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    An informative guide to the specification of plasters and renders: Or the basic steps to getting plastered (1995)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 12-17 
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    ISSN: 0263-080X
    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Provides basic steps and general guidelines for the correct use ofplaster and render. Includes suggestions of several preparationsavailable to aid this process.
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    URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000003967
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    Sealed expansion vessels: a review of current practice (1995)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 18-21 
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    ISSN: 0263-080X
    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Reviews the application and design of systems using sealedexpansion vessels from circa 1967 to the present day, incorporating alltypes of systems. Discusses the fundamental differences andcharacteristics between open vented and sealed expansion vessel systems,and also the attitudes of water authorities to both commercial anddomestic systems. Compares this with other western countries.Investigates whether there have been any inherent disadvantages of usingsealed systems and concludes by considering current appropriate Britishstandards and codes of practice together with the terminology used insome instances, which tend to create unfavourable impressions of sealedsystems.
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    High rise refurbishment: a brave new world or old problems recycled (1995)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 22-24 
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    ISSN: 0263-080X
    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Government funding is directed towards the refurbishment ofrun-down high-rise blocks and estates of local authority housing throughEstate Action. While glossy annual reports advertise excellent results,what independent evidence is there to support the policies recommendedby PEP and Estate Action? The number of follow-up surveys is extremelylimited. When the sums of money spent annually through Estate Action areconsidered, this unaccountability is surely not acceptable.Additionally, on a local scale, individual local authorities should takethe time to discover whether or not their schemes have been assuccessful with the tenants as they were intended to be and to ensurethat any feedback is incorporated into future projects. Tenant surveysof two refurbished high-rise tower blocks have been undertaken. Theintention was to determine the levels of tenant satisfaction andrelative success of the two schemes. Were these schemes an effective andefficient use of funds? Have they solved at least some of the wide rangeof problems which tower blocks such as these typically experience?Additionally, estate managers were interviewed to determine their viewson the relative success of each scheme. Have these schemes indeedmanaged to "improve the quality of life of run down housingestates through refurbishment, tenant/ management initiatives andpartnerships with the private sector..." (Sir George Young, 1985speech as Minister for Housing and Planning, launching the Urban Housingand Renewal Unit (UHRU) later to become Estate Action).
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    The English House Condition Survey: past, present and future (1995)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 28-29 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: The first English House Condition Survey (EHCS) was carried out in1967. It was repeated in 1971, and since that time there has been asurvey every five years. The scale and complexity of the survey, thetechnical methods employed and the extent of its use by the Departmentof the Environment and other government departments have changeddramatically since the early days. Describes the history of the surveyand documents how EHCS has grown with increasing understanding of thehousing system, both leading and responding to concerns of the day. Alsodescribes how it has continually strived to improve its methods andmeasuring tools to match the demands for more detailed, accurate andreliable information.
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    Adhesion of tiles for external cladding (1999)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 12-17 
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    ISSN: 0263-080X
    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: This paper highlights the significance of environmental effects and movements on the performance of tile adhesive. Discusses the selection of the appropriate tile adhesive for outdoor applications where the adhesive is subjected to thermal and moisture movements. The study has shown that the effect of temperature during and after application on the development of bond strength is significant. It was shown that adhesive with approximately 50 per cent of the water replaced by a polymer latex has the most consistent performance in the achievement of bond strength. Adhesive with 100 per cent of the water replaced by a polymer latex was found to dry up too rapidly to allow sufficient time for the adhesive to interact with the substrate at the adhesive/substrate interface. The results reflect the importance of a proper mix design, especially when work has to be carried out in hot and dry weather.
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    The use of thermography for the detection of external finishes defects of buildings in Hong Kong (1999)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 22-26 
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    ISSN: 0263-080X
    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Infrared thermography is said to be a technique that can detect external finishes defects. However, there exist numerous parameters that can affect the accuracy of this technique. Its use should be subject to strict control and the results cannot be considered as conclusive. This paper discusses the complications of the thermal signature and the possible procedures when carrying out the survey. It also indicates that such a technique may be useful to the building control authority for mass-screening of a large batch of buildings to justify the issuance of statutory orders.
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    A guide to the Internet and World Wide Web (1999)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 36-41 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Describes the historical development of the Internet and World Wide Web as an information resource. Provides a guide for browsing, searching and capturing data and identifies some of the potential problems in accessing sites.
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    Building defects in Singapore: aspects in tort (1999)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 221-226 
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    ISSN: 0263-080X
    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Reviews the application of the law of negligence as it has been applied in building defect cases in England. The application of English law by Commonwealth countries is then considered. The particular situation of Singapore (where Commonwealth rather than English precedents have been followed) is then discussed.
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    The conservation of historic buildings in Britain and The Netherlands: a comparative study (1999)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 227-230 
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    ISSN: 0263-080X
    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Britain and The Netherlands both have a large stock of historic buildings dating from pre-Roman to modern. Both provide some degree of state funding and each has a series of national bodies that concern themselves with historic building preservation both by the allocation of grants and the awarding of special "listing" status. In both cases the creation of societies to protect historic buildings dates to the second half of the nineteenth century. Despite these similarities, there are substantive differences in the current approach to the preservation of historic buildings. In terms of government intervention The Netherlands employs a far more localised approach than is found in Britain. Tax deduction and government subsidies provide a substantial incentive to building maintenance in contrast to the British laissez faire approach. The private sector in The Netherlands also contrasts substantively with that of Britain. Most conservation work is undertaken by a relatively small number of large firms who belong to a close-knit federation, in contrast to the British approach of a large number of small firms operating in a free market.
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    URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/02630809910302999
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    Strength development, deformation properties and mix design of pulverized fuel ash concrete (1995)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 7-11 
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    ISSN: 0263-080X
    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Discusses the properties of pulverized fuel ash (PFA) concrete bothin its fresh and hardened states, with emphasis on aspects which arerelevant to warmer localities such as Hong Kong. Sufficient researchevidence, including surveys of existing structures, have been reviewedto conclude that PFA, when used correctly and properly, has thepotential to enhance the performance of good concrete. Analyses thecontribution of PFA in the enhanced performance of concrete. Cautionsthat much of the enhanced performance depends on the microstructure ofthe concrete, which in turn depends significantly on a proper mixdesign, with or without PFA. Proposes that water reduction is adesirable property of PFA. However, considers it possible to accommodatePFA characteristics in the mix design and by the use of plasticizer toproduce good quality PFA concrete. Briefly discusses the characteristicsof Hong Kong locally produced PFA.
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    An introduction to lime (1995)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 4-5 
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    ISSN: 0263-080X
    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Advocates the use of lime in the repair of old buildings ratherthan the hard, but brittle, impervious materials used in cement mixestoday. Points out the advantages of lime in indoor and outdoor repairs.Describes the natural cycle of lime production and gives general advicenot only on how to use, store and identify the different types of limeon sale today, but also on the precautions to be taken when using lime.
