Project scope:
Due to a change in insurance requirements relating to the fire resistance of the cold store construction material, it was found that the insulation did not meet modern fire regulations. The client required the dismantling and disposal off site of the redundant cold store but needed the structure to be retained for reuse.
Health & Safety:
Site and project specific Risk Assessments were undertaken in the development of the project Health & Safety Plan. Site and project specific Method statements were prepared following evaluation of risks. Method Statements were made available to the Client for comment prior to action. The final method was assessed against the day-to-day activities of the busy site, taking into consideration such issues as working at height and within a busy storage facility with limited working area, and led to a project plan and time scale to suit all parties involved.
Client – Contractor Communication:
Due to the ongoing business on site and the limited working area a high degree of contractor/client client liaison had to be maintained during the project. Frequent meetings were held at all levels (ranging from management to toolbox talks with the site operatives) to ensure that an adequate flow of essential information was provided. This ensured that the highest Health, Safety and Environmental standards were maintained.
Outcome:
Validation of the project’s compliance to SHE legislation was essential for the future development of site. All relevant information required by the Planning Supervisor/Coordinator was efficiently supplied allowing the completion of the Health & Safety File (including full traceability of all materials arising).
