Inspection Flashcards
1
Q
What you do before undertaking inspections? Take me though from the office to site.
A
- Request information in advance that might be relevant to the survey, plans, asbestos information and other survey reports.
- Undertake my own desktop review of the site, location and history, check travel route to and from site.
- Take suitable equipment, dependent on the survey.
- Undertake the survey in a methodical manner, recording the survey on Dictaphone/notes and accompanying photographs.
2
Q
What equipment do you take on an inspection?
A
- Depends on the survey, typical equipment would include:
Dictaphone
Notepad & Pen
Camera
PPE
Phone
3
Q
What is your survey methodology?
A
- Logical, top down survey format.
- Externally, start at the chimneys, roof surfaces, external walls, windows, doors, features, entrances, ground and lower ground floor areas
- Internally, ceilings, walls, windows, doors, floors, lighting, services
4
Q
What are the limitations of an electrical resistance meter?
A
- Advantages
Provides an indication of moisture conductivity in materials.
Allows a profile of readings to be ascertained over internal wall surfaces. - Disadvantages
Only provides WME readings, relative readings on other materials.
Only measures conductivity, therefore foil backed plasterboard or high carbon materials i.e. black ash mortars, will register high readings
5
Q
How do you calibrate a moisture meter?
A
- Using a sensor block
- Self-test function on moisture meter
6
Q
What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a borescope?
A
- Advantages
Minimum disruption for intrusive investigation
Access to hard to see areas
Fibre optic borescopes allow a high degree of movement - Disadvantages
Poor quality images
Fibre optic cables are hard to manipulate
7
Q
What are the limitations of a Disto?
A
- Limited range
- Hard to use externally
- Must be calibrated regularly by measuring a known distance or check measurement
8
Q
What is a building survey?
A
- A detailed evaluation of a properties condition and involve extensive inspection, tends to include the following:
- Documenting the present condition of the property, highlighting areas of failure or concern.
- Identifying causes of past, or ongoing, deterioration.
- Identify issues that need attention to pre-empt problems in the future.
- Presenting conservation and maintenance recommendations.
- Providing an estimate of the cost of any works that may be required.
9
Q
What is a reinstatement cost assessment?
A
- Provides an assessment of the tender price for reinstating the building upon a total loss, or where complete demolishing or rebuilding would be necessary.
10
Q
What is a schedule of condition?
A
- A snapshot of a buildings condition at the time of the survey, with split out each room, element, surface and provide and statement on the condition of these items.
- Typically used as a record, i.e. common parts prior to flat refurb, prior to taking a lease.
11
Q
What is infrared thermography?
A
- Cameras that detect the infrared radiation of materials or objects, detects long wave IR (8-14μm) μm = Micrometre
- Non destructive
- Allows temperature differences in materials to be observed, which indicate cold spots.
- Should be used by an ITC certified thermographer to interpret the results.
12
Q
What is NRM?
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- New Rules of Measurement – provide a standard set of rules for estimating, cost planning, procurement and whole life costing for construction projects.
- NRM1 – Order of cost estimating and cost planning for capital building works
- NRM2 – Detailed Measurement of Building Works
- NRM3 – Order of cost estimating and cost planning for building works
13
Q
What is a letter of reliance?
A
- Reports are usually issued for the sole use of the client, a letter of reliance is a statement that third parties can rely on the contents or a specific part of a report.
14
Q
What would a letter of reliance include?
A
- A description of the report
- The reason for reliance
- A warrant that the author has exercised reasonable skill and care in preparing the report.
- Confirmation of PI insurance
- A licence for use of the report
- Details of the original appointment
15
Q
Would you draft a letter of reliance?
A
- No, the letter should be drafted by a legal professional
- The wording of the letter will either result in a common law duty to use reasonable skill and care, or whether it amounts to a contract between the parties that may introduce a greater duty.
