Test Check PPM systems exist for maintenance of all other items of M&E equipment and records are up to date. Auditor to randomly select a week and ensure that records correspond to checks required. Reason for This Question There must be PPM systems in place for the control of maintenance for all other items of M&E equipment such as boilers,… read more →

Managing property can be a headache – from problem tenants to the mountain of paperwork required to ensure your property is legally compliant (we can’t help with the former, but we can with the latter). It would be so much easier if all the paperwork can be held on ONE on-line portal, which could cater for all your Fire Safety… read more →

When it comes to legal compliance, just how do you ensure that you get the results you require, whilst keeping costs within budget, and what are the potential consequences of your decisions and actions in the longer term? Sadly, but all too often, once decisions have been made, many organisations sit back – unaware of potential problems that lie ahead,… read more →

The fundamental requirement of modern fire safety legislation is centred on the completion of a fire risk assessment, to identify any potential risks to the safety of persons in respect of harm caused by fire. Indeed, the risk of fire in public sector buildings is forever present; with more than 22,000 fires in non-domestic buildings during 2013-2014 (Source: UK Fire… read more →

Question Check that lift maintenance contract and maintenance records are in place with recommendations receiving attention. Insurance inspections also to be available with urgent actions receiving attention. Reason for This Question There must be a contract in place for lift maintenance with records available and up to date. Possible Answers Red: No contract in place, contract expired, or contract in… read more →

Question Check that good procedures exist for lone working controls. Reason for This Question Lone workers pose an additional risk, procedures should be regularly reviewed, and staff checked more frequently. Possible Answers Red: No controls Amber: Some supervision but there is no written evidence of checks Green: Contractors are supervised with written evidence of checks available Common Issues No controls… read more →

Question Is there evidence for the control of contractors e.g. signing in book and check for evidence that work permits are being utilized and procedures implemented correctly (e.g. Hot works)? 2 random samples taken and checked to see if contractors follow through on permits. Reason for This Question Contractors must sign in and out and there must be a contractors… read more →

DDS (International) Ltd were specially selected to take part in the programme “Directors Duties: Fit for Business” which is an exciting new television series produced by Collaborative Media for Executive TV. The episode starring DDS will identify the key components that make up a health and safety strategy, recognizing the responsibilities of both public and private sector employers in its… read more →

Do you have neighbours who are causing you issues when it comes to the fire safety of your home or place of work? How do you deal with this? How can you get to a successful and safe resolution to the problems? Without actually seeing the problem, it is quite difficult for us to give some specific guidance on issues… read more →

Example of FRA works carried out for a local authority For a recent programme of works completed for Local Authority Client, the following approach was used to ensure appropriate resources were allocated, and to guarantee the successful outcome of the works. 1. Programme set up The DDS Team discussed all elements of the project and the project path was discussed… read more →