Objectives of Building Safety Audit are:
- Identify the hazards in electrical, fire and other life safety issues at all locations in the premises
- Understand the existing safe practices followed in the premises
- Identify gaps in control measures with respect to National / International standards and practices applicable to the premises.
- Make recommendations for improvement in the premise.
Scope of Building Safety Audit is:
Safety Management System |
Fire Prevention & Protection |
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Operations & Maintenance |
Electrical Installations |
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Emergency Preparedness |
Security System |
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Standards / Rules to be adopted:
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National Building Code of India, 2005
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TAC Standards for Fire Protection
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NFPA 70 E and B for Electrical Safety in Workplaces
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Indian Electricity Rules / CEA Regulations
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National Electric Code
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NFPA 101 — Life Safety Code
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All applicable Indian Standards on Fire and Electrical Safety
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Good Management Practices
Methodology adopted in carrying out the Safety Audit:
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Pre-Audit Data Request
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Opening Meeting to explain the objective, scope & methodology of the study
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Site Walkthrough
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Site Study
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Discussions with Site Personnel
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Study of Records
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Presentation of Salient Findings at site.
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Submission of Report