Improving the maintainability of buildings in Singapore

Silva, Nayanthara De; Dulaimi, Mohammed; Ling, Florence Yean Yng; Ofori, George

doi:10.1016/j.buildenv.2004.02.011

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“…Silva et al (2004) and Blacker (1994) posits that the development of O&M Manuals will facilitate the proper maintenance of the buildings throughout the life cycle and also influence the architect in the decision-making process.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Literature sources (BSRIA, 2011;Silva et al, 2004;CIRIA, 1999) have revealed that despite the huge benefits attributed to the O&M manual and its legislative requirements, the manual has continued to fail in meeting its expected requirements. In section 2.2, it has been established that it is a 'legislative must' for owners of buildings in the UK to be provided with information on how to safely and efficiently operate and maintain building services.…”

Section: The Construction Industry's Reputation With Regards To Oandm Mmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…References were made to Blacker (1994), CIRIA (1999) and Silva et al (2004). However, there was no evidence found that their assertions have been subjected to empirical testing.…”

Section: Why a Good Oandm Manual Is Indispensable For Lcbsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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The indispensability of good operation & maintenance (O&M) manuals in the operation and maintenance of low carbon buildings

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“…This standpoint was verified at a significance level of 5 per cent and 162 degree of freedom (n= 163-1) using a one-way t-test statistics, the critical rating was set at 3 because on the rating scale adopted 3 are neutral. Therefore, SBPM benefits-rating below 3 are not significant (De Silva, Dulaimi, Ling, & Ofori, 2004) The result of the t-test statistics is shown on Table 2, the mean score of each benefit of SBPM from the perspective of the practitioners were calculated and ranked according to the magnitude of their mean score. The five most important factors in order of importance includes SBPM minimize measurement related disputes; provide good basis for valuing variations; provide good basis for assessing interim valuation; reduces tendency of misinterpretation of specifications and, improve accuracy of initial budget estimate.…”

Section: Benefits Of Adopting Sbpm For Mechanical and Electrical Servmentioning

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Perceived benefits of adopting Standard – Based pricing mechanism for mechanical and electrical services installations

Yusuf

Mohamed

2014

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Cost is an important measure of project success and clients will expect a reliable forecast at the early stage of construction projects to inform their business decision. This study was undertaken to investigate the current practices in managing cost of mechanical and electrical (M&E) services in buildings. The perceptions of practitioners on the benefits of adopting StandardBased Pricing Mechanism for M&E services as used for building fabrics and finishes was ascertained. The methodology adopted for the study was semi -structure interview and questionnaire survey. Inferential statistics technique was used to analyse the data collected. The results revealed that, M&E services tender documents are often based on lump sum contract. Practitioners are of the opinion that the adoption of Standard -Based Pricing Mechanism (SBPM) could enhance the quality of M&E services price forecasts; ensure active post contract cost monitoring and control; encourage collaborative working relationship; enhance efficient whole life cycle cost management; improve risk management and facilitate an efficient tendering process. The study suggested the development of local Standard Method of Measurement for M&E services and proposed strategies to facilitate the adoption of SBPM as basis for forecasting contract price of mechanical and electrical services in buildings.

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“…The concept of maintainability was initiated by military services in USA in the 1950s [1] as well as in UK in the 1960s [2][3] and then broadened all over the world. Currently it generates a sufficient portion of the total construction output all over the world especially in developed countries.…”

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Maintainability Risk Factors of Flat Roofs in Multi-Storey Buildings in Sri Lanka

2008

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Abstract:The research into the issue of maintainability of multi-storey buildings in Sri Lanka is still in its adolescent stage. One of the critical building elements that requires immediate attention for maintainability is flat roof areas. The flat roofs are often subjected to alternate drying and wetting cycles under tropical conditions, causing many defects and subsequent deterioration when proper detailing related to design, construction and maintenance actions are lacking. The inherent risks of maintainability of the buildings can be identified by analyzing their defects causing factors. In this research, 12 such risk factors related to the maintainability of flat roofs were identified. Further, a scoring system using Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) is developed to forecast the level of maintainability, which is projected, based on risk analysis. The level of maintainability of a typical flat roof is shown as 51%. The risk factors are also prioritized to give guidance.

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Improving the maintainability of buildings in Singapore

Cited by 57 publications

References 13 publications

The indispensability of good operation & maintenance (O&M) manuals in the operation and maintenance of low carbon buildings

The indispensability of good operation & maintenance (O&M) manuals in the operation and maintenance of low carbon buildings

Perceived benefits of adopting Standard – Based pricing mechanism for mechanical and electrical services installations

Maintainability Risk Factors of Flat Roofs in Multi-Storey Buildings in Sri Lanka

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