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  • Construction technology behind Demolition works

    In this blog post I’ll be covering the construction technology aspect of demolition and what to consider when undertaking demolition for your construction project. This is a required competency if you’re on your RICSRICS APC. This would be useful for quantity surveyors and land surveyors.

    Do I need planning permission for demolition?

    Do I need planning permission for demolition?

    Excavator working at the demolition of an old industrial buildin

    Demolition
    Demolition

    In short yes you do need planning permission for demolition work, read more here:

    Planning permission is often required before demolition work can begin in the UK. The Public Health Act 1961 makes it necessary to notify the local authority.

    Before demolition work can start, you need to notify the local authority, especially in the Inner London area, where by-laws require notification to be deposited with the district surveyor.

    In Scotland, a warrant is required from the building authority of the burgh or county where the demolition work is taking place.

    Additionally, you must inform the Health and Safety Executive of the appropriate local authority governing your project in Great Britain.

    Before any building demolition work can begin, the building owner or their agent must notify the public utilities companies, such as gas, electricity, water, and drainage authorities, as well as telecommunications services and other businesses with installations in the building.

    It’s the contractor’s responsibility to ensure all services and installations they’re working on are safe or have been removed by the appropriate authority.

    Building demolition

    What is demolition?

    What is demolition?

    This is a skilled and dangerous operation, so unless the job is very small, it’s best to leave it to a specialist contractor. Demolition can be broken down into two main categories:

    • partial demolition of a structure
    • complete removal of the entire structure.

    Before any demolition or remodeling, you must carefully remove all saleable items such as copper, lead, steel fittings, and many others.

    As a general rule, taking down requires a thorough knowledge of building construction so you can identify and support load-bearing members and walls.

    Partial demolition usually requires manual labor with tools like hammers and picks. These types of operations involve the removal of smaller parts of a building, such as bricks to create new openings or rafters to add dormer windows.

    Preliminary considerations

    SURVEYS

    Before any demolition work is started, a detailed survey and examination should be done on the building or structure and its surroundings.

    Photographs are then taken so that the state of affairs can be considered in the future.

    All existing problems on neighboring properties should be inspected, observed and safely stored in a distinct place.

    The relationship and condition of adjoining properties that may be influenced by the demolition must also be considered and noted, given the existence of easements, wayleaves, party rights and boundary walls.

      The roof and framed structure. Make sure the order of demolition won’t cause unbalanced thrusts to occur during the work.
  • The roof and framed structure. Make sure the order of demolition won’t cause unbalanced thrusts to occur during the work.

    • Inspect all load-bearing walls and then assess their condition and thickness to determine whether they can be demolished or will need to be rebuilt.

    It’s crucial to ensure that these extend beyond public footpaths, as well as past the boundaries of the property.

    • Before construction, get a second opinion on your balconies, heavy cornices and stairs.
    • Services
    • drainage
    • electrical supply;
    • service pipes and gas mains
    • water mains and services pipes;
    • telephone cables, underground and above ground;
    • radio and television relay cables;
    • district heating mains.

    Prior to demolition, you should survey the entire site to ensure hazards are removed. You’ll want to make sure there are no oil drums or gas cylinders laying around. If the building’s construction is unclear, study all available drawings and analyze them carefully. Alternatively, conduct a detailed survey of a building under the guidance of an experienced surveyor.

    INSURANCE

    Insurance companies and underwriters usually regard demolition work as especially hazardous. As a result, the demolition process is typically contracted out. Even minor work such as removal might not be covered under a general contractor\u2019s insurance policy. In other words, where demolition or removals form part of a contract for additional work, builders should make sure that their insurance will cover all issues, including claims from operatives and other parties involved with these aspects of the work. Insurance must also cover any third party risks, such as damage claims to property and business, public utilities, and local authority maintained roads and paving.

