A practical, 1-hour CPD talk on working platform design for piling contractors, temporary works coordinators, and site engineers. Delivered by David Miller, Temporary Works Designer with 25+ years of experience.
Duration
45 minutes + 15 min Q&A
Audience
TWCs, Site Agents, Piling Managers, Design Engineers
Format
Online (Teams/Zoom) or In-Person
Price
£19.99 per person
CPD Hours
1 hour structured CPD
Presenter
David Miller, Temporary Works Designer
This CPD presentation covers the essential knowledge every temporary works coordinator, piling manager, and site agent needs for BRE470 compliant working platform design.
Learn the Appendix A calculation process for cohesive and granular subgrades, including partial factors and load combinations.
Understand your duties under CDM 2015, BS 5975:2024, and the TWf guidance for working platform design and inspection.
Walk through a live design example using the BRE470 Piling Mat Designer tool — from soil parameters to signed certificate.
Identify the most common causes of platform failure: inadequate thickness, poor compaction, drainage issues, and overloading.
Understand how digital design tools reduce turnaround from weeks to minutes, cutting costs by 50-70% vs traditional consultancy.
All attendees receive a CPD certificate confirming structured learning in BRE470 working platform design.
Understand the design methodology behind the certificates you approve. Know what to check and what questions to ask the designer.
Learn how platform thickness is determined for your rigs. Understand why different rigs need different platforms.
Reduce programme delays by understanding the platform design process. Know when to commission a design and what information is needed.
Master the BRE470 Appendix A calculation methodology. Understand the engineering principles behind working platform design.
Complete the form below and proceed to secure payment. Once paid, David Miller will contact you within 48 hours to schedule your presentation.