# Safe Access and Maintenance
### Issue Image:
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## Issue Description:
- When the design of a building is finalized, concern for how the building will be maintained is often omitted, leaving a building which cannot be maintained readily.
- Items which need to be maintained include Cleaning of Windows, Painting of Facades.
- With a bit of care during design, appropriate systems can be installed to allow for easy maintenance for all Building Elements.
## Actions to Prevent this Issue:
- [ ] Architect shall prepare a Safe-Access Plan for each building and ensure that there are means of access to all elements of the building. This might include anchors or Davit Arms.
- [ ] All Safe-Access points shall be coordinated with Waterproofing designs, many systems from the access point providers are not capable of being waterproofed correctly.
## Source
- MIL356