The evaluation of design work by one or more people with similar technical competencies. It functions as a form of self-regulation by qualified members of a profession within the Building Services discipline.
Peer review work on billion dollar jobs such as Hospitals is normal and expected, it offers developers and clients the confidence that any issues are caught and can be resolved. Peer review methods are used to maintain quality standards, improve performance, offset risk, and provide credibility and assurance to developers. Professional peer review focuses on the design works “Fit for purpose” outcome. Key questions such as: –
- Will the design meet the Quality criteria? (Capacity, performance, longevity, reliability, & ongoing maintenance requirements)
- Will the design meet the Cost requirements?
- Can the design be delivered within the Time frame needed?
- What perspective is needed? Client or constructor?
- Any critical factors not considered?
- Are minor design corrections or clarifications needed?
- Has the design been completed or signed off by a suitably licensed person?
- Have legislative and policy requirement checks been done?
- What is the testing and/or commissioning plan?
Sweep offers construction “Peer review” services for: –
- Information and Communications Technology (ICT)
- Physical Security
- Personal Duress Solutions
