BCRP Reports

All scheduled progress payments to determine that claims were appropriate.

02 PCs lodged; paid on time. The PCs are consistent with the PC schedule in the Contract with the Owner.

All third party certificates (including engineers’ inspections, mandatory PCA inspections, trade compliance certificates etc.) issued since the previous BCRP review.

The Private Certifier conducted 03 inspections; the outcomes were satisfactory. The Structural Engineer conducted 03 inspections; the outcomes were satisfactory. The Trade Compliance Certificates are being progressively received.

Contract variations ensuring they are in writing and properly costed.

Nil

02 Variations valued at $10,000.00 incl. GST were approved by the Owner.

Progress in accordance with the project construction schedule and terms of the contract (and investigate reasons for any significant delays).

The Project construction schedule is on track. However, some delays were experienced caused by material and resource shortages and inclement weather.

The Builder’s competence in site supervision for all works carried out since the previous BCRP review (and any areas previously identified as a concern) including:

1. The setting out was based on a Surveyor's peg-out. It was carried over to the building by the Builder using laser technology.

2. The trade sequencing is managed through service identification in a Construction program. The trades are sourced through a subcontractor listing maintained in the Builder's management system.

3. The standards of finish of work to are visibly of good quality complying with the Specifications and the BCA.

4. The Frames are built on site. The Builder undertakes installation through its Carpentry subcontractor. The Builder ensures frame integrity through measurement and laser levels and verifies the outcomes through peer review.

4. The Frames are built are pre-fabricated. The Builder undertakes installation through its Carpentry subcontractor. The Builder ensures frame integrity through measurement and laser levels and verifies the outcomes through peer review.

5. Refer to Item 5a of the 'Additional Comments' below.

6. Refer to Item 6a of the 'Additional Comments' below.

7. The wet area treatment (waterproofing) is installed and tested by the Builder's licensed waterproofing subcontractor who provides a warranty for the work.

7. The wet area treatment (waterproofing) is installed and tested by the Builder and a warranty is provided.

8. The surface runoff from the site is managed through protective measures  complying with Council requirements on details in the Landcom Blue Book. Where possible, surface drainage is diverted to the stormwater disposal system designed and constructed for the development. 

9. The integrity of the footings and foundation integrity is ensured by compacted backfill sloped to facilitate drainage of surface runoff.

Additional comments/information in relation to any of the above items or other identified concerns:

5a. The cavity drainage integrity and external weep holes are ensured through the provision of continuous sarking, overlap in flashing and weep holes at standard intervals. The termite barrier is provided under the floor slab, and barrier protection is applied to the slab periphery. Integrity is achieved through multiple visual inspections. 

6a. The sill and window flashings are provided and installed in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications and industry guide notes. Integrity is achieved through spray testing and visual assessment of the seal.

General site presentation:

The work site is well organised, providing unfettered access and egress to workers and materials. Access to the site and security are controlled by security fencing and a lockable gate. Amenities for workers are provided. The Builder's Supervisor on site, (Name, Building Practitioner holding a Quals >15 years) demonstrates the capacity to deliver responsibilities that will ensure the quality of the end product. The Supervisor participates in the work to ensure consistent progress of work.

The Supervisor maintains a regular communication chain with occupants of adjoining residences to ensure early alerts of unavoidable noise incursions.

Work flow of trades and appropriateness of materials:

The Builder maintains a subcontractor register with records of licenses and insurance. Subcontractors are invited to quote on details provided and are engaged, if competitive and available, when required. By maintaining regular relationships with Subcontractors, the Builder can ensure a steady flow of trades. The quality of the material is ensured by stating the specified material standards on orders to Suppliers and verifying the quality of deliveries through visual inspection. Records of delivery dockets are maintained in the Builder's management system.

The Builder relies on relationships with Trades that have worked with the Builder in past projects. Subcontractors are invited to quote for detailed work which when received, are evaluated on effective pricing, availability and performance. The quality of the material is ensured by stating the specified material standards on orders to Suppliers and verifying the quality of deliveries through visual inspection. Records of delivery dockets are maintained in the Builder's management system.

Competence of trades and appropriateness of materials:

The Builder ensures the competence of trades by maintaining a Trade / Subcontractor Register including verification of validity of Licenses and Insurances before engagement. The Builder relies on past and ongoing relationships with its Trade and Subcontractors to achieve efficient and timely responses to needs and quality of work with minimal supervision through Trade and Subcontractor loyalty. The Builder seeks references when employing new Trades persons and Subcontractors. The Builder reviews the Architectural Designs and Specifications regularly to understand the materials specified and make sure the specified materials meet BCA and other standards.

FINAL:

The BCRP action on this Builder includes a multi-criteria assessment of the Builder's performance consisting of:

(1) Business Management 

(2) Project Management 

(3) Engagement and Management of Trades and Subcontractors 

(4) Site Organisation 

(5) Material sourcing 

(6) Quality / WHS and Environmental Management 

(7) Financial Management.  

The BCRP assessment on this Builder indicates satisfactory performance in the seven assessment criteria. 

The Builder's practices meet with Building Code and relevant statutory and regulatory requirements. The Builder's project delivery demonstrates competent physical and material resources management, effective progress tracking & financial management, and project delivery on industry best-practice.

The Builder's demonstrated commitment to project delivery on industry best practices is noteworthy.