This training, based on the latest Culvert, screen and outfall manual (C786),
provides guidance on the whole-life cycle of these assets recognising
that there is an enormous stock of them of various types, sizes, age and
condition.
Course fees
£700 + VAT (£840) full CIRIA member/SMEs/Local Authority member
£800 + VAT (£960) Non members
SMEs/Local Authority staff must download and complete a booking form to register.
Programme times
29 Sept - 2 Oct 2026
09:00 -12:30 daily (08:50 login daily)
Delegates must complete all sessions to earn 12 hours of CPD.
Delegates are advised to login 10 mins before each session start time. Joining instructions, pre-course reading and a delegate pack (pdfs) will be issued in advance.
Introduction
The design and operation of culverts, screens and drainage outfalls is
critical to effective flood risk management and drainage. Inadequate
design can lead to unintended consequences such as flooding and
environmental damage. This training, based on the Culvert, screen and outfall manual (C786),
provides guidance on the whole-life cycle of these assets recognising
that there is an enormous stock of them of various types, sizes, age and
condition.
The course provides asset managers and designers with a comprehensive
understanding of the whole life cycle of culverts, screens and outfalls,
giving guidance on inspection, performance assessment, maintenance and
renewal as well as design of new structures. The training is underpinned
by the principles of whole-life asset management and a systems approach
to drainage. Guidance will be given on cutting edge hydraulic
assessment techniques, taking account of developments in hydrology and
hydraulic analysis.
Who should attend?
The training will be relevant to infrastructure asset managers, flood
risk and drainage engineers, landscape architects, planners, architects,
and those working in or with environmental regulators, local
authorities, highway authorities, developers, consultants and
contractors.
Why should you attend?
- keep up-to-date with new legislation and permit requirements
- learn the most up-to-date design concepts and culvert hydraulic design considerations
- understand key principles, aims and how to apply the CSOM approach using real life case studies
- learn about types of screen and methods of cleaning
- gain an understanding of methods for assessing the need for a security or debris screen
- explore guidance on designing screens, including bar spacing and required effective area
- learn about updated methods of hydraulic performance analysis of screen
- share experiences and knowledge with our expert trainers and other delegates
CPD
This course has a value of 12 hours towards your CPD. Certificates will be sent to delegates following completion.
Course content
Sessions 1-2 What’s new, assessing need and asset management
Introductions
Part 1 What’s new?
Part 2 Need for a culvert or outfall
Part 3 Need for a screen
Part 4 Asset management
Part 5 Summary
Sessions 3-4 Design
Introductions
Part 1 Design process
Part 2 Culvert design
Part 3 Outfall Design
Part 4 Screen Design
Part 5 Summary
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Requirements
Delegates should be comfortable with basic math and group work for exercises.
If you are unable to book online, please email the completed booking form to [email protected].
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are purchasing from the EU/EEA region. If you wish to book this training
course please email your request to [email protected] in the first instance.
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