SECTION 2 DEMOLITION GENERAL SPECIFICATION 2013

SECTION 2

DEMOLITION

DEMOLISHING STRUCTURES

GENERAL

MINOR DEMOLITION WORK

2.01 Minor Demolition Works

(1) Minor demolition work shall refer to the demolition of small part of structure without
substantial structural implication e.g.:
(a) Taken down a slab inside a small domestic flat for recasting;
(b) Removal of small cover or decks;
(c) Removal of free-standing simple structure;
(d) Removal part of internal staircase;
(e) Removal of other structures as agreed with SO
(2) Unless otherwise agreed with SO, the following Clauses are not applicable to the
minor demolition work:

Clause No. Clause Title

(a) 2.02 2.03 Demolition Subcontractor
(b) 2.04(2) Demolition Plan
(c) 2.08 RSE & RGE
(d) 2.13, 2.14(1) Submissions
2.15 (1), 2.16 &
2.17
(e) 2.25(2) & 2.25(3) Supervision Plan
(f) 2.26(3) Use of Form ICU20
(g) 2.28 Site Video Recording System
(h) 2.39 Daily Site Inspection in the Morning
(i) 2.40 Induction Training
(j) 2.54 Disposal of Materials to be Collected / Recycled Off
Site

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DEMOLITION SUB-CONTRACTOR

2.02 Information on Demolition Sub-contractor

In the event that parts of the demolition works are to be sub-let in accordance with
Specification Section 1, submit with the tender the following information:
(1) Letter of intent from the proposed sub-contractor whom the tenderer intends to
employ for the Contract should the tenderer be awarded the Contract, indicating his
willingness to carry out the proposed parts of the demolition works;
(2) The names of the directors or sole proprietor and site representatives of the
proposed sub-contractor; and
(3) The activity and the scope of the proposed sub-contract.

2.03 Conditions on Demolition Sub-contract

(1) In the event that parts of demolition works are to be sub-let in accordance with
Specification Section 1, incorporate the following conditions into the sub-contract:
(a) The activity and the scope of the sub-contract;
(b) The sub-contractor is not allowed to sublet the demolition works;
(c) The sub-contractor is not allowed to sublet more than one tier the
following works:
(i) Scaffolding;
(ii) Mechanical handling and lifting (for tower crane only); and
(iii) Mechanical plant and equipment for demolition works.
(d) A probity clause shall be included in the sub-contract such that:

" If the sub-contractor or any of his agents or employees are found to have offered
or given advantage, gratuity, bonus, discount, bribe or loan of any sort to any
agent or employee of the Contractor, Hong Kong Housing Authority or Housing
Department, the Contractor shall at liberty forthwith terminate the employment of
the sub-contractor under the sub-contract. The Contractor, Hong Kong Housing
Authority or Housing Department shall hold the sub-contractor liable for any loss or
damage which the Contractor, Hong Kong Housing Authority or Housing
Department may thereby sustain. "

(2) Before execution of the sub-contract works, submit to the SO a signed copy of the
sub-contract or written confirmation signed by the Contractor and the sub-
contractor confirming that the conditions stated in Sub-clause (1) above have been
included into the sub-contract.

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DESIGN

GENERAL

2.04 Existing Information

(1) The information on the structure to be demolished as contained in the Contract is
given in good faith and without prejudice to the Contractor's liability under the
Contract.
(2) The demolition plan for the preparation of the method statements, which is issued
as a reference for adoption or proposed deviation as per clause 2.14, is to be
provided, if considered necessary, by SO.

2.05 Contractors Responsibility

Accept sole responsibility for the execution of the demolition works including but not
limited to the preparation of the method statements as specified in clause 2.14
notwithstanding that such method statements may have followed the demolition plan
which is for reference only.

2.06 Standards and Statutory Requirements

(1) Comply with all requirements relevant to demolition works issued by the
Government of HKSAR and / or all relevant statutory authorities;

(2) Where this Specification includes provisions additional to, or more stringent than
those of the Building Regulations, the provisions of this Specification will prevail
overall.

