The course will also cover the issue of Excess cold, health effects along with possible solutions. • Government and Regulator interest and actions • The importance of Damp and Mould • Causes of damp and mould in dwellings • Actions and Solutions to address Damp and Mould in buildings • Excess Cold causes and effects • Solutions to Excess cold in dwellings • Enforcement options • Practical exercises

Duration: 1.5 hours - 2 hours

Delivery Method: Virtual, Face to Face

This short session helps tenants understand what damp and mould are, why they happen, and what landlords are legally required to do under current housing standards and Awaab’s Law. The session also offers practical, gentle guidance on how tenants can reduce everyday moisture and report issues early — without implying blame. The focus is on safety, confidence, and early action, using simple explanations, real‑world examples, and myth‑busting

As a Housing Professional you need to know the essentials for managing residential property. Our online course will give you the confidence to know that you are managing your tenants and property in a responsible way. The training is intended to follow the natural progression of a tenancy from beginning to end and will cover all the main areas a Housing professinal should know. Course Content: 6 Modules • Pre Tenancy • Roles & Responsibilities • Setting Up & During a Tenancy • Ending a Tenancy • Inspecting your Property • HMO’s At the end of each module there will be a set of multi choice questions. Finally, there will be one open answer for you to submit for assessment by DASH. By the end of this course delegates will have developed their management skills and understand their rights and responsibilities. They will be able to identify and eliminate those unacceptable health and safety hazards that are the landlord’s responsibility in law. The course is typically delivered online at a cost of £60 (for non DASH members) however it can be adapted to a face to face in person course should numbers permit. To talk to the DASH team about the training or to arrange an alternative means of completing the course call 01332 641111 or email jack.taylor@derby.gov.uk