Streamline Your Part L Compliance with SymTerra
Efficiently manage your photos to seamlessly meet the requirements of Part L Photographic Evidence. Keep your photographic documentation compliant and meticulously organised throughout your construction projects.
Understanding Part L
Part L photographic evidence is a mandatory and critical aspect of any new building construction or refurbishment.
It requires developers and house builders to prove that new and refurbished properties meet building regulation standards. Failure to comply can impede the issuance of Energy Performance Certificates and Building Regulation England Part L Reports, which are essential for plot completion.
Photographs must be captured at significant stages of construction, documenting each detail before any closing works.
Non-compliance could lead to deconstruction or retrofitting, incurring additional time and financial costs. Importantly, failure to meet the BREL report requirements can prevent a property from being certified as completed.
Part L Photographic Evidence Requirements
Photographic management has always been crucial in construction, but the Part L Photographic evidence requirement has increased its importance. Utilising digital tools for data collection in the field and storing it in an organised manner is now more essential than ever.
Key items to be aware of:
Photos must be digital.
Geolocation should be included to validate the date and location of each image.
Each construction detail in each plot requires a separate image, necessitating a large volume of photos.
Images must be of high quality and visibly clear.
Keeping the photo evidence organised is crucial.
How SymTerra can help you comply with Part L
By using a tool like SymTerra, Part L Photographic Evidence requirements can be met:
Snap Tap and Go
Capture photo and video updates straight from your smartphone.
Make short work of reporting, observations, snagging, RFIs, and more.
SymTerra ensures compliance with every photograph across your team and operations, meeting the Part L requirements. Every photo captured is in high definition and full resolution.
Add Additional Detail to Your Photos Directly On-Site
With SymTerra, capture photos that not only meet Part L Photographic Evidence requirements but are also more useful to your team and clients.
Features include instant markup to highlight specific details enhancing your internal project and plot records.
Add tags & Location
Add tags and Location to your Photographic Evidence with SymTerra’s easy to use feature.
Simply press “Add Location” in your SmartNote to capture where the photos are taken using GPS.
Capture Photos Online or Offline to Ensure Continuous Part L Compliance
Reliable photographic evidence is needed at every stage of a project. With SymTerra, take photographs whether online or offline.
These photos can then uploaded and securely stored as soon as you regain connection.
Evidence Organised Photos
SymTerra makes it easy to meet Part L Photographic Evidence requirements. Create projects to match plots and clients for automatic photo organisation. Quickly find evidence with powerful search capabilities. Stay compliant and improve efficiency.
Storage for All Part L Photographic Evidence
Demonstrate compliance with Building Regulation England Part L (BREL) effectively.
SymTerra allows photographic evidence to be captured on site via SymTerra App. Which will then automatically and securely store all photographic evidence on the server, ensuring nothing is missed.
Sync your Storage with SymTerra
SymTerra integrates with your other software tools, bringing everything together in one place.
Ensuring your photographic evidence is saved and accessible for all!
Discover how SymTerra can enhance your compliance process
More than just a Photo App
SymTerra is the optimal tool for capturing building and construction photos, meeting Part L Photographic Evidence requirements, and handling all your data capture needs.
Digitise more of your processes, including site diaries, quality records, and safety management processes, with SymTerra to meet higher information management standards across your operations.
Is WhatsApp Compliant with Part L?
When it comes to adhering to Part L of the UK Building Regulations, the use of WhatsApp may raise several compliance issues. While WhatsApp is a popular communication tool, it lacks specific features needed for regulatory compliance in construction projects. Here's where WhatsApp falls short and how SymTerra effectively addresses these gaps:
Data Security: WhatsApp's general data security protocols may not meet the specific needs of construction data handling. SymTerra provides robust data security, ensuring sensitive project information is protected.
Audit Trails: The absence of structured audit trails in WhatsApp poses a challenge for regulatory compliance, whereas SymTerra offers comprehensive audit trails for full traceability and verification.
Image Quality and Compliance: WhatsApp's image compression could compromise the quality required for compliance documents. SymTerra maintains high-quality images essential for compliance evidence.
Organisation and Retrieval: WhatsApp’s limited organisational capabilities for complex data can hinder efficient project management. SymTerra allows for effective organisation and easy retrieval of project information.
Integration with Compliance Tools: Lack of integration with other compliance and management tools in WhatsApp can lead to information gaps. SymTerra is designed for seamless integration, ensuring cohesive compliance strategies.