2.07 Non-compliance
(1) In the event of non-compliance with the restrictions specified regarding the
method of demolition to be employed and the sequence of operations to be
followed, an Instruction to cease work may be issued by the SO;
(2) The contractor shall bear any extra time or cost compensation in respect of or
resulting from such Instruction to cease work.

2.08 Registered Structural Engineer and Registered Geotechnical Engineer

(1) Appoint a Registered Structural Engineer (RSE) registered under Buildings
Ordinance for the preparation and endorsement of the method statements, with
drawings and design calculations, and any other submissions as required by this
Specification;
(2) The duties and roles of the RSE include but not limited to:
(a) Take up the full design responsibility for method statements and all related
drawings and calculations as required under this Specification;
(b) Take up the role of Contractor's Representative and the highest grade TCP
in the Contractor's Stream under SP;

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(c) Check that assumptions made in the design of temporary works and
method statements are validated on Site;
(d) Prepare a risk assessment report with the Safety Officer including an
inspection schedule for all staff such as RSE, site engineer, Safety Officer,
site agent, site supervisor / foreman on all critical activities in demolition
work;
(e) Pay regular site visits for proper control of the works and submit reports
after each visit to certify the work is safe;
(f) Carry out inspections on other activities which, in his professional
judgement, are critical and require close supervision;
(3) The frequency of RSE's visits shall be a minimum of two visits per each month;
(4) In case of change of RSE, the new RSE has to endorse and re-submit the method
statements prepared by the former RSE and take up the role of Contractor's
Representative and the highest grade TCP in the Contractor's Stream under SP;
(5) Where demolition works affecting slopes and retaining wall, appoint a Registered
Geotechnical Engineer (RGE) registered under Buildings Ordinance for the
preparation and endorsement of the geotechnical report / supporting
documentation for the submissions as mentioned in above Sub-clause (1).

SURVEY AND PREPARATORY WORK

2.09 Survey
Prior to commencement of Work,
(1) Visit the Site and inspect the appropriate drawings and demolition plan as issued
by SO to ascertain the extent and scope of the demolition works required;
(2) Identify demolition procedures for any unconventional structural elements.

2.10 Existing Services

Before commencement of demolition works,
(1) Locate and identify position of existing services affected by the works;
(2) Ensure all statutory authority's installations have been safely disconnected and
associated fittings and equipment have been removed;
(3) Be responsible for liaison with the relevant Government Departments and utilities
companies for disconnecting existing utilities and services within the Site. Allow
sufficient time in the programme for the utilities and services disconnections.

2.11 Survey on Materials with Potential Danger

(1) Within 14 days following the notified date for the commencement of the Works,
carry out survey on the presence of wastewater, hazardous materials, matters
arising from toxic chemicals, etc. and possible presence of materials which can
contribute to contaminations on the environment;
(2) Submit method of removal for SOs approval within 14 days in case of any of these
materials being identified.

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2.12 Survey on Materials to be Collected / Recycled

(1) Carry out a survey before the demolition process to ascertain the types and
quantities of materials to be collected / recycled as specified in clause 2.20;
(2) Identify also the recovery / recycling companies or organizations for recovery and
recycling of the materials other than those specified in clause 2.20;
(3) Submit the survey record for SO 's approval within 21 days from the notified date
for the commencement of the Works.
SUBMISSIONS

2.13 Submissions prior to Consent Application

(1) Submit three sets of the following documents to SO for approval at such date
which shall be a date within 14 days after the notified date for commencement of
the Works and minimum 42 days before application for consent of demolition
works under clause 2.15:
(a) SP for the Contractor's Stream as specified in clause 2.25;
(b) Method statements as specified in clause 2.14;
(2) Allow a minimum of 72 days for the first submission and a minimum of 67 days for
any subsequent re-submission required for obtaining the Approval;
(3) Allow sufficient time in the programme of Works for obtaining the said Approval
and subsequent re-submissions.

