Condition Surveys
OUTCO condition surveys are a detailed GPS-tagged photographic assessment of your facility’s exterior assets, reporting on their current condition and highlighting any hazards or health and safety risks with a RAG rating
Condition Surveys
OUTCO condition surveys are detailed GPS-tagged photographic assessment of your facility’s exterior assets, reporting on their current condition and highlighting any hazards or health and safety risks with a RAG rating. The condition survey provides a cost-effective insight of your on-site assets, including checks on the perimeter and security, surfaces, line marking, drains and drain covers, traffic calming and site furniture. Through regular condition surveys, remote site managers and directors can easily track asset condition over time to better inform and prioritise a maintenance programme, better control your budget and helping to extend the life of your assets.
As regulatory pressures intensify and spend is squeezed, facility managers need to make sure that their asset maintenance spend is both targeted and effective
Facility management has heavily invested in health and safety over the past ten years. The costs for this have increased, so managers are now seeking to improve the efficiency as well as the effectiveness of their regulatory spending obligations. With standards ever-evolving, however, tracking asset degeneration and asset compliance benchmarking has proved difficult. Discover the true state of your facility assets with OUTCO’s condition surveys. As the UK’s premier provider of outdoor maintenance services, we offer a tailored condition surveys to ensure that your assets meet all necessary requirements whilst still operating at expected performance levels.
Condition Surveys: Assessing the Present, Securing the Future
Our expert will conduct a thorough condition survey to provide you with invaluable insights into the current state of your facility assets. By leveraging our extensive asset experience and delivering reports using cutting-edge technology, we deliver accurate and comprehensive assessments including a RAG report with images of affected assets, which empower you with all the information needed to make informed decisions about the most effective places to allocate your asset maintenance budget. We understand the complex and ever-evolving landscape of regulatory requirements, and our surveys are designed to help you navigate through them seamlessly. From environmental compliance to health and safety regulations, we ensure your assets meet all necessary standards, giving you peace of mind and mitigating potential risks.
Protect your investments and minimize risks with our comprehensive condition surveys. Our experts evaluate potential hazards, vulnerabilities, and threats associated with your facility assets. By identifying critical risks, we enable you to proactively implement preventive measures and develop robust contingency plans, ensuring the long-term resilience and sustainability of your assets.
OUTCO’s condition surveys aim to provide a warning service for facility managers and directors about asset degeneration on their facility which may incur health and safety compliance risks.
With our deep understanding of UK compliance regulations, OUTCO offers specialised condition surveys that are uniquely tailored to meet the unique demands and regulations within the UK. Whether it’s a facility asset condition survey, inspection, audit, compliance survey, or risk assessment, our UK-based team possesses the local expertise to deliver exceptional results. At OUTCO, we recognize that effective facility asset management is vital for sustained success. Our services go beyond surveys, encompassing comprehensive asset management strategies that enhance performance, increase lifespan, and optimise that return on investment.
As organisations strive to be environmentally responsible, our condition surveys are also designed to help you meet your sustainability goals. We evaluate your facility assets’ environmental impact, identifying opportunities to reduce energy consumption, optimize resource usage, and minimize your carbon footprint. By aligning your assets with green initiatives, we help you contribute to a more sustainable future. Condition surveys also safeguard the well-being of your employees, visitors, and stakeholders. We assess your facility assets’ compliance with health and safety regulations, identifying potential hazards and recommending mitigation measures. By prioritising the safety of your workforce, you create a secure and productive environment that fosters success. When it comes to condition surveys, compliance assessments, audits, and risk evaluations, OUTCO is your trusted partner. With our expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering exceptional results, we help you unleash the full potential of your facility assets. Contact us today to discuss how our tailored solutions can drive your organization’s success.
Facility Asset Health and Safety Compliance Risks
For facility managers in the UK, there is a bewildering number of health and safety issues associated with facility assets that can trip up a Facility Manager or Facility Director who is not on top of the state of their assets:
Hardstanding Compliance Risks: Health and safety considerations for hardstanding areas (concrete or asphalt surfaces) may include:
- Ensuring the surfaces are level, stable, and free from cracks or potholes to prevent trip hazards.
- Implementing appropriate maintenance and repair procedures to address any surface deterioration.
- Providing proper drainage to prevent water accumulation and the risk of slips or hydroplaning.
- Considering the load-bearing capacity of the hardstanding to prevent structural failures or collapses.
Compliance Risks with Bollards: Health and safety issues associated with bollards (vertical posts) include:
- Ensuring bollards are properly installed, stable, and visible to prevent collisions or trips.
