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Inadequate temporary works on domestic project
An example of inadequate temporary works on a project, and problems reporting the safety issue to the authorities.
14 December 2021
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1044
Region: CROSS-UK
Failure of cantilevered stone staircase
During the renovation and change-of-use conversion of a former minor stately home built around 1830, under pedestrian loading, a ‘cantilevered’ stone staircase partially collapsed without warning.
21 February 2023
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1147
Region: CROSS-UK
Underpinning using screw piles
A reporter is concerned that inclined screw piles used for underpinning may be subjected to significant bending moments that compromise their capacity.
7 November 2023
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1175
Region: CROSS-AUS
Poor quality design leads to failure for a small design and build contract
An example of a small design and build contract where poor design and management led to an inadequate structure being built.
6 June 2022
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 1088
Region: CROSS-UK
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
Progressive collapse of an old mill building during a fire
An old mill building that was constructed around 1830 collapsed unexpectedly in a fire.
1 October 2008
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 122
Region: CROSS-UK
Do current regulations apply when repairing older buildings?
A 19th century three story mill was subject to a fire which resulted in the sudden collapse of part of the interior structure.
1 October 2010
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 212
Region: CROSS-UK
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