» THE CPDS HAVE BEEN created by the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers ( GAI ) for delivery online or in person to all professionals involved with door and window hardware , via GAI members across the country .

Ironmongery Specification in a Post-Pandemic World

The newest CPD from the GAI , the ‘ Ironmongery Specification in a Post-Pandemic World ’ CPD outlines the different types of hardware that can be introduced into buildings to help minimise contact with surfaces without compromising safety or security .

The presentation gives details on specialist closing devices , door automation , access control and anti-microbial devices . It also covers ancillary products that may be used in specific areas such as washrooms , as well as things to be aware of when retrofitting hardware .

‘ an excellent document and will be an invaluable ‘ goto guide ’ for Police Crime Prevention and Designing out Crime officers ’

Installation of Fire Door Assemblies and Associated Ironmongery

Also released this year , this CPD is designed to improve awareness of how fire doors should be fitted to ensure they will perform in the event of a fire .

It covers all stages of the fire installation process including the door frame , door leaf , associated ironmongery , door stops , gaskets and architraves . It also focusses on compliance and best practice , giving further information on testing standards and regulations .

Ironmongery and the impact of the IoT

The CPD on ‘ Ironmongery and the impact of the IoT advises on the appropriate products for smart homes and smart buildings .

The training covers how the rise of interrelated technology is impacting the ironmongery industry , including various smart locking and access control products . It also looks at the integration of these smart products with building management systems and how future trends in technology and legislation may have further impact .

Ironmongery and Security The Ironmongery and Security CPD looks at both mechanical and electrical locking devices as well as security standards for doorsets and windows . It also covers PAS 24 , Approved Document Q , relevant British and European Standards , and industry certification schemes .

‘ both the guide and the CPD seminar have been endorsed by Secured by Design , the official UK Police security initiative ’

This CPD has been written in conjunction with the GAI ’ s Specifier ’ s Guide to Ironmongery and Security . The guide , which can be downloaded free of charge from the GAI website , gives a comprehensive breakdown of the main types of mortice locks and where they can be used . It also includes the different shapes of cylinders and how they work within a master key system , and electronic locks that can be used as part of an access control system . Both the guide and the CPD seminar have been endorsed by Secured by Design , the official UK Police security initiative .

Kenny McHugh , Secured by Design Senior Development Officer , said :

“ The GAI Specifier ’ s Guide to Ironmongery and Security is an excellent document and will be an invaluable ‘ go-to guide ’ for Police Crime Prevention and Designing out Crime officers . These officers play a crucial role , working with architects , developers and contractors to ensure that appropriate guidance is given around how the correct specification of door and window ironmongery hardware can help in respect of security issues in a building ”.

For further information on the CPD seminars , contact the GAI ’ s technical manager , Douglas Masterson on technical @ gai . org . uk www . gai . org . uk