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815 Demolition Safety
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The Engineering Survey Report

The engineering survey should result in a formal (written) report

Engineer reviewing formal written survey report
The engineering survey should result in a formal (written) report.

The written report should include each of the following sections:

  • building characteristics (i.e., construction type & structure size, height, structural hazards, enclosed/confined spaces, wall ties, shoring types and locations)
  • protection for adjacent structures
  • methods for demolition
  • methods to protect the public
  • protection of utilities (overhead and underground)
  • protection of above and below-ground tanks
  • hazardous materials removal
  • blasting requirements (29 CFR 1926, Subpart U, Blasting Safety Requirements)
  • training requirements

See this sample of a Building Demolition Plan that includes a comprehensive engineering survey at Attachment B

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