Module 26 - Demolition Safety
Demolition
Complete or partial dismantling of a building or structure by pre-planned and controlled
methods or procedures.
"SAFE DEMOLITION REQUIRES ADEQUATE PLANNING"
Why Plan?
• Identify the Hazards
• Meet Legislative Requirements
• Ensure Appropriate Equipment
• Ensure Safe Disposal of Materials
• Determine Appropriate Methods of Demolition
• Determine Cost of Demolition
Demolition Technique
Sequential
gradual reduction of height in reverse order to its construction
Induced
key structural members are weakened or removed, causing the whole part of the structure
collapse.
Method of Demolition
Manual - use of hand held tools
Mechanical - use of heavy equipment, wires and chain, power shear, etc.
Explosives - use of explosives
Workplan
• Technique and Method Demolition
• Sequence of Work Operation
• Estimate of Time Completion
• Equipment to be Used
• Proposed Access and Egress
• Public Protection
• Bracing and Shoring
• Disconnection of Services
• Methods of Handing/ Diposal of Demolished Materials
• PPE Requirements
• Demolition Personnel and Supervisor
Hazards Associated with Demolition
• Fails
• Being Hit/ Trapped/ Crushed by Objects
• Manual Handling
• Hazardous Substances and Hazardous Goods
• Noise and Vibration
• Electric Shock
• Fires and Explosions
• Equipment
Falls
• Falling through fragile roof material
• Falling through openings
• Falling from edges
• Falling out of elevating work platforms
• Failure of equipment
Being Hit/ Trapped/ Crushed by Objects
• Falling debris (from service ducts and lift shafts)
• Accidental/ uncontrolled collapse of a structure
• Use of equipment (crane lifting loads)
• Failure of Structural Members
Manual Handling
• Using equipment
• Operating equipment
• Manual demolition
• Lifting material
• Clearing up
• Loading trucks/ bins
Hazardous Substances
Lead
lead based paint, tanks containing lead based petrol
Asbestos
sprayed coatings, insulation materials, fire resistant walls/ partitions, cement sheets, flooring
materials
PCBs
stones, bricks and concrete aggregates
Dangerous Goods
Flammable liquids/ vapors and sludge from industrial process and confined space
Noise and Vibration
• Equipment
• Falling debris
• Explosives
Electric Shocks
Live wires from structures
Fires and Explosions
• Flammable materials
• Welding or cutting
• Leaks or explosive gasses from accidental damage of pipes
• Arson especially when the site is unattended
Equipment
• Electrecution
• Plant failure
• Dropping material
• Equipment striking persons
• Noise and vibration
• Flying particles
• Dust and other airborne hazards
• Falling objects onto operators
• Structural collapse of floors
• Welding and cutting hazards
• Falls
Isolation
• Install screens on equipment to protect from dust and noise
• Install barriers and fences
• Mark off hazardous areas
Personal Protective Equipment
• Safety Helmets
• Harnesses and Lanyards
• Boots
• Gloves
• Respirators
• Hearing Protectors
Notes