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    Inspecting ventilation systems (1995)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 13-15 
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    ISSN: 0263-080X
    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Highlights the need to inspect ventilation systems, which willbecome a legal requirement for all workplaces from 1996. Beneficialreasons are given, including maintaining the health and efficiency ofemployees, maintaining the quality of the indoor environment, andprotecting the safety and efficiency of plant. Inspection should alsoform part of refurbishment schemes to ensure a clean and healthy indoorenvironment. Describes the practical application of borescopes andinspection vehicles along with detailed procedures for ductwork, filtersand fire dampers. Concludes with protective measures for inspectionpersonnel, employees, workplaces and equipment.
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    Small urban spaces (1995)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 21-25 
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    ISSN: 0263-080X
    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: The first of a series of articles, outlines how the urban landscapeevolved. Attempts to untangle the welter of legal controls through whichthe small-scale urban landscape is currently protected, including:listed features; features not within the curtilage of listed buildings;conservation area controls; and scheduled ancient monuments andarchaeological areas.
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    Moisture beneath suspended timber floors (1995)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 11-15 
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    ISSN: 0263-080X
    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Suspended timber floors are probably the most common form ofconstruction for ground floors in existing British housing, althoughthey exist in only a small proportion of newly built houses. If moisturebuilds up in the crawl space beneath the floor, wet or dry rot maybegin, leading to structural damage to the floor and foul smellsentering the living areas. The crawl space is ventilated by air bricksto prevent this happening, but this is often inadequate, and many housessuffer from damp conditions in the crawl space which are potentiallyharmful. These can be alleviated by increasing the ventilation, but theincreased flow of cool outside air beneath the floor leads to higherheat losses in winter. Examines the relationship between crawl spaceventilation rate and relative humidity.
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    Subsidence and the associated problems with reference to low-rise housing (1995)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 28-35 
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    ISSN: 0263-080X
    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Aims to investigate the problems of subsidence and theirimplications for domestic buildings by addressing a number of questions.What are the main causes of land subsidence? What is the potentialdamage of subsidence, and how can this be prevented and reduced? Whatare the financial and legal implications for all those involved? Lookscritically at the effect of subsidence due to coal mining on residentialproperties and the particular problems encountered by valuationsurveyors. Briefly examines the history and past operation of thecompensation system to assess its effectiveness. Finally, considers thefears inherent following privatization, along with future proposals.
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    The Latham Committee: latent defects liability and "build" proposals and insurance considerations for commercial, retail and industrial property (1995)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 13-15 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: The main issues arising from the considerations on latent defectsliability in the Latham Committee consultation paper pertain to: jointand several liability; limitation periods and prescription of actions;and transfer of clients' rights. The Government is reluctant to bringabout compulsory insurance and this is considered justifiable. Discussesthe reasons. It is considered that an improved voluntary system is theonly and better way forward. Positive steps should be taken by theGovernment to put in place equitable conditions under which a voluntaryand improved building users' insurance against latent defects cover canemerge.
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    Ensuring the long-term effectiveness of partial underpins (1995)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 23-27 
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    ISSN: 0263-080X
    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Consulting engineers have, in the recent past, had to investigatenumerous claims for subsidence damage to residential buildings on behalfof insurance companies and/or their loss adjusters. In most cases, theyhave had to repudiate the claim, institute a monitoring programme,specify minor repairs, or recommend that the afflicted property beunderpinned. Factors often taken into account in arriving at any one ofthe above decisions include: the history of the foundation movement; thecausative agent(s); the severity of the damage, and the likelihood ofprogressive movement. When underpinning is recommended, the engineeroften has to specify whether underpinning of the whole property isrequired or whether partial underpinning (i.e. restricting the underpinto only a part - usually the damaged part - of the property)would suffice. Partial underpins also automatically result when asemidetached, a mid-terraced or an endterraced property is underpinned.Addresses the long-term effectiveness of partial underpins. Reviews thecircumstances that may favour a partial underpin and, using previouscase histories, develops guidelines for ensuring the appropriaterecommendation of partial underpins as a long-term solution tosubsidence problems.
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    Wall-tie corrosion or sulphate attack: some aspects of diagnosis (1999)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 27-31 
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    ISSN: 0263-080X
    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: A number of local authority-built properties in the Aberdeen area were found to display evidence of horizontal cracking. An investigation carried out on one of these properties suggested that this damage resulted from sulphate attack of the mortar joints and it was assumed that this was the cause of damage in similar properties at the same location. However, this paper argues that wall-tie corrosion is a more probable cause of the damage evident in these properties. It is suggested that the only effective and reliable method to establish an incidence of cavity wall-tie corrosion is to carry out a direct inspection through the removal of a sample of ties.
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    The development of ground floor constructions: part 7 (underfloor heating) (1999)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 74-81 
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    ISSN: 0263-080X
    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Summarises the evolution of underfloor heating in buildings. Examines the main types of underfloor heating systems in ground floors. Discusses the pros and cons of this method of heating buildings. Shows that with the introduction of flow-applied screeds and plastic piping, as well as improved installation and control procedures, underfloor heating is making a comeback in a growing number of new-build schemes in the UK. However, this study indicates that it will be many years before universal confidence in the system is achieved.
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    Information modelling and integration in the construction industry: a novel approach (1999)
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    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 82-88 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: In order to improve efficiency and enhance the integration of information within the construction industry, it is necessary to establish an appropriate information structure using state of the art technologies. This paper reports on the modelling and integration of construction information within the context of integrated databases as a means of improving integration. The work is being undertaken by the OSCON (Open Systems for Construction) project at Salford University. The project aims to structure and model this information, providing a framework of information into which the modelling of different domains within the construction industry fits. The central idea in the establishment of the model is the ability to allow information to be viewed from different perspectives and different levels of abstraction depending on the requirements of the user. This leads to the necessity of integrating the models in order to permit the sharing of information. This paper also presents a model of transferring advanced technologies based on OSCON to the construction sector through lessons learnt from the research being undertaken.
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    Hoopsafe beams to rectify subsidence damage in low-rise buildings (1999)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 109-116 
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    ISSN: 0263-080X
    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Ground movement is responsible for over 60 per cent of structural defects in low-rise residential properties. Since 1971, insurance companies have been responsible for the significant rectification costs. Repair strategies are currently two-fold, being determined by whether or not the foundations are underpinned. The Hoopsafe system uses a grid of post-tensioned concrete beams, cast at foundation level, to restore the structural integrity of the property. The system can provide an alternative to traditional underpinning at an economic cost. Additional benefits include minimal disruption on site and short contract periods; the necessity for homeowners to vacate their properties is usually avoided. These benefits have been demonstrated by illustrative case studies. Professional consultants must consider all options to determine the most effective and appropriate repair technique. The Hoopsafe system can provide an alternative option in the selection process.
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    Conservation maintenance management - establishing a research agenda (1999)
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    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 143-153 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: This paper examines some of the key aspects of the process of maintenance management of the built cultural heritage. It is primarily based on responses to a questionnaire from a number of maintenance managers all of whom are responsible for significant stocks of historic buildings within their portfolios. The research identifies two types of organisation; "heritage focused" and "non-heritage focused". It examines differences in approach between them in the following key areas: aims and objectives of the organisation, the use of external consultants and condition surveys, prioritisation and costs. The paper identifies areas for further research. It also suggests that the identification of cultural significance embodied in the fabric of historic buildings and consideration of its vulnerability should be a prerequisite for determining approaches to maintenance management.