2.14 Method Statements

(1) Submit the method statements prepared and endorsed by the RSE and RGE
according to clause 2.08 for SO's approval including but not limited to the
followings:
(a) Method of demolition;
(b) Sequence of operation;
(c) Method and sequence of the salvage of the reusable and recyclable materials
from structures;
(d) Precautionary measures;
(e) Debris disposal and management system as required in Code of Practice for
Demolition of Buildings 2004 (CoPDem) issued by Buildings Department;
(f) Special safety considerations;
(g) Post-demolition arrangement;
(h) Risk assessment report as per clause 2.08;
(i) Deviations, if any, from the demolition plan as per clause 2.04;
(j) Recovery / recycling company as specified in clause 2.54; and
(k) Others as requested by SO.
(2) The method statements shall comply with this Specification and all statutory
requirements relevant to demolition works;

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(3) The method statements shall also comply with the following codes:

(a) Code of Practice for Demolition of Buildings 2004 (CoPDem) issued by

Buildings Department;
(b) Code of Practice for Bamboo Scaffolding Safety (CoPScaffold) issued by
Labour Department;
(c) Code of Practice for Site Supervision 2009 (CoPSS) issued by Buildings
Department; and
(d) Technical Memorandum for Supervision Plans 2009 (TMSP) issued by
Buildings Department.

2.15 Consent to commence Demolition Works

(1) Submit the following supporting documents specified in Particular Specification and
allow a minimum of 35 days for granting the consent to commence demolition
works :
(a) Approved submissions as detailed in clause 2.13;
(b) for demolition contracts involving demolishing complex structures, personal
particulars, qualifications and experience of a TCP Grade T4 (registered
professional engineer) of the Contractor's stream, as the site engineer specified
in clause 2.26;
(c) Personal particulars, qualifications and experience of the operators of any
powered mechanical plant or equipment proposed to be used in the demolition
as specified in clause 2.52;
(d) Form ICU 8;
(e) If applicable, evidence to show the removal of all asbestos materials and other
potential danger materials; and
(f) A properly translated Chinese version of the Approved method statements as per
clause 2.14;
(g) Others as specified by SO;
(2) Do not commence demolition works without a written consent from SO and until
all precautionary measures as stated in clause 2.29 are complete :
(3) Notwithstanding the consent granted under Sub-clause 1 for the demolition works
of the whole Site, do not commence demolition works of which the demolition is
considered critical or higher risk unless a separate consent is granted by the SO.
(4) When required, do not commence certain critical activities for the part(s) of works
as detailed in Sub-clause 3 unless a separate consent is granted by the SO.

2.16 Commencement of Demolition Works

Notify SO and submit Form ICU 10 after obtaining the consent and before commencing
the demolition works.

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2.17 Completion of Demolition Works

Submit Form ICU 14A to notify the SO of the completion of the demolition works as
detailed in the demolition plan at least 32 days prior to the completion of the demolition
works.

MATERIALS

MATERIALS ARISING FROM THE DEMOLITION WORKS

2.18 Materials not required for Re-use

Unless otherwise specified at clause 2.19, all materials arising from demolition including
electric light fittings, fans, water heaters etc. and all playground equipment, which are to
be removed from Site as work proceeds, are property of the Contractor.

2.19 Materials required by the Authority

Materials which remain as the property of the Authority are to be instructed by SO.

2.20 Materials to be Collected / Recycled

Unless otherwise approved by the SO, carefully remove, sort and store the following
categories of materials separately in accordance with clause 2.43 and clause 2.54
without causing or releasing any contamination to the environment:
(a) Furniture, and loose fixtures, sorted at source into different salvageable categories
including timber, paper, plastic and metal;
(b) Electrical appliances;
(c) Electric cables and switches;
(d) Metal, metal gates, handrails and metallic fixtures;
(e) Windows and window frames;
(f) Any other materials identified by the Contractor in accordance with clause 2.12.

