Inspection - Flash Cards - Level 3
Condition survey, DB - What was the clients objectives of the survey?
To understand the current condition of the building and what needed to be rectified due to lack of maintenance.
Condition survey, DB - How did you ensure comprehensive notes were taken for the report?
I used floor plan, using the room references to make notes on my iPad, also collecting photos to support the written information.
Condition survey, DB - What was included within your survey report?
Executive summary, building overview, break down of external and internal building elements - issues were categorised using a RAG system for severity and action timeframe.
Condition survey, DB - What was one of the recommendations you provided the client and why?
Rectification of roof leak causing penetrating damp internally, I recommended a drone survey was undertaken to identify defects on the roof that could not be seen from the ground floor. This item was highlighted as critical as it was causing further damage internally and posed a risk to the electrical installation.
Condition survey, DB - What was an area of limitation and how did you advise your client of this?
Completing a comprehensive survey of the roof overing, I recommended that a drone survey was to be undertaken to provide an accurate idea on condition without having to work at heigh or install access equipment to a 7 story building.
Condition survey, DB - What considerations were made when recommending a drone survey was undertaken?
Ensuring the survey complied with the RICS practice information on drones and compliance. Checking the surveys licence, weather condition, area of flight and RAMS.
Condition survey, DB - What are risks associated with surveying roof coverings using a drone?
Privacy GDPR, weather conditions do not always permit flight.
Condition survey, Ringmer - What were the risks identified with undertaking a survey at a disused leisure facility?
Lone working, however I was accompanied by another surveyor. Risks associated with disused facilities, swimming pools etc.
Condition survey, Ringmer - Why did you advise the client has an M&E survey undertaken?
Upon initial inspection due to visual condition, presumed age and client information I recommend this would assist in recommending replacement requirements and associated costs.
Condition survey, Ringmer - What were the survey findings, provide an example of a defect and what was recommended to the client?
The M&E survey recommended replacement of the ventilation system as it was past its serviceable life.
Condition survey, Ringmer - How did you make M&E recommendations to the client within the report?
Within the report I referenced the appended M&E condition survey, the QS provided cost estimates for the recommendations provided.
Condition survey, Ringmer - How did you advise on budget costs to bring back the facility into use?
Following the completion of the survey, I worked with a QS to put together budget costs for reinstatement. This utilised information from the BCIS and previous project cost data.
What is another way that you can determine a contractor progress?
Looking at a contractors application for payment against their cash flow forecast provided at the commencement.
