September 2023
The Riverside Group aims to proactively manage the potential risk to health arising from asbestos containing materials in buildings owned or managed by TRG and its subsidiaries. This policy and the associated management plan set out the steps TRG will take to identify, assess and control asbestos related risks.
This purpose of this policy is to ensure TRG meets its obligations under the following legislation and regulations (as amended):
TRG will also refer to the following specific guidance and advice on how to comply with the above legislation and regulations:
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This policy applies to all non-domestic buildings owned or managed by TRG where the responsibility for maintenance and management of the building fabric is under the control of TRG. This specifically includes communal area to residential buildings, offices, shops, commercial units and community centres.
Building specific lease or management agreements may define legal responsibility. Where clear responsibility cannot be defined, the default position for any non-domestic buildings owned or managed is that TRG will actively manage that risk until a time when clearly defined legal responsibility can be evidenced.
The policy applies to domestic dwellings to the extent of asbestos identification and control measures prior to, or during, maintenance and refurbishment works that are undertaken by or on behalf of TRG.
TRG will also undertake a representative sample of management surveys to domestic dwellings at property archetype level, to supplement surveys driven by maintenance and refurbishment works, and to create a reasonable understanding of risk across the portfolio. There is to be no specific target to reach 100% survey of domestic dwellings.
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UK regulations set out an explicit duty to preventing or controlling the risk from exposure to asbestos. The risks vary with circumstances, ranging from the occupation and safe use of a building to activities associated with the repair, refurbishment and demolition of premises.
The guiding principles of what TRG intends to accomplish through implementation of this policy are as follows:
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This policy is to be read in conjunction with:
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Executive Director of Asset Services
Director of Building Safety
TRG Head of Shared Spaces/Compliance Director of Property Services
Head of Business Management
Head of Health Safety & Environment
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Whilst the strategic approach to Building Safety is not risk averse in terms of adopting innovation and striving to be a leader in the sector, the safety of Riverside customers and colleagues is a key priority for the organisation. Therefore there is no appetite for risk in terms building safety and compliance with the law.
There is however a tolerance for risk in adopting a proportionate approach to building safety activities, risk assessment and the controls implemented.
Key risks are monitored through a set of monthly Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s). The suite of KPI’s are embedded within TRG executive management and governance reporting structure.
A building safety risk register is maintained and regularly reviewed to ensure a proactive approach to risk identification, reduction and control.
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We aim to meet all our obligations to keep our buildings, customers and colleagues safe. To maintain an effective safety testing, installation, maintenance, and servicing regime as detailed in this policy. We will respond to complaints regarding safety concerns in line with our Complaints Policy and Customer Feedback Procedure.
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Riverside is committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. We strive to be fair in our dealings with all people, communities and organisations, taking into account the diverse nature of their culture and background and actively promoting inclusion. This policy aligns with Riverside’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy and has been subject to an Equality Impact Assessment.
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The Riverside Group aims to proactively manage the potential risk to health arising from asbestos containing materials in buildings owned or managed by TRG and its subsidiaries. This policy and the associated management plan set out the steps TRG will take to identify, assess and control asbestos related risks.
This purpose of this policy is to ensure TRG meets its obligations under the following legislation and regulations (as amended):
TRG will also refer to the following specific guidance and advice on how to comply with the above legislation and regulations:
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This policy applies to all non-domestic buildings owned or managed by TRG where the responsibility for maintenance and management of the building fabric is under the control of TRG. This specifically includes communal area to residential buildings, offices, shops, commercial units and community centres.
Building specific lease or management agreements may define legal responsibility. Where clear responsibility cannot be defined, the default position for any non-domestic buildings owned or managed is that TRG will actively manage that risk until a time when clearly defined legal responsibility can be evidenced.
The policy applies to domestic dwellings to the extent of asbestos identification and control measures prior to, or during, maintenance and refurbishment works that are undertaken by or on behalf of TRG.
TRG will also undertake a representative sample of management surveys to domestic dwellings at property archetype level, to supplement surveys driven by maintenance and refurbishment works, and to create a reasonable understanding of risk across the portfolio. There is to be no specific target to reach 100% survey of domestic dwellings.
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UK regulations set out an explicit duty to preventing or controlling the risk from exposure to asbestos. The risks vary with circumstances, ranging from the occupation and safe use of a building to activities associated with the repair, refurbishment and demolition of premises.
The guiding principles of what TRG intends to accomplish through implementation of this policy are as follows:
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This policy is to be read in conjunction with:
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Executive Director of Asset Services
Director of Building Safety
TRG Head of Shared Spaces/Compliance Director of Property Services
Head of Business Management
Head of Health Safety & Environment
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Whilst the strategic approach to Building Safety is not risk averse in terms of adopting innovation and striving to be a leader in the sector, the safety of Riverside customers and colleagues is a key priority for the organisation. Therefore there is no appetite for risk in terms building safety and compliance with the law.
There is however a tolerance for risk in adopting a proportionate approach to building safety activities, risk assessment and the controls implemented.
Key risks are monitored through a set of monthly Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s). The suite of KPI’s are embedded within TRG executive management and governance reporting structure.
A building safety risk register is maintained and regularly reviewed to ensure a proactive approach to risk identification, reduction and control.
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We aim to meet all our obligations to keep our buildings, customers and colleagues safe. To maintain an effective safety testing, installation, maintenance, and servicing regime as detailed in this policy. We will respond to complaints regarding safety concerns in line with our Complaints Policy and Customer Feedback Procedure.
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Riverside is committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. We strive to be fair in our dealings with all people, communities and organisations, taking into account the diverse nature of their culture and background and actively promoting inclusion. This policy aligns with Riverside’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy and has been subject to an Equality Impact Assessment.
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