Construction Technology Flashcards
What are British Standards?
Publications issued by the British Standards Institution - Prefixed BS.
Give recommended minimum standards for materials and components and design and construction practices.
What are International Standards
Prepared by the International Organisation for Standardisation. - Prefixed ISO.
Compatible with BS documents.
What are DDA Regulations and who do they apply to?
Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (DDA) requires public awareness of the relevance of disability.
Can you give me an example of where DDA 1995 has been relevant to your work?
I have appointed disability consultants on my projects and we have made a number of changes to make a project more accessible for all.
What legislation applies to asbestos?
Asbestos Removal Licensing Regulations Act 1984.
Relevant legislation to building regulations?
Building Act 1984
What are the building regulations?
They were made under the Building Act 1984.
Used to ensure safety of people in and around a building.
Also to promote energy conservation and encourage better accessibility.
Who is responsible for compliance with the building regulations?
The person(s) carrying out the works.
What are the building regulations approved documents?
Provide general guidance on how to comply with the building regulations through practical examples.
Who ensures Building Regulations are complied with?
Local Authority Building Control (district surveyor)
or
Approved Inspector (a private company)
When was the latest RIBA Plan of Work published?
2020
What is the RIBA Plan of Work?
Organizes the process of briefing, designing, constructing and operating a project into 8 STAGES
Please tell me the RIBA Plan of Work Stages
0 - Strategic Definition
1 - Preparation and Brief
2 - Concept Design
3 - Spatial Coordination
4 - Technical Design
5 - Manufacturing and Construction
6 - Handover
7 - In Use
Why is the RIBA Plan of Work relevant?
It provides a gateway system for the preparation of design that can be measured for programmes, consultant appointments and deliverables and to inform procurement strategies for projects.
Who are duty holders under the CDM regulations? (7 of them)
1 - Commercial clients
2 - Domestic clients
3 - Designers
4 - Principal Designers
5 - Principal Contractors
6 - Contractors
7 - Workers
Under CDM what does a commercial client need to do?
Make suitable arrangements for managing a project.
(Dutyholders appointed as appropriate)
(Sufficient time and resources are allocated)
Under CDM what does a domestic client need to do?
These are people who have work completed NOT AS A BUSINESS
Their client duties are normally transferred to a contractor or principal designer.
Under CDM what does a designer need to do?
When preparing design - eliminate reduce or control forseeable risks.
Under CDM what does a Principal Desingner need to do?
Plan manage and coordinate health and safety in the preconstruction phase of a project.
This involves designing out risk but also ENSURING OTHER DESIGNERS COMPLY WITH THEIR DUTIES.
Under CDM what does a Principal Contractor need to do?
Plan, manage, monitor and coordinate health and safety in the construction phase of a project.
Under CDM what does a Contractor need to do?
Plan, manage and monitor construction work under their control so it is carried out without risks to health and safety.
Under CDM what does a Worker need to do?
generally to be consulted, take care of their own health and others who might be affected by their actions - report anything and cooperate with other workers and their employers.