- Regular inspection and maintenance of bollards to ensure they are in good condition and free from damage.
- Providing adequate signage or reflective markings on bollards for improved visibility, especially in low-light conditions.
Paving & Walkways Compliance Risks: Health and safety issues associated with paving and walkways include:
- Maintaining even and non-slip surfaces to prevent trip hazards and slips.
- Regular inspection and repair of damaged or uneven paving to address potential risks.
- Proper drainage to prevent water accumulation and the formation of slippery surfaces.
- Ensuring walkways are well-lit and free from obstacles or obstructions.
Pothole & Car Park Surfaces Compliance Risks: Health and safety considerations for pothole and surface repairs include:
- Conducting regular inspections to identify and address potholes or surface defects promptly.
- Implementing proper traffic management during repair operations to protect workers and prevent accidents.
- Using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and following safe working practices during repairs.
- Ensuring repaired surfaces are properly cured and safe for pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Compliance Risks with Drainage: Health and safety issues related to drainage systems include:
- Regular inspection and maintenance of drains to prevent blockages and water accumulation.
- Ensuring safe access to drainage areas and implementing proper guardrails or barriers where necessary.
- Managing the risk of slips, trips, or falls around drainage covers or grates by keeping them secure and in good condition.
- Implementing appropriate procedures for working in or around drains to prevent accidents or exposure to hazardous substances.
Waste Clearance Compliance Risks: Health and safety issues related to waste clearance services include:
- Proper handling and disposal of different types of waste, adhering to relevant regulations and guidelines.
- Providing appropriate containers, bins, or receptacles for waste collection to prevent spills or contamination.
- Training workers on safe lifting and manual handling techniques to prevent injuries.
- Identifying and managing potential hazards in waste, such as sharp objects, chemicals, or biological waste.
Compliance Risks with Fencing and Access Points: Health and safety considerations for fencing include:
- Proper installation and maintenance of fencing to ensure stability and prevent collapse or entanglement hazards.
- Regular inspections to identify any damage or deterioration and promptly repair or replace fencing as needed.
- Ensuring fencing is properly marked and visible, especially in low-light conditions or areas with high traffic.
- Ensuring safe and unobstructed access to and from the premises, including emergency exits.
- Regular maintenance and testing of access points, such as checking locks, hinges, or automatic mechanisms.
- Providing clear signage and instructions for proper use of access points, especially in emergency situations.
Compliance Risks with Specialist Cleaning and Jet Washing: Health and safety considerations for cleaning and jet washing services include:
- Proper handling and storage of cleaning chemicals to prevent exposure or spills.
- Training workers on safe cleaning practices, including handling potentially hazardous substances and working at heights.
- Ensuring proper ventilation in confined spaces or areas where cleaning fumes may accumulate.
- Following safe operating procedures and manufacturer guidelines for the use of jet wash and cleaning equipment.
- Using proper PPE, such as gloves, goggles, or hearing protection, to protect against water pressure, chemicals, or flying debris.
- Managing the risk of slips and falls due to wet surfaces during and after jet washing operations.
- Taking precautions to prevent accidental spraying of people, vehicles, or sensitive equipment.
Grounds Maintenance Risks: Health and safety considerations for general grounds maintenance activities include:
- Identifying and mitigating potential hazards in outdoor areas, such as uneven surfaces, slippery paths, or hidden obstacles.
- Providing proper training and equipment to workers for tasks like grounds cleaning, maintenance of outdoor equipment, or landscaping.
- Implementing safe working practices for using machinery or tools, such as mowers, trimmers, or leaf blowers.
- Managing the risk of slips, trips, or falls due to wet weather conditions, debris, or equipment left in walkways.
Tree-related Compliance Risks: Health and safety considerations for trees and tree surveys include:
- Assessing the stability and condition of trees to identify potential risks, such as falling branches or unstable root systems.
- Implementing appropriate safety measures, such as using safety harnesses or establishing exclusion zones, when accessing trees for surveys.
- Considering the presence of protected species or environmental factors that may affect tree surveys.
- Communicating findings and recommendations for addressing health and safety concerns identified during tree surveys.
- Conducting a thorough risk assessment before tree works to identify potential hazards, such as power lines, nearby structures, or unstable trees.
- Using proper equipment and techniques for climbing, cutting, or dismantling trees.
- Ensuring proper training and certification for workers performing tree works, especially when working at heights or using chainsaws.
