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Case Studies on Failure Investigations In Structural and Geotechnical Engineering
A monograph presenting case studies on failure investigations in structural and geotechnical engineering in three sections
26 September 2023
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Publisher: International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering
Design responsibility for steel to concrete connections
A reporter provides an illustrative example to support their view that the design responsibility for steel to concrete connections should be shared between the responsible designers of both materials, and that a Lead Designer should ensure all designs are properly integrated.
20 February 2024
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1261
Region: CROSS-UK
'Design' for alterations to a dwelling carried out by an unsuitable person
A reporter was called upon to review a design for the removal of a loadbearing wall during the refurbishment of a residence. A builder was already on site but had stopped work since they considered the engineering design to be unsatisfactory and the structural designer was not responding to their queries. The reporter found that the structural design being followed was far from competent.
21 August 2023
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1236
Region: CROSS-UK
Explosive demolition of structures
John Wolstenholme shares his insights on the use of Relevant Good Practice for the explosive demolition of structures, and the expectations to be demonstrated in the concept, design, methodology and safe undertaking of an explosive demolition project.
11 December 2023
Third party content
Lack of fire safety competence in care home setting
A fire and rescue service is concerned about the lack of competence of maintenance personnel working in care homes. This is following two incidents where poor electrical and fire door maintenance put residents at risk.
20 February 2024
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1255
Region: CROSS-UK
Fire protection considerations for roof structures in building design
The reporter highlights concerns that Approved Document B (ADB) is being misapplied or misinterpreted when applying structural fire protections to a roof structure.
20 February 2024
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1249
Region: CROSS-UK
The stack effect and considerations for smoke control
A reporter believes real-world tests demonstrate that existing smoke control systems may not suitably account for typical winter stack effect conditions.
20 November 2023
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1250
Region: CROSS-UK
Dangerous alteration work results in two terraced houses being demolished
Two mid terrace properties forming four flats had been underpinned and excavated to form a new basement whilst simultaneously removing internal and rear walls. This left the building in a dangerous condition and subject to a demolition order from the local council.
20 February 2024
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1274
Region: CROSS-UK
Durability issues with engineered timber
A reporter has observed durability issues with engineered timber when there is water ingress or condensation issues. It appears to disintegrate significantly more than a conventional timber, resulting in structural failure rather than distortion.
21 February 2024
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1275
Region: CROSS-UK
Bridge precursor events
A Theme Page to highlight the importance of, and encourage knowledge sharing on, bridge precursor events.
CROSS Theme Page
Region: CROSS-UK, CROSS-AUS, CROSS-US