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    Dissatisfaction with stock condition surveys in social housing (1999)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 211-215 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: This paper arises from findings which emerged during the preparation of the Good Practice Guide to Maintenance Cost Forecasting. This Guide was commissioned by the Housing Corporation to assist Registered Social Landlords forecast the future maintenance costs of their stocks. It became apparent during the work that client experiences of stock condition surveys had been far from satisfactory. The surveys had often been carried out by professional surveyors and yet many had fundamental weaknesses in their specification, execution and use of data. The level of dissatisfaction expressed, coupled with recent evidence regarding the quality of domestic building surveys, should give cause for concern to the surveying profession. The paper identifies some causes of this dissatisfaction and suggests lessons that can be drawn from the experience. Further investigation is recommended into this crucial area of practice.
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    Effectiveness of ISO 9000 in raising construction quality standards: some empirical evidence using CONQUAS scores (1999)
    Bingley : Emerald
    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 89-108 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: To enhance and promote quality construction, the Construction Quality Assessment System (CONQUAS) was introduced in Singapore in 1989 to evaluate the quality performance of building contractors using numerical scores. Apart from the CONQUAS system, the ISO 9000 quality management standards were also introduced in the Singapore construction industry in 1991. Is there a relationship between certification to ISO 9000 standards and the achievement of higher construction quality standards as indicated by CONQUAS scores? As several years have passed since the introduction of the CONQUAS system and ISO 9000 in the Singapore construction industry, this paper aims to ascertain if the implementation and certification of quality management systems to ISO 9000 standards in construction firms has helped them to achieve higher construction quality standards through higher CONQUAS scores.
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    Radon and remedial issues (1999)
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    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 154-159 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: The Government has recognised the significance of exposures in houses to the natural radioactive gas radon and has over the past decade initiated various campaigns in conjunction with NRPB, BRE and local authorities to mitigate its effects. This article explains the principal features of the programme to reduce radon exposures in existing housing, which is based on encouraging occupiers to measure radon levels in their homes and publicising the availability of cheap and effective remedies. The important role is noted of professional groups such as surveyors in the housing market and detailed descriptions provided of the main methods of reducing radon levels and their suitability for particular buildings. The importance of raising radon awareness amongst professionals is noted and sources of further information are provided including technical reports on remedial measures.
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    Evaluation of defect influencing factors in public housing in the UK (1999)
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    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 170-178 
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    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: This paper sets out to analyse and interpret factors which bear upon building components and to explore underlying relationships among the number of building components forming a construction entity. The research hypothesis was set as follows: building surveyors do not agree in assessing the strength of each of design, construction, age, changing standards and vandalism as a causative factor for defects on building components. Previous studies have established the factors pertaining to defects in the building structure. What is in dispute is the extent to which these factors are important in causing defects. The objective of the study presented in this paper is therefore to assess the impact of each of five key factors - design, construction, standards, vandalism and age - on 28 selected building components with the aid of questionnaire information provided by 45 local authority building surveyors involved in the day-to-day diagnosis of defects in public housing stock. In so doing, the tangible influence of the factors in terms of how they affect defect causation in building components for the sample is established.
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    The development of ground floor constructions: part 8 (review and summary) (1999)
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    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 216-220 
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    Notes: Reviews the development of ground floor constructions. Explores the reasons for insulating the various types of ground floor constructions. Discusses the reasons for and methods of enhancing the thermal efficiency of floors. Shows that the earliest type of insulated floor was of lime concrete construction. Modern ground floors, whether suspended or ground-supported, must be insulated to an adequate level to achieve a more sustainable construction.
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    The role of human error in construction defects (1999)
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    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 231-236 
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    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: This paper reports research on the human error causes of defects, which has important implications for design professions involved in supervising new and refurbished building work. Modern thinking on human factors related to failures is beginning to stress managerial forces influencing the event rather than concentrating on the individual actions of a single error perpetrator. The current work develops this thinking and applies it to the problem of avoiding defects in construction. Field research involving a survey of construction industry practitioners, a statistical study of 23 house-building sites and a further series of unstructured interviews reveals that: managerial influences underlie many errors leading to defects; the "pathology" of error occurrence exhibits systemic characteristics, with errors high in the managerial chain having a noticeable influence on errors committed by operatives; and the emphasis placed by publications on correct technical solutions is misplaced and factors related to managers (such as better management training and education) should be given greater emphasis.
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    Part L and energy rating applied to UK housing (1995)
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    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 26-32 
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    Notes: Examines the new energy regulation proposals set out in the revisedApproved Document Part L of the 1995 Building Regulations. Assesses theways in which the New Requirement L1 calls for better standards ofbuilding fabric insulation, improved space heating and hot watercontrols and the limitation of heat loss. Also considers the morestringent method of calculating U-values and the attention given tolimiting air infiltration and potential thermal bridging effects aroundwindows, doors and other openings. Discusses the equations from theBuilding Research Establishment Domestic Energy Model (BREDEM) used tocalculate the space and ventilation heating requirements of a dwelling,together with a rationale for using a two-zone model. Assesses theconcept of an "energy label" and how this can be expandedusing software tools to give estimates of fuel use to an accuracy of±10 per cent with cost benefits of increased insulationstandards.
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    Sick building syndrome - the real facts - what is known, what can be done (1995)
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    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 5-8 
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    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Lists groups to be considered at the start of a building project inorder to improve internal air quality. Provides several symptoms of sickbuilding syndrome, as described by the World Health Organisation, anddetails some regulations and certain recommendations as to the originaldesign. Considers some common indoor and outdoor pollutants, andconcludes that the workforce should contribute to a healthy environmentby reporting to management when dissatisfied.
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    Railings (1995)
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    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 16-21 
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    Notes: The second part of the "Small urban spaces" seriescompares and contrasts the qualities of wrought iron, cast iron andsteel railings, from both the aesthetic and the practical point of view.Describes the composition and method of manufacture of the three typesof iron. Suggests the best methods of preservation, conservation andrepair for each type.
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    Traditional crafts updated: thatching and cob (1995)
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    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 4-12 
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    Notes: Thatch roofs are an important part of our heritage. Describes thehistory of thatch, the fire precautions necessary, its thermalproperties and life span. Many thatch roofed properties are supported bycob walls. Describes the history of cob walls, the repair of existingcob walls, new work and the building regulations. Suggests that theGovernment should give more incentive to the use of thatch and cobwalls, both for the purposes of construction and to keep alive the ruralcrafts associated with them.
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    The new face of building control (1995)
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    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 21-22 
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    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Discuss the new face of building control which has led to a newbreed ot building control surveyor. Argues that the focus has becomemore centred on the customer in conjunction with the new managementculture. This has also led to an improvement in quality and value formoney.
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    Legal liability for tree root damage (1999)
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    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 6-11 
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    Notes: Highlights the importance, when undertaking survey work, of being aware of the potential damage to property from encroachment by tree roots. Reviews the general principles and legislation, citing specific cases of liability for damage, the question of foreseeability, other contributory factors and remedies.
