Be-Plas Hygienic Walls & Ceilings Ltd

The CPD discusses the requirements of various building types, and how optimal specification and holistic approach to hygienic surface design and specification is essential in meeting business needs, ensuring public confidence and preventing spread of disease. During the course of the CPD health and hygiene are considered, alongside correct certification as well as the benefits associated with single sourcing and importantly the sustainability of materials and how the choice of material can be effective in reducing Co2 emissions.In this CPD we aim to cover the following points:1. Understanding the context of hygiene in public spaces in the context of recent catastrophic global infections.2. An overview of hygienic environments, systems, and the associated benefits.3. Sector application criteria across industries and building categories including reference to relevant legislation and applicable standards.4. Reflection on the complexities and analytical thinking around material choices and circular economy.5. Types of product and details used in their application.By the end of this CPD delegates ought to know:1. The criticality of considering public health and safety in different building environments - especially in the context of global infection crises.2. An appreciation of the systems and products available and care needed in ensuring hygienic design continuity.3. The importance of careful consideration material choices in public hygiene - performance, maintenance and sustianability.4. An understanding effective specification choices in a complex building procurement environment,

This CPD will discuss interior surface materials using the Servant and Served principle. Topics covered include an explanation of the Servant and Served principle, the need for an effective surface materials strategy, antimicrobial and hygienic surface materials, installation techniques and seamless jointing, and sustainability. By the end of the CPD you should have a greater understanding of:- The Servant and the Served principle- The benefits of single source supply and material requirements for different areas- How antimicrobial and hygienic materials work- Environmental impact and the processes used to mitigate this impact during manufacture and deliveryThis CPD can be delivered to you live and remotely

In today’s built environments, safeguarding people means more than meeting minimum standards — it requires a unified approach that prioritises both fire safety and hygiene. From healthcare settings to public buildings and commercial workspaces, materials must resist the spread of fire while also supporting clean, hygienic conditions. By specifying fire-resistant doors constructed with antimicrobial surfaces and seamless, easy-clean finishes, specifiers can ensure both protection and durability. This dual focus not only addresses evolving compliance demands but also contributes to the wellbeing and safety of occupants. As expectations for building performance grow, future-ready solutions that integrate hygiene with fire resistance will be central to resilient, responsible design.

The future of construction must focus on lightweight, easily recycled products. To meet the RIBA 2030 Climate Challenge and reach net zero, we need to find ways to use less energy, fuel and specify materials that support the circular economy and demands for a sustainable future. Lightweight materials have impacted the evolution of our built environment and will continue to do so. The CPD gives a comparative overview of common surface finishes and ask questions about our current specification choices, against the legislative, maintenance and technical background.Weight has a major impact on the use of energy in transportation at all stages of the supply chain. Using lightweight materials leads to fewer site operations, improved efficiency in the construction process, reducing carbon and pollution.Perfect for residential, hospitality, leisure, and commercial applications, lightweight products come in a wide range of colours and textures that can be recycled up to eight times, offering a sustainable, attractive finish that doesn’t cost the earth.

OverviewIn today’s architecture, inclusivity means more than meeting accessibility codes — it requires understanding how people perceive and experience space.This CPD explores the intersection of neurodiversity, sensory design, and material specification, helping architects and designers create environments that feel as good as they function.Through the lens of perception as a design material, the session examines how light, colour, texture, and sound influence comfort, focus, and wellbeing — and how small specification changes can transform the experience of neurodivergent users.It also shows how these principles align with hygiene, durability, and sustainability requirements, demonstrating that inclusive, perceptually tuned environments are both practical and high-performing.Content OverviewParticipants will learn how to:Understand perception as a design parameter — beyond physical access and compliance.Apply sensory inclusion principles to lighting, material, and colour specification.Recognise how neurodiverse users process environmental stimuli differently.Identify design features that cause sensory overload or underload, and how to balance them.Specify surfaces and systems that support both hygiene and perceptual comfort.Integrate perceptual design with industry standards including BS 8300, Part M, BB 102, and HTM 08-03.Explore sector applications in education, healthcare, public/transport, retail, and food environments.Understand how co-design and feedback from neurodivergent users enhance inclusion.See case studies demonstrating measurable improvements in wellbeing, usability, and satisfaction.Learning OutcomesBy the end of this CPD, participants will be able to:Define perception as a factor in inclusive design and explain its impact on user wellbeing.Identify sensory and cognitive barriers within built environments.Apply design and specification strategies to balance visual, tactile, and acoustic comfort.Recognise how surface, colour, and lighting choices affect neurodiverse users.Integrate perceptual inclusion principles within current UK design standards and procurement frameworks.Specify hygienic, sustainable materials that also promote sensory calm and clarity.Compliance and RelevanceThis CPD supports the latest RIBA and Building Regulations guidance on Inclusive Environments and Health, Safety & Wellbeing.It aligns with:BS 8300-2:2018 – Design of an accessible and inclusive built environmentApproved Document M – Access to and use of buildingsBuilding Bulletin 104 – Design for special educational needs and disabilitiesHTM 08-03 – Acoustics in healthcare buildingsRIBA Plan of Work 2020 – Inclusive Design OverlayThe CPD also references Building Regulations Part L and Part B, where relevant to material performance, fire safety, and sustainability.CPD FormatDuration: 45–60 minutes (including Q&A)Delivery: Online or in-person seminarType: Core curriculum / General awareness CPDTarget Audience: Architects, designers, specifiers, and project managers across sectors.