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New source of CPD material now available

June 2013

ribacpd.com externallink, the RIBA's provider of essential CPD information for the construction industry, has launched a new source of CPD material, to help you keep up to date.

CPD articles are in-depth studies on key topics, from members of the RIBA CPD Providers Network. With key learning outcomes, they help you develop your knowledge at a time and place convenient for you.

The first article, Legislation Affecting Automatic Door Specification: Ensuring Safety and Minimising Risk externallink from Gilgen Door Systems UK Ltd , has just launched, and over the next few months, this new dedicated area of ribacpd.com will build up to form an essential library of learning material.

With the ability to simply and easily book the CPD you need with a wide range of manufacturer providers, online videos, and now key articles, ribacpd.com externallink is the source you need to help you fulfil your professional CPD requirements.