    Insurance companies and underwriters usually regard demolition work as especially hazardous. As a result, the demolition process is typically contracted out. Even minor work such as removal might not be covered under a general contractor\u2019s insurance policy. In other words, where demolition or removals form part of a contract for additional work, builders should make sure that their insurance will cover all issues, including claims from operatives and other parties involved with these aspects of the work. Insurance must also cover any third party risks, such as damage claims to property and business, public utilities, and local authority maintained roads and paving.

    your business, public utilities, and roads. We also cover damage to your property, as well

    your business, public utilities, and roads. We also cover damage to your property, as well

    SALVAGING

    Salvage is an old practice of using materials or parts that are no longer needed. They are often resold, though they can also be avoided if they\u2019ll fit well with the new building. This can be a cost benefit towards the project but also avoids sending the waste to land fills. For example, when building an extension to an existing structure, salvaged roof tiles may go unnoticed and blend right in. They are usually cheaper new if they\u2019re not rare due for being discontinued by the manufacturer. Other examples include fireplaces, roofing slates, stairways, London Stock bricks and useful lengths of structural timber.

    Salvage

    Salvage is an old practice of using materials or parts that are no longer needed.

    They are often resold, though they can also be avoided if they’ll fit well with the new building.

    This can be a cost benefit towards the project but also avoids sending the waste to landfills.

    For example, when building an extension to an existing structure, salvaged roof tiles may go unnoticed and blend right in.

    They are usually cheaper new if they’re not rare due for being discontinued by the manufacturer.

    Other examples include fireplaces, roofing slates, stairways, London Stock bricks, and useful lengths of structural timber.

    Buildings and Salvage

    Buildings are designed to last, but over time new ones will be built and older ones will be demolished.

    Because of this, it’s essential for us to re-purpose such old architectural features as salvage.

    Demolition and Salvage

    When quoting for demolition work, contractors will consider the salvage potential.

    They will also consider a balance between the time and costs factors for careful reclamation and resale, against simply demolishing without regard.

    The latter will still require transportation of surplus materials from site, as well as attracting tipping costs at licensed receiver businesses.

    These must be highlighted carefully in the contract as to who owns the salvage of the demolition, as if this is not clear from the tender stage disputes can arise.

    HOARDINGS

    A site survey can help determine whether a location should be designated as historically significant, so that special protection for pre-existing properties, public highways, or other places used by the general population is granted.

    A site survey can help determine whether a location should be designated as historically significant, so that special protection for pre-existing properties, public highways, or other places used by the general population is granted.

    Consultation with the local authority will be required to determine their requirements for temporary works, not least the health and safety aspects. The local authority usually requires a formal application, licensing fees and possibly financial deposits against damages, particularly if the work abuts a public thoroughfare and highway.

    Consultation with the local authority will be required to determine their requirements for temporary works, not least the health and safety aspects. The local authority usually requires a formal application, licensing fees and possibly financial deposits against damages, particularly if the work abuts a public thoroughfare and highway.

    Long blank hoarding with space for advert mockup on construction site

    Hoarding
    Hoarding

    Requirements for site surveys include determining whether a location should be designated as historically significant, so that special protection for pre-existing properties, public highways, or other places used by the general population is granted.

    ASBESTOS SURVEY

    ASBESTOS SURVEY

    In the UK there are many laws and regulations relating to the use, handling, and management of asbestos. This is understandable because inhaling asbestos fibers can result in lung cancer. Much of our existing building material contains large amounts of asbestos. It was introduced for various reasons, including its fire retardant properties and resistance to damage caused by insects.

    In the UK there are many laws and regulations relating to the use, handling, and management of asbestos. This is understandable because inhaling asbestos fibers can result in lung cancer. Much of our existing building material contains large amounts of asbestos. It was introduced for various reasons, including its fire retardant properties and resistance to damage caused by insects.

    Asbestos was often sprayed onto the steelwork of buildings to protect them from fire, used as a pipe insulation and in board form as a cladding or lining. This is why before making alterations or demolishing any buildings, it’s essential that an asbestos appraisal is done. The major legislation includes:

    Asbestos was often sprayed onto the steelwork of buