Pitstopping - BSRIA's reality checking process for Soft Landings

BSRIA Guide BG 27/2011

BSRIA Limited, 2011
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Document Status

Current

Supplement

Core Supplement

Series

BSRIA Guide

Abstract

Describes a process that allows construction teams to periodically reconsider critical design issues by focusing on the perspective of the end user. Pitstops may occur during any of the following construction stages: Briefing, Design, Construction, Post-construction and Initial aftercare.

History

This document uses the old five stages which were defined in BG 54/2014 'Soft landings framework'. It has not been updated in order to reflect the six phases which are covered in BG 54/2018 'Soft landings framework 2018. Six phases for better buildings'.

ISBN

9780860226932

Subjects

  • Energy efficiency/Energy Management
  • Personnel management/employment
  • Architect's responsibilities
  • Environmental issues/energy
  • Legal issues and management
  • Energy audits
  • Special subject areas

Publisher History

BSRIA was founded in 1956. It is a consultancy, test and research organisation which publishes technical notes and guidance for designers and specifiers of building services.

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