Inspection

Question 1

What do you need to consider before going to site to carry out an inspection?

Answer 1

• Am I competent to undertake the inspection,
• properly insured
• has an agreement been signed
• RAMS
• Review all relevant building information
• All relevant equipment.

Question 2

How do you undertake an inspection

Answer 2

• Desk top review
  
  • Locality (surrounding areas)
  • Externals
  • Internal

Question 3

When carrying out the inspection for the industrial unit in Bermondsey what risks did you consider.

Answer 3

I considered the following:

- Lone working ( I adhered to my companies lone working policy)
- Asbestos (although it was invasive inspection, I considered the likely presence on ACM's)
- Access (A MEWP with trained operator was utilised for high level inspection
- General hazards and confined spaces.

Question 4

You referenced that you adhere to your employers lone working policy are you able to elaborate on this?

Answer 4

My company policy aligns with the guidance note Surveying Safely. Listing the following controls:

1. Maintain contact - Communication
2. Training - Adequate experience
3. Supervision - Where necessary
4. Emergencies - First aid kit

Question 5

What date range would a property have to be to be considered a Victorian property?

Answer 5

1837 - 1901

Question 6

What would be a Victorian Properties key characteristics?

Answer 6

• Coloured brickwork
• High pitch roof
• Ornate gable trims
• Bay windows
• Geometric tiled hallways

Question 7

What are the likely defects to occur within a Victorian property

Answer 7

• Rising damp/ penetrating damp through solid walls]
• Timber defects, timber decay
• Failing rainwater goods
• dated electrical circuits/ distribution panel
• Roof spread if original roof covering has been changed.
• Timber decay to sash window