Block Paving Installation - 2 day course

COURSE OVERVIEW

An invaluable short 2 day practical course that will provide participants with the knowledge and skills to construct a top quality block-paved seating area, path or driveway.

The course covers block selection, excavation and construction levels, permeable paving/SUDS (Sustainable Drainage Systems), edge restraints, planning requirements, cutting in, methods of laying and patterns, potential issues, maintenance and much more.

A not to be missed course.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the course, students will:

• State the differences between Rigid and Flexible paving and the pros and cons of each

• Explain the planning regulations relating to the construction of driveways using block paving

• Describe the construction levels, excavation depths and backfill materials used in block paving

• Describe the materials and construction techniques involved in the installation of permeable paving and SUDS (Sustainable Drainage Systems)

• Describe the materials and demonstrate the construction techniques involved in the installation of edge restraints (K + S)

• Describe the materials and demonstrate the construction techniques involved in the preparation of the laying surface (K + S)

• State the different types of block paviours currently available and their uses. (K)

• Set out a range of commonly used bonding patterns, including 90° and 45° Herringbone, Basket Weave and Running Bond. (S)

• Cut in blocks safely and accurately using appropriate equipment. (S)

• Finish the paved surface to a professional standard (S)

• Describe the industry-recommended maintenance procedures for a looking after a block paved surface (K)

LEARNING FORMAT

Classroom plus practical workshop sessions.

GOOD TO KNOW

Free membership access (worth £50) to The Landscape Library for 6 months, for all course participants once they have attended a TASK Industry course (includes access to training resources, articles, features, templates, publications, advice notes, cross section drawings and mentorship) . Email alangsargent@gmail.com once you have attended the course to access your membership.

• Lunch is not included, we recommend you bring your own packed lunch for each day

• You will receive an automated email from our order system to confirm your booking.

• One week before the date of the course, you will receive a course confirmation email with further information and course joining instructions which includes what to bring with you.

• There is currently no accommodation available at Lower End Farm for TASK students. There are plenty of local accommodation possibilities, please contact us for a range of options.

• Participants are required to have a minimum level 2 in English and Maths.

• Min age: 16

LOCATION

Lower End Farm, Lower End, Birlingham, Pershore, Worcestershire WR10 3AD

TERMS & CONDITIONS

All bookings for a course or event at TASK are subject to our standard Terms and Conditions.