This CPD-certified course explains the legal duty to manage damp and mould in premises and outlines the steps duty holders must take to ensure compliance.
It provides the knowledge needed to identify risks early, assess the severity of the situation and plan follow-up actions that are both practical and compliant with current UK housing legislation, including the Housing Act 2004 and Awaab’s Law. This understanding is vital for housing officers, landlords, property managers and other duty holders responsible for managing damp and mould cases and coordinating remedial action.
Business Owners with Responsibility for Staff and Premises
Course Content
This course contains the following sections:
Introduces the link between damp and mould and the risks they pose to property and legal compliance if left unresolved.
Explains how exposure to damp and mould can harm human health, including respiratory issues, allergic reactions, infections and mental health problems.
Outlines the key legislation that places duties on landlords, housing providers and employers to address damp and mould, including the Housing Act, Health and Safety at Work Act and Awaab’s Law.
Highlights the most common causes of damp in buildings and why accurate diagnosis of the problem is essential for effective remediation.
Describes the main types of damp (penetrating, rising, condensation and construction) and how to recognise them based on their symptoms and sources.
Describes common mould types, their health risks and where they typically grow.
Explains how to respond when damp or mould is identified, with guidance on addressing root causes and ensuring timely, compliant remedial action.
Emphasises the importance of clear communication with tenants, thorough record-keeping and follow-up checks to confirm that damp and mould issues have been fully resolved.
Lists key standards, professional bodies and tenant support services that can guide duty holders when responding to reports of damp and mould.
What You Will Learn
Legal duties for managing damp and mould under housing and workplace law
Responsibilities of landlords, housing providers and employers to manage risk
Health risks linked to mould exposure, including respiratory and allergic reactions
Types of damp and the conditions that allow mould to grow
Proportionate actions based on the severity and underlying cause of damp or mould
Communication and record-keeping practices that support legal compliance
Available in 13 Languages
Course subtitles are available in multiple languages, including:
This course is approved by Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
The course certificate includes:
User name
Company name
Course name
Completion date
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Approval body
A CPD-certified certificate will be available for download and printing instantly upon course completion.
Users must complete a final theory test before earning their certificate.
The end-of-course test is:
Fully online
Multiple choice
A score of 80% is required to pass.
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Why Is Mould Awareness Training Important?
Our CPD-certified Damp and Mould Awareness training course helps duty holders prevent and resolve cases of damp and mould, and ensure remedial action is effective, lasting and compliant.
It unpacks the regulations and duties related to damp and mould management in different settings, and explains how to meet them in practice. This includes responsibilities under UK housing and health and safety law, including the Housing Act 2004, Awaab’s Law and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
It also covers practical aspects of management, including how to prevent damp and mould, recognise when it poses a risk and what a proportionate follow-up should look like. Learners will be better equipped to act early, helping to prevent costly repairs, tenant complaints and legal enforcement.
This mould awareness course is particularly suited to housing officers, property managers, landlords and others with responsibility for managing properties and coordinating tenant services. By promoting earlier intervention and a more consistent approach, the training helps reduce long-term costs, avoid legal exposure and support safe, well-managed housing.
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