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An electrical fire hazard

An electrical fire hazard

One of our M&E Clerk of Works identified this electrical hazard on a recent project. Spades should be in contact with the earth bar. If there was a fault it

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Safety matters…this fire damper was not supported or fire sealed

Safety matters…this fire damper was not supported or fire sealed

One of our Site Inspectors noticed that the fire damper was not supported or fire sealed. This means that the fire compartment is compromised and the spread of the fire

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Cavity ties defect

Cavity ties defect

It is never acceptable to have missing cavity ties on any construction project, as this can result in wall collapse, posing significant safety risks. We take these defects seriously, and

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Plug socket defect

Plug socket defect

This defect, which shows poor co-ordination, is a common issue that our Clerks identify on a regular basis. Our Site Inspectors are on site to spot a variety of different

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A day in the life of a Building Quality Site Inspector

A day in the life of a Building Quality Site Inspector

The role of a Building Inspector A day in the life of a Building Quality Site Inspector Quality Site Inspectors, also known as Clerks of Works are an essential part

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Inspection chamber

Inspection chamber

Inspection chambers are to allow access to the drains, but looking at this one we aren’t sure how we would be able to inspect using this one?

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Inaccessible inspection chamber

Inaccessible inspection chamber

A fence has been positioned across this inspection chamber, rendering it entirely inaccessible; however, it is clear that this issue requires immediate rectification.

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Bad joints in stone work

Bad joints in stone work

This wall does not exhibit an acceptable standard of appearance. Inadequate joints in the stonework may result in future complications and delays in your construction project if not identified and

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Poor workmanship

Poor workmanship

We highlight a variety of different types of defects and this one is a beauty. We are unsure who has fitted the tap so closely to the mirror making it

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