Checks at Contract Completion – Building / Construction Work

Managers are responsible for checking that the contractor has left their site in a clean and safe condition.  

For all works the manager of the premises must:

• Check that all waste material and equipment have been removed from site.
• Check work areas have been left in a clean and safe condition.

In addition, managers may need to check that:

• They have received adequate operating and maintenance instructions for any equipment installed.
• They have received adequate training for operation or maintenance of machinery.
• Any documentation e.g. test certificates are handed over to them.
• In the case of service contacts any premises or equipment leased from the Council are handed back in acceptable condition with all necessary supporting documentation.

For work where the CDM 2015 Regulations apply, a Safety File giving information for the client / building user / owner about future repair and maintenance risks must be produced and handed over to the client to retain or the information may be added to the existing file as appropriate.

The Council’s Insurance Team must also be informed that the Council is now responsible for the building or equipment.