09 Sep Demolition Safety Planning
- The program contained in R&O’s safety manual has been established to accomplish the following: 1. Protect and promote the health and safety of employees, customers and others who may be affected by R&O’s business activities. Comply with all pertinent regulatory obligations.
- The only item on the accident record of your demolition contractor should be NONE. Zero Incident Demolition Safety Record. There are many demolition companies in San Jose who can get the job done, but they can’t claim our ZERO incident safety record. That’s right, SV Demolition Inc’s work force has never had an accident on the job.
Planning for a demolition project is just as important as actually doing the work. According to OSHA, a qualified person experienced in all phases of the demolition should conduct the demolition planning.
Consider the following when planning any demolition project:
- The planning methods that will be used to bring the structure down
- The necessary equipment to do the job
- Proper permits and public utility notifications
Prior to the Start of a Demolition Project
The engineer must complete a written survey to determine if there are any hazardous substances in the structure, and asses the condition of the floors, walls, and framing to prevent a premature collapse. The completed survey must be kept on the job-site and made available upon request.
This Safety & Health course includes information on demolition safety and the elements of a demolition safety program, as detailed in 29 CFR 1926, Subpart T – Demolition. Watch this interesting video on demolition by the Iowa Department of Transportation.
The demolition contractor is responsible for planning the wreckage of the structure, the equipment to do the work, informing worker of hazards and safety requirements, and public safety. Planning should include necessary safety equipment such as:
Sample Demolition Safety Manual
- Specific respirators for the job
- Hearing protection
- Safety nets, lifelines, and fall protection
- Warning signs
- Eye and face protection
- Sidewalk sheds or canopies at all entrances
- Water to keep material or debris wet to prevent dust from rising
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Emergency Preparation
Workers should also know how to respond to possible emergencies. Emergency procedures should be devised, explained, and posted. Make sure to name all the local medical or emergency responding facilities and post it in a readily accessible location with phone numbers and addresses. Post all first aid and CPR equipment with the names of on-site certified individuals.
The demolition area should be clearly marked as such to ensure that only authorized personnel are within restricted areas of the site. All site workers or authorized personnel should be dressed in appropriate personal protective wear and be informed of safety practices and emergency procedures.