We've all
seen demolitions on television typically done to an old building that has out
lived its initial uses. Even to the untrained eye one can see that the
explosions that fuel a demolition is controlled as most buildings cave in on
themselves after a series of staggered charges. The reality is that these
implosions are done in a very precise and technical manner with demolition
safety being at the fore front of every decision. A great deal of planning
needs to be done on any project before any action is ever taken, this typically
done through the use of an engineering survey to access the overall condition of the framing,
floors, and walls to prevent a possible premature collapse of the structure.
Ontario Specialty Contracting, Inc often
referred to in acronym form as OSC, was formed in 1997 with a corporate mission
statement "to provide the safest, most environmentally sound and cost
effective solutions to commercial and industrial clients with specialty
contracting needs." Of course this mission statement includes the
companies approach to demolition safety and the importance it places on safety
in all of the projects that OSC involved itself in.
Ontario Specialty Contracting as the company who would be
contracted to do your demolition would be responsible for all aspects of the
demolition making sure that all safety measures have been met this includes:
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Inspection of the property prior to implosion
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Identification/removal of any hazardous
chemicals, gases, explosives or flammable materials previously used or stored
on site
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The demolition area should be clearly marked as
such to ensure that only authorized personnel are allowed within restricted
areas of the site
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All electric, gas, sewer, water, steam and
overhead lines must be located shut off and or capped
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First aid and CPR equipment made readily
available and easily accessible
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A complete written blasting survey must be made
by a qualified OSC technician
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The transportation, storage, and inventory of
the explosives as well as any fire precautions must be taken into account
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Procurement of EMS in the event of something not
going to plan during or after the blast
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A post-inspection of the area should be
conducted after the blast to insure that no hazards remain
Ontario Specialty Contracting is a company who specializes
in demolition with a focus on
demolition
safety. They make sure that every possible step is taken to ensure that
your demolition happens efficiently and without any issue. Demolition and the
handling of explosive devices can be extremely dangerous; as a result it's
important to choose a company who has a long history in demolition and
demolition safety.