HL Deb 12 July 2002 vol 637 c114WA
Lord Corbett of Castle Vale

asked Her. Majesty's Government:

What annual or other inspections, independent of the operator, have been carried out by which authorities or agencies to confirm that Brixham marina and its wave screen (operated and managed by Marina Developments Ltd) comply with its design and build specifications. [HL4836]

The Minister for the Cabinet Office and Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster (Lord Macdonald of Tradeston)

I understand from Torbay Council that prior to installation the operators were required to undertake a detailed technical analysis, including wave testing of the proposed installation, to ensure it had an appropriate design life, would be adequate for the conditions it was to function in and would achieve a suitable level of wave attention. Under the terms of its lease, MDL is the responsible body for its inspection and maintenance. No inspections of the installation have been carried out by Torbay Council. The council is however undertaking a review of its arrangements for inspection under health and safety legislation following the introduction of new requirements by the HSE earlier this year and this will lead to a new risk assessed regime.