HHSRS was developed as a component of the Housing Act 2004 to replace the Fitness Standard. If you are a private sector housing practitioner it is likely that you will be required to apply HHSRS in your everyday role. An online version of this course is now available via the Zoom Platform. Who Should attend?People who need to assess properties according to the HHSRS, housing managers who need to learn how the HHSRS may change their property ratings and how to prioritise failings, managers who need to supervise staff who are assessing properties. The course will help organisations come to terms with the practical application and implications of the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS). By the end of this course, participants will understand the principles behind the Housing Health and Safety Rating System and will understand how to link deficiencies, hazards and the likelihood of harms. Use the DASH course finder to make sure this HHSRS course is right for you. CertificationDelegates will receive a certificate of Competence in applying the HHSRS from DASH Services. This course provides evidence that a delegate has attended training and has demonstrated an acceptable understanding of HHSRS through their submitted assignment and their participation in course discussions. DASH is widely regarded as a leading specialist in HHSRS training in the UK Sample ONLINE HHSRS Course Programme Session 1: 9.30am - 1.00pm Background and Development of the HHSRS Inspecting and Identifying Deficiencies Introduction to the Guidance Rating Hazards and the Scoring Procedure Session 2: 9.30am - 1.00pm The software and the Paper Scoring Form The Worked Examples Rating Hazards Briefing on Practical Exercise As HHSRS adopts a ‘risk based’ approach to property defects, there can be a great deal of variation in hazard ratings from practitioner to practitioner. This course incorporates an assessment that must be completed between day one and two of the course. There is a break of at least 20 days between Session 2 and Session 3. Session 3: 9.30am - 1.00pm The second day of the training concentrates mainly on reports given by delegates on their assessments and provides the opportunity for feedback and discussion. Delegates must attend all sessions to pass the course Next Course Dates: Now taking bookings for 2026, Click Here to enquire and register your interest. We also have availability for bespoke courses for your organisation should you wish to commission specific dates. Course FeeOnline - Local Authorities who pay an annual DASH membership: £425 per delegate / non-members £495 per delegate Face to face in person - We also deliver this course face to face in a classroom environment either locally with DASH or you can procure a course especially for your organisation and we will come to you. Local Authorities who pay an annual DASH membership: £425 per delegate / non-members: £495 per delegate. Our costs include the Assessment fee and certification. Course packs are provided by emailed and include the HHSRS guidance manual and worked examples for delegates to retain and will...

Duration: 1 full dayDelivery Method: Virtual OR Face to FaceWho is this course for? Local Authority Officers and Housing Professionals Course Content:This course is ideal for those new to the Housing Sector needing to increase knowledge on housing standards, and those who need to be familiar with HHSRS.The course covers the principles of the HHSRS and how to link deficiencies and hazards, taking a detailed approach to the most common hazards. The relationship between HHSRS and the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 is explored, as well as the responsibilities and timelines Social Housing Landlords will need to follow to be compliant with Awaab’s Law. Use the DASH HHSRS Course Finder to check if this course is right for you.Learning Outcomes:• Understand the principles of the Housing Health and Safety Rating System• Recognise the hazards and harm ratings of the Housing Health and Safety Rating System• Understand the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018• Demonstrate knowledge of Awaab’s Law• Identify the causes of damp and mould and methods of removal• Discuss the legal responsibilities landlords have to their tenants Certification: Attendance and knowledge checkPricing: Members £250 Non Members £295 Next Course Dates: Now taking bookings for 2026, Click Here to enquire and register your interest. Find more DASH Training Courses here: Click hereTerms and Conditions: Click hereDisclaimer: We always aim to ensure that all content is as accurate and valid as we can make it. However, you should note that content is for general information only. We cannot guarantee that the information, documents, forms and advice provided will always be the most suitable for your particular situation.The use you make of the information and services provided is your responsibility and we cannot accept liability for any circumstances resulting from your use of DASH Services, Derby City Council.To view the DASH Services Privacy Notice: Click here

Training for Local Authority Officers, Housing Association staff & Other Housing Professionals This course will benefit anyone who has completed the HHSRS Core Competency Core (2day) within the last 5 years but has not been using it regularly The Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) was developed as a component of the Housing Act 2004 to replace the Fitness Standard. It has been in force since 2006 but has been given more bite due to the introduction of the Housing (Fitness for Habitation) Act 2018. Who should attend? Colleagues and their managers who either need to assess properties, or who visit them as part of their role to help them identify defects and hazards that may exist in the home. Registered Providers use the course to help minimise or prevent risks and subsequent claims from tenants. The course will help organisations come to terms with the practical application and implications of the Housing (Fitness for Habitation) Act 2018 and learn how it is interlinked with HHSRS. By the end of this course, participants will understand the principles behind the Housing Health and Safety Rating System and will understand how to identify deficiencies and defects that could cause harm to the occupants. Please note this is a Refresher course and does not replace the formal 2 day HHSRS core competency qualification (please see our two day core competency course DASH Services - HHSRS Core Competency Use the DASH HHSRS Course Finder to check this is the right course for you. Course delivery Available online or in-person Certification Delegates will receive a certificate of attendance from DASH. This course provides evidence that a delegate has attended training and has demonstrated an acceptable understanding through their participation in course discussions. The course covers: * An Overview of the HHSRS Operating guidance for all 29 Hazards * The HHSRS Operating Guidance Annexes * Revision of HHSRS Update * Additional Guidance to consider * Practical scoring exercises to boost confidence * Lots of healthy discussion Cost: £295.00 per delegate (£250.00 for Local Authorities who pay an annual DASH membership) Now taking bookings for 2026 Click Here to enquire and register your interest. Closed cohort bookings are also available. To View DASH Terms and Conditions: Click Here To view the DASH Services Privacy Notice Click Here Disclaimer: We always aim to ensure that all content is as accurate and valid as we can make it. However, you should note that content is for general information only. We cannot guarantee that the information, documents, forms and advice provided will always be the most suitable for your particular situation. The use you make of the information and services provided is your responsibilty and we cannot accept liability for any circumstances resulting from your use of DASH Services, Derby City Council.