Drone surveys are to be carried out at Queen Margaret Hospital in Dunfermline as part of ongoing work to maintain the hospital site and ensure a high standard of environment for patients across Fife.
The first series of surveys are scheduled to begin on Monday 23 February 2026 and are expected to take around three days to complete, subject to suitable weather conditions.
The drones will be used to safely capture highly detailed videos and images of areas of the Queen Margaret Hospital site that are difficult to inspect on foot.
NHS Fife has appointed Adaptive Surveys to undertake the work. The surveys will be carried out by specialist and accredited drone surveyors, with a small number of temporary control stations established in areas of the hospital grounds to help support the project.
The results of the survey will be used to inform and plan the maintenance programme for the Queen Margaret site to ensure it continues to provide a good quality hospital environment that supports healthcare staff to offer a high standard of care to patients.
Ben Johnston, NHS Fife’s Head of Capital Planning, said of the works: “The use of drones are an increasingly common part of modern building inspection and maintenance. These types of survey allow us to gather accurate information efficiently, safely and without disruption to patient care, staff activity or day-to-day operations.
“This approach reflects our wider commitment to proactive estate management, using modern, effective techniques to monitor building condition, plan maintenance effectively, and ensure our healthcare environments remain safe and fit for purpose for patients, staff and visitors.
“We would like to thank colleagues, patients and the local community for their understanding as this routine maintenance activity is carried out.”
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