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Fatigue failure of bridge cross-girder
During a planned examination of a bridge, a cross-girder was found to have failed via fatigue.
23 May 2022
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 743
Region: CROSS-UK
Use of temporary barriers to control access to hazards
This report highlights the risks associated with the use of temporary barriers to control access to unsafe workplaces. It discusses the issues when scaffolding is used as a barrier, and that this should only be considered for use as a short-term temporary barrier.
25 November 2021
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 980
Region: CROSS-AUS
Glass removal from façades
Removal of a glass panel from a building façade left a reporter concerned for the safety of both operatives and the public.
6 June 2022
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 988
Region: CROSS-UK
Mesh flooring safety issues
A reporter has recently witnessed a number of safety issues with open grid mesh flooring.
10 February 2023
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 913
Region: CROSS-UK
Domestic canopy degradation
A front entrance canopy to a domestic dwelling had to be temporarily propped following movement of the canopy.
10 February 2023
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 853
Region: CROSS-UK
Structural corrosion in a swimming pool building causes concern
A survey showed severe corrosion of previously repaired steelwork columns adjacent to a public swimming pool.
30 July 2021
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1004
Region: CROSS-UK
Delay by party wall surveyor adds to risk
A party wall surveyor causes delay which prevents a dangerous wall from being made safe in a timely manner.
10 March 2022
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1010
Region: CROSS-UK
Failure of large aluminium composite panel
This report highlights the importance of correctly designed fixings and anchoring systems for cladding panels to buildings to minimize the risk of failure.
30 April 2021
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 962
Region: CROSS-AUS
Structural misunderstanding leads to historic church tower nearly being demolished
A historic church stands at the center of a charming town. Highlighted among many striking features is the iconic 170-foot (52m) bell tower, which looms over the town. For decades, the tower has become the centerpiece for cultural events in addition to being the original community center of worship.
2 May 2023
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1013
Region: CROSS-US
Corrosion of main girder beam on bridge supporting rail lines
A hole was found in the central main girder on a bridge supporting rail line during inspection works.
23 May 2022
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 745
Region: CROSS-UK
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