2.1. Pre-Demolition Audits

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a Pre-Demolition Audit?

   Hint

   Think about what happens before a building is torn down.

2. 2.

   Name one hazardous material that might be found in a building.

   Hint

   This material was commonly used in construction in the past.

3. 3.

   What is the primary purpose of a Pre-Demolition Audit?

   • To ensure safety and recovery of materials
   • To estimate project costs
   • To conduct site measurements

   Hint

   Think about safety.

4. 4.

   True or False: Asbestos is not harmful if left undisturbed.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how asbestos behaves in a building.

5. 5.

   You are a project manager preparing for a major demolition. How do you structure a Pre-Demolition Audit to ensure safety and effective resource recovery? Include at least three key steps.

   Hint

   Think about the order of operations.

6. 6.

   In a scenario where a building is demolished without a Pre-Demolition Audit, what legal and practical consequences might ripple through the construction process? Provide at least two examples.

   Hint

   Consider legal frameworks around hazardous materials.