- Implementing appropriate control measures to prevent falling debris, such as using rigging systems or establishing exclusion zones
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Asset Maintenance Services
With a range of pothole and surface repair solutions available, OUTCO can help you extend the life of your surface asset and keep it safe and hazard free. Our uniquely nimble teams and innovative repairs solutions can have you site open and operating again in as little as 15 minutes
Whether it’s perimeter fencing, decorative fencing or temporary fencing that’s required, OUTCO can help. We also install or repair any site access points, including gates of all types and sizes and any entry doors or fire escapes
Effective line marking is an important requirement to safely guide and instruct traffic and pedestrians flows around your facility. From a simple line marking refresh to more complex brand-new design and installation, OUTCO can help keep your site well directed, safe and compliant
Paving & Walkways repair cannot usually be done by property owners or managers without access to specialist tools, equipment, operatives and products required to do the job properly. OUTCO is here to help you – quickly!
Our asset maintenance team can repair, replace or install a wide range of bollards on your site. Whether for safety, protection or simply architectural, OUTCO has the expertise and solution to help
OUTCO’s asset maintenance teams can conduct a professional drain survey at short notice. Our national teams specialise in drain inspections using advanced camera technology
Meticulous road sweeping including car parks and paving to remove leaves, litter and other debris, using a range of suitable machinery and manpower from sweeper teams to high-capacity vehicles
OUTCO waste clearance service ensures any fly-tipping, dumping or any general waste left on your site can be quickly and safely removed, ensuring your facility remains clean, safe and well maintained
Had a spill on site, or do you just need to refresh your shop fronts or walkways? OUTCO’s jet washing service can refresh, and pressure clean your hardstanding areas from paint, oil, graffiti or the build-up of moss or algae
OUTCO condition surveys are a detailed GPS-tagged photographic assessment of your facility’s exterior assets, reporting on their current condition and highlighting any hazards or health and safety risks with a RAG rating
Clients receive detailed hazard report, including RAG rated and GPS-tagged photographs showing you the identified hazard and its exact location
OUTCO Services
Services to keep the grounds of your estates well-managed, tidy and appealing. With our PPM or one-off Grounds Maintenance contracts we believe that well-managed grounds and communal areas are central to enhancing the consumer and employee experience
Full service maintenance and replacement solutions for estate infrastructure, keeping your assets fully maintained, operational and up to specification 365 days a year come rain or shine.
Case Studies
Following a site survey by our experts, OUTCO was appointed by leading supermarket giant ASDA to complete tree bedding repairs to the block paved car park and damaged kerbing around each tree pits at their superstore in Kingshill.
NHS Property Services Ltd Birmingham has employed the services of OUTCO since 2015. OUTCO was initially recommended by another NHS body. The contract was put out to tender and OUTCO won on service and cost differentiators. One of the principal aims of NHS Property Services Ltd Birmingham is to maintain a constant high level of support for hospitals, clinics and hospices. They need to supply 24/7 coverage, in all areas of their services, which includes keeping the roads, paths and car parks free of snow and ice in the winter months. This is essential as the NHS has a statutory obligation to keep staff, patients and visitors as safe as possible.
Kuehne+Nagel knew it needed to bring in the services of a specialist winter gritting provider, to provide protection against the financial and physical risks of adverse weather. The company engaged the services of OUTCO, the UK’s leading winter risk management specialist.
News
Today’s outdoor estate is rapidly changing with data & technology, learn how winter gritting has been transformed for businesses. With the space of smartphones, consumers demand for convenience & easy access. Discover the impact the “consumerisation of IT” has on winter gritting
A trend towards accessing any service with greater convenience and immediacy on any device has proliferated in recent years. Here, Jason Petsch, CEO of OUTCO, explains how consumer-style technology is changing winter gritting in the UK.
The summer of 2022 will be remembered as being a hot and dry one, in which temperatures in the UK reached a record-breaking 40.3C at the peak of the heatwave. These hot temperatures are becoming more common and often trick us into presuming that the winter will be mild, without any need for winter gritting services. Not true.
We are absolutely thrilled that our market leading service and telematics app, ‘Pulse’ has been shortlisted for ‘App of the Year 2023’ in this year’s UK Business Tech Awards
The end of DST, which occurs on the last Sunday in October, is traditionally seen as the start of the gritting season in the UK. This is because the clocks go back one hour, which means that there is less daylight during the evening and morning commute, which in turn makes the temperature lower, the roads more slippery and increases the risk of accidents
OUTCO is delighted to be shortlisted as the Property Tech Company of the year 2023. Great recognition for our Tech Team and especially for our unique in-house technology NIMBUS to be validated at this level. Great recognition for our Tech Team and especially for our unique in-house technology.