2.21 Hardcore
Brick rubble or other hard materials as clause 3.09 (b) arising from the demolition may
be re-used as hardcore.

2.22 Excavated Materials suitable for Filling

(1) Unless certified otherwise by SO, all materials excavated are deemed suitable for
filling purposes;
(2) SO's decision regarding the suitability of excavated materials for filling purposes
applies only to this Contract and only to the extent that such opinion is not
subsequently changed.

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WORKMANSHIP

GENERAL

2.23 Sequence
(1) Do not proceed with the demolition of the building and associated structures
before all reusable and recyclable materials as specified in clause 2.20 are
removed from the building or the structure;
(2) Unless otherwise approved by SO, carry out demolition work on a floor to floor
basis commencing at roof / top floor level as applicable;
(3) Do not dismantle any existing steel props forming part of the structural
strengthening works in a floor prior to the demolition of that floor;
(4) Ensure all operators and workers involved understand clearly the method and
sequence of demolition. Draw sketches with explanation in Chinese illustrating the
work sequences and post them in a conspicuous position on Site.

2.24 Method of Demolition

(1) Use only hand held equipment for the salvage of reusable and recyclable materials
from structures;
(2) Use of the following demolition methods will not be permitted:
(a) Swinging ball ;
(b) Drop ball ; or
(c) Blasting
(3) When and as directed by SO, adopt the following silent type methods for demolition
of reinforced concrete slab, beam, column and / or wall :-
(a) Diamond wire cutting method ;
(b) Concrete crusher ;
(c) Saw cutting; and
(d) Concrete coring

SUPERVISION

2.25 Supervision Plan

(1) The Supervision Plan (SP) shall comply in all respects with the requirements stated
in the TMSP and CoPSS;
(2) Complete and submit Form ICU206 for the SP for demolition works under the
Contractor's Stream in accordance with TMSP, and the CoPSS;

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(3) The submitted SP shall include the following additional safety supervision
requirements at critical stages of the works unless otherwise approved by SO:

Contractor's Stream
Critical Stages of the Works
AS CR/T5Note T4 T3 T2 T1
Full Full
Cantilevered Structures Bi-weekly Bi-weekly Full Time -
Time Time
Full Full
Factory Block Bi-weekly Bi-weekly Full Time -
Time Time
Note: As specified in clause 2.08, the RSE shall take up the role of Contractor's
Representative (CR) and the highest grade TCP in Contractor's Stream under
SP.

2.26 Technically Competent Persons

(1) Appoint TCPs under the Contractor's Stream for demolition works as per the
submitted Site Supervision Plan required in clause 2.25 for the duration of the
Contract;

(2) The appointed TCP shall oversee the entire process of demolition works and whose
duties include but not limited to:

(a) Inspect precautionary measures;

(b) Ensure effectiveness of propping system; and;

(c) Prevent overloading of floors;

(3) Post details of appointed TCPs in the specified Form ICU20 in a prominent position
adjacent the Works.

2.27 Flagman

During removal of demolition material arrange for a flagman to be in attendance at each

site entrance and exit used for this purpose.

2.28 Site Video Recording System

(1) Provide, operate and maintain, including all necessary cables, wirings, lightings
and other accessories, a video recording system to record the entire demolition
process with the following essential features:
(a) The video cameras used in the system should be of high resolution,
lowlight and colour type;
(b) Power backup should be provided to cater for accidental breakdown of the
power supply to the system;
(c) Videos captured by the system shall be recorded continuously without
break unless agreed by SO; and
(d) Videos shall be captured in a format acceptable to SO.

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(2) Install a minimum of 6 nos. of video cameras per block at strategic locations as
specified by SO. Re-locate the video cameras from time to time to suit the
progress of the demolition works as instructed by SO;
(3) Securely protect the video cameras from being damaged or blocked so that the
entire demolition process including movement of debris and the overall sequences
of demolition can be recorded;
(4) Design and construct all necessary temporary works, including any supporting
frames and protections, for the video cameras and their accessories, even at high
level;
(5) Provide the software and hardware for SO's viewing the recorded videos and keep
the videos for at least 14 days;
(6) Post sufficient notices at conspicuous positions to notify the workers and staff
about the purpose of video recording system in accordance with Data Protection
Principles set out in the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance.

