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| | | Article Name : | | | Safety Specifications and Procedures for Building
Demolition in Urban Africa | | Author Name : | | | ADIUKWU FIDELIS ONYEKACHI
| | Publisher : | | | Bridge Center | | Article URL : |  | | | Abstract : | | | The African urban environment since the emergence of the 21st
century is experiencing significant change in the spatial
transformation of its urban setting. The practice of building and
demolition- roads, buildings, parks, bridges, transportation terminals
and infrastructure etc. In order to meet the demand for buildings of all
type- residential, commercial, and Institutional etc., some ‘old’
buildings for specific purpose have to give way for remodeling or new
‘start-up’ projects. Therefore, engaging efficient means to guarantee
safety of life and property during partially or total demolition of a
building as to create space for new project is imperative. Currently,
demolition works has become an indicator of the economic activity of
countries. The presence of demolition work is considered as a sign of
progress, improvement and growth. Demolition and renovation works
were carried out and are current in many cities to accommodate
trending demand. Research survey the trend in demolition practice
uncharacteristic of professional order in some African cities. Study
evaluates their spatial environmental order during demolition works.
It is observed that demolition activities were being carried out with
little considerations for safety. Study thus considers the disorder in
such instance, as safety of life and property is important. Research
theorizes effect awaiting nonconformity with safety specifications,
procedures and complaints for demolition works. For a successful
demolition exercise, author recommends that the demolition documents
must specify what aspect of a structure to be removed; how to remove; when and where to dispose remains as to ensure safety and
environmental order. | | Keywords : | | | Building Demolition, Demolition Law, Safety
Specification, Urban Africa
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