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    BREEAM provides new and growing opportunities for work for building surveyors (1999)
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    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 18-21 
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    Notes: Recent years have seen a growth in the importance afforded to environmental issues, including the environmental aspects of property. One manifestation of this growth is the emergence of the Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM) developed by the Building Research Establishment (BRE). Using a limited research vehicle, this paper examines the basic requirements for a BREEAM assessment and the skills required to undertake such an assessment. It compares these skills with those held by building surveyors and considers whether building surveyors are sufficiently well placed to offer BREEAM assessments as part of their portfolio of services. The conclusion is that BREEAM assessments do represent a potential market opportunity which merits consideration.
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    Contractual and statutory liability for building defects in Singapore (1999)
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    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 32-35 
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    Notes: Singapore and the UK share the same common law heritage. English law was imported into Singapore through the colonisation of the island in the nineteenth-century. Singapore law developed in a similar manner to English law, subject to exceptions to reflect the different ethnic and religious identity of Singapore. It is not true to say that English law and Singapore law are identical, despite their common law roots. Since the passing of the Application of the English Law Act in 1993, English statutes are no longer automatically followed in Singapore; however, English common law principles reflected in case law continue to be important. This paper looks at applications in contract law of key areas relating to building defects, such as materials, workmanship and design, in the context of contract law in Singapore.
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    Liability for reporting on system built properties - an update (1999)
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    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 237-241 
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    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: This article discusses a surveyor's responsibility when reporting upon a system built property for mortgage valuation purposes. Recently the Court of Appeal has confirmed that a surveyor was negligent in not recommending further investigation prior to purchase. However conflicting views were expressed by the members of the Court of Appeal regarding the measure of damages payable and these are considered.
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    Partnerships: a new management tool for the next decade (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 13-18 
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    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Examines two aspects of facilities management work: the degree ofcustomization involved in professional services; and the skills neededin face-to-face interaction with a client. Suggests that these requirehighly-skilled individuals to provide an effective service. Concludesthat developing a partnership relation should be based on trust.
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    Network technology: potential applications within facilities management (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 8-12 
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    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Investigates information as the most important resource of thefacilities manager. Proposes that without up-to-date, accurateinformation, facilities managers would not be able to functioneffectively. Considers the role of information technology in thisprocess. Examines some of the benefits of network technology for thefacilities manager. Concludes that networking technology is altering theway that facilities management operates in practice, indicating that itis a positive innovation.
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    Post-occupancy evaluation: how to make buildings work better (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 19-28 
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    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Post-occupancy evaluation (POE) is a diagnostic tool and systemwhich allows facility managers to identify and evaluate critical aspectsof building performance systematically. This system has been applied toidentify problem areas in existing buildings, to test new buildingprototypes and to develop design guidance and criteria for futurefacilities. Outlines the numerous benefits of POE, including betterspace utilization, as well as cost and time savings. Describes aconceptual framework and evaluation data-gathering techniques. Presentsexamples of the outcomes of a case study POE on a medical facility.Highlights the primary effect of a POE database development project onFM software and summarizes the outcomes of an IFMA Pilot Survey onAcademic Facility Performance Feedback.
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    Knowledge-based FM: managing performance at the workplace interface (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 7-11 
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    Notes: Argues that the majority of facilities managers are not supportedadequately in their roles of analyst, adviser and educator. The newbreed of facilities manager who works at the interface between anorganization's core and its workplace infrastructure needs a new form ofperformance knowledge. Organizations which can provide this will have acompetitive advantage over those which cannot.
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    The IAQ challenge to facility management: healthy buildings through affordable indoor air quality programmes (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 12-20 
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    Notes: Lists proposed regulations for governing indoor air quality (IAQ)in the USA. Outlines various health problems caused by IAQ, making adistinction between building-related illness and sick building syndrome.Discusses factors which affect IAQ.
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    System kitchens: improving catering quality and value for money in HM Prison Service (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 21-25 
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    Notes: Discusses the new commercial status of the Prison Service under therecent governmental reforms introducing market forces into the service.Looks specifically at catering in prisons. Uses case studies toillustrate.
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    Are you sitting comfortably? (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 26-27 
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    Notes: Reiterates the salient points of the regulations set out by theHealth and Safety Regulations governing display screen equipment andwhat effect these have on office seating furnishing.
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    Is innovation possible, or even imperative, for facility management? (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 6-16 
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    Notes: Argues that all TQM strategies have a finite life cycle and thatthinking on quality is beginning to meet its limits. Asks how youmotivate employees for yet another process of change. Discusses the roleof the facilities manager and of education.
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    A progressive resolution method for the evaluation of large building stocks (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 17-20 
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    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Explains that, in the past, most building evaluation efforts havefocused on the detailed analysis of single buildings and their specificoccupancy patterns. However, detailed and exhaustive studies may not befeasible for large-scale and time-constrained building evaluations inthe case of organizations such as government agencies and majorindustrial corporations. In order to play a critical role in theorganizational strategy, facility decisions not only need to beefficient but also should be closely aligned with the strategic focus ofthe organization. Proposes a "progressive resolution method"as an effective decision support method for the rapid classification andselection of buildings for organizations with a large building stock.
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    Corporate partnering in facilities management (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 21-26 
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    Notes: Discusses the concept of partnering as a term which has recentlyemerged into common usage, without much clarity as to its correctmeaning. Defines the concept as moving away from the earlier adversarialrelationship in which both work together to their mutual advantage.Identifies the keys to success and the possible dangers; also identifiesthe role of the facilities manager in introducing this new way ofworking.
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    Changing roles and responsibilities in health-care facilities management (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 11-15 
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    Notes: Reviews the changing roles, needs and responsibilities inhealth-care facilities management, by examining challenging keyelements, such as contracting out; patient care and quality managementsystems. Suggests that a sharper focus is needed on patient care andthat the solution lies in the development of a commercial partnership.Offers possible formats for such a partnership to take.
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    Redefining strategic facilities planning (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 16-24 
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    Notes: Reports on a comprehensive study of the real estate and facilitiesgroups of 20 US organizations. Reviews character, growth, age, financeand structure for example. Offers facilities issues as critical inaffecting investment decisions, operational efficiency and culturalattitudes, which in turn can create a comprehensive view of thecorporate condition. Argues that this gives a broad view of theorganization and insight for today's needs and tomorrow's limitations.
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    Precise monitoring of public buildings (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 25-27 
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    Notes: Reviews the approaches to managing Merry Hill Centre, the secondlargest shopping centre in Europe which presents problems in standardsof maintenance and customer comfort, particularly when reducing energyconsumption forms part of the management equation. States that a strictregime of monitoring and targeting has shown that exceptionally highstandards of maintenance can be achieved, together with energy savings,and all to the benefit of Merry Hill's 260 retail outlets and 25 millioncustomers.
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    Floor-based air conditioning offers major long-term benefits (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 20-21 
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    Notes: Reviews forms of air conditioning in buildings. Argues thatceiling-based systems have their disadvantages and that the best way toprovide a comfortable and healthy working environment, that is alsoflexible, is the underfloor route. Points to a recent study, whichreveals savings in direct costs as a result of using underfloor airconditioning.
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    Dissatisfaction and office productivity (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 13-19 
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    Notes: Examines the question of whether people's productivity in officesis affected by environmental conditions, such as heat, lighting,ventilation and noise. Findings point to individuals' perception thatuncomfortable working conditions affect their productivity. However,difficulties in measurement of tasks and study being too small andunrepresentative lead to uncertain conclusions. Outlines features ofbest possible buildings and suggests they will contain satisfied andproductive occupants.
