Health and Safety
The Management of Residential Property encompasses many areas of Safety Legislation and British Standards and the responsibility of ensuring that these are complied with falls on the Client as well as the Agent and the Contractor. Our knowledge and expertise ensures protection and peace of mind for our Clients.
AREAS AFFECTED AND INSPECTION CYCLES
Areas that may affect your building
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
Regulatory Regform (fire Safety) Order 2005
Construction (Design and Management) Regulation 2007.
Typical Inspections Required for a Residential Property
Inspection | Cycle |
---|---|
Health, Safety and Fire Risk Assessment | 1 or 2 years |
Asbestos Survey | Once |
Asbestos Re-Inspection (if asbestos containing materials are present) |
Annually |
5 Year Fixed Electrical Installation Inspection | 5 Years |
Legionella Risk Assessment (for communal water tanks/pumps/fountains) |
2 Years |
Lift Inspection | 6 months |
Fire/smoke detection system | Quarterly |
Emergency Lights | 6 months |
Automatic Opening Smoke Vents | Annually |
Dry Risers | Annually |
Electric Gates | Annually |
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