HEALTH, SAFETY & FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT

HEALTH, SAFETY & FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT

St George's Fields Ltd

Albion Street Hyde Park

London W2 2YE

ON BEHALF OF

St George's Fields Limited

Date of assessment: 02/02/2017 Recommended review: February 2019

SITE: St George's Fields Ltd, Albion Street, Hyde Park, London, W2 2YE DATE: 02/02/2017

© Tetra Consulting Ltd Jessica House, Red Lion Square, London, SW18 4LS 020 8875 0700

Report number: Hsfra2-L-34744-020217.L

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CONTENTS

1.0 INTRODUCTION 4

1.1 SCOPE OF ASSESSMENT 4 1.2 BENCHMARKING 4 1.3 LIMITATIONS 4 1.4 SUMMARY OF FINDINGS 5 1.5 CLIENT SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS 6 1.6 RECOMMENDED REVIEW 6

2.0 PROPERTY DETAILS 7

2.1 SUMMARY 7 2.2 OCCUPANTS AT RISK 7 2.3 FIRE RISK PROFILE 8

3.0 ASSESSMENT OF RISK & CONTROLS MEASURES 9

3.1 HEALTH & SAFETY 9 3.1.1 ASBESTOS 9 3.1.2 CHEMICALS & HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES 9 3.1.3 CONTROL OF CONTRACTORS 10 3.1.4 ELECTRICITY 10 3.1.5 EMPLOYEE ARRANGEMENTS 11 3.1.6 ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS 12 3.1.7 FALLS & FALLING OBJECTS 12 3.1.8 FIRE 12 3.1.9 FIRST AID & ACCIDENT REPORTING 12 3.1.10 HEAD INJURIES 13 3.1.11 LEGIONELLA 13 3.1.12 LIFTS & LIFTING EQUIPMENT 14 3.1.13 NOISE & VIBRATION 14 3.1.14 PLANT & WORK EQUIPMENT 14 3.1.15 SLIPS & TRIPS 15 3.1.16 TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT 16 3.1.17 VACANT AREAS 16 3.1.18 WELFARE FACILITIES 17 3.1.19 WINDOWS & GLAZING 17 3.1.20 WORK AT HEIGHT 17 3.1.21 WORKPLACE SAFETY 18

3.2 FIRE 19 3.2.1 SOURCES OF FUEL 19 3.2.2 SOURCES OF IGNITION 19 3.2.3 SOURCES OF OXYGEN 20 3.2.4 FIRE COMPARTMENTATION 20 3.2.5 MEANS OF ESCAPE 22 3.2.6 FIRE DETECTION & WARNING 22 3.2.7 PORTABLE FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT 24 3.2.8 FIXED FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT 25 3.2.9 EMERGENCY PLANNING 25 3.2.10 ARRANGEMENTS FOR FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE 26 3.2.11 MANAGEMENT CONTROLS - FIRE SAFETY 26 3.2.12 EMPLOYEE ARRANGEMENTS - FIRE SAFETY 26 3.2.13 ARRANGEMENTS IN DEMISED AREAS 27




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4.0 PRIORITY ASSESSMENT OF ACTIONS 28

4.1 METHODOLOGY 28 4.2 PRIORITY ASSESSMENT 29

5.0 ACTION PLAN 52

5.1 PRIORITY 1 ACTIONS 53 5.2 PRIORITY 2 ACTIONS 53 5.3 PRIORITY 3 ACTIONS 55 5.4 PRIORITY 4 (ADVISORY) ACTIONS 57




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1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 SCOPE OF ASSESSMENT

In accordance with health & safety and fire safety legislation, Tetra Consulting Ltd was instructed to carry out a health, safety and fire risk assessment of St George's Fields Ltd, Albion Street, W2 2YE on behalf of St George's Fields Limited. The assessment was carried out by Ryan Brighton TechIOSH PIEMA, who has been deemed competent by Tetra Consulting Ltd to carry out risk assessments of this nature, based on their skills, knowledge and experience. Key details about the assessment are as follows:

Landlord: St George's Fields Ltd

Responsible Person / Duty Holder:

Gareth Targett, Property Manager, St George's Fields Ltd

Assessment date: 02/02/2017

Person(s) consulted during inspection:

Gareth Targett, Property Manager

Person with site responsibility for fire safety:

Gareth Targett, Property Manager, St George's Fields Ltd

Areas inspected: All internal/external common areas of each block including stairwells, risers, utilities, plant rooms, lift motor rooms, car park & estates office

Areas excluded: Tenanted areas. Upper roof areas- no safe access- restricted access. Private stores within car park. Sub station in car park- responsibility of UK Power Networks

1.2 BENCHMARKING

This assessment follows guidance provided in: Health & Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999 Other relevant British health and safety legislation made under the Health & Safety at Work. Act 1974 Occupiers' Liability Act 1984 Government guidance document(s) supporting the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 or Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 PAS 79: 2012 Fire Risk Assessment – Guidance and Recommended Methodology Building Regulations (part B) BS9999 : 2008 Code of Practice for fire safety in the design, management and use of buildings Other relevant technical British and European standards.

1.3 LIMITATIONS

The observations and recommendations made in this report relate to conditions and documentation observed during the site inspection, and information provided by the client.




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The site inspection covered only areas that were safely accessible as listed in 1.1 above. The risk assessment is not an audit of any health and safety policy, procedures and arrangements present within the client organisation. The risk assessment is not an audit of planned maintenance activities. A full review of mechanical, electrical, plant and equipment inspection, testing and servicing records was not undertaken, only where statutory records are required. The risk assessor used professional expertise and judgement in making their recommendations. Assessments are open to individual interpretation however and an enforcement officer may hold a different view.

1.4 SUMMARY OF FINDINGS

A summary of the risk controls observed in the report is as follows:

HEALTH & SAFETY FIRE

Number of controls adequately in place 89 45

Number of controls requiring improvement 10 12

Compliance score 89.9 % 79.0 %

In addition, the number of actions raised in the report is as follows:

Priority Action required within Number of actions

1 24 hours 0

2 3 months 9

3 6 months 19

4 (advisory) - 0

Total number of actions identified: 28

All priority 1 actions are notified to the client on the day of audit. Based on these observations and the conditions observed during the site visit, the overall risk of harm is deemed to be:

HEALTH AND SAFETY

LOW

FIRE SAFETY




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LOW

1.5 CLIENT SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

None advised.

