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815 Demolition Safety
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The Safety Report

The development of a safety report specific to the demolition project is critical to planning the project.

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The safety report should include, but is not limited to, the following components:

  • an engineering survey completed by a competent person before any demolition work takes place (including the condition of the structure and the possibility of an unplanned collapse)
  • locating, securing, and/or relocating any nearby utilities
  • fire prevention and evacuation plan
  • emergency, first aid and security services
  • an assessment of health hazards completed before any demolition work takes place.
  • training requirements

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1-3. What component should a safety report include?