Legal/regulatory (3) Flashcards
What did you advise your team about selecting a ‘competent’ and experienced assessor?
I advised my team to ensure that the assessor has the necessary qualifications and experience in fire safety.
What information did you advise your team to check?
I advised my team to check the assessor’s credentials, previous work, and references.
Where did you advise your team to start to look to source advisors?
I advised my team to start by researching accredited organizations and professional networks.
Can you advise me why competency is important?
Competency is important to ensure that fire safety assessments are accurate and effective.
What did you do to manage the fire safety work in your organisation?
I coordinated fire safety assessments and ensured compliance with regulations.
What role did you perform?
I performed the role of fire safety manager.
What did you find from your assessment of fire risk?
I found several areas that required improvement to enhance fire safety.
Did you improve anything?
Yes, I implemented new safety measures based on the assessment findings.
Did you manage the associated work in-house, or did you employ specialist advisors?
I employed specialist advisors for certain aspects of the work.
How did you select the advisors?
I selected advisors based on their qualifications, experience, and client reviews.
What did you find were the limitations of the advice received?
The advice often lacked specificity for our unique circumstances.
Where did you need to then exercise your judgement?
I needed to exercise my judgement in interpreting the advice and applying it to our situation.
What did you learn about the regulations?
I learned that regulations are constantly evolving and require regular review.
How did you keep up-to-date with the law?
I kept up-to-date by attending training sessions and subscribing to industry publications.
What is the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005?
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (FSO) is the primary legislation governing fire safety in England and Wales, placing responsibility on individuals within organizations to assess, manage, and reduce fire risks in buildings, especially workplaces and common areas of multi-dwelling buildings
What is the Fire Safety Act 2021?
The Fire Safety Act 2021, which received Royal Assent on April 29, 2021, and came into force in England and Wales on May 16, 2022, amends the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, clarifying the scope of fire safety regulations for multi-occupied residential buildings, including the structure, external walls, and flat entrance doors.
What is the difference between the 2005 Order and the 2021 Act?
The 2021 Act expands the scope of the 2005 Order to include more types of buildings.
What is a ‘Responsible Person’?
A ‘Responsible Person’ is an individual who has control over a premises and is accountable for fire safety.
What is a suitable and sufficient assessment of risks?
It is an assessment that identifies hazards and evaluates risks to ensure adequate safety measures.
What is the Fire Risk Assessment Prioritisation Tool?
It is a tool used to prioritize fire risk assessments based on the level of risk.
Please explain the R v O’Rourke (2011) court ruling.
The ruling clarified the responsibilities of employers regarding fire safety.
What are BS standards?
BS standards are British Standards that provide specifications and guidelines for various industries.
What is CDM?
CDM stands for Construction (Design and Management) Regulations, which govern health and safety in construction.
What types of Asbestos surveys are there?
There are management surveys and refurbishment/demolition surveys.
What is the problem with asbestos?
Asbestos poses serious health risks, including lung disease and cancer.
Why are building compliance checks important?
They ensure that buildings meet safety standards and legal requirements.
What legal documents do you deal with?
I deal with fire safety regulations, risk assessments, and compliance reports.
What are construction contracts?
Construction contracts are legal agreements outlining the terms of construction projects.
