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Understanding Facilities Management - BELFAST (Code 809UFMF B)

23rd - 25th September 2008 (9:00AM - 5:00PM)

Location Holiday Inn Belfast, 22 Ormeau Avenue, Belfast, BT2 8HS
Contact Teresa Mulligan
Email info@bifm-training.co.uk
Tel 020 7404 4440
Website www.bifm-training.com
Details Understanding Facilities Management (Foundation) course

Aim

To provide a comprehensive introduction to key aspects of FM, and provide a solid base of knowledge, techniques and reference material for Facilities Managers

Objectives

By the end of this course you will be able to describe:

The role of the facilities manager
The scope and breadth of the profession
The importance of FM and its value to organisations
Key elements of building structure and design
The impact of physical building characteristics on facilities management
Key aspects of building services
Key elements of Property Management and leases
The role of space management and the workspace
Practical aspects of space planning
Re-location / Move Management
An understanding of Energy and Environmental Management
How to develop and implement maintenance management programmes
The principles of commissioning and managing contract services
How to approach tendering and letting contracts
How to deliver a customer centric FM service
How to measure customer requirements and satisfaction levels
The key Health & Safety responsibilities for FM’s
Routes to Professional Development within FM

Description

This course is an intensive three-day introduction to the FM profession and best practice in day-to-day operations.

It is intended for newly appointed staff, or those with less than two years’ operational experience looking to broaden their understanding, including facilities/premises/site services co-ordinators and supervisors; building, or office services managers; and accommodation officers. The course will also benefit those working in related areas that come into contact with the facilities management function, and individuals considering moving into the field as a career change.
 

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