Upcoming Training Course – July 2025 (Cromwell)

Become a Certified ATTMA Level 1 Airtightness Tester in New Zealand

Get certified to carry out professional airtightness testing with our ATTMA Level 1 training course. Designed specifically for the New Zealand building industry, this practical and theory-based programme is ideal for those looking to offer airtightness testing services in line with international best practice and New Zealand Building Code requirements.

Whether you're a builder, consultant, energy assessor or compliance specialist, this course equips you with the knowledge and hands-on skills to perform blower door tests, interpret results, and deliver high-quality reports.

Dates and Location

  • Practical Training: Thursday, 17 July 2025

  • Exam Day: Friday, 18 July 2025

  • Venue: Hector Egger Office, Cromwell

  • Time: 8:00am – 4:00pm (Training) | 8:00am – 3:00pm (Exam)

Limited to 10 Participants

This is an intensive, practical course with a maximum of 10 trainees to ensure everyone gets one-on-one time during their exam. You’ll receive focused support throughout the training to help you pass with confidence.

For our theory training (Part 1) sign up online and get access to the learning platform.

What You’ll Learn

Practical Skills in Airtightness Testing

  • How to set up a blower door system (Minneapolis)

  • Test boundary definition, building preparation, and fan pressurisation

  • How to conduct both pressurisation and depressurisation tests

  • Using smoke to locate air leakage paths

ATTMA L1 Theory and Practical Exam

  • Understanding the fundamentals of airtightness

  • How ISO 9972 and ATTMA standards apply to residential and commercial builds

  • Calculating air permeability and interpreting test data

  • Producing compliant reports for council and certification bodies

By the end of this course, you’ll be ready to:

  • Perform airtightness tests to ATTMA L1 standard

  • Troubleshoot air leakage in new and existing buildings

  • Offer an in-demand service for high-performance homes