Table of Contents
SECTION 1 SCOPE AND GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE
1.2 REFERENCED AND RELATED DOCUMENTS
1.3 DEFINITIONS
1.4 NEW OR ALTERNATIVE METHODS
1.5 HEALTH AND SAFETY
1.6 HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
1.7 PROTECTION
1.8 PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
SECTION 2 PLANNING AND EXECUTION
2.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
2.2 INVESTIGATION
2.3 WORK PLAN
2.4 EXPLOSIVES
2.5 EXECUTION
SECTION 3 METHODS OF DEMOLITION
3.1 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
3.2 DAMAGED OR RUINOUS BUILDINGS
3.3 REMOVAL OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
3.4 SEQUENTIAL METHODS
3.5 INDUCED COLLAPSE METHODS
3.6 GUIDANCE
APPENDICES
A DEMOLITION CHECK LIST
B CONTRACTUAL CONSIDERATIONS
C CERTIFICATION AND QUALIFICATIONS OF PERSONNEL
D NOTES ON THE DEMOLITION OF PRESTRESSED CONCRETE
STRUCTURES
E GUIDANCE ON DEMOLITION PROCEDURES
Abstract
Sets out guidance on a range of controlled demolition methods for use by planners, owners, engineers, contractors and other interested parties for the planning and execution of demolition of structures.
Scope
This Standard sets out requirements and provides guidance to planners, owners, engineers, contractors and interested parties on the planning and procedures for the demolition of a structure.
The Standard also provides advice and guidance on a range of controlled demolition methods so that the risk
(a) to the health and safety of the public and site personnel and occupiers of an adjoining property;
(b) of damage to the immediate environment; and
(c) of damage to adjoining premises will be minimized.
This Standard applies to the demolition of buildings and structures. Compliance with the conditions herein does not necessarily mean compliance with all of the parties obligations.
NOTE: Some States/Territories require demolition contractors to be licensed.
History
First published as AS 2601-1983.
Second edition 1991.
Third edition 2001.