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    The relationship between electronic and face-to-face communication and its implication for alternative workplace strategies (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 20-27 
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    Notes: Many individuals who have no or limited experience of usingelectronic communication technologies (ECTs), e.g. telephone, fax,voice, and e-mail are concerned that media like e-mail are a limited, ifnot poor, way of communicating, and that they cannot replaceface-to-face communication. Reports on research examining how relativelysophisticated ECT users use ECTs to communicate, and how electroniccommunication may affect face-to-face communication. Finds that ECTs aremost effective in the administrative stages of a project rather than inthe initial conceptualizing stages or final project wrap up and is theprimary form of communication between co-workers. Discusses theimplications for workplace strategies that involve remote work.
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    Calculating occupiable floor area: a North American initiative (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 17-72 
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    Notes: In North America, occupant groups and tenants have traditionallyused usable area, as defined by the Building Owners and ManagersAssociation, to state their requirements for the amount of floor areathey will need in office buildings. However, occupant groups and tenantsmay encounter planning difficulties prior to move-in, and thus not"fit" into their newly acquired spaces. Identifies andreviews two methods used in North America, the quick estimation methodand the computer-aided design/facility management method, to determinethe amount of occupiable area (the amount of floor area that can beeffectively used to lay out furniture and equipment). Explains how eachmethod can be used to ascertain the amount of floor area actuallyrequired to eliminate the "squeeze" caused, for example, bythe building geometry and grids, and space taken up by columns,projections and obstructions. Discusses the comparative advantages anddisadvantages of the two methods.
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    Computer-aided building condition survey (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 23-27 
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    Notes: Considers the impact of information technology (IT) applications onone important aspect of property asset management at a strategic level:the management of information arising from the development of propertyregisters and building condition appraisal for large estates. Explainsthe potential productivity and cost savings which can be achieved froman IT approach, and appraisal of large estates in the public and privatesectors in the UK. Addresses owners of large property stock faced withproblems of handling vast amounts of building related data, andadvocates an IT database approach. The hardware and software solutionsfor the development and management of property databases and strategiccondition appraisals already exist. A clear understanding of their costsavings potential is less apparent. Aims to heighten this awareness toproperty owners and managers of large property estates.
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    Ergonomics is good for business (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 18-25 
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    Notes: Looks at ergonomics and its' scope and complexity of programmes.Its distinguishing features are both its interdisciplinary nature andits systems approach to the human work relationship. Ergonomics draws onnumerous scientific and human-related disciplines to obtain information.
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    The evaluation of lease investment opportunities: a decision-support methodology (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 1-7 
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    Notes: Looks at how the developments in the leasing industry, namely theincreased competition, lower profitability, changes in tax laws andrapid technological advances, all have contributed to the increase inthe number of companies getting out of the leasing business.
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    Improving our contribution to the construction process (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 26-28 
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    Notes: Discusses relationships between services engineer teams andsuggests that services engineers need to look again at theircontribution to the new industry order now emerging.
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    Protecting buildings from explosions (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 5-10 
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    Notes: Describes the ways in which commercial buildings can be protectedfrom explosive devices, and a variety of modern methods which are costeffective and successful. Analyses major threats from terrorists andcriminal gangs who target facilities, and lists the four steps ofexplosive management. Also provides detailed information on thedifferent kinds of glass, doors, walls, floors, etc., that should beinstalled for a safer building. Finally, outlines mandatory buildingrequirements.
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    Risk and crisis management in facilities: emerging paradigms in assessing critical incidents (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 11-14 
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    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Provides an analysis of why facility managers need to have riskmanagement in the business world today. Details how the risk manager'sduties differ from those of the crisis manager - while the riskmanager assesses potential incidents, the crisis manager actuallymanages a crisis environment. Discusses stockholder business and legalenvironments, then analyses the chemical waste management and crisisresponse requirements of different organizations.
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    Out of sight, out of mind: the limitations of traditional information systems planning (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 15-21 
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    Notes: Offers a crisis management critique of the information systems andcontingency planning literature and puts forward recommendations fordisaster recovery. The internal and hardware focus of disaster recoverypermits only partial examination of the causes of disasters and seeks totreat their effects or symptoms rather than to prevent them. Concludeswith a series of recommendations for information systems planners.Information systems crises should be perceived as the result of aninteraction between a number of internal and external factors.Preventing information systems crises, therefore, requires attention tocomplex system issues.
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    Disaster plan simulates plane crash into high-rise building (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 31-37 
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    Notes: A reprint of a classic article chronicles the simulated incident ofa plane crashing into the John Hancock Tower in Boston, Massachusetts.Recounts how the plan was developed and practised by the scenario team.Inclusion by the practice team of the local fire department andparamedics paralleled reality. The exercise demonstrated that the Tower,even with an emergency plan, needed stronger preparation. This waseffective because on 11 August 1992, an actual emergency occurred in thefacility and the building was prepared as a result of the simulation.
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    Risk of outsourcing - applying risk management techniques to staffing methods (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 38-44 
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    Notes: Advances the idea that many companies are trying not to hirepermanent employees, but instead are hiring temporary workers to reducecosts. By having temporary workers, however, new risks are assumed interms of facility management. Analyses employee leasing, contracting,temporary agencies, consultants and professional services, and explainsthe need to hold harmless agreements for vendors and workers.
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    Facility "wellness": health facilities management (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 45-48 
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    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Hospitals and health-care facilities are among the most complex,costly, and challenging buildings to design, construct and manage. Tobecome a health facilities manager of a hospital or other medical centrein the USA, one requires knowledge not only of how to manage people, butalso of how to deal with government agencies and all kinds ofregulations and inspections. The hospital facility must cope with theidea of being open 25 hours a day, and having staff to control 365 daysa year.
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    Embodied energy analysis of fixtures, fittings and furniture in office buildings (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 403-410 
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    Notes: The energy required to operate office buildings has been the focus of much research in the past three decades. There have been limited attempts to quantify the embodied energy consumed in construction. Some embodied energy studies have been relatively detailed. But the energy embodied in fixtures, fittings and furniture which is used by occupiers of buildings is rarely mentioned. The potential significance of the energy embodied in fixtures, fittings and furniture has yet to be established. Aims to establish the likely importance of the energy embodied in fixtures, fittings and furniture relative to other life cycle energy requirements of office buildings in temperate climates. Implementation actions are suggested for the optimisation of the energy embodied in fixtures, fittings and furniture used in buildings. Assists facility managers and businesses with their decision making with respect to the environmental impacts associated with energy use throughout the life cycle of their buildings.
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    Office spaces in São Paulo: post-occupancy evaluation of a high technology building (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 410-422 
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    Notes: The city of São Paulo, as one of the World's mega-cities, has considerably increased the quantity of commercial floor space recently, with around 160,000m2 added in this sector in 1998 and another 400,000m2 planned for 1999. For this post-occupancy evaluation (POE), the building chosen was a recently designed office building, considered to be high-tech which has a total of 34 floors including six underground levels, 1,033m2 of useful area per floor and circulation of more than 3,000 people per day. The unique situation of the different users, with their particular layouts, is an area that has still not been analyzed in POEs in Brazil. This paper will present the results of a pilot POE applied to four floors occupied by the headquarters of a manufacturer of domestic appliances, focusing on the methodological approach.