1.6 RECOMMENDED REVIEW

Legislation requires that risk assessments are reviewed. Based on the conditions observed, it is recommended that this risk assessment be reviewed within:

2 years

An earlier review should be carried out if: there is significant change in layout or use there is reason to believe it is no longer valid an accident or incident occurs




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2.0 PROPERTY DETAILS

2.1 SUMMARY

Principal property usage: Residential

Other property usage: None.

Property size: 300 flats

Date of construction: 1970/1973

Details of construction: Brick elevations. Concrete floors / stairs. Tarmac driveway. Brick block paving to external walkways

Number of floors: Lower ground floor, Ground to 5th floor

Areas not occupied or in regular use:

Plant rooms and roof not in regular use

Number of exits: Each block has a number of exits available. The are numerous possible exits from the car park area

Number of stairwells: 6 stairwells. Steps to car park areas in numerous locations

Number of lifts: 7 passenger lifts

Car park details: 305 car parking spaces

Security measures: Estates office open 08:30-17:00 Monday-Friday, 09:30-12:00 on Saturdays.. CCTV

Local fire authority: London Fire & Emergency Planning Authority

Fire loss experience: None advised.

Additional information (health & safety):

The site consists of the following blocks, many of which are interconnected:

West Rise Kendal Steps North Rise Hanover Steps South Rise Archery Steps Client informs that an accident claim was made as a tenant tripped in the car park area over an uneven drainage gulley. These gulleys now have metal covers installed, however issues with the covers has been identified.

Additional information (fire safety):

None advised.

2.2 OCCUPANTS AT RISK

Total building occupancy: 300-600




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Total number of employees / tenants:

300-600

Total number of visitors / members of public:

1-25

Occupants identified at special risk:

Sleeping residents. Possible children and elderly/infirm

Note: all figures are approximate

2.3 FIRE RISK PROFILE

The risk profile is a combination of occupancy characteristic and fire growth rate, as defined in BS9999:2008 Code of Practice for fire safety in the design, management and use of buildings. For the areas under consideration, the overall risk profile is considered to be as follows:

Occupancy characteristic Ci = Occupants who are likely to be asleep: long-term individual occupancy

Fire growth rate 2 = Medium

Overall risk profile Сі2

The risk profile is used by the risk assessor to determine whether the means of escape and design features for life safety are appropriate for the area under inspection.




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3.0 ASSESSMENT OF RISK & CONTROLS MEASURES The assessment has been broken down into several areas of observation, based on likely hazards found. For each hazard, a series of statements is presented of possible controls that could be in place to control the inherent risks. An assessment is made as to whether these controls are applicable and, if they are, whether they are correctly implemented or otherwise. An overall risk rating of low, medium or high is made for each hazard considered based on the risk assessor’s professional judgement of the likely harm and severity of the hazard being realised. Where control measures are missing or unsuitable, a defect/hazard assessment is made with actions highlighted and prioritised to reduce the risks – see section 4 for further details.

3.1 HEALTH & SAFETY

3.1.1 ASBESTOS

General observation

Potential risk from asbestos containing materials.

Assessment of controls In place? Comments

Asbestos survey has been carried out? X Re-inspection recommended. Last survey carried out

Asbestos containing materials managed as per survey recommendations?

No issues identified.

Asbestos management plan in place? No issues identified.

Asbestos containing materials appear to be in good condition?


Asbestos information is made available to visiting contractors etc. as required?


Arrangements are in place for dealing with accidental disturbance of asbestos?


Defect / hazard reference(s) (see section 4) 9

Overall risk rating for this area of observation: MEDIUM

3.1.2 CHEMICALS & HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES

General observation

Hazardous substances observed are used by contractors only.


COSHH risk assessments carried out, up to date and corrective action implemented?

Contractor responsibility.

Chemicals and hazardous substances are suitably stored?


Suitable safety information and signage available?





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Personal protective equipment is provided where necessary and/or mandatory signage is displayed?

Signage displayed and PPE provided.

Suitable arrangements in place to monitor exposure or health of individuals?

Health surveillance in place.

Suitable arrangements in place in event of accident, incident or emergency?


Defect / hazard reference(s) (see section 4) None identified.

Overall risk rating for this area of observation: LOW

3.1.3 CONTROL OF CONTRACTORS

General observation

Contractors engaged in area inspected.


Contractors are subject to competency checks prior to being engaged?

Contractors used are vetted prior to engagement.

Suitable exchange of health and safety information between contractors and the client?


A permit to work system is in operation for high risk operations?


Suitable arrangements in place for contractors to sign in / out?

Contractors required to sign in / out at reception.

Contractors provided with site safety rules or briefing / induction prior to undertaking work?


Suitable arrangements in place to monitor contractor performance?


Contractors on site were observed to be working safely, with no risks posed to other building users?

Contractors on site and working safely.



3.1.4 ELECTRICITY

General observation

Electrical installations and/or appliances observed in area inspected including: lighting / power; electrical intake; distribution board(s); tenant meter(s); sub-station(s); plant / equipment control panel(s); computer and office equipment; cleaning equipment; CCTV equipment


Fixed wiring installations inspected within suitable timescales?

Carried out 11/10/2012

Remedial works have been implemented where identified by fixed wiring inspection?

Remedial works have been implemented.




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Access to electrical areas is secured and controlled.


Appropriate hazard warning signage is displayed?

X There is some electrical hazard signage displayed but additional or up to date signage is required.

Electric shock posters available where required and are up to date?


Suitable rubber matting is available beneath electrical installations where appropriate?

X Rubber matting is not available beneath all electrical installations.

Electrical installations are unobstructed and in good condition?

X Deficiencies observed.

There are suitable lock-off procedures in place for isolating electrical installations?


Suitable arrangements in place to minimise risks from static.

N/A No arrangements required

Client's portable electrical equipment has been tested within suitable timescales?

Equipment tested 19/09/2016

Other portable electrical equipment has been tested within suitable timescales?

N/A No portable electrical equipment observed.

Defect / hazard reference(s) (see section 4) 11; 15; 18; 22


3.1.5 EMPLOYEE ARRANGEMENTS

General observation

Site based staff employed by managing agent.


Health and safety policy statement available, up to date and communicated to employees?

Policy statement available and up to date.

Task risk assessments carried out and communicated to employees?

No issues identified - suitable and up to date records available.

