2 . Legislative Requirements in Demolition
The demolition of any building or civil engineering structure must be carried out in accordance with the provisions set out in the Workplace Safety and Health Act . Occupiers and employers have a duty to provide a safe workplace by implementing safety measures which include :
• Planning for demolition work and selecting appropriate method ( s ) of demolition and equipment to be used ;
• Appointing a competent person experienced in demolition work to assess and inspect the structure to be demolished during the course of the demolition work ;
• Erecting appropriate hoardings , catch platforms and overhead protection barriers for the protection of the public and personnel on the site ; and
• Maintaining the security of the site .
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1 Clear directional sign .
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The main contractor or demolition contractor engaged to carry out the demolition works has a duty under the WSH ( Risk Management ) Regulations to conduct a risk assessment in relation to the safety and health risks posed to any person ( s ) who may be affected by the demolition work . Safe Work Procedures should be implemented to control risks which are not eliminated ( refer to the section on Risk Assessment on page 7 ).
Well illuminated overhead protection .
Requirements specific to demolition work are covered under Part X of the WSH ( Construction ) Regulations . Requirements on permit-to-work for demolition works are covered under Part III of the Regulations . More safety requirements and good practices can be obtained from the Singapore Standard CP11 : Code of Practice for Demolition .
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