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    Evaluation of the engineer's personnel's role in enhancing the project constructability (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 423-430 
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    Notes: The engineer's personnel play a prominent role in enhancing the constructability of facilities design, construction and assessment. This paper is based on the constructability concepts identified by the Construction Industry Institute (CII) at Austin, Texas and represents and describes the constructability concepts in relation to the engineer's personnel. It discusses the role of each of them in enhancing constructability of facilities projects. A set of obligations has been concluded as an answer to the question of "How can the engineer's personnel enhance the project constructability?".
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    Empathetic design and post-occupancy evaluation (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 431-435 
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    Notes: This paper describes a case study evaluation of an innovative educational facility at the University of Reading, designed by the American modernist architect, Rick Mather. The paper presents some conceptual concerns regarding "inquiry" based evaluation and advocates the use of "empathetic" evaluation currently practised in other industries. Questionnaire based approaches throw little light on the impact of building design on new workplace practices currently being experimented with in intelligent office buildings. Empathetic evaluation may help to redress this.
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    Modelling total energy costs of sport centres (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 452-461 
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    Notes: Providing and maintaining safe and comfortable conditions in sport centres raises many issues, particularly cost. The paper gives an overview of the factors associated with sport centre servicing and attempts to highlight the governing factors associated with this, particularly energy costs. A total of 19 sport centres in the City of Liverpool in the UK are investigated, using data elicited from the Liverpool Leisure Services Directorate. The energy operating costs were analysed using statistical methods. Six models were developed to predict total energy costs. Testing and validation results showed a high level of model accuracy. The models would be of use to professionals involved in feasibility studies at the design stage.
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    An integrated resource management view of facilities management (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 462-469 
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    Notes: "Facilities management" (FM) has been described as a hybrid management discipline that combines people, property and process management expertise to provide vital services in support of the organisation. Attempts by academics and practitioners to define the scope and content of FM inevitably incurred the displeasure of some quarters of this emerging FM industry that has shown signs of rapid growth in North America, Europe, and Australia and New Zealand, and the Far East in the last two decades. This paper represents a personal view based on a study that covered a multi-sector survey of five industrial and commercial sectors in the UK in 1996. The focus of the research is to provide a business perspective to the role of operational facilities. One of the objectives of the research is to explain the need for strategic business planning to incorporate and, indeed, integrate the facilities dimensions of business delivery. Whilst conceptual in its presentation, there is increasing evidence that the views and models contained within this paper are worthy of serious consideration by practitioners in the field
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    Facilities management development in Hong Kong (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 470-475 
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    Notes: The area of facilities management (FM) has grown significantly in recent years. The principles of FM were initially developed in the United States and then exported world-wide. The UK and parts of Europe are beginning to reap rewards in terms of better industrial practices and efficiency. These have been made possible by the use of benchmarking and the identification of best practices; both within a particular industry and also outside them. FM has only recently been adopted in Asia. This paper will analyse the development of practice, research and education, particularly in Hong Kong. Comparisons will also be drawn between the Asian examples and the UK.
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    The perception of lighting quality in a non-uniformly lit office environment (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 476-484 
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    Notes: This paper presents the views of 16 fully sighted people who carried out typical office tasks under eight different lighting systems. This work is taken from a much larger study, primarily involved with the lighting of office tasks for visually impaired people. Non-parametric statistical tests show there are significant differences of opinion about the different lighting systems in terms of adequacy and comfort. Whilst there is a general trend in the results which suggest that increasing task illuminance and wall illuminance is preferred by the test subjects, other issues are identified which can influence aspects of lighting quality.
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    The impact of lecture theatre design on learning experience (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 231-236 
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    Notes: This exploratory research investigates the issues surrounding the impact of lecture facilities on the student learning experience. Given the growing administrative significance of lecturer/student ratios, room utilization and occupancy levels, the importance of the lecture facility in the academic programmes of universities is central. Facility function must have an effect on future design decisions in regard to both new build facilities and refurbishment projects. The better informed those decisions are, the greater the quality of the learning experiences taking place in them. The methodology and findings of a research project are considered. It was found that generic design criteria can form the basis for benchmarking facility performance.
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    Management-by-variance as a facilities management performance assessment technique (summary only) (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 230-230 
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    Notes: The need to establish key performance indicators for facilities management (FM) is well recognised. However, difficulties in establishing universally-accepted definitions of the FM function and its management process continue to confound the identification and application of a generic set of performance parameters. This paper describes the process of developing a management-by-variance tool for monitoring the performance of the FM function of a major financial services company. The dual problems of the absence of a standardised set of key performance indicators (KPIs) and the lack of existing data for performance evaluation were addressed using a Delphi group. The principle of management-by-variance is based on the monitoring and analysis of performance trends, which is done by monitoring changes in performance using a bespoke (rather than generalised) set of performance indicators. This paper describes the process of creating the pilot version of a management-by-variance tool in sufficient detail to allow the process to be replicated to create other sets of bespoke KPIs. The process and outcomes of the exercise to short-list, rank, and weight a finalised list of 23 KPIs are discussed. The KPIs are analysed in the context of the method of their selection, prioritisation and weighting for their intended custom application.
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    Facilities management and fire safety during alterations, changes-in-use, and the maintenance of building facilities - a management model for debate (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 377-391 
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    Notes: This paper reports some interim findings from organisational research into site fire safety which looks at the relevance of Contractor and Facilities Manager attitudes to safety as a component of the overall safety process. Presents a discussion on some of the practical problems associated with Facilities Managers managing the maintenance of fire safety during alterations works. Commences with an illustration of the Facilities Management context of site fire safety that draws upon a number of relevant fire events. It is intended to provoke a wider debate on the relevance of the Facilities Management role in protecting the business. A Project Safety Plan checklist is suggested for Facilities Managers, based on the authors' review of existing construction site fire safety guidance and codes of practice. Explores a broadening of the Facilities Management role, as interface manager, which in most cases of refurbishment and alterations will constitute the common managerial link to the core business.
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    Why involve design professionals in construction safety? (1995)
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    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 5-6 
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    Notes: Investigates the reasoning behind the CONDAM regulations which haverecently come into force. Posits that all surveyors, engineers andarchitects in the construction industry have a responsibility for healthand safety of both employees and the public. Concludes that the designercan play a key role in the reduction of accidents and thereby financialexpenditure.
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    "Jerry building" - surveyors' liability arising out of mortgage valuations (1995)
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    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 25-28 
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    Notes: Considers three cases decided in 1993 and 1994 relating to asurveyor's liability for failing to comment adequately on seriousdefects in properties when carrying out inspections and reports formortgage valuation purposes. In two of the cases the judges were soconcerned by the condition of the property as to describe itsconstruction as having been "jerry built". In each of thethree cases, a substantial award of damages was made against thesurveyors concerned although two of the awards were subsequently reducedon appeal. However, the findings of negligence against the surveyorswere upheld.
