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Temporary instability of columns

Concerns were raised by a reporter on the temporary stability of concrete columns during construction. 

2 February 2023

CROSS Safety Report

Report ID: 872

Region: CROSS-UK

Provision for movement in clay brickwork facades

A reporter raises concerns over the detailing and construction of horizontal movement joints in clay brickwork facades. 

2 February 2023

CROSS Safety Report

Report ID: 860

Region: CROSS-UK

Concerns over welded wire mesh balustrade infill panels

A reporter has expressed their concern about the structural adequacy of some welded wire mesh balustrade infill panels that they have come across. 

2 February 2023

CROSS Safety Report

Report ID: 841

Region: CROSS-UK

Excessive surcharge at the back of a retaining wall

A reporter raises concerns about excessive surcharging at the top of a small retaining wall which was supporting the garden of the property.

2 February 2023

CROSS Safety Report

Report ID: 834

Region: CROSS-UK

Concern over structural engineers limited appointment

A reporter raises concerns over engineers being appointed only to provide calculations for building regulation approval.

2 February 2023

CROSS Safety Report

Report ID: 831

Region: CROSS-UK

Structural safety of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) planks

A Theme Page to raise awareness of and encourage knowledge sharing on the structural safety of RAAC planks.

CROSS Theme Page

Region: CROSS-UK, CROSS-AUS, CROSS-US

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Snow drift implications due to building extension

Part of a roof collapsed in a factory and warehouse facility shortly after a storm event due to snow drift loads.

13 December 2022

CROSS Safety Report

Report ID: 947

Region: CROSS-UK

Cost of access to codes and standards

A reporter is concerned that the latest codes may not always be being used because of price, and they believe that there should be free library access to British Standards to members of professional institutions.

13 December 2022

CROSS Safety Report

Report ID: 923

Region: CROSS-UK

Incorrect lifting system used for precast concrete stair elements

A reporter was asked to inspect a precast concrete stair unit which was exhibiting cracking around the lifting anchor locations after being de-moulded.

13 December 2022

CROSS Safety Report

Report ID: 883

Region: CROSS-UK

Collapse of external brick wall during demolition works

A section of an external brick wall of a building collapsed suddenly and unexpectedly part way through a demolition contract.

13 December 2022

CROSS Safety Report

Report ID: 875

Region: CROSS-UK