Property managers · Cooperatives · Owners

Building safety.

A risk analysis of the common areas and surroundings of your buildings, with a clear report to plan the works and respond to tenants, insurers and authorities.

Visit: 1 to 3 hours per building
Report: One report per building
For: Property managers, cooperatives, condominiums
Area: Vaud and French-speaking Switzerland

When to act

Common situations.

Taking over the management of a building or portfolio without a safety survey.
Tenant complaints, a fall or an incident in the common areas.
A playground inspection has been announced, or defects were found in a previous inspection.
Multi-year planning of maintenance works.
Request from the insurer or the cantonal building insurer (ECA).
Requirement of the board of directors or the cooperative's committee.

What is inspected

The points checked.

Fire safety

Stairwells, fire doors, plant rooms, cellars, storage areas, extinguishers and signage.

Common areas

Stairs, handrails, guardrails, lighting, slippery floors, access to roofs and rooms.

Car parks and cellars

Ventilation, exits, storage of flammable materials, obstructed passageways.

Surroundings

Paths, access for emergency services, outdoor lighting, risk of falls from height.

Playgrounds

Visual inspection of equipment, impact-absorbing surfacing and fall zones under standards SN EN 1176 and 1177.

Organisation

Posted instructions, emergency numbers, the caretaker's role, follow-up of reported defects.

Process

From the list of buildings to the works plan.

01
Free initial consultation
List of buildings, access, available plans and the property manager's expectations. You receive a written quote.
02
Visit
Inspection of common areas and surroundings, with the caretaker if possible.
03
Report
One report per building: photographed deviations, risk level, proposed measures.
04
Follow-up
Help with prioritising the works and, on request, a follow-up visit after correction.

Additional service

Playground safety inspection

Visual and functional inspection of equipment, surfacing and fall zones, photographed report and support with corrections before an official inspection.

from CHF 390.–Request a quote →

What you receive

One report per building, with a photo and location for every deviation.
A classification of deviations by risk level.
A list of measures ready to use when ordering the works.
A summary for the committee or management when several buildings are inspected.

Reference framework

VKF/AEAI fire protection standards and cantonal requirements, SIA standards for guardrails and stairs, SN EN 1176 and 1177 for playgrounds, recommendations of the Swiss Council for Accident Prevention (BFU/BPA).

Scope limits

Technical installations (lifts, electricity, heating, gas) are inspected by the authorised bodies and firms.
The playground check is a safety and support inspection; it does not replace an inspection by an accredited body where one is required.
Flats are not visited unless expressly requested.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does a building safety analysis cost?+

From CHF 690.– for a standard residential building, visit and report included. For several buildings in the same estate, the price per building decreases. The quote is free.

Who is responsible for safety in common areas?+

The owner is liable for damage caused by defective construction or inadequate maintenance of the structure (Art. 58 of the Swiss Code of Obligations); the property manager acts on the owner's behalf. A documented safety survey shows that risks have been identified and addressed.

Can you help us before a playground inspection?+

Yes. The preliminary check identifies defects, proposes corrections and verifies they have been carried out before the inspector's visit.

A portfolio of buildings?
Start with a safety survey.

Send the list of buildings concerned: you will receive a free quote, per building or for the whole portfolio.

Request a quote → 078 677 35 22

Prices in CHF. Vitalis Sécurité is not registered for VAT.