What is BS8000?
What is BS8000?
Abstract. Establishes the general principles for the BS 8000 series of standards covering workmanship in the execution of certain works on construction sites. It looks at issues such as tolerance, accuracy, fit, preparation of materials, interdependencies between trades and draws attention to health and safety issues.
What regulation covers BS8000?
Introduction and general principles. BS 8000-0:2014 establishes the general principles behind the BS 8000 series of standards that covers workmanship on construction sites.
What does British standard 8000 cover?
BS 8000-11: 2011 – Workmanship on building sites – Internal and external wall and floor tiling. Ceramic and agglomerated stone tiles, natural stone and terrazzo tiles and slabs, and mosaics. Code of practice.
Which British Standard provides a specification for workmanship in all aspects of construction?
NOTE: The BS 8000 series of standards on workmanship on building sites combines guidance from other BSI codes and standards. The various parts of BS 8000 are listed in appendix B. 2.4 Some independent certification schemes specify how workmanship will deliver a declared level of performance.
What is poor workmanship in construction?
What Is Poor Workmanship? Workmanship refers to the quality and skill a contractor puts into completing a project. Poor workmanship typically arises when a contractor fails to follow industry quality standard practices, construction documents, or the installation instructions from the manufacturer.
What is a good workmanship?
Good workmanship refers to the quality of work to be delivered by the contractor. The work to be delivered should meet a standard of quality that is uniform to the given industry and should be functional, safe, and usable in the ordinary sense.
What is Regulation 38 certificate?
Regulation 38 is a requirement under the Building Regulations for England and Wales to provide fire safety information to the ‘Responsible Person’ at the completion of a project, or where the building or extension is first occupied.
What is specified regulation 7?
Regulation 7 provides guidance on materials and workmanship, i.e. the use of the appropriate materials for a construction and how those who are working on the building must behave in a workmanlike manner.
Can I sue a builder for poor workmanship?
Consumer Ombudsman and Small Claims Court If a builder fails to respond or doesn’t complete the repairs on time or to a satisfactory standard for a second time, then it is time to contact the Consumer Ombudsman. This typically involves taking your case to the Small Claims Court.