Display Screen Equipment (DSE) assessments undertaken?


Manual handling assessments undertaken? No issues identified.

Employers' liability certificate in place, up to date and communicated to employees?

Available electronically. Certificate expires: 2017

Health and safety law poster displayed? Poster displayed.

Health and safety training provided commensurate with duties?


Suitable safe working procedures in place? No issues identified.

Suitable arrangements in place to manage risks of lone working?


Suitable arrangements in place to minimise risk of violence and aggressive behaviour?

N/A Not considered necessary.





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3.1.6 ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS

General observation

Environmental concerns not within scope of this assessment.

Overall risk rating for this area of observation: NOT APPLICABLE

3.1.7 FALLS & FALLING OBJECTS

General observation

Risk areas identified relate to building structure only. Note: risk areas relating to access and people working are considered separately under Work at Height section below.


External elevations and building fabric appear to be in good condition with no observed defects?


Items present on external elevations and roof which could pose a falling object risk are suitably secured or managed?

N/A No such items observed.

Condition survey of building fabric carried out as required?

Condition survey carried out and maintenance plan in place.

Internal building fabric in good condition, with no risk of injury or falling objects identified?

X Hazards identified.

Handrails, banisters, balustrades and grab rails available where required and in good condition to prevent fall?


External surfaces, objects and structures secure and in good condition?


Materials and objects are stored safely and securely?


Defect / hazard reference(s) (see section 4) 8; 27


3.1.8 FIRE

General observation

Fire safety issues are considered separately below.


3.1.9 FIRST AID & ACCIDENT REPORTING

General observation

Accident reporting procedure and first aid provision under consideration.




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Appropriate first aid provisions available? Appropriate first aid provisions observed including: first aid box(es)

First aid provisions adequately stocked and in date?


Responsible person monitors first aid provisions and replenishes as required?


Appointed person nominated or suitable number of trained first aiders available?

Adequate trained first aiders available.

Names of first aiders and location of first aid provisions communicated to others?


Compliant accident book available and completed correctly?

No issues identified with accident book, which can be found at following location: With property manager

Accident reporting procedure in place? No issues identified.

Escalation procedure in place for accidents which are reportable under RIDDOR?

Property manager responsibility.

Accident investigation carried out and accident statistics reviewed where required?

Property manager responsibility.



3.1.10 HEAD INJURIES

General observation

Head hit hazards identified in area inspected.


Low structures on access / egress routes identified and suitable precautions taken?

X Low structures identified and further precautions required.

Hazardous plant / equipment identified and suitable precautions taken?

N/A No plant / equipment identified as posing a hazard.

Areas where headroom restricted identified and all suitable precautions taken?

N/A No areas identified where headroom restricted.

Personal protective equipment is provided and/or mandatory signage displayed?

N/A PPE or mandatory signage not required.



3.1.11 LEGIONELLA

General observation

Any water outlets and equipment present are within tenants' demised areas and, we are advised, their responsibility. A legionella water risk assessment is not considered necessary





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3.1.12 LIFTS & LIFTING EQUIPMENT

General observation

The following lifting equipment is present in the area inspected: passenger lift(s)


Routine service visits are carried out for lifts as required?

Last visit on 12/01/2017

Statutory engineering inspections are carried out for lifts as required?

Last inspection on 07/12/2016

Suitable provisions available in lift car for use in an emergency?


Lift car stops level on all floors No issues identified.

Lift car door sensor available and operating correctly?


Other lifting equipment is included on the maintenance schedule?

N/A No other lifting equipment in area inspected.

Other lifting equipment has appropriate statutory inspection documentation available?

N/A No other lifting equipment in area inspected.

Safe working loads marked on all appropriate lifting equipment?

N/A No marking displayed or required.



3.1.13 NOISE & VIBRATION

General observation

No hazards observed in area inspected.


3.1.14 PLANT & WORK EQUIPMENT

General observation

The following principal plant / equipment observed in area inspected: lift(s); powered access barriers / gate(s); Sump pump / Traffic control system


Areas containing plant and work equipment are suitably locked and secured?

All areas secured as required.

Safe access to plant and work equipment available?


Suitable safety signage is displayed on access doors and within plant rooms?


Emergency controls available and suitably identified?

Emergency shut off controls available in following areas:




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Suitable guarding in place where required? Fixed guards in place on lift motors / pulleys.

Gas safety certificate available and up to date?

N/A Domestic gas installations only - no communal supply.

Planned maintenance schedule in place? No issues identified.

Plant & work equipment is maintained as per planned maintenance schedule?

All equipment maintained as required.

Written scheme of examination available for pressure systems?

N/A No pressure systems observed.

Statutory insurance inspections are carried out on applicable equipment and up to date records are available?

N/A No plant / equipment present where statutory inspection required.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided where necessary and in good condition, and/or mandatory signage is displayed?

N/A Contractor responsibility.

Powered access gates have been visually inspected and no issues identified?

No issues identified. See section 1.5 above for details

Gym / play equipment is in suitable condition and suitable precautions in place for safe use?

N/A None present in area inspected.

Confined spaces identified and suitable precautions in place to control risks?

N/A No confined spaces identified.



3.1.15 SLIPS & TRIPS

General observation

All areas under inspection have potential for slips and trips.


Internal floor surfaces are in good condition with no holes, bumps, uneven or slippery surfaces observed?

X Slip/trip hazards identified.

Weather mats are available where required and in good condition with no defects/hazards observed?


Changes of level are suitably highlighted or signed as appropriate?


Internal / external surfaces are clear of loose debris and items?


External access / egress routes in good condition?


External traffic routes in good condition? No issues identified.

Suitable arrangements in place for snow and ice clearance?





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Stairwells and steps are in adequate condition?


Bunding present and in good condition, where processes and plant may discharge or leak liquid?

N/A No areas identified where bunding required.

Adequate drainage available? No issues identified.

Drains, drainage channels and service covers are in good condition?

X Slip/trip hazards identified.

Lighting levels are sufficient throughout the area inspected?


Light switches are easily identified and correctly positioned?


Defect / hazard reference(s) (see section 4) 19; 20; 25


3.1.16 TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

General observation

Traffic movements take place in areas inspected.


Road markings are legible and in good condition?


Other traffic management arrangements in place?

Arrangements in place: one way system; speed bumps

Appropriate signage in place e.g. speed limit signage, height restrictions?

