Improving Indoor Air Quality

This free online CPD course from BESA Academy is presented by Daikin and explores the legislative framework at the base of indoor air management and the minimum requirements you need to account for in your next design. The course explains Building Regulations Part F and best practices for the industry, closing with a look at the solutions available to deliver clean, healthy indoor air.

This course is free of charge and CIBSE accredited for CPD. Download your certificate on completion.

What You Will Learn

This 35-minute course covers:

• The legislative framework for indoor air quality management in the UK
• Building Regulations Part F and its requirements for ventilation and air quality
• The minimum requirements you need to account for when designing ventilation systems
• Best practices for delivering healthy indoor air in residential and commercial buildings
• How HVAC systems can be designed and operated to improve indoor air quality
• Solutions and technologies available to meet indoor air quality standards

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is suitable for building services designers and consultants responsible for ventilation system design, installers and engineers working with HVAC and ventilation equipment, architects and specifiers looking to improve indoor air quality in their projects, facilities and property managers responsible for maintaining healthy indoor environments, and anyone involved in the design, installation, or maintenance of systems that affect indoor air quality.

Why Indoor Air Quality Matters

Poor indoor air quality can affect health, wellbeing, and productivity. With people spending the majority of their time indoors, ensuring adequate ventilation, filtration, and air quality management is essential. Building Regulations Part F sets minimum standards for ventilation, but understanding how to design systems that deliver clean, healthy air goes beyond basic compliance.

This course provides the knowledge needed to design, specify, and maintain systems that support good indoor air quality while meeting regulatory requirements.

The Benefits of This Course

Completing this course will help you:

• Understand the legislative framework for indoor air quality management
• Design ventilation systems that comply with Building Regulations Part F
• Apply best practices to improve indoor air quality in your projects
• Recognise the role of HVAC systems in delivering healthy indoor environments
• Stay informed on a topic of growing importance to building occupants and regulators
• Earn CIBSE-accredited CPD to support your professional development

Course Format

Duration: 35 minutes
Format: 100% online, self-paced
Assessment: Knowledge check questions at the end of the course
Certification: CPD certificate available to download on completion
Accreditation: CIBSE accredited
Cost: Free of charge

Frequently Asked Questions

What is indoor air quality (IAQ)?
Indoor air quality refers to the condition of the air inside buildings and how it affects the health, comfort, and wellbeing of occupants. It is influenced by factors such as ventilation, filtration, pollutants, humidity, and the design and operation of HVAC systems.

Why is indoor air quality important?
Poor indoor air quality can lead to health issues such as respiratory problems, fatigue, headaches, and reduced productivity. Ensuring adequate ventilation and effective air filtration helps create healthier and more comfortable indoor environments.

What is Building Regulations Part F?
Building Regulations Part F sets the minimum requirements for ventilation in buildings in England. It ensures that adequate ventilation is provided to remove pollutants, control moisture, and maintain healthy indoor air quality in both residential and commercial buildings.

Who should take this course?
This course is suitable for building services engineers, HVAC installers, architects, designers, facilities managers, and anyone involved in the design, installation, or maintenance of systems that affect indoor air quality.

How can HVAC systems improve indoor air quality?
HVAC systems can improve indoor air quality by providing adequate ventilation, filtering airborne contaminants, controlling humidity levels, and ensuring fresh air is properly distributed throughout the building.

How long does the course take to complete?
The course takes approximately 35 minutes to complete. It is delivered online and can be completed at your own pace, making it convenient for busy professionals.

Is this course accredited for CPD?
Yes. The course is accredited by CIBSE for continuing professional development (CPD), allowing participants to gain recognised learning that supports their professional development.

Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. After successfully completing the course and the knowledge check questions, you will be able to download a CPD certificate confirming your participation.