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 →
Review DDS is committed to delivering a quality and robust solution for our Clients and as such operates a process of continual improvement and review as part of our ISO9001 Quality Management System. This means that the project will be continuously monitored from the outset, through until successful completion as follows: Preparation Stage up and agree key milestones and activities.… read more →
Fire Safety Risk Assessment As previously identified fire safety risk assessments will be completed, based on PAS79:2012 NSi BAFE SP205-Part 1 approved templates. For each template / property visited fire safety risk assessors will be allocated a target time to complete the survey in full and then write up the subsequent report. This is intended to be an average time;… read more →
Project Management The DDS Project Manager role is critical to the success of this project and provides an important interface “on the ground” between the following parties: It is envisaged that the Project Manager will be responsible for the following: Ensuring NSi BAFE SP205 Quality Standards In conjunction with Client project management team select Fire Safety Risk Assessors to be… read more →
Preparation (including PYRAMID™ set up) Meet with Client representatives. Establish / understand policies for each property category including: Fire safety policy and procedures Training policy Maintenance and testing regimes (e.g. PPM, Gas, Electricity, P.A.T., Fire) Responsible Persons / Competent Persons. Establish correct contact details for each property category and building security access. Establish correct contact details for the Client project… read more →
Introduction The purpose of this document is to clearly set out how DDS proposes to implement and successfully deliver a quality Fire Safety Risk Assessment programme. Successful Outcomes On Time (each FRA delivered hard copy and soft copy within 7 working days) On Budget (FRA works completed within the budget constraints of contract) Queries (resolved within 2 working days) Summary… read more →
DDS International recently had the pleasure of visiting the Falkland Island to carry out health and safety consultancy work to review the Health, Safety and Environmental compliance of one of our clients. This article is an insight into the trip including pictures (please use the slider at the top of this post to see all the pictures) and also an… read more →
Client Description A delivery and warehousing specialist based in Sittingbourne, Kent Scope of Works Implement the necessary health and safety and fire safety procedures to stay compliant with UK laws and regulations. Solution Due to the scope of the client’s needs this was an ideal opportunity to implement a complete health and safety management system that was specific to the… read more →
Client Description A charity who provide care and support to children with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions and their families across Kent, South East London and East Sussex. The charity has a branch in our home town of Sittingbourne in Kent. Scope of Works Carry out health and safety audits of their eighteen locations and keep their staff and volunteers trained… read more →
Client Description Luxury 5 star service boutique hotels located in London, England. Scope of Works Create a partnership with a health and safety consultancy company to implement the necessary management systems to stay compliant with health and safety, fire safety and food safety laws and regulations. Solution This client has access to the PYRAMID™ Risk Management system which was first… read more →