Signage displayed: 5mph speed limit; height restriction at entrance; no smoking; no discharging of tanks

Plant / equipment suitably protected from vehicle movements?


Suitable arrangements in place to control risks from vehicles with poor rear visibility?

N/A No high risk locations identified.

Pedestrian routes are suitably marked and separated from traffic routes where practicable?


Suitable arrangements in place to control pedestrian access in areas where large vehicle movements occur?

N/A No large vehicle movements.



3.1.17 VACANT AREAS

General observation

No vacant areas observed.





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3.1.18 WELFARE FACILITIES

General observation

Toilet and kitchen / tea point facilities available in following locations: Estates office


Welfare facilities in clean and hygienic condition?


Toilets, sinks, cupboards, cubicle doors etc in good condition?


Hot and cold water available? No issues identified.

Adequate consumables / hand dryers available?




3.1.19 WINDOWS & GLAZING

General observation

Windows and glazing present in areas inspected.


Windows/glazing in good condition? No issues identified.

Glazing survey carried out and remedial action implemented?

N/A Not considered necessary.

Windows locked or have appropriate restricting mechanisms installed where necessary?


Safety glass installed in appropriate locations or physical barriers installed to restrict access?


Suitable manifestations displayed on glazing where required?




3.1.20 WORK AT HEIGHT

General observation

No direct access to work at height areas. Contractors are responsible for arranging safe access and working under site specific risk assessments and method statements.





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3.1.21 WORKPLACE SAFETY

General observation

This section principally covers requirements of the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 which are not already considered under other areas of observation.


No smoking sign present at property entrance(s)?

Signage prominently displayed.

Adequate ventilation available? No issues identified.

Air monitoring is carried out where required? N/A Not considered necessary.

Temperature of indoor workplaces is reasonable and controlled as far as is practicable?


Emergency lighting provided in high risk locations (e.g. plant rooms) as required?

N/A Covered by Means of escape section below.

Emergency lighting tested and maintained as required?

N/A Covered by Means of escape section below. Monthly functional test: 20/01/2017 Annual discharge test: May 2016

Suitable housekeeping regime in evidence? X Areas for improvement identified.

Doors and building fabric / equipment in good condition and pose no health and safety risks?


Adequate provision of drinking water? No issues identified.

Suitable facilities for storing and changing clothing?

N/A Tenant responsibility.

Suitable facilities in place to rest and eat meals?


Adequate management inspections are carried out and remedial action implemented?

Undertaken by site based staff.






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3.2 FIRE

3.2.1 SOURCES OF FUEL

General observation

Sources of fuel requiring control observed.


Means of escape clear of uncontrolled combustibles?

X Uncontrolled combustibles observed.

Suitable wall and ceiling linings in circulation areas and escape routes?

Wall / ceiling linings appear to be class 0 rated.

Plant rooms and other high risk areas clear of uncontrolled combustibles?

X Hazardous storage observed in high risk areas.

All other areas clear of excess fire loading with good housekeeping observed?


Furniture and furnishings in good condition and compliant with regulations where required?


Adequate arrangements in place for refuse and waste storage and disposal?


Flammable and dangerous substances are adequately controlled and have been suitably risk assessed?

N/A No such substances in use.

Cylinders stored correctly? N/A No cylinders observed.

Defect / hazard reference(s) (see section 4) 2; 5; 21; 24


3.2.2 SOURCES OF IGNITION

General observation

Sources of ignition requiring control observed.


Fixed wiring has been inspected in the last 5 years and remedial works have been implemented where identified?

Certificate dated: 11/10/2012

Electrical installations in good condition and not overloaded?


Portable appliances have been tested within suitable timeframes where required?

Testing within suitable timeframes. Last carried out: 19/09/2016

Risks from static electricity adequately controlled?

N/A Not considered a significant risk factor.

Smoking prohibited with appropriate signage displayed?


Suitable facilities to control smoking risks? N/A Not considered necessary.




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Adequate controls in place to protect against arson?

No adverse issues noted.

Hot works adequately controlled? Permit to work system in operation.

Lightning protection available where required, in good condition with test certificate available and in date?

N/A None present or required.

Fixed heating installations (boilers, storage heaters etc.) in good condition and tested as required?

N/A No fixed heating installations observed.

Use of portable heaters is suitably controlled? N/A No portable heaters observed.

Cooking appliances present and in good condition?

N/A Within demised areas only.

Kitchen ventilation / extract equipment clear and unobstructed?

N/A No such equipment observed.

Appropriate light fittings installed and away from sources of fuel?




3.2.3 SOURCES OF OXYGEN

General observation

Air is the only source of oxygen present.


Cylinders and piped supplies are adequately controlled?

N/A None present.

Oxidising chemicals are adequately controlled?

N/A None present.



3.2.4 FIRE COMPARTMENTATION

General observation

Accessible building structure and partitions (including fire doors) only. A full structural survey was not undertaken.


Building fabric appears in sound structural condition with suitable fire separation?

X Breaches to compartmentation observed.

Fire stopping installed in appropriate locations and in good condition?


Communal risers and ducts have suitable fire separation or protection?


Gas and electrical installations in escape routes are suitably enclosed?

Utilities suitably enclosed.




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Fire doors installed where appropriate and in good condition?

X Fire door(s) not in suitable condition.

Fire doors appropriately identified and close correctly into their frames?

X Doors not closing correctly.

Automatic fire doors in good condition, operate correctly and are tested regularly?

N/A No automatic doors observed.

Shutters / dampers provided where required and in full working order?

N/A None observed.

Defect / hazard reference(s) (see section 4) 1; 3; 4; 6; 13; 14





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3.2.5 MEANS OF ESCAPE

General observation

Means of escape as follows: Each block has a single stairwell means of escape with a secondary escape stairwell also available. Flats exit directly into protected corridors in most cases with final exits at ground floor into the external grounds. There are numerous escape routes available from the car park areas.


Travel distances, corridor and doors widths are considered adequate?

Within expected parameters.

Inner rooms or dead end conditions suitably controlled?

N/A No such conditions observed.

Means of escape are simple and straightforward with suitable provisions in place?


Adequate fire exit signage displayed? No issues identified.

Fire exits can be opened easily and without the use of a key?

X Fire exit doors locked.

Exits lead directly to a place of ultimate safety?

Direct to fresh air.

Means of escape free from obstructions with suitable provisions to ensure continued availability?

