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mootoppers  
#1 Posted : 17 September 2010 16:09:10(UTC)
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mootoppers

Dear All I have been asked to assist our Estates Bursar in advising on suitable intervals for PPM for a large, multi building site (lots of old buildings and a few new) and to be perfectly honest I don't know where to start! I am starting to find out that we have had the odd 'bit fall off' one or two of the buildings and the PPM has been sadly lacking over the last few years (I only started in the role 5 weeks ago) Any assitance in this would be extremely kind of you - paperwork, as ever, would be vastly useful. My role is growing by the minute and I'm keen to avoid re-inventing the wheel if at all possible.
mootoppers  
#2 Posted : 20 September 2010 08:29:46(UTC)
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mootoppers

Anybody?
mikecarr  
#3 Posted : 20 September 2010 08:54:38(UTC)
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mikecarr

What sort of PPM's?. Fabric maintenance or mechanical & electrical type?
PhilBeale  
#4 Posted : 20 September 2010 11:21:52(UTC)
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PhilBeale

I would have thought the logical step would be to go through each building listing any areas that need attention or repairs carried out to work out what state each building is in and prioritise the work based on greatest risk. you need to ensure things like fire alarm testing, extinguisher inspection, PAT and fixed electrical inspection are carried out. either look at getting a surveyor or builder in to advise on work that requires attention if your not sure yourself. But i think it would be a case of working out what state the building are in now then working out a long term and short term schedule of works that are required. also what work isn't carried out immediately could cause more expensive problems later (example leaking roof maybe £250 for quick repair but could save ceiling collapsing if it gets wet. paper work wise i would have thought something very simple where you can record the building the issue found what work is required and approximate cost and priority just a basic list why do you need more than this? When you say the odd bit fall off what do you mean. i would get out and start doing a walkabout and work on a plan of action if you have a maintenance manager or someone who has been looking after the site then get them on board or even a friendly builder the company uses. Phil
Safety Smurf  
#5 Posted : 20 September 2010 11:25:28(UTC)
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Safety Smurf

The word 'Bursar' raises an eyebrow. Have you got any sleeping accommadation within your remit? If so, I'd consider looking at the ppm on the active fire controls first.
mootoppers  
#6 Posted : 20 September 2010 14:22:45(UTC)
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mootoppers

Many thanks all. I meant to say that I'm looking at the fabric of the buildings themselves (such as brickwork, pointing, roof etc) I already have a handle on the small matters of fire etc, but not surprised that you pointed it out as my description was rather cryptic - sorry! Thanks Phil. I think this one I may have to hand over.
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