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A building being demolished is right next to a busy pavement.

What must the demolition plan consider?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Whether a collapse could throw material outside the site
  2. B. Only the safety of the demolition workers
  3. C. Only how quickly the job can be finished
  4. D. Nothing, as the public should keep away
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Answer: A

  • A. Right: Right. HSE says you have a duty to protect people affected by demolition, and the risk assessment should consider whether a collapse could send material outside the site.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. The public and neighbours must be protected too.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. Speed must not come before safety.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. The contractor must protect the public, not rely on them keeping away.

Explanation

Demolition plans must protect the public, including from material falling outside the site.

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