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    How do clients select a surveyor? (1995)
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    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 6-12 
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    Notes: Discusses how clients who are requiring a structural survey goabout the task of selecting and appointing the surveyor. Analyses theresults of a questionnaire to identify and measure the importance offactors taken into account by clients when selecting a surveyor.Concludes by recommending certain points to follow to assist surveyingpractices.
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    Estimating the elastic modulus of concrete made with artificially manufactured lightweight aggregates (1995)
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    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 16-20 
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    Notes: Discusses the results of a study of the moduli of elasticity ofconcretes made with artificially manufactured lightweight aggregatessubjected to uniaxial compression and uniaxial tension. Two artificiallymanufactured lightweight aggregates and one normal weight aggregate (forcomparison) were used in the investigation. Concrete mixes designed tohave compressive strengths varying from 20 MPa to 60 MPa were used inthis study. Presents the results of static and dynamic moduli ofelasticity, Poisson's ratio, ultrasonic pulse velocity, compressivestrength and tensile strength tests. Observes that the static modulus ofelasticity in tension is nearly equal to the static modulus ofelasticity in compression at a stress level of one-third the ultimatestress. Compressive modulus values are shown to be dependent on thestress level and type of modulus, i.e. either secant or tangent. On theother hand, the tensile modulus is not affected by the stress level. Themodulus of elasticity of lightweight aggregate concrete is about 60-70per cent of that of normal weight concrete. Compares the test resultsobtained in this study with research work carried out on otherlightweight aggregate concretes by other investigators. Also presentsthe relationships between static modulus of elasticity, dynamic modulusof elasticity, compressive strength, and Poisson's ratio, and equationsfor estimating elastic modulus and Poisson's ratio.
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    Fire retardancy and fire barriers for thatched roofs (1995)
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    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 9-10 
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    Notes: In the British Isles and Ireland each year many thatched roofs arelost owing to fire. This not only has implications for the safety of theoccupants of the dwelling, but also in many cases hundreds of years ofhistory disappear in smoke. This inherent risk with thatch leads tohigher insurance premiums. Two new fire retardants designed and testedfor use on thatched buildings have recently been introduced. One is awater repellent external retardant which can be sprayed directly on tothe surface of the roof, the other is designed for internal use and canbe sprayed on to the internal surface of the thatch and the supportingtimbers.
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    Basic diagnostic chemical tests for building surveyors (1995)
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    Structural survey 13 (1995), S. 22-27 
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    Notes: A significant part of many building surveyors' work is theinvestigation of building defects. In many cases a proper diagnosiscannot be made solely by visual means. Some building problems aredifficult to assess without the aid of instruments and further tests.Outlines some of the main simple diagnostic chemical tests that buildingsurveyors may wish either to undertake themselves or to instructspecialists to carry out as an aid to their diagnosis of defects.Although such tests are indicative, they are usually sufficient to allowa preliminary diagnosis in many building pathology cases.
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    Residential squares (1995)
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    Notes: The third part of the "small urban species" serieslooks at residential squares. Considers the historical back-ground ofresidential squares, the growth of the urban garden and pleasuregrounds.
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    Surveying the surveyors (1999)
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    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 65-73 
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    Notes: This research examines the perceived concern in the public arena about the quality of residential surveys and suggests a high rate of sub standard reporting within residential surveys. The Homebuyer form of report was used in a test of survey standards. A sample of ten surveyors examined the same house in controlled circumstances. Only one surveyor identified each of the three key defects within the property. The research considers the method of assessment of quality within surveys and reports upon the identification of defects and the levels of recognition. The research concludes that there is an unexpectedly high level of reporting that falls below an acceptable standard. Recommendations are made for the improvement of standards, an assessment of the skills required and the requirements for the education process for surveyors.
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    Death-watch beetle and its treatment (1999)
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    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 131-137 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Reviews EC funded "Woodcare" project conference held in London in September 1998. The research project studied the behaviour of the death- watch beetle and investigated why treatments had failed to eradicate the insect. An integrated pest management approach is advocated.
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    Survey of surveys: dampness (1999)
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    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 138-142 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Research is being carried out into the performance of surveyors undertaking a Homebuyer Report. The background to that research was published in Hollis, M. and Bright, K. (1999), Structural Survey, Vol. 17 No. 2. This paper is a sub-set of that work and deals with the public perception of survey standards relating to dampness, the duties of the surveyor, and the knowledge requirement for a surveyor working in 1999. It looks at the observation and the reporting of dampness within a sample of ten survey reports completed within a period of two weeks on the same house. The research concludes that there is an unexpectedly high level of reporting that falls below an acceptable standard. Recommendations are made for the improvement of standards, an assessment of the skills required and the requirements for the education process for surveyors.
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    A comparison of defects in houses constructed by owners and registered builders in the Australian State of Victoria (1999)
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    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 160-169 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: The lack of attention to quality control by house builders in the Australian State of Victoria has been a contentious issue for more than two decades. In an attempt to improve the quality of housing, various mechanisms have been adopted and discarded by industry-based organisations and government legislation. While builders are encouraged to improve construction quality, little is known and published about the quality of housing produced by owner builders. This paper presents findings from an ongoing research project that compares the defects in houses built by owner builders with those of registered builders. The initial findings suggest that there is no significant difference between the quality of housing procured by owner builders and registered builders. The functional elements within a house where defects are likely to occur are identified and discussed. The paper concludes by suggesting that the use of a registered builder's management expertise does not necessarily guarantee a better quality product.
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    Issues arising from computer-based recording of heritage sites (1999)
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    Structural survey 17 (1999), S. 200-210 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: This paper considers the value of using computer models to store, manage and illustrate records of historic buildings. The paper is based upon the research and development work carried out by a team at the University of the West of England (UWE) in building such a model. It considers some of the problems that were encountered and reflects upon the skills and resources necessary for its construction. Multiple media are now available for data acquisition and entry. More overt and explicit classification and codification of facts is necessary using computers. The chosen media and descriptors will enhance or limit the later use of such data. Few heritage organisations have achieved maturity in their use of computer-based information systems. Such use necessarily starts with acquisition of an archive of data but ought to proceed to being able to answer locational questions such as "where" and "when" and ultimately to the support of strategic analysis and "what-if" speculation. It is argued that both media and descriptors have to be chosen appropriately to support these longer term applications. This paper explores some options, discusses criteria for selection, and considers how organisations will need to collect, assemble and use data in order to construct such models.
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    Corporate real estate management practices in Europe and the USA: 1993 and 1994 surveys (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 10-16 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Summarizes the results of the 1993 and 1994 surveys of chief realestate officers from major organizations in Europe and the USA. Thesurvey was supported by the Industrial Development Research Council(IDRC) and the International Association of Corporate Real EstateExecutives (NACORE International), leading professional associationsconcerned with this field of professional activity. Emphasizes theknowledge or skills relevant to the corporate real estate managementfunction in the future, which are of paramount interest to theeducational institutions on both sides of the Atlantic. This includesthe educational organs of international organizations concerned withcorporate real estate, such as IDRC and NACORE, which play increasinglyimportant roles in the education of their members. Offers a useful toolin the international educational effort in corporate real estate.