None observed.

Adequate emergency lighting present in means of escape.

X Insufficient emergency lighting installed.

Emergency lighting tested and maintained as required?

Service records up to date. Monthly functional test: 20/01/2017 Annual discharge test: May 2016

Smoke control systems available with no observed defects?

N/A System not installed.

Smoke control systems tested / maintained as required?

N/A System not installed.

Refuge intercom available and tested regularly?

N/A Not installed or required.



3.2.6 FIRE DETECTION & WARNING

General observation

Automatic fire detection and warning installed. mains powered fire detector / sounder(s); manual call point(s); fire alarm panel Automatic fire detection system present in estates office only.





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Suitable fire detection and warning system installed and operational?


Bell tests carried out and call points tested in rotation?

Call points tested in rotation. Last test: 26/01/2017

Routine service visits up to date? Service records up to date. 26/01/2017 (unknown frequency)

Secondary effects of fire alarm activation checked and operational?

N/A No known secondary effects.

Alarm panels suitably positioned and secured with no faults showing?


Zone chart / list available? Panel is fully addressable.

Detector heads are correctly located, functional and unrestricted?


Manual call points are correctly located, functional and unrestricted?


Fire alarm is audible / visible in all areas under inspection?







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3.2.7 PORTABLE FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT

General observation

Portable fire fighting equipment present in areas inspected.


Adequate provision of fire extinguishers? X Inadequate provision of extinguishers. Extinguishers available: foam; carbon dioxide

Extinguishers have dedicated fire points? X No signage displayed.

Extinguishers have been serviced in the last year?

Service up to date. Last inspected: January 2017

Anti-tamper devices present and extinguishers not discharged?


Fire blankets available and in good condition? N/A Fire blankets not present or required.

Fire blankets inspected within suitable timeframes?

N/A Fire blankets not available.






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3.2.8 FIXED FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT

General observation

Fixed fire fighting systems present in areas inspected.


Fire hose reels in good condition, clearly identified and unobstructed?

N/A No hose reels present or required.

Hose reels tested and maintained as required?

N/A No hose reels present.

Rising mains installed, with inlets / outlets clearly identified and unobstructed?


Rising main inlets / outlets correctly secured and in good condition?

X Improvements identified.

Rising mains tested and maintained as required?

Maintenance up to date. Last carried out: 17/10/2016

Sprinkler control valves identified and secured appropriately?


Sprinkler system appears in good condition? No issues identified.

Sprinkler system tested and maintained as required?

Maintenance up to date. Last carried out: January 2017 17/08/2016

Other suppression systems installed correctly in appropriate areas?

N/A No systems present or required.

Other suppression systems tested and maintained as required?

N/A No systems present or required.



3.2.9 EMERGENCY PLANNING

General observation

Co-ordinated emergency planning required.


Suitable fire emergency action plan has been formulated?

Stay put strategy in place.

Suitable assembly point identified? N/A Residential property - assembly point is anywhere clear of building.

Emergency action plan has been adequately communicated to all relevant persons?

X Issues with signage observed.

Emergency arrangements tested at regular intervals during practice evacuation drills?

N/A Residential property - not considered necessary.






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3.2.10 ARRANGEMENTS FOR FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE

General observation

Arrangements required.


Fire and rescue service can easily access property?

Direct access available.

Suitable information is made available relating to risks in the building e.g. presence of dangerous substances

N/A No specific risks observed.

Fire-fighting switches / lifts available, easily identifiable and in working order?

N/A No fire-fighting switches observed or required.

Hydrants available, easily identified and tested as required?

N/A No hydrants observed.



3.2.11 MANAGEMENT CONTROLS - FIRE SAFETY

General observation

Management control required.


Contractors are subject to health and safety checks prior to being engaged and are provided with site safety rules?

N/A Covered under Control of contractors section above.

Monitoring of fire safety arrangements carried out at regular intervals and corrective action implemented?

Undertaken by site based staff.

Site fire log book available? Log book available.

False alarms managed? No false alarms indicated.

Fire policy / strategy in place? Suitable fire policy available.

Suitable fire plans available and up to date? N/A Fire plans not considered necessary.

Arrangements in place to co-ordinate and co-operate with other property users?

Regular meetings with other property users.



3.2.12 EMPLOYEE ARRANGEMENTS - FIRE SAFETY

General observation

Site based staff employed by managing agent.


Employees have been provided with suitable fire safety training including what to do in event of emergency?

Covered by induction training.




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Adequate numbers of fire wardens and deputies nominated and trained with details communicated?

Adequate numbers nominated and trained.

Suitable Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP) in place where required?

N/A No current requirement for PEEP.



3.2.13 ARRANGEMENTS IN DEMISED AREAS

General observation

Demised areas present - residential flats.


Doors to demised areas are suitably fire resisting?

Residential flat doors appear suitably resisting.

Tenants carry out fire risk assessments and share relevant information?

N/A Residential tenants - not required.

Routine monitoring of tenants undertaken to ensure no issues present which could impact on landlord areas?

N/A Residential demises are private property.

Kitchen extracts deep cleaned regularly? N/A Residential demises are private property.

Hot works permits are requested from the managing agent where required?

N/A Residential demises are private property.

Vacant demises are secured and clear of excess fire loading?

N/A No vacant areas observed.

Residential tenants are provided with basic fire prevention advice?







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4.0 PRIORITY ASSESSMENT OF ACTIONS

4.1 METHODOLOGY

For each defect identified in section 3 above, an action is generated. These actions are prioritised based on an assessment of risk. The objective of risk assessment is to systematically and numerically evaluate the likelihood of a potential hazard to cause harm, and the severity of that harm. For each hazard/defect, the people at risk are identified based on the following groupings:

E/T Employees / Tenants P/V Members of public / Visitors

C Contractors O Others

A risk rating is calculated based on the Severity (S) of what could go wrong if the hazard is realised, combined with the Likelihood (L) of this occurring, to give an overall risk rating (R) of either low (L), medium (M), high (H) or advisory (A) based on the following table: This is translated into a low, medium or high priority rating based on the following table:

SEVERITY

LIKELIHOOD

1 Minor injury / illness

2 Short term

incapacity / ill health

3 Fatality or long term incapacity / ill health

A Advisory action

1 Remote

Low Low Medium

2 Possible

Low Medium High

3 Likely

Low Medium High

Advisory actions are those which rely on others to complete e.g. tenant issues, or those which should be implemented when/if practicable e.g. at next planned refurbishment.




