Perception of Demolition

Definition of Demolition:

The act or process of wrecking or destroying, especially destruction by explosives.

Synonym knocking down, levelling, destruction, explosives,  wrecking, tearing down, bulldozing.

Despite the definition & perception of some, demolition is  rarely as defined above.

Demolition is a deliberately planned process, unique to each contract, allowing deconstruction of a structure in the safest method.

This requires assessment on its own individual merits including, Identification, Understanding, assessment, mitigation & effective management of Risks;

• Type, size & condition of structure(s),
• Advice from structural engineers.
• Location, surrounding’s & environmental issues.
• Hazards & hazardous substances present or likely to be present.
• Detailed understanding & planning.
• Enabling works requirements.
• Retention of structures & infrastructure.
• Assessment of risks
• Mitigation of risk as a consequence of the works.