Structural audit and monitoring of a building is a comprehensive assessment of its overall condition and performance. We conduct it by experienced and licensed structural Engineers to identify areas in need of immediate repair, renovation or replacement.
Our key components and benefits of a structural audit include:
- Purpose: The main purpose of a structural audit is to ensure the safety and habitability of a building by identifying and correcting any structural problems or risks.
- Stages of audit: An audit typically includes preliminary inspection, visual inspection, non-destructive testing and core sampling to assess the condition of the building and identify critical areas for repairs or upgrades.
- Bylaws and regulations: Structural audits are often required by government regulations for buildings of a certain age, usually between 15 and 30 years.
- Benefits: An audit helps save lives, understand the condition of a building, ensure compliance with legal requirements and extend the life cycle of a building by recommending preventive and corrective measures.
- Certification and reporting: A structural audit may be required to obtain certification from the municipality or other authorities, and the results are presented in a detailed report that includes a building safety assessment and recommendations for any necessary repairs or improvements.
Building and structural audits highlight the importance of compliance with regulatory requirements and legislation. In addition, monitoring a building structures during its operational phase emphasizes the importance of ensuring safety, durability and overall sustainability.
To provide civil and structural audits EK Innovative Engineering follow a comprehensive process to ensure the safety and integrity of buildings and structures. Our process of structural audit involves examining the overall condition, structure, and risks of a building to identify and address possible defects, ensuring the safety of its occupants.
We also ensure our Clients in staying compliant with legal and regulatory requirements. The audit and monitoring we provide is conducted by experienced and licensed Structural Engineers using professional equipment and software, and the findings presented in a detailed report that includes an assessment of the current condition and suggestions for appropriate repairs and retrofitting measures.
Additionally, conducting regular structural safety audits we help with scheduling and performing predictive and preventive maintenance tasks and repairs, thus minimizing the risk of sudden collapses or accidents and extending the lifespan of the building.
The process of our civil and structural audit typically involves the following steps:
- Site Visit and Inspection: A detailed technical instrumental inspection of the building or structures is conducted by experienced Structural Engineers to assess its condition and identify any defects or risks.
- Analysis and Report Compilation: The findings from the inspection are analyzed, and a detailed report is compiled, including the assessment of the current condition, identified issues, and recommendations for repairs or retrofitting measures.
- Review and Certification: The report is reviewed by our Structural Engineering team, and a comprehensive report is issued if the building in compliance with safety standards. If there are any issues, recommendations for corrective actions are provided.
It’s important to note that the process planned as a three-step process, with specific steps performed by a structural specialist, technical lab and verifying software, with coordination with our structural team.
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