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4.2 PRIORITY ASSESSMENT

People at risk Risk rating

Ref Location(s) (AREA OF OBSERVATION)

Hazard / Defect observed E/T C P/V O Existing controls S L R Recommended additional control(s)

1 Kendal Steps, 3rd floor, doors leading to West Rise (next to flat 53).

Park Steps, 3rd floor, next to flat 26.

Archery Steps, 3rd floor, next to flat 33.

Car park, door up to Archery Steps.

(FIRE COMPARTMENTATION)

Fire door does not close into frame correctly due to the following reason(s): - self-closer / hinges require adjustment. Increased potential for fire / smoke to spread throughout premises.

Self closing mechanism installed. Regular property inspections.

3 1 M Ensure fire door closes fully and a tight seal is maintained. This can be achieved through: - adjusting self closing mechanism.

1

M




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1

M

1

M

2 South Rise, 1st floor, outside flat 6.

North Rise, 4th floor, outside flat 21.

(SOURCES OF FUEL)

Combustible items stored in means of escape, which increases fire loading and could compromise the escape route and hinder an emergency evacuation.

Dry riser present. Stored items are not obstructing the escape route. Regular property inspections.

3 1 M Stored items are to be removed and escape routes / common parts kept clear of all excess fire loading and stored combustibles.

*Action outstanding from previous assessment




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2

M

3 North Rise, 2nd floor.


Minor penetration to fire compartmentation where cables / pipes pass through walls, floors or ceilings. Increases the likelihood of fire / smoke spreading throughout the property.

Regular property inspections.

3 1 M Undertake fire stopping works to penetrations (where cables / pipes pass through walls, floors or ceilings) to maintain suitable compartmentation and restrict fire / smoke spread capability.




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4 Archery Steps, 2nd floor, above flat 18.


The installed glazing may not provide suitable fire resistance. Increases the likelihood of fire / smoke spreading throughout the property. The risk is increased as the window is in an open position.

None.

3 1 M Confirm with tenant the fire resistance of the installed glazing. If deemed to be not fire resistant, board up glazed partition with suitable fire resistant materials or replace with fire resistant glass. Glazing should comply with Parts B and N of the Building Regulations and be tested to BS476-22, which defines minimum criteria for fire safety. This will maintain suitable compartmentation and restrict any fire from spreading to the rest of the property.

5 Electrical intake, Archery Steps (car park).

Electrical intake, Kendal Steps (car park).

(SOURCES OF FUEL)

Combustible items stored in electrical room. Fire hazard.

None.

3 1 M Remove combustible items from electrical room and either dispose of or store in a designated storage area away from sources of ignition. Liaise with tenants / maintenance contractors regarding importance of good housekeeping in plant areas.





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5

M




Penetrations to fire compartmentation where cables / pipes pass through walls, floors or ceilings. Increases the likelihood of fire / smoke spreading throughout the property.

None.

3 1 M Undertake fire stopping works to penetrations (where cables / pipes pass through walls, floors or ceilings) to maintain suitable compartmentation and restrict fire / smoke spread capability.




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6

M

7 Car park area, escape door leading to ground floor area of Kendal Steps.

Car park area, above exit doors (either side) leading up to South Rise.

(MEANS OF ESCAPE)

No emergency lighting apparent. This may cause serious injury and/or confusion in the event of an evacuation and the failure of the mains electrical power.

Tenant familiarity with property layout. Some natural/borrowed light available. Emergency lighting present to other areas.

2 2 M Emergency lighting to be installed as per the requirements of the Workplace (Health, Safety & Welfare) Regulations 1992 / Article 14 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Emergency lighting units should be provided so that the following are illuminated in the event of power loss: - all fire exit doors; - hazardous plant and equipment needing isolation in event of an emergency.


7

M




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8 External, pond areas.

(FALLS & FALLING OBJECTS)

Deep water hazard. Potential drowning hazard.

None.

2 2 M Install barriers at base of all steps and slopes to prevent falls into water. Display hazard signage stating “Danger: deep water” and “No swimming”. Provide life buoys at strategic locations along edge of water.


8

M

9 General.

(ASBESTOS)

The asbestos register and management plan have not been reviewed. This could present a serious health hazard if the condition of asbestos containing materials has deteriorated or been disturbed.

Asbestos survey / register available.

3 1 M Undertake re-inspection of asbestos containing materials and update the asbestos register and management plan. Ensure any new asbestos containing material found is included on the register following confirmation by analysis.




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10 Estates office, extinguishers.

West Rise, lift motor room.

Car park area, workshop.

(PORTABLE FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT)

No signage displayed above fire extinguishers to highlight their location or indicate their type and the class of fire they can be used on. This may cause confusion when selecting the correct type of extinguisher to fight a fire and increases the risk of an incorrect extinguisher being used in error.

Some information contained on extinguishers. Extinguishers correct for use in this area.

1 1 L Display sign above each fire extinguisher indicating its type and the class of fire it can be used on.

10

L




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10

L

11 Electrical risers throughout, including car park areas.

Electrical intakes.

Car park area, numerous electrical installations.

External, electrical control box for access gates (main entrance).

(ELECTRICITY)

No electrical hazard signage on either doors to electrical areas or in some cases installations. Increased likelihood of shock hazard.

None.

1 1 L Purchase and display electrical hazard warning signage on doors to electrical areas and installations in areas listed.


11

L




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11

L

11

L

12 Upper floors, throughout.

(EMERGENCY PLANNING)

No signs displayed warning not to use lift in event of fire. Potential for confusion and delayed response to a fire event.

None.

1 1 L Purchase and display signs stating “In the event of fire do not use lift” or similar. Signs should be displayed adjacent to lifts on each floor landing.




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13 Kendal Steps, 3rd floor, fire doors either end (leading to stairwells).

Park Steps, 3rd floor, fire doors either end (leading to stairwells).

Hanover steps, 3rd floor, fire doors either end (leading to stairwells).

North Rise, 3rd floor, door leading to Hanover Steps.

Archery Steps, 3rd floor, fire doors either end (leading to stairwells).


“Fire door keep closed” sign missing. Potential for protective fire door to be kept open which increases fire / smoke spread risk.


1 1 L Purchase and display sign on fire doors stating “Fire door keep closed” or “Fire door keep shut” or similar. Signs should be a blue coloured circle with white lettering.

13

L




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14 Kendal Steps, 3rd floor, doors leading to West Rise.

Hanover Steps, 3rd floor, riser next to flat 44.


Smoke seals / intumescent strips on fire doors / frames are missing. Increased potential for fire / smoke to spread throughout premises.


2 1 L Install smoke seals / intumescent strips on fire doors or frames.

14

L




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15 Kendal Steps, 2nd floor, electrical riser (next to flat 35).

(ELECTRICITY)

Electrical conduit cover missing which is exposing electrical wiring. Increased likelihood of electric shock hazard.

Restricted access to this area. Regular property inspections.

2 1 L Replace missing conduit cover(s) so that all wiring is enclosed.

16 Park Steps 5th floor, next to single passenger lift.

(FIXED FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT)

Rising main outlets are not strapped and padlocked in closed position. Potential for inadvertent operation or damage to installation.

None.

2 1 L Rising main outlets to be strapped and padlocked in closed position to prevent tampering.




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17 North Rise, 5th floor.

(HEAD INJURIES)

Low lintel over staircase. Potential for head hit injury.

Adequate lighting available. Tenant familiarity with property.

1 1 L Display warning sign stating “Mind your head”.


18 North Rise, all risers.

(ELECTRICITY)

Exposed electrical wiring / connections. Potential electric shock.

Restricted access to this area. Regular property inspections.

2 1 L Undertake repairs to make safe the exposed electrical wiring / connections.

18

L




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18

L

18

L

19 Car park area, numerous locations.

(SLIPS & TRIPS)

Uneven / damaged floor/walkway surfaces presents trip/injury hazard.

Adequate lighting available. Tenant familiarity with property.

1 2 L Repair uneven / damaged floor surface, ensuring a level finish.





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19

L

19

L

19

L




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20 Car park, numerous locations.

(SLIPS & TRIPS)

Drainage channel covers are uneven and loose, presenting a trip/injury hazard.

Adequate lighting available. Regular property inspections.

1 2 L Repair and secure drainage channel covers, so that the areas are level and secure.

20

L

20

L




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20

L

21 Car park area, next to space 57.

Car park area, opposite electrical intake for Archery Steps.

Car park area, next to space 87.

Car park area, next to electrical intake/workshop area (Kendal Steps).

(SOURCES OF FUEL)

Combustible items stored in covered car park. Fire hazard.

Regular property inspections, Sprinkler system available.

2 1 L Remove loose combustible items from covered car park and either dispose of or store in a designated storage areas e.g. locked metal cabinets. Liaise with tenants regarding importance of good housekeeping in common areas.


21

L




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21

L

21

L


(ELECTRICITY)

No rubber matting present beneath the electrical installations. Increased potential for electric shock.

Restricted access to this area. Hazard warning signage displayed.

2 1 L Purchase and install rubber insulating matting beneath electrical installations. Alternatively, any person required to work on these installations is to be instructed (in writing) to provide their own rubber matting. The managing agent should ensure suitable rubber matting is available when access is permitted.





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(PORTABLE FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT)

No fire extinguisher provided in electrical intake. This reduces the fire fighting capability.

Restricted access to this area.

2 1 L Provide carbon dioxide fire extinguisher for this area. Mount on wall and provide signage to indicate its type and use. Alternatively, visiting contractors required to work on these installations are to be instructed (in writing) to provide their own carbon dioxide extinguisher.



(SOURCES OF FUEL)

Stored tyres present increased risk of arson. Items stored close to buildings also present an increased fire spread risk.

Regular property inspections. Sprinkler system present

2 1 L Clear all stored tyres from external areas or store securely to prevent unauthorised access. Liaise with tenants regarding safe waste disposal arrangements.





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External, next to West Rise (2 locations).

(SLIPS & TRIPS)

Drain cover is uneven and presents a trip/injury hazard.

Adequate lighting available. Regular property inspections.

1 2 L Refit / replace drain cover ensuring it is secure and level with surrounding ground.


25

L

26 External, gates within garden area (front).

External, gate to exit estate next to Archery Steps.

(MEANS OF ESCAPE)

Fire exit gate locked. Potential to hinder and delay an emergency evacuation.

Building occupant familiarity with property. Alternative exits available. External area, occupants already clear of building.

2 1 L Install panic style opening device on fire exit gate e.g. push pad, with a protected surround to prevent operation and unauthorised access from the other side of the gate. Where this is not practical, ensure key to unlock gate is readily available at the final exit door from the building which leads to this external escape route. Key should be easily identified e.g. in break glass box, with occupants informed of its location and use.




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26

L

27 Car park area, workshop.

(FALLS & FALLING OBJECTS)

Storage racking not fitted with anti-tilt devices. Falling object hazard.

None.

1 1 L it anti-tilt devices to storage cabinets. Inform cabinet users in writing of possible hazards and requirement to open one drawer at a time and not overload upper drawers / shelves.

27

L




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(WORKPLACE SAFETY)

Incorrect storage of loose fluorescent tubes or bulbs. Potentially hazardous if tubes were to break.

None.

1 1 L Remove loose fluorescent tubes / bulbs and store them securely and horizontally. Place discarded / damaged tubes awaiting disposal in a 'coffin' or purpose built receptacle and dispose of as hazardous waste.




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5.0 ACTION PLAN The action plan which follows is a summary of all of the actions generated in section 4.2 above. This should enable you to prioritise the allocation of time and resources when scheduling the remedial action identified. To assist you, the following timeframes are suggested:

Risk rating Priority Action required Action completed

HIGH (H) 1 Immediately (24 hours) Within 1 month

MEDIUM (M) 2 Within 3 months Within 6 months

LOW (L) 3 Within 6 months Within 1 year

ADVISORY (A) 4 When practicable, or action relies on others

You should include a comment for every section. Remember “No action” is still a viable option, provided you can demonstrate that the action identified is not reasonably practicable to implement. This means that the cost of implementing the proposed action in terms of time, money and trouble far outweighs the benefit that will be achieved from it. Actions marked with a “*” are outstanding from the previous assessment.




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5.1 PRIORITY 1 ACTIONS

– WITHIN 24 HOURS

Hazard Ref

Location(s) Recommended action Comments Date complete

NONE IDENTIFIED


– WITHIN 3 MONTHS

Hazard Ref


1 Kendal Steps, 3rd floor, doors leading to West Rise (next to flat 53).

Park Steps, 3rd floor, next to flat 26.

