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Fire Update – Wednesday February 4th

OUTSTANDING ACTIONS

LOBBY POWER:
Need to strip out debris and repair.  This will re-connect caretaker’s office, lobby, gym, stairwell C to power supply.

A few problems have been encountered with the lift supply (which has been prioritised) and tracing a fault in the gym/lighting circuits. We currently await confirmation as to when the lift supply will be in place so we can get the lift engineers in to test and get running.  Maber are schedule to have their “fire stopping” contractors on site to carry out the necessary repairs in the riser cupboard.  Most work should be completed by Friday.

GENERAL CLEANING:
As you will have seen and smelt the common parts have now been deodorised and do seem to be smelling better, this also involved the carpet being cleaned at 1st floor level for the length of the building and staircase in block c. They have also cleaned the gym. We are aware of some areas that still do with an additional clean and will follow this up with the contractor.

BLOCK C TELEPHONE LINES:
BT have attended and identified exactly what works they wish to undertake.  Work will be co-ordinated with Maber  in regard to getting into the cupboard once they have finished the electrical works.

BLOCK C VIRGIN MEDIA CABLE:
Virgin have  escalated the repair to a senior manager as it may be a significant repair job –  we wait to hear when they are able to attend to reinstall the necessary cabling.

In the meantime – don’t forget that modern flat-screen TVs can be attached to the standard TV aerial socket and tuned in to Freeview.

BLOCK C LIFT (no change):
Needs full inspection after power re-supply – as soon as HML have a reconnection day for the communal electrics they will ask Arrow Lifts to attend.  No planned date as yet.

SECURITY (no change):
Front door lock out of action overnight security guards in place but obsolete fittings may require new unit to be fitted – no planned date as yet.

You may be challenged as to who you are by overnight security.

ENTRYPHONE (no change):
HML await quotes for the temporary and full reinstatement of the system although these are both reliant on an electrical supply.  It will be reconnected as soon as possible – no planned
date as yet.

FIRE BRIGADE REPORT (no change):
Inspections completed and awaiting report – no planned date as yet.

COMPLETED ACTIONS

CAR PARK DAMAGE:
repairs to tarmac in car park have been completed.

Fire Update – Friday January 30th

OUTSTANDING ACTIONS

LOBBY POWER:
Need to strip out debris and repair.  This will re-connect caretaker’s office, lobby, gym, stairwell C to power supply.
The contractors have now cleaned and painted the riser cupboard and installed a new door and access door on first floor lobby (see photos below). They intended to start on the consumer unit installation today subject to the paint drying.  We await an update how long the wiring replacement will take and when we can progress with the other repairs.

FIRE BRIGADE REPORT (no change):
Inspections completed and awaiting report – no planned date as yet.

GENERAL CLEANING:
The insurance cleaners will be in attendance as of friday to deodarise the common parts, clean the carpets at ground floor and first floor levels, and carry out a thorough clean of core c, entrance hall and gym. They estimate they will be on site till monday and will be working through the weekend. They will return to carry out cleaning of Neil’s office and the area outside once the repairs in the riser and office are complete.

CAR PARK DAMAGE (no change):
Caused by the need to get at power cables – SSE have relaid cables and contractors filled in hole.  New tarmac required – expected to be completed by Thursday the 29th of January.

SECURITY (no change):
Front door lock out of action overnight security guards in place but obsolete fittings may require new unit to be fitted – no planned date as yet.

You may be challenged as to who you are by overnight security.

ENTRYPHONE (no change):
HML await quotes for the temporary and full reinstatement of the system although these are both reliant on an electrical supply.  It will be reconnected as soon as possible – no planned date as yet.

BLOCK C TELEPHONE LINES:
BT – Have carried out a further inspection to confirm the works required and we await confirmation when this will be.

BLOCK C VIRGIN MEDIA CABLE (no change):
Have been informed but no site visit as yet – no planned date as yet.
In the meantime – don’t forget that modern flat-screen TVs can be attached to the standard TV aerial socket and tuned in to Freeview.

BLOCK C LIFT (no change):
Needs full inspection after power re-supply – as soon as HML have a reconnection day for the communal electrics they will ask Arrow Lifts to attend.  No planned date as yet.

COMPLETED ACTIONS

INSURANCE:
Loss adjust has completed visit and all costs/actions are being agreed with insurer as we progress works.

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Fire Update – Wednesday 28th January

OUTSTANDING ACTIONS

LOBBY POWER:
Workmen now in site clearing out and repairing electrical cupboard.  Need to strip out debris and repair.  This will re-connect caretaker’s office, lobby, gym, stairwell C to power supply – expected to complete by Friday 6th February.

FIRE BRIGADE REPORT:
Inspections completed and awaiting report – no planned date as yet.

GENERAL CLEANING:
Awaiting confirmation from the insurers as to when their insurers will attend to clean the carpets and deodorise the building.  Initial indication is mid next week.

CAR PARK DAMAGE:
Caused by the need to get at power cables – SSE have relaid cables and contractors filled in hole.  New tarmac required – expected to be completed by Thursday the 29th of January.

SECURITY:
Front door lock out of action overnight security guards in place but obsolete fittings may require new unit to be fitted – no planned date as yet.

You may be challenged as to who you are by overnight security.

ENTRYPHONE:
HML await quotes for the temporary and full reinstatement of the system although these are both reliant on an electrical supply.  It will be reconnected as soon as possible – no planned date as yet.

BLOCK C TELEPHONE LINES:
Supplied by BT, they have inspected site and await electrical room remedial work to be completed before starting work – no planned date as yet.

BLOCK C VIRGIN MEDIA CABLE:
Have been informed but no site visit as yet – no planned date as yet.
In the meantime – don’t forget that modern flat-screen TVs can be attached to the standard TV aerial socket and tuned in to Freeview.

BLOCK C LIFT:
Needs full inspection after power re-supply – as soon as HML have a reconnection day for the communal electrics they will ask Arrow Lifts to attend.  No planned date as yet.

COMPLETED ACTIONS

INSURANCE:
Loss adjust has completed visit and all costs/actions are being agreed with insurer as we progress works.

Fire Update

It will not have escaped your attention that there was a fire a Regatta Point last week. Fortunately, the scope of the damage was limited and injuries non-fatal.

We will keep you up to date on events via the website, letters in pigeon holes and notices around the building as appropriate.

LATEST:
Fire Brigade have completed their inspections and we await their formal report which will include any specific actions we need to take to improve our fire resilience.

The loss adjuster has been on site and HML Shaws are giving us significant support in actioning remedial work.  This work will be extensive as, although the fire was contained in an electrical cupboard, much of the wiring and some pipework will need to be replaced.  C Block has power restored to flats but they are without TV, phone or internet.  There is a lot of surface damage to stairwell C and smoke contamination throughout the building.  There is no power in the Caretakers Office or lobby.

Temporary lighting is in operation, where needed, and security personnel are in place as the front door has to remain unlocked due to it being an official fire escape route – so please do not be surprised if you are challenged when entering the building.

We will have plans and estimated timetables in place soon.

In the meantime any small acts of kindness to residents who you see struggling will be much appreciated.

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