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    Critical elements of a disaster recovery and business/service continuity plan (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 22-27 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Outlines ideas for a well-designed crisis plan applicable to manycorporations, institutions or government agencies. In the light ofnumerous community-wide disasters, as well as the singular disastersthat corporations, institutions, municipalities and government agencieshave suffered in the last few years, details disaster recovery needs.Also discusses issues of site assessment - whether or not abuilding is occupied, repairs, fire and water cleanup.
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    Evaluating contingency planning software: a checklist for recovery planners (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 28-30 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Provides a checklist for business recovery planning software tohelp buyers choose the correct equipment in which to invest. Using thisinformation will ideally eliminate purchase of unwanted software.Discusses type of data, security, word processing, online help, andcustomer services available.
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    Work area recovery planning: the key to corporate survival (1995)
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    Facilities 13 (1995), S. 49-53 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Describes the need for business continuity planning and explainsthe strategic importance of protecting critical business functions fromdisruption. Outlines the evolution of the disaster recovery industry,from simple provision of alternative mainframe computers to relocationof key personnel with restoration of sophisticated data/voice networks.Explains the essential phases of continuity plan creation andmaintenance. Defines work area recovery planning and describes a modelsolution. Substantiates the work area thesis with an overview of thecontingency arrangements of a key international division of a majorbank. Includes findings of and conclusions from an independentlyconducted survey of over 100 UK organizations interviewed on theircurrent business continuity arrangements.
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    The creation of a management-by-variance tool for facilities management performance assessment (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 31-53 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: The need to establish key performance indicators for facilities management (FM) is well recognised. However, difficulties in establishing universally-accepted definitions of the FM function and its management process continue to confound the identification and application of a generic set of performance parameters. This paper describes the process of developing a management-by-variance tool for monitoring the performance of the FM function of a major financial services company. The dual problems of the absence of a standardised set of key performance indicators (KPIs) and the lack of existing data for performance evaluation were addressed using a Delphi group. The principle of management-by-variance is based on the monitoring and analysis of performance trends, which is done by monitoring changes in performance using a bespoke (rather than generalised) set of performance indicators. This paper describes the process of creating the pilot version of a management-by-variance tool in sufficient detail to allow the process to be replicated to create other sets of bespoke KPIs. The process and outcomes of the exercise to short-list, rank, and weight a finalised list of 23 KPIs are discussed. The KPIs are analysed in the context of the method of their selection, prioritisation and weighting for their intended custom application.
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    Effects of facilities on Hong Kong supermarkets (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 54-59 
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    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Many factors can have an effect on the patronage turnover of retail stores. While there is a concentration on the more obvious aspects such as demography and site location, this paper examines the less publicised, but potentially important effects of in-store factors. The methodology and findings of a research project encapsulating in-store factors are discussed. It was found from the empirical evidence of the focus group, a supermarket chain in Hong Kong, that in terms of facilities, aspects of check-out counter provision and frequency of refurbishment provided the greatest explanation for changes in patronage turnover.
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    Managing change: facilities management at the Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 86-90 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Increasing budget constraints, the introduction of new clinical protocols and technologies, and changing community needs and expectations are changing Hong Kong's health care system. These unprecedented changes are creating powerful and urgent needs for many of Hong Kong's hospitals to explore alternative approaches to designing and managing their hospital environments. The paper starts by reviewing these changing conditions and then suggests that hospital facilities management professionals must think and act anew. The paper concludes that hospital administrators at the Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital in Hong Kong are responding to these corporate challenges by developing a facilities management support response.
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    Coping with Asian telecommunication liberalization in commercial buildings (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 91-96 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: As Asian telecommunications markets become liberalized, there will be significant impact on the design and management of telecommunications space and pathways. Details of the impact will vary according to each country's unique approach to liberalization and according to tenants' expectations with regard to an increasingly competitive telecommunications market. This article explores via each element of telecommunications space and pathways how liberalization of the telecommunications market in Hong Kong is being used as a catalyst to improve services and competitiveness of commercial buildings owned and operated by Hongkong Land Ltd, a major developer of grade A office space in Asia.
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    Performance measurement systems - a case study of customer satisfaction (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 97-104 
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    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: This paper discusses the problems for facilities managers in measuring the contribution of property towards the primary task, taking into account the different goals of the various stakeholders within the organisation. It suggests that the types of performance measures used to measure the property resource should reflect the culture of the primary task, rather than reflecting traditional property measures found in investment property management. A case study of a project undertaken for the Estates Management Department of the Mass Transit Railway Corporation of Hong Kong is reviewed, where measures of customer satisfaction were devised to measure property performance, in accordance with the culture of the primary task of the organisation.
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    Challenge and opportunity: facility management in Shanghai (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 105-111 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: China is currently the fastest growing economy in the world. This paper discusses the current state of property management in Shanghai and reviews the challenges and opportunities for facility management in this city. In particular, it focuses on the embryonic role of FM resulting from the changes that are taking place in attitudes, both at the corporate and government level. It considers issues arising from personal observation of, and visits to, companies in Shanghai, and discussions with professionals in the property management sector in China. It describes typical property management provision in Shanghai and the growth in the importance of training for property management as part of the growing recognition of the significance of facility management in China. However, it concludes that until the property management industry fully matures it is unlikely that facility management will be widely practised for some time.
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    Eco-labelling scheme for buildings in Hong Kong (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 120-126 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Over the last ten years voluntary labelling schemes such as energy labels and eco-labelling have become increasingly popular within the property sector. However, since the schemes are voluntary in nature their success generally depends on the environmental response of both the property owner and the facility manager. This paper discusses the prerequisites for introducing a successful energy and eco-labelling scheme in Hong Kong. The paper also introduces a cost-benefit analysis associated with Hong Kong's accredited criteria for eco-labelling. Finally, the paper examines the controversial issue of linking eco-labelling to property valuation.
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    Developing a framework of competencies for facilities management (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 246-252 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: The facilities management profession has emerged in the latter half of this century in parallel with the technological revolution. A need to establish career and development frameworks that will support this growth has also emerged. This article reflects on the progress in meeting such support frameworks by examining other similar management disciplines and looks specifically at the use of competencies as a development tool. The results of research are published as a guide to aid the development of programmes in this area.
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    Open-plan measures in the determination of facilities space management (1999)
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    Facilities 17 (1999), S. 237-245 
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    Source: Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
    Topics: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Surveying
    Notes: Presents findings from research on open-plan measures in the determination of facilities space management. The aim of the research is to determine the impact of open-plan measures on the effectiveness of facilities space management of CBD commercial office buildings - the end-view being to establish criteria for effective management and re-engineering of open-plan workspaces. A review of the literature reveals that this issue has not been definitively investigated. Hence, open-plan measures remain virtually under-exploited for the purpose of greater effectiveness of facilities space management. A sample of 102 open-plan offices was studied, and data analysed using descriptive (such as mean, standard deviation, range) and inferential statistics (such as Spearman's rho and partial correlations, multiple regression and path analysis). Direct and indirect associations were found between open-plan and the effectiveness of facilities space management measures. However, some of the relationships were partly and wholly explained by management control measures. Though only multiple regression results are presented here, for reasons of brevity, this study concludes that, in many ways, certain open-plan measures independently determine the effectiveness of facilities space management. This conclusion serves as a basis for developing criteria for effective management and re-engineering of open-plan workspaces.
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