Construction Safety : Demolition - The selection of demolition method should take into consideration the size, strength and location of the structure to safeguard the safety and health of the employees and public.
The risk assessment study should be done to determine possible causes for structural instability and provide the action plan to ensure safety and health.
Demolition work should be carried out in such a way so as not to affect the stability of the structure or adjacent structure, which may cause the structure to collapse unplanned.
In demolition of structures that are in close proximity to public area, demolition work should be carried out during non-peak hours.
All demolition work should be done by trained personnel under the supervision of a designated person.
Demolition activities should not be continued under adverse weather conditions, such as high winds, storm, which could cause collapse of already weakened structures.
