ISO 14064-1 and GHG Emissions Reporting (Scope 1 & 2) with Digital Technology
Overview
Design for Maintainability (DfM) is identified as a key pillar to accelerate transformation through a more integrated ecosystem, linking maintenance outcomes to design processes leading to a more sustainable, labour-efficient, and cost-effective maintenance regimes throughout the life of a facility.
Objectives
The course covers insights into the criteria, design strategies, and best practices under GM2021: Maintainability Section for Residential development as well as practical applications of DfM in public housing projects.
At the end of the course, participants will be able to:
• Understand the principles, requirements, and tools of DfM
• Understand HDB’s Guidelines & Maintenance Issues for public housing projects
• Aware of best practices in the application of DfM for public housing projects
Course Outline
Overview of Design for Maintainability (DfM) and tools
• Introduction, Importance & Impact of DfM
• DfM Tools to Designers
Green Mark 2021: Maintainability Section
• Applications through Maintainability for Architecture
• Access for building spaces & elements
• Façade & Roof
- access, material & finishes, design & detailing
• Landscape
- access for maintenance, materials, features
• Criteria for Design for Maintainability Badge
DfM in Public Housing
• Key Considerations and Principles to Maintainability in Public Housing
- Introduction to Public Housing
- Challenges faced by Town Councils
- Key DfM considerations in Public Housing
• HDB’s Requirements on Maintainability
• HDB/Town Council’s experience
- Common design and maintenance issues
Practical Application of DfM in Public Housing Projects
• Architectural and practical considerations in DfM :
- Adequate maintenance access
- Choice and material selection
- Appropriate detailing for greater resistance against weathering
• Case Studies and examples on the good practices of DfM in public housing projects
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4 SIFMA CPD points will be awarded.