Lead Sheet Association launches two new online initiatives

The LSA has launched two new ways to help those working in construction access the information it provides. An electronic version of the LSA’s renowned Technical Manual and a range of new e-learning training courses are now available online.

Rolled Lead Sheet Manual e-Book

The LSA’s Rolled Lead Sheet Manual has set the technical standards for the industry for many years and is the essential reference point for leadworkers, architects and specifiers.

In response to feedback, the LSA has made the Manual available in an electronic format as a PDF flip-page e-book.

It contains all of the up-to-date technical information needed to specify or install Rolled Lead Sheet manufactured to BS EN 12588. The e-Book gives the benefit of easy one-click indexing; page, or page range printing; zoom function and Cloud access, from anywhere with an internet connection and will be updated regularly.

Cost of the new e-Book Manual is £30.00. The hard copy is still available to purchase, and if you want to purchase both, the cost is £39.95 plus postage and packing.

To order the Rolled Lead Sheet Manual as an e-Book visit www.leadsheet.co.uk/manuals

Free new e-learning courses for installing or specifying lead in construction

The LSA and Lead Contractors Association have developed three new interactive courses which are now available online – whether you install or specify lead there is something for everybody involved in roofing, from understanding the different methods of lead manufacture to the specialist aspects of detailing and installation demonstrated by experts. These free courses cover:

• Design and Specification of Rolled Lead Sheet - will enable specialist contractors, metal workers, specifiers, surveyors and conservationists to understand the manufacturing, economic, technical and environmental characteristics of lead
• Good Practice Guide for Rolled Lead Sheet – highlights the importance of the correct detailing of lead work and installation techniques with demonstrations from experts
• Lead Safety - highlights all aspects of lead safety, including correct working practices and controls that should be in place

Nigel Johnston, General Manager at the LSA said: 

‘The major benefit of the e-learning courses is that individuals will not have to take time off work to refresh their knowledge or gain a qualification as they can fit their studies into their private time, working at their own pace.

‘Each separate course lasts up to an hour, and on completion an LSA/LCA certificate will be issued. The e-learning courses also complement all the courses and qualifications which are currently available from the LSA.’

To find out more about the e-learning courses visit www.leadsheet.co.uk/e-courses

The e-learning courses are delivered as part of the CITB Growth Fund.