SAFETY AND PROTECTION

2.29 Precautionary Measures

(1) Carry out necessary surveys as the demolition proceeds to detect hazards resulting
from the activities and inform SO forthwith;
(2) In the salvage of reusable and recyclable materials, do not use cutting torches
until the work area is cleared of flammable materials. Maintain portable fire-
suppression devices during flame-cutting operations, and maintain adequate
ventilation when using cutting torches;
(3) Do not commence demolition works until the following procedures and works are
complete:
(a) Removal of the reusable and recyclable materials as specified in clause
2.20 from structures;
(b) Granting of written consent by SO as specified in clause 2.15;
(c) Erection of hoardings, covered walkways, etc;
(d) Erection of shoring, strutting, protective screening etc as specified in
Specification Section 1 , clauses 2.30 and 2.31;
(e) Removal of all asbestos containing materials and provision of associated
protective works as specified in Particular Specification in individual building
blocks or structures prior to the demolition of those individual building
blocks or structures;
(f) Provision of water supply at points of demolition works action to SO's
satisfaction;
(g) Installation of debris chutes outlet enclosures to SO's satisfaction; and
(h) Disconnection and termination of all utility services as specified in clause
2.10.

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2.30 Shoring and Strutting

(1) Provide, maintain, alter and adapt all temporary supports and strutting of
adequate strength to support walls, floors, roofs etc and ensure safety of the
public, operatives and adjoining property;
(2) Submit details of the proposed methods of support designed by Registered
Structural Engineer for SO's approval unless specified otherwise by SO;
(3) Remove all temporary supports on completion and make good to works disturbed.

2.31 Protection of Adjoining Area

(1) Protect adjoining areas from the risk of falling debris with a protective screen
enclosure encasing the whole building to be demolished;
(2) Protect adjoining areas from the risk of fire by the followings:
(a) Provide and properly maintain a sufficient number of portable fire fighting
appliances during the course of demolition works: minimum 1 fire
extinguisher and 2 buckets of sand in each staircase on each floor;
(b) Provide and maintain the water supply including the installation of water
tank, pump or apparatus as necessary for sprinkling the working floor
continually to suppress risk of fire when flame cutting is carried out within
5 m from the scaffolding; and
(c) Provide full time supervision by a competent supervisor when flame cutting
is carried out within 5 m from the scaffolding.
(3) Employ a Registered Structural Engineer to prepare design and method statement
for scaffolding, catch platform, covered walkway with steel catch platform,
protective canopy, etc. for submission to SO's approval. Their design and
construction shall include but not limited to:
(a)
(i) Unless otherwise specified, construct screen with ordinary tarpaulin sheets
supported by adequately sized bamboo scaffolding or other framework and
erected according to the Construction Sites (Safety) Regulations and the Code
of Practice for Bamboo Scaffolding Safety (CoPScaffold);
(ii) Provide fire-retardant tarpaulin sheets instead of ordinary tarpaulin sheets to
the faces of the blocks when the clearance from the tarpaulin to the external
facade of adjacent occupied building is less than 6m;
(iii) The fire-retardant tarpaulin sheets shall be light weight and constructed of
fire retardant materials meeting one of the following requirements:
- Class B material as specified in BS 5867; or
- Flame retardant test for certain items, light weight cloths methods,
provided by the Fire Retardant Regulations for Protective Canvas for
Construction, Japan Ministerial Ordinance of the Ministry of Home Affair;
or
- Any equivalent standard criteria or testing approved by the SO.

