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About Arshad Khan
Expertise
I can answer any questions to do with engineering consultancy and construction industry in East Africa and the Middle East, and specifically with the analysis and design of reinforced concrete structures. My particular expertise is in the aseismic design and optimisation of tall buildings.
Experience
Employment history: 33 years in Construction and consultancy in UK, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Eritrea, South Africa, Somalia, Austria, Bahrain and the U.A.E. Organizations: Fellow of Institution of Structural Engineers (UK), Fellow of Institution of Civil Engineers(UK),Registered Engineer Kenya, Chartered Engineer (UK) Publications: Proceedings of 2 International Conferences; Education: BSc, MSc, D.I.C.
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Expert: Arshad Khan - 11/2/2009
Question
Good day sir,
Please how do i assess a new house for soundness of Civil, structural, electrical, health and safety, and security conditions. Tell me the steps to follow.
Thanks
Answer
Hi Idahor,
You really need to consult an estate agent/surveyor for a detailed list, but these websites should assist. As far as structure is concerned, you need to check for any cracks, settlement, rot in timer, etc.
http://www.housing.org.uk/
http://www.nhi.org/
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