This popular technical workshop delivers a comprehensive understanding of the HHSRS system to all private sector housing practitioners working within or with local authorities. The course enables delegates to benchmark their ratings against others, whilst ensuring their scores are in line with the national approach.
Why you should attend:
- Understand the principles underlying the HHSRS
- Inspecting a dwelling under HHSRS and relating housing deficiencies to potential housing hazards
- Use of the Operating Guidance to inform assessments
- Use of Worked Examples to inform rating decisions
- Undertake HHSRS scoring using Operating Guidance and Worked Examples
- Writing justifications to support assessments
- Carry out an inspection and assessment to gain practical experience and receive constructive feedback
- Options for action following assessments
Who should attend:
- Environmental Health Practitioners
- Property and Housing Managers
- Social Landlords
NB: The Government has recently issued a policy paper summarising a review of the HHSRS & indicating that this will lead a review of the Operating Guidance being issued shortly. In the meantime, please click on the following link to read the policy document and for further information - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/housing-health-and-safety-rating-system-hhsrs-review-outcomes-and-next-steps
What past delegates thought:
“I really appreciated the course and John’s style of teaching. He keeps it on track while letting us ask questions, and just teaches at a good pace. The course is well structured and gave me a good foundation to work from.” — COVID-19 Prevention, Management and Support Officer
Programme
Understanding and applying HHSRS online programme
CPD: 10 hours 30 minutes