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(b)
(i) Unless otherwise specified, construct bamboo scaffolding in single row;
(ii) Construct bamboo scaffolding in double row unless otherwise specified
below:-
- The scaffolding is solely used for fixing enclosure sheeting to confine dust
and debris within the building under demolitions; and;
- No workers shall be working on the scaffolding except for installing,
repairing, dismantling of the scaffolding and during emergency; and
- Single row scaffolding is stable.
(c) Maintain height of screen at a minimum level of 1000 mm above the structure
being demolished;
(d) Construct screen in 3 layers, with minimum overlapping width of 300 mm,
and fix screen to the frame at regular intervals - the innermost net of
minimum 3.5 mm diameter heavy duty nylon (maximum mesh grid opening
50 mm), tarpaulin sheet and the outermost nylon net of minimum 1.0 mm
diameter (maximum mesh grid opening 20 mm), all materials use shall resist
ultra-violet light deterioration;
(e) For scaffoldings higher than 15 m above the ground floor level, provide steel
brackets anchored to the existing structure or other support system at
interval of not more than 15 m to support the scaffolding;
(f) Tie scaffolding to the buildings at intervals of not more than 4 m in both
horizontal and vertical directions to firm supports to guard against storms /
typhoon. Check ties effectively restraining scaffolding at all times, particularly
before and after storms / typhoons;
(g) Dismantling of the scaffolds shall coincide with the demolition progress. When
the wall ties are disconnected due to the demolition of the building structure,
the unsecured section of the scaffoldings shall be removed accordingly. In all
times, the unbraced sections shall not be higher than 2 m from the nearest
anchor;
(h) Inspect and reinstate the ties for scaffolding if any of the ties are fixed onto
materials or fixtures specified in 2.20.
(4) Provide additional protective canopy for blocks close to the streets as directed by
SO;
(5) Carry out vibration monitoring at locations specified by SO during demolition and
the peak particle velocities at these locations specified shall not exceed 15 mm /
second for prolonged vibration caused by mechanical demolition;
(6) Maintain safe ingress and egress for adjoining properties at all the times.

2.32 Catchfan
(1) Construct catchfan to the satisfaction of SO to prevent fall of demolition debris
around perimeter of building under demolition;
(2) Construct catchfan at a vertical distance of not more than 10 m below the working
floor;
(3) Erect sloping catchfan with a horizontal extension of at least 1500 mm from the
exterior face of the scaffold;

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(4) The typical angle of inclination shall be 20 to 45 from the horizontal plane.

2.33 Supporting Existing Structures

(1) Support existing structures as necessary during cutting of new openings or
replacement of structural members;
(2) Prior to commencement of works, submit details of all intended arrangements for
structural support designed by Registered Structural Engineer for SO's approval;
(3) Do not remove supports until new work is capable of carrying all loads.

2.34 Partly Demolished Structures

Leave the Site and partly demolished structures in a safe condition at the end of each
day's work. No accumulation of debris, particularly at working floors and at ground floor,
which causes excessive pressure on the floors, slopes, retaining structures, hoardings /
covered walkways and walls of adjoining buildings.

2.35 Weatherproofing Retained Areas of partially Demolished Buildings

(1) Protect retained building structure and interiors exposed during course of
demolition works with a temporary weather-tight screen erected 1000 mm back
from perimeter edge of floor;
(2) Construct screens with close boarding fixed to framing and faced outside with
roofing felt of an Approved type;
(3) Cover the exposed floor beyond the screening with roofing felt of similar type to
that used to face screens;
(4) Form a waterproof seal between floor and screen;
(5) Construct doors in the screens and fix with secure fastenings and hanging devices
as necessary to provide authorised access.

2.36 Prevention of Overloading

(1) Do not overload the structure under demolition with the reusable and recyclable
materials, demolition plant and / or resulting debris;
(2) Provide temporary shoring and strutting in accordance with the demolition plan or
Approved method statement;
(3) Bear all costs of temporary shoring or strutting required;
(4) Maximum weight of mobile equipment on suspended floors shall not exceed
11,600 kg. The use of plants heavier than 11,600 kg are subject to the
requirements of Sub-clause (2) above and SO's approval;
(5) Unless approved by SO, the minimum number of consecutive floors required to
distribute mobile equipment loading through popping is 5;
(6) Unless approved by SO, the minimum number of consecutive floors required to
distribute localize loading from temporary ramp through propping is 5;
(7) Maximum spacing of steel props in each direction is 1.2 m;

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(8) Use steel props of minimum bearing capacity 25 kN (45 kN for local area under
temporary ramp);
(9) Secure and wedge tight top and bottom supports of props. Fix bracings / ties to
the props to provide lateral restraints in at least two directions;
(10) Do not allow mobile equipment to move to within 2 m of the building edge, 1 m of
any floor opening or on to any cantilevered structures;
(11) Provide adequate spreader for props bearing on ground, where necessary, to avoid
any undue settlement.

2.37 Overhead Wires

Prevent damage to overhead wires during demolition operations.

2.38 Risk of Fire or Explosion

Take precautions to prevent fire or explosion from gas or vapour release, electricity or
any other source, especially when removing tanks or pipes which may have contained
flammable liquids or gases.

2.39 Daily Site Inspection in the Morning

(1) Do not commence any demolition works on each day unless the daily morning site
inspection has been carried out by the Safety Officer and the TCP(s) specified in
the SP;
(2) Submit to SO a plan, including the inspection route(s), check list(s) and the name
of Safety Officer and TCP(s), for carrying out the daily morning site inspection;
(3) Revise the plan from time to time to suit the actual site progress and resource.

2.40 Induction Training

(1) Implement a site specific induction training system to ensure that all workers and
machine operators fully understand the demolition sequences and precautionary
measures before allowing them to work on Site;
(2) Keep a proper record of the trained workers / operators and submit to SO
monthly.

2.41 Clear Emergency Access

Maintain at all times at least one clear emergency access at the working floor during
demolition for the safe passage of all personnel.

2.42 Routine Daily Site Inspection by Supervising Officer

During demolition works, SO may carry out routine site inspection at any time during
each working day. For safety reason, the demolition works, in particular those on
working floors, may be required to be temporarily suspended if instructed by SO. Allow
time and cost for the routine site inspection of SO. No claim whatsoever will be
entertained for the interruption, if any, of the demolition works.

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DEMOLITION WORKS

2.43 Sorting Processing and Removal of Demolition Materials

(1) Submit a method statement to SO indicating proposed sorting and processing
method;
(2) Unless specified otherwise, sort and process the materials to be collected /
recycled arising from the demolition works;
(3) Separate out all timber, steel, rubbish, materials to be collected / recycled as
specified in clause 2.20 and other decomposable material;
(4) Arrange for collection and removal of the materials to be collected / recycled off
site in accordance with their types as specified in clause 2.20;
(5) Break down large sized demolition fragments of building debris to 250 mm
maximum size all round; and
(6) Remove materials arising from demolition from site as work proceeds.

2.44 Dismantling and Storage of Materials required by the Authority

Carefully dismantle and remove to store materials specified at clause 2.19.

2.45 Underground Features

Report to SO details of any underground tanks, wells etc discovered during demolition
works and await his Instructions.

2.46 Disused Drains and Manholes

Allow disused drains to vent built-up gases before proceeding with works below ground
level as follows:
(1) Pipework: plug ends of disused drains by filling bore with 15 / 20 grade concrete
150 mm or diameter of pipe if greater;
(2) Manholes: plug ends of pipes as Sub-clause (1) above. Break up top 300 mm of
chamber and fill void with hardcore.

2.47 Sorting and Removal of Excavated Materials

(1) Sort suitable and unsuitable materials into separate temporary spoil heaps in
locations agreed with SO;
(2) Remove unsuitable materials from site as work proceeds.

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2.48 Filling Voids

(1) After excavation, backfill and compact voids with suitable material such as
Approved excavated material and / or general filling material as specified in
Specification Section 3;
(2) Level to adjacent paving level with compacted hardcore 100 mm thick;
(3) Do not use unsuitable materials such as salvaged materials or debris arising from
demolition for backfilling;
(4) The opinion of SO as to the suitability of filling materials applies to the Contract
only and only to the extent that such opinion is not subsequently changed.

2.49 Levelling
Unless otherwise Instructed, level off the site to the satisfaction of SO on completion of
the work.

2.50 Requirement for Studies during Contract Period

(1) Carry out as instructed structural monitoring, non-destructive testing, concrete
cores extraction, concrete sampling and exposures, and partial or full cutting of
reinforcement bars;
(2) Provide adequate water, electricity supply and temporary falsework;
(3) Construct temporary falsework capable of sustaining the self-weight of the canopy
for designated area underneath first floor canopy, as instructed by SO.

2.51 Structure Supporting Ground

(1) Where adjacent land or building may be affected, submit temporary support
details prepared by Registered Structural Engineer for SO's approval;
(2) Submit detailed temporary support system prepared by Registered Structural
Engineer for SO's approval where the retaining structure is:
(a) Higher than 3 m in height; and
(b) Liable to affect any road, building, structure, slope steeper than 30 or
water mains 75 mm in diameter or greater, the affected area being defined
as within the 45 line up from the retaining wall base to the ground surface
at wall crest.

2.52 Operation of Powered Mechanical Plant or Equipment

(1) Operate mechanical plant or equipment for demolition work by competent
operators under the immediate supervision of a TCP as specified in clause 2.26;
(2) Submit full details including names, addresses, qualifications and experience of
these operators for applying the consent to commence demolition works under
clause 2.14;
(3) The operators of powered mechanical plant or equipment used in demolition works
shall meet the requirements as specified in Building (Demolition Works)
Regulations, Clause 9 (3);

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(4) The operators shall have completed a training course in " Demolition of Building
Course for Plant Operators " organized by the Construction Industry Council
Training Authority (CICTA) and obtained the relevant certificate and shall have at
least three years experience in operating the particular plant or equipment.
Equivalent training and certificates issued by a recognised examining body may
also be favourably considered by SO for meeting the requirement;
(5) Notify SO within 7 days of the change in the appointment of the operator and
provide the personal particulars, qualifications and experience of the new operator.

2.53 Removal of part of Building

Where the removal of a part of a building or structure may result in another part of the
building, adjoining slope, retaining wall or land becoming unsafe, submit a temporary
support proposal prepared by Registered Structural Engineer. Support external features,
enclosure walls, parapets and cantilevered construction such as canopies, cornices and
balconies before the anchorage or holding down load is removed.

2.54 Disposal of Materials to be Collected / Recycled Off Site

(1) Provide sufficient space within the Site for the storage of the materials to be
collected / recycled specified in clause 2.20 before removing them from the Site;
(2) Produce a Material for Salvage Form (MSF) for each and every vehicular trip
transporting reusable and recyclable materials as follows:
(a) Propose the format of the MSF for SO's agreement;
(b) The MSF shall contain the following information:
(i) Contract title, Name of Contractor, Contract No.;
(ii) Location of Site;
(iii) The name of the recovery / recycling company;
(iv) The vehicle registration number;
(v) Approximate load;
(vi) Type of salvaged materials;
(vii) Time of departure.
(c) Complete the MSF in duplicate except for the entry of the " time of
departure " before leaving the Site.
(3) Prior to the vehicle leaving the Site, present to the site supervisory staff of the SO
the completed Form for inserting the time of departure and signing. Forward a
copy of the MSF to the site supervisory staff for record;
(4) Employ a contractor, who shall be a recovery / recycling company listed in the "
Directory of Recovery / Recycling Companies in Hong Kong " maintained by the
Environmental Protection Department of the Government of the Hong Kong Special
Administrative Region, to salvage the reusable and recyclable materials; and
(5) All materials to be collected / recycled shall become the property of the Contractor
when they are removed from the site.

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