Introduction

What is Urban Blight?

Blight Removal Process

Demolition and Deconstruction

How Dangerous is Blight Removal Work?

Standards Applicable to Blight Removal

Pre-demolition activities

Demolition Planning

Engineering Survey

Physical Hazards

Fall hazards

Struck by hazards

Electrical hazards

Caught-in-between hazards

Fire hazards

Workplace violence and other hazards

Health Hazards

Asbestos, Lead, Silica

Hazardous Atmosphere and Confined Spaces

Biohazards

Noise

Hierarchy of Controls

Engineering controls

Administrative controls

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Summary