Bonus Modules for CHBP

Toolbox Talks™ for Healthy Buildings

Practical Site Implementation for Wellness-Led Projects

Designing with health in mind is only the first step. Ensuring those decisions are carried through on construction sites is where many healthy building projects succeed or fail.

This bonus module within the Certified Healthy Building Professional (CHBP) program introduces practical methods for communicating healthy building requirements to trades, contractors and project teams. It focuses on bridging the gap between design intent and site delivery.

You’ll learn how to confidently brief trades, address resistance to unfamiliar materials or methods, and maintain accountability for health-focused specifications during construction.

Because strong specifications mean little if they are not built correctly. Your client’s health and your professional reputation depend on implementation.

Professionals Who Benefit from this Training

✔ Interior Designers & Consultants
✔ Building Biologists
✔ Architects & Wellness-Focused Designers
✔ Site Managers & Trades Open to Health-Focused Building
✔ Renovators Committed to Healthier Homes

Why Toolbox Talks Matter..

✔ Implementation-Focused – practical strategies, not just theory
✔ Downloadable Site Tools – ready-to-use materials for project briefings
✔ Collaborative Communication – approaches designed to work constructively with trades
✔ Construction-Ready Learning – structured guidance that can be applied during project delivery
✔ Concise Training Format – approximately 90–120 minutes of expert content delivered in short, practical segments suitable for site briefings or team discussions

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CHBP Bonus Training Series: How to Get Trades On Board with Healthy Specs

Bridge the gap between your healthy materials list and what actually gets installed. This essential short course teaches you how to:

Brief trades in 15 minutes or less
Navigate “I’ve done it this way for 20 years” mindsets
Use downloadable site posters, spec sheets, and calm comeback scripts
Create accountability and reduce risk of spec swaps

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CHBP Bonus Training Series: Working with Healthy Paints & Finishes

Get practical on-site strategies for using low-VOC and natural finishes the right way - so your painter or decorator doesn’t undo all your good work.

How to brief painters on health-based material choices
Safe storage, mixing, and ventilation during works
Avoiding VOC “layering” in closed spaces
Includes: Contractor Paint Cheat Sheet + Air Quality Tips

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CHBP Bonus Training Series: Joinery & Cabinetry the Healthy Way

Cabinetry is one of the biggest VOC offenders - this course arms you with tools to make it safer.

What installers need to know about high-VOC board, edge banding, adhesives
How to request compliant materials from cabinet makers
On-site red flags and checklists
Includes: Installer Tip Sheet + Sample Briefing Script

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CHBP Bonus Training Series: Moisture & Mould Prevention On Site

Mould isn’t just a materials issue it’s a sequencing and site control issue. This course walks through exactly what trades need to know to prevent costly, health-impacting issues before they start.

You’ll learn how to:

Train your team on critical “red flag” stages (e.g., waterproofing, wet area fit-off, insulation install)
Use real-world examples of how mould forms even in new builds
Manage subbies and suppliers to avoid moisture traps
Include low-cost, high-impact prevention strategies in your site briefings

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CHBP Bonus Training Series: Safer Flooring: What Trades Need to Know

Flooring is a top source of VOCs, PFAS, and adhesives. This course gives you the language, tools, and templates to ensure what goes underfoot doesn’t compromise air quality or client health.

You’ll cover:

What to ask when quoting or specifying timber, laminate, carpet, or vinyl
How to vet glues, underlays, and sealants
On-site protocols for install (ventilation, timing, drying)
How to push back if suppliers want to substitute with a cheaper toxic option

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CHBP Bonus Training Series: Furnishings & Soft Finishes for Low-Tox Homes

Couches, curtains, rugs, and upholstery can undo all your upstream efforts. This course helps designers, specifiers, and consultants communicate with suppliers and clients about safer soft materials.

You’ll learn how to:

Identify high-risk materials (formaldehyde resins, flame retardants, PFAS coatings)
Vet suppliers for safer options and know the right questions to ask
Handle resistance from budget-conscious clients without compromising core values
Create easy-to-use spec sheets for custom furniture makers

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CHBP Bonus Training Series: Healthy Flooring Installation Essentials

Even low-tox flooring can become high-risk if installed with conventional adhesives, levellers or sealants. This course helps you manage the fit-out phase safely.

How to brief installers and floor finishers
Healthier choices for adhesives, underlays, and coatings
VOC spikes during installation - and how to manage them
Includes: Flooring System Material Map + Installer Briefing Card

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CHBP Bonus Training Series: Site Ventilation & Indoor Air Quality During Construction

Healthy air quality isn’t just about what you specify it’s about what happens on-site. This course shows you how to protect air quality throughout the construction phase.

You’ll learn how to:

Spot key contamination risks during sanding, finishing, and joinery install
Brief trades on safe storage, mixing, and site ventilation
Use temporary filtration and purge cycles to reduce VOC and dust exposure
Prevent “trapped toxin” conditions in sealed-up, airtight homes

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CHBP Bonus Training Series: Safer Site Cleaning, Dust Control & Handover Prep

Construction dust, chemical residues, and final clean choices can undo health-focused designs. This course walks you through safer site hygiene practices that deliver a truly healthy handover.

You’ll cover:

Healthier site cleaning protocols - what to use, what to avoid
Briefing cleaners and final trades on low-tox wipe-downs and floor care
How to handle lead dust, silica, and microplastic fibres
What to include in a clean handover pack for client

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CHBP Bonus Training Series: The Healthy Building Walkthrough: Final Checks Before Handover

Your healthy building work deserves to be seen, documented, and passed on with confidence. This course helps you conduct a final walkthrough that protects your specs and communicates value to clients.

You’ll learn how to: