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Awaab's Law, Damp, Mould & Indoor Air Quality
This workshop explains what Awaab's Law means for anyone working in housing. It looks at how damp and mould problems must be managed, how indoor air quality links to resident health, and what landlords, trades, and contractors must now do by law.
What you will learn
- The background and purpose of Awaab's Law
- Legal duties for damp, mould, and poor air quality
- What the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) requires
- How to inspect, record, and respond to complaints correctly
- How to prove compliance and protect residents
Course content
Module 1
The Story Behind Awaab's Law
What happened and why the law changed
Module 2
Legal Duties for Landlords and Contractors
New response times, documentation, and evidence rules
Module 3
Spotting and Recording Damp and Mould
How to identify, photograph, and record findings
Module 4
Indoor Air Quality Basics
Ventilation, condensation, and material impacts
Module 5
Reporting and Communication
How to log issues, escalate safely, and protect residents
Module 6
Good Practice Examples
Simple routines that prevent escalation and claims
Who this is for
- Audience
- Operatives, supervisors, surveyors, and housing officers involved in maintenance, repair, or resident visits.
- Requirements
- None. Recommended for anyone working in homes or residential properties.