and-training.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:70%\">\n<h3 id=\"h-installation-commissioning-inspection-and-training\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Installation, Commissioning, Inspection and Training<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Review proof load testing, LOLER thorough examination and PUWER inspection. Understand SAEMA training, IRATA rope access levels and IPAF MEWP categories. Learn what competence looks like under UK law and how it is verified through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/emeai\/services\/inspection-safety-compliance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">inspection, safety and compliance<\/a> programmes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Qingdao-Haitian-1-scaled-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"BMU solutions Qingdao Haitian Center\" class=\"wp-image-1003\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 id=\"h-facade-access-systems-covered-in-the-cpd\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Facade Access Systems Covered in the CPD<\/h2>\n\n\n\r\n<section class=\"accordion_list\" style=\"padding-top:px; padding-bottom:px;\">\r\n    <div class=\"content_holder content_holder_1570 clearfix\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"acc_wrap\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" data-aos-duration=\"600\" data-aos-easing=\"ease-out\" data-aos-delay=\"100\">\r\n        \t                                    \t                    <div class=\"acc_item\">\r\n                        <div class=\"acc_title\">Building Maintenance Units (BMUs) <span><\/span><\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"acc_txt\">\r\n                            <div class=\"site_contents\">\r\n                            \t<p>A mechanised access system designed to provide safe access to a building&#8217;s fa\u00e7ade, typically consisting of a roof-mounted trolley and hoist that suspends a work platform. It can be equipped with an additional auxiliary hoist to facilitate glazing and cladding replacement.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                        \t                    <div class=\"acc_item\">\r\n                        <div class=\"acc_title\">Davit Systems <span><\/span><\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"acc_txt\">\r\n                            <div class=\"site_contents\">\r\n                            \t<p>A removable device fixed to a building\u2019s rooftop or terraces to suspend a powered cradle or to support rope access. It consists of a vertical mast and horizontal arm that allow operatives to position themselves over the building edge.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                        \t                    <div class=\"acc_item\">\r\n                        <div class=\"acc_title\">Monorails <span><\/span><\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"acc_txt\">\r\n                            <div class=\"site_contents\">\r\n                            \t<p>A single-track, typically mounted on the roof of a building, in a soffit, or on the fa\u00e7ade, that is designed to support trolleys that move horizontally or on an inclination. It can be used in conjunction with a powered cradle or by rope access technicians.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                        \t                    <div class=\"acc_item\">\r\n                        <div class=\"acc_title\">Travelling Gantries <span><\/span><\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"acc_txt\">\r\n                            <div class=\"site_contents\">\r\n                            \t<p>A platform used to support workers and equipment while moving along a fa\u00e7ade or atrium. It can be equipped with a suspended powered cradle or glass lifting capabilities.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                        \t                    <div class=\"acc_item\">\r\n                        <div class=\"acc_title\">Safety Lines <span><\/span><\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"acc_txt\">\r\n                            <div class=\"site_contents\">\r\n                            \t<p>Permanent horizontal, inclined or vertical cable systems that provide a secure anchor point for personnel working at height. They can be used for both work restraint and fall-arrest applications, allowing operatives to travel safely across an area whilst remaining continuously connected to the system.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                        \t                    <div class=\"acc_item\">\r\n                        <div class=\"acc_title\">Powered Platforms <span><\/span><\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"acc_txt\">\r\n                            <div class=\"site_contents\">\r\n                            \t<p>A motorised work platform used for accessing building fa\u00e7ades. Unlike a BMU, where the hoist units are roof-mounted, the hoist units are fixed directly within the cradle itself.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                        \t                    <div class=\"acc_item\">\r\n                        <div class=\"acc_title\">Anchor Posts and Eyebolts <span><\/span><\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"acc_txt\">\r\n                            <div class=\"site_contents\">\r\n                            \t<p>Fixed anchorage points to provide secure attachment for personal fall protection equipment. Suitable for work restraint, fall arrest and rope access applications.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\r\n<section class=\"solutions_intro solutions_intro_1 \">\r\n    <div class=\"content_holder content_holder_1570 clearfix\">\r\n\r\n\t\t                <div class=\"sol_right \" data-aos=\"fade-up\" data-aos-duration=\"600\" data-aos-easing=\"ease-out\" data-aos-delay=\"300\">\r\n        \t            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facadeaccesssolutions.com\/emeai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2026\/01\/bmu-service-solutions-1-881x515_c.jpeg\" alt=\"bmu service solutions\">\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n            \r\n        <div class=\"sol_left \" data-aos=\"fade-up\" data-aos-duration=\"600\" data-aos-easing=\"ease-out\" data-aos-delay=\"400\">\r\n        \t\r\n                                    \r\n        \t<h4 class=\"\"><h2>Delivered by Chartered Engineers and SAEMA Leadership<\/h2><\/h4>            <div class=\"site_contents\">\r\n            <p>Facade Access Solutions is part of Alimak Group, the global leader in permanent facade access. The UK CPD is delivered by chartered engineers with active leadership roles in the Specialist Access Engineering and Maintenance Association (SAEMA).<\/p>\n<p>Our team supports architects and design teams across RIBA Plan of Work Stages 1 to 4. We carry over 120 years of facade access experience between the CoxGomyl, Manntech and Tractel brands. Our facade access systems are installed on 12 of the world&#8217;s 13 tallest skyscrapers, with over 16,000 installations operating globally.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\r\n                        \r\n                        \r\n\r\n                                    \r\n            \r\n            \r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull narrow_width has-luminous-vivid-orange-background-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"color:#000000\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9a63418f860e16286ad72dbfbeb3e451\" id=\"schedule-a-visit\" style=\"font-size:40px;line-height:1.15\">READY TO BOOK YOUR RIBA CPD SESSION?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4b13b51d38084d4b24ad382b4ccfa4ab wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"schedule-a-visit\" style=\"font-size:17px\">Schedule CPD for your practice, or register for the next session. 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Facade Access Solutions offers this CPD at no cost as part of our commitment to building safety education. There are no fees for registration,\u00a0attendance\u00a0or your certificate of completion.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                        \t                    <div class=\"acc_item\">\r\n                        <div class=\"acc_title\">How are my RIBA CPD hours recorded? <span><\/span><\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"acc_txt\">\r\n                            <div class=\"site_contents\">\r\n                            \t<p>Attendance is logged at each session and reported as 1 hour of structured CPD. You receive a certificate of attendance for your own CPD record. 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