We are licensed on The Construction Industry Council Approved Inspectors Register to provide a Building Control service for all types of construction projects for a wide range of clients. We are driven to ensure the delivery of compliance through exceptional customer service and technical excellence, whatever the size or type of construction project.
Being part of Hickton Group Ltd, which comprises of five individual businesses – Hickton Quality Control (Clerk of Works), Cook Brown Building Control, Cook Brown Energy, Morgan Lambert and Qualitas Compliance, we can offer a range of complimentary consultancy services.
Operating from 10 Group office locations across the UK, the enhanced Group structure continues our ambition to be a leading multi-disciplinary provider of quality inspection and consultancy services in the construction sector.
It also allows for greater project opportunities, financial strength, enhanced technical expertise and wider geographic coverage.
We aim to deliver a client focused service in the increasingly complex area of Building Regulations compliance.
Our team of technical experts aim to develop long lasting relationships with our clients by our professional approach, consistent interpretation of legislation and adding real value to every project we are involved in.
By choosing us as your Approved Inspector, your projects will benefit from a high level of on and off-site expertise. Our internal systems are ISO9001 certified to ensure a consistent approach to your Building Regulation applications.
Our highly capable staff have extensive experience in all types of construction projects including large retail roll outs, office fit outs, industrial units, leisure facilities, student accommodation and high-rise residential schemes.
We welcome you to contact us to discuss any type of project.
We pride ourselves on:
+ Experienced and qualified site staff
+ A professional service
+ A strong team with excellent technical skills
+ Our ability to add real value to every project we are involved in
+ Proactive and timely response times
We have structured our business so you benefit from integrated high performing teams focused on technical excellence and exceptional service delivery.
+ Who uses us?
We have a diverse client portfolio and are proud to work in all market sectors. We can add value to your construction team and project delivery.
Example clients:
+ UKHO
+ The Wave
+ Halo
+ Aurora
+ Finzel’s Reach
+ UNA Hotel
+ South Western Railways
+ Vida Care Home
+ South Western Railway
+ London Fit Outs
+ Gloucester Services
+ Tart & Amazonico.
If you are a client looking to appoint a trusted Approved Inspector to oversee the compliance aspects of your construction project, we are here to provide you with an exceptional Building Control service. We have worked with high-profile clients on frameworks through to one-off independent construction schemes, so you can be sure that your project will be in good hands.
Some of our clients who use our Building Control services include:
+ Government Departments, NHS Trusts, Education establishments, Housing Associations
+ Architectural Practices
+ Main Contractors
+ Property Developers
+ Project Management companies
+ Construction Consultants
+ Retail and fast food companies
+ Agents and Landlords
+ Charities
+ Residential & Domestic clients.
We work hard to ensure that our Building Control Surveyors enhance your projects and believe the value that we add will benefit the whole construction team, whatever your industry or organisation.
North West
+ Hampton Hilton, Blackpool
+ Slater Menswear, Preston
Wales
+ Walter Road, Swansea
+ Triley Court, Abergavenny
+ Dylan Thomas Community School, Swansea
+ The Climbing Hangar, Swansea
+ Lidl, Swansea
+ Thomas Gabrielle Nursing Home, Cwmbran
South West
+ Hawkins Lane and Georges Wharf, Finzels Reach
+ The Wave, Bristol
+ UK Hydrographic Office, Taunton
+ Innovation Centre, Marlborough College
+ Swindon Town Football Club, Swindon
+ Gara Rock Resort, Salcombe
+ University of Bristol, Bristol
+ University of the West of England, Bristol
+ Clifton Observatory, Bristol
South East
North East
+ Priory Middleton St George Hospital, Darlington
+ Renny’s Lane, Durham
+ Houghall Campus, East Durham College, Durham
Yorkshire & Humberside
+ Premier Inn, Leeds
+ Reams House, Pontefract
+ Keppell Wharf, Rotherham
+ The Old Court House, Halifax
+ Malthouse Mews, Pontefract
+ D S Smith Packaging Featherstone
Midlands
+ Lidl, Kingsway Business Park, Gloucester
+ Shrewsbury School, Shrewsbury
+ Mitie, Birmingham
+ Newport Medical Group, Birmingham
+ Rotec Engineering Group, Enterprise Way, Vale Park, Worcestershire
East of England
+ Duddenhoe End, Essex
+ Lancaster House, Cambridgeshire
+ 111 Buckingham Palace Road, London
+ Falkland Cricket Club, Newbury
+ R3, London Wall Place, London
+ New Century Place 1, 2 & 3, Reading
+ South Western Railways, London
+ Elys Department Store, London
+ St Thomas Hospital, London
+ Natura Bisse Spa, London
+ Amazonico, London
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Whether your project is at the pre-construction stage or has just been commissioned, as a licenced Approved Inspector, we can assist you throughout all stages of your build.
Throughout the construction process we will provide you with practical and informative site inspection records. Our dedicated Project Management systems and teams are on hand to help answer any queries you may have throughout your project.
Our service is designed to support you through the Building Regulation process, through to completion of your project.
Whether your project is at the pre-construction stage or has just been commissioned, we can assist you throughout all stages of your build.
+ Review Feedback from previous projects.
+ Receive instructions, brief and necessary documentation from the Client.
+ Advise on procedure and programme for Building Regulation certification.
+ Pre-application discussions may be required during this stage to discuss and determine the suitability of Feasibility Studies.
+ Agree Schedule of Services, Review Design Responsibility Matrix and Information Exchanges.
+ Check the implications of any Local Acts and advise the Client accordingly.
+ Maintain appropriate records of the design assessment process.
+ Review Sustainability Strategy and initial Building Regulation compliance Strategies.
