For small buildings, such as houses, that are only two or three stories high, demolition is a rather simple process. The building is pulled down either manually or mechanically using large hydraulic equipment: elevated work platforms, cranes, excavators or bulldozers.
However, the hazards of demolition work can be controlled and eliminated with the proper planning, the right personal protective equipment, necessary training, and compliance with OSHA standards. This Safety & Health Topics page is dedicated to the demolition workers who died on the job.
Before hiring a residential or commercial demolition contractor for your next project, it may be beneficial to know how the demolition process works. When you understand the aspects of your demolition project, you will be able to ask the right questions and know what to expect. Then you can have the knowledge to hire the best team for your job.
WRIC ABC 8News on MSN: Fire starts during demolition work at Chesterfield Power Station
A fire started at Chesterfield Power Station Wednesday morning while crews were performing demolition work.
The demolition of Courthouse Square is scheduled to begin next week, with crews starting the tedious work of removing lights bulbs, toilets and pipes from the inside of Washington County’s former ...
The city is suspending a demolition contractor’s ability to work in New York City and halting construction at all sites he’s involved with after a partial building collapse in the Bronx earlier this ...
Demolition is the process of intentionally and systematically tearing down or dismantling structures, buildings, or other man-made objects. It is typically carried out to remove old or unsafe structures, clear space for new construction, or for renovation purposes.