Conventional demolition is the act of doing away with or destroying by wrecking or the taking out of any load-supporting structural member. Conventional demolition is planned demolition.

Demolition hazards are similar to construction hazards. Additional hazards demolition contractors might encounter due to unknown factors include deviations from the structure's original design, materials hidden within structural members, or unknown strengths or weaknesses of construction materials. To counter these unknowns, all demolition personnel must be aware of these types of hazards and the safety precautions to take to control them.

During conventional or planned demolition the structures are intact. Inspections, surveys, and sample collections are performed. The demolition contractor can evaluate the project in its entirety. The contractor can take a number of steps to safeguard the health and safety of workers at the job site before demolition work begins.












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