+ Undertake early third-party consultations as required.
+ Consider Construction Strategy, including off-site fabrication, and review relevant Health and Safety Strategy.
+ Consider the desirability of undertaking additional consultation and communicate to the Client any consultees’ observation.
+ Alert the Client to provisions of legislation outside the Building Regulations believed to be relevant to the project.
Spatial Coordination
+ Submit the Initial Notice to relevant Local Authority, and copy to the Client.
+ Undertake an assessment of plans and design details for compliance with the Building Regulations and communicate to the Client, dutyholders and design team.
+ Consult with the Fire Authority and forward observations to the Client.
+ Undertake all other statutory consultations and forward observations of consultees to the Client.
+ Review Construction Strategy, including sequencing.
+ If requested by the Client, when satisfied that the plans show no observed
+ Prepare an inspection notification framework (INF) and provide a copy to the client.
+ Undertake site inspections to gather evidence of compliance with the Building Regulations.
+ Maintain appropriate records of site inspections, identifying the work inspected and any observed non-compliance.
+ Communicate any observed contraventions of Building Regulations.
+ Notify observed significant departures from plans to consultees.
+ Consider the need for tests, throughout construction and at completion, inform the Client of the requirements; witness tests and receive certificates as appropriate.
+ Request copies of certification as is necessary in relation to the commissioning of services prior to issue of a final certificate.
+ Prior to the occupation of the premises it is advisable, where possible or where requested, to undertake a joint final inspection with the Fire Authority.
+ Carry out activities listed in Handover Strategy including Feedback for use during the future life of the building or on future projects.
+ Ensure Project Information is updated and complete.
+ Ensure Fire Safety Information to satisfy Regulation 38 has been made available.
+ Having taken reasonable steps to be satisfied that the whole or part of the works is compliant with the Building Regulations, issue a final certificate.
+ If requested by the Client, provide a list of inspections carried out.
+ Retain statutory records for an appropriate period.
+ Assist with any review of Project Performance, Project Outcomes and Research and Development aspects.
+ Updating of Project Information, as required, in response to ongoing client Feedback until the end of the building’s life.
Approved Inspectors provide an alternative to Local Authority Building Control and are authorised under the Building Act 1984 to carry out the Building Control function in England and Wales.
This means that we can become involved if the works undertaken on any project are controllable under the Building Regulations.
Examples of such work are:
+ Erection or extension a Building
+ Installation or extension of a service or fitting which is controlled under the Building Regulations
+ Undertaking alterations involving work that may affect the compliance of an existing service or fitting, whether temporarily or permanently
+ Insertion of insulation into cavity walls
+ Underpinning the foundations of a building
+ Undertaking work to thermal elements, energy status or energy performance of a building.
We operate across all sectors within the construction industry and are approved, independently monitored and regulated by The Construction Industry Council Approved Inspectors Register. As the body designated by the Secretary of State in England and Welsh Ministers in Wales, CIC maintains and operates the Construction Industry Council Approved Inspectors Register (CICAIR).
In order to maintain our registration, we are subject to annual monitoring surveillance by CICAIR where we must demonstrate that we are meeting defined levels of service standards, management systems and retained competencies.
Approved Inspectors are required to adhere to the CICAIR Code of Conduct for Approved Inspectors and follow the Building Control Performance Standards in their working practices.
Approved Inspectors are required to have insurance from a government-approved scheme to provide additional safeguards for the public.
It is important to us that the highest industry standards are met. We will support you with achieving compliance and issue of the statutory certification upon successful completion of your construction project.
As an Approved Inspector we:
+ Undertake issuing of Statutory Notices, Consultations and Certification
+ Provide you with a proactive compliance service
+ Aim to ensure that the highest standards are achieved to help ensure the safety and health of people in or around buildings
+ Check design drawings, details and calculations for compliance
+ Consult with the Fire and Water Authorities, as required
+ Undertake site inspections throughout the duration of works
+ Issue a Final Certificate upon successful completion of works.
We will work with you to create a fee-versus-time package to suit your individual project and budget.
We will provide you with a detailed breakdown of our quote so you can see everything easily and clearly. You won’t find any hidden costs as we believe in complete transparency. We carry full insurance and are happy to supply certification on request.
If you would like to learn more about this service contact the team on 01275 848228 or email info@cookbrown.co.uk
Portishead (Head Office)
Unit 4, Middle Bridge Business Park, Bristol Road, Portishead, Bristol BS20 6PN.
T: 01275 848228
W: www.cookbrown.co.uk
Company Registration Number 08777594
VAT Number
174 6720 91
Construction Industry Council Approved Inspectors Register Number 168
Constructionline 00313428
What are the shared Group values?
Hickton Group Ltd have core values embracing quality, client focus, honesty, integrity, competency, teamwork, development, accountability and exceptional service.
Hickton Group Ltd comprises several individual companies that specialise in the delivery of a range of services in the built environment. We welcome the opportunity for our group companies to collaborate with you, providing expert knowledge and advice. We have a broad range of clients and have experience working in all sectors throughout the UK.
Working together we provide a high level of expertise in complimentary services. Staff can dedicate their time working on projects with our clients knowing that other specialist expertise is provided in-house to deal with corporate governance, finance, administration and marketing.
What the Group companies can offer:
+ Quality Site Inspection
+ Clerk of Works & NEC Supervisor services
+ Building Control Services
+ Energy & Sustainability Consultancy
+ Gas and Electrical Safety Management
+ Fire Safety & Building Regulation Consultancy Services
Our subsidiary companies:
Group
+ Edinburgh
+ London
+ Plymouth
+ Somerset
+ Swansea
