Inspection Flashcards
Talk me through the inspection you undertook at Garston
I undertook an inspection pre-exchange to assess the condition of the property to see if it was as advertised and do understand if any further reports and surveys were required for Lidl to assist with the future demolition and new store construction
Before inspecting the site, I…
- I contacted the occupier asking when was a suitable time to inspect the property
- I also asked for a copy of the asbestos registerto allow me to be aware of the asbestos present at the property prior to inspection
-I then updated my calendar with location, time who I am meeting, contact details, my contact detials and emergency contact details
Pre-inspection I
- Carried out a risk assessment
- Spoke to the occupier and checked PPE requirements
- Checked relevant plans
-Also recieved a short H&S briefing by the site supervisor (short, formal meetings usually delivered by the site supervisor that detail the health and safety hazards and risks that workers will face)
Following a site walk round, it was clear that as we plan to demolish the building. A demolition asbestos survey would be required. Not only this but a ground report, existing utility services would be required.
You mention demolition application and tender at Garston. What further info would you require off the tenderers?
-Risk and method statement (RAMS)
+ construction phase plan
-Temporary works plan
What information would Lidl require to issue to tenderes at Garston
-Scope of works
-Existing drawings
Services
-Phase 2, topo
-H&S - PCIS
You mention preparation of planning documents for demolition
-Outline demolition plan
You mention a Mechanical and Electrical upgrade that you oversaw at Cleveleys, why did this take place
-To upgrade to LED to improv energy efficiency
Tell me about the inspection you undertook at Cleveleys
-Weekly site visits for 12 week M&E upgrade
-Damaged celling tiles issued within report to MC
You mention weekly inspections at Bromborough and Wrexham. How did you prioritise site safety whilst inspecting?
Prior to inspection I would
-Carry out a risk assessment
- Speak to the occupier and check PPE requirements
- Check if plans available
- Check condition of PPE
-review meeting minutes
When i arrive on site i would
- sign in and have site induction
-put on PPE
Whilst inspecting I would
-obey all site insturctions
-do not enter prohibited areas
-identify any H&S issues and site progress
You mention working with Lidl directly approved contractors, who are these?
-Lidl directly approved contractors for quality checks
-Structural steel frame test
-Roof and cladding
-M&E- DDA
-Screed and Tiling
-Tarmac - remada
-Building control (fire safety)
-H&S checks
Tell me about the inspection you undertook at Bromborough
-Topographical and utility surveys did not go to site. The report had poor coverage and was undertaken in 2016 when Lidl fist purchased the site. A gas pipe and BT cable had not been identified.
We were able to overcome this with architects levels r–design and lead in times for diversions were too long and costly ahead of store opening
-within 2% gradient
Tell me about an inspection you undertook at Wrexham
-Site closure as a result of poor H&S standards
-Excavations not hoarded
-No edge protection when working from height
How do your Main Contractors manage legal requirements on site. What regulations must they comply with
-Construction Design and Management Regulations Regulations 2015 (CDM). Contractures must plan, manage and monitor construction work they carry out
-They must also comply with H&S at Work Act 1974
-traffic management plan
-Site inductions
-Risk and Method Statement
-PPE requirments
-Who site management
What is the clients responsibility with CDM requirements
-Ensure that suitable management arrangements are made for the project.
ie appoint competent PD
What must the main contractor supply when on site
-traffic management plan
-Site inductions
-Risk and Method Statement (RAMS)
-PPE requirements
-Site compound set up
How can working at height be carried out correctly
-Guard rails
-Protective fall netting
What would you take into account on a site visit?
-safe car parking
-conditions of property - unsafe areas
-noise vehicle movements, working from height, machinery
-site rules and welfare - site induction
-PPE