Archery Steps, 3rd floor, next to flat 33.

Car park, door up to Archery Steps.

Ensure fire door closes fully and a tight seal is maintained. This can be achieved through: - adjusting self closing mechanism.

2 *

South Rise, 1st floor, outside flat 6.

North Rise, 4th floor, outside flat 21.

Stored items are to be removed and escape routes / common parts kept clear of all excess fire loading and stored combustibles.

3 North Rise, 2nd floor.

Undertake fire stopping works to penetrations (where cables / pipes pass through walls, floors or ceilings) to maintain suitable compartmentation and restrict fire / smoke spread capability.

4 Archery Steps, 2nd floor, above flat 18.

Confirm with tenant the fire resistance of the installed glazing. If deemed to be not fire resistant, board up glazed partition with suitable fire resistant materials or replace with fire resistant glass. Glazing should comply with Parts B and N of the Building Regulations and be tested to BS476-22, which defines minimum criteria for fire safety. This will maintain suitable compartmentation and restrict any fire from spreading to the rest of the property.




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Hazard Ref


5 *

Electrical intake, Archery Steps (car park).


Remove combustible items from electrical room and either dispose of or store in a designated storage area away from sources of ignition. Liaise with tenants / maintenance contractors regarding importance of good housekeeping in plant areas.



Undertake fire stopping works to penetrations (where cables / pipes pass through walls, floors or ceilings) to maintain suitable compartmentation and restrict fire / smoke spread capability.

7 *

Car park area, escape door leading to ground floor area of Kendal Steps.

Car park area, above exit doors (either side) leading up to South Rise.

Emergency lighting to be installed as per the requirements of the Workplace (Health, Safety & Welfare) Regulations 1992 / Article 14 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Emergency lighting units should be provided so that the following are illuminated in the event of power loss: - all fire exit doors; - hazardous plant and equipment needing isolation in event of an emergency.

8 *

External, pond areas.

Install barriers at base of all steps and slopes to prevent falls into water. Display hazard signage stating “Danger: deep water” and “No swimming”. Provide life buoys at strategic locations along edge of water.

9 General.

Undertake re-inspection of asbestos containing materials and update the asbestos register and management plan. Ensure any new asbestos containing material found is included on the register following confirmation by analysis.




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– WITHIN 6 MONTHS

Hazard Ref


10 Estates office, extinguishers.

West Rise, lift motor room.

Car park area, workshop.

Display sign above each fire extinguisher indicating its type and the class of fire it can be used on.

11 *

Electrical risers throughout, including car park areas.

Electrical intakes.

Car park area, numerous electrical installations.

External, electrical control box for access gates (main entrance).

Purchase and display electrical hazard warning signage on doors to electrical areas and installations in areas listed.

12 Upper floors, throughout.

Purchase and display signs stating “In the event of fire do not use lift” or similar. Signs should be displayed adjacent to lifts on each floor landing.

13 Kendal Steps, 3rd floor, fire doors either end (leading to stairwells).

Park Steps, 3rd floor, fire doors either end (leading to stairwells).

Hanover steps, 3rd floor, fire doors either end (leading to stairwells).

North Rise, 3rd floor, door leading to Hanover Steps.

Archery Steps, 3rd floor, fire doors either end (leading to stairwells).

Purchase and display sign on fire doors stating “Fire door keep closed” or “Fire door keep shut” or similar. Signs should be a blue coloured circle with white lettering.

14 Kendal Steps, 3rd floor, doors leading to West Rise.

Hanover Steps, 3rd floor, riser next to flat 44.

Install smoke seals / intumescent strips on fire doors or frames.




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Hazard Ref


15 Kendal Steps, 2nd floor, electrical riser (next to flat 35).

Replace missing conduit cover(s) so that all wiring is enclosed.

16 Park Steps 5th floor, next to single passenger lift.

Rising main outlets to be strapped and padlocked in closed position to prevent tampering.

17 *

North Rise, 5th floor.

Display warning sign stating “Mind your head”.

18 North Rise, all risers.

Undertake repairs to make safe the exposed electrical wiring / connections.

19 *

Car park area, numerous locations.

Repair uneven / damaged floor surface, ensuring a level finish.

20 Car park, numerous locations.

Repair and secure drainage channel covers, so that the areas are level and secure.

21 *


Car park area, opposite electrical intake for Archery Steps.


Car park area, next to electrical intake/workshop area (Kendal Steps).

Remove loose combustible items from covered car park and either dispose of or store in a designated storage areas e.g. locked metal cabinets. Liaise with tenants regarding importance of good housekeeping in common areas.

22 *


Purchase and install rubber insulating matting beneath electrical installations. Alternatively, any person required to work on these installations is to be instructed (in writing) to provide their own rubber matting. The managing agent should ensure suitable rubber matting is available when access is permitted.

23 *



Provide carbon dioxide fire extinguisher for this area. Mount on wall and provide signage to indicate its type and use. Alternatively, visiting contractors required to work on these installations are to be instructed (in writing) to provide their own carbon dioxide extinguisher.




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Hazard Ref


24 *


Clear all stored tyres from external areas or store securely to prevent unauthorised access. Liaise with tenants regarding safe waste disposal arrangements.

25 *


External, next to West Rise (2 locations).

Refit / replace drain cover ensuring it is secure and level with surrounding ground.

26 External, gates within garden area (front).

External, gate to exit estate next to Archery Steps.

Install panic style opening device on fire exit gate e.g. push pad, with a protected surround to prevent operation and unauthorised access from the other side of the gate. Where this is not practical, ensure key to unlock gate is readily available at the final exit door from the building which leads to this external escape route. Key should be easily identified e.g. in break glass box, with occupants informed of its location and use.


it anti-tilt devices to storage cabinets. Inform cabinet users in writing of possible hazards and requirement to open one drawer at a time and not overload upper drawers / shelves.


Remove loose fluorescent tubes / bulbs and store them securely and horizontally. Place discarded / damaged tubes awaiting disposal in a 'coffin' or purpose built receptacle and dispose of as hazardous waste.

5.4 PRIORITY 4 (ADVISORY) ACTIONS

– WHEN PRACTICABLE (OR RELIES ON OTHERS)

Hazard Ref


NONE IDENTIFIED

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