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Masonry support prop adaptor
A reporter has written to say that when carrying out temporary needling and propping of openings formed in masonry walls one of the most important aspects is to ensure that the props are concentrically loaded and plumb.
1 July 2006
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 32
Region: CROSS-UK
Effective lengths of load-bearing walls
A reporter raises concerns about masonry walls that they feel do not comply with the limitations on effective length.
1 July 2007
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 56
Region: CROSS-UK
Lack of control on site when underpinning
The concern is in relation to the sequencing of construction and the lack of control on site from competent persons during underpinning works.
1 October 2011
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 241
Region: CROSS-UK
Wall tie design between masonry panels and timber frames
This report discusses the potential for failure of timber frame wall ties between masonry and timber in moderate to high wind conditions.
1 January 2020
CROSS Safety Report
Report ID: 832
Region: CROSS-UK
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