Discussion Points:

[1:10] Nick describes what constitutes structural soundness and the conditions that may lead to structural damage.

[3:05] Initial design and maintenance are key factors in reducing occurrences of slab overload.

[7:16] Long-term neglect raises the likelihood of building collapse.

[8:18] Unsafe conditions and deferred repairs or maintenance can cause serious damage and injury.

[10:40] Tell-tale signs of a lack of structural integrity in buildings.

[15:55] Reserve inspections, generally, do not provide information about a building’s structural integrity.

[19:03] A qualified structural engineer will holistically assess a building’s past repairs and current complaints to identify potential integrity issues.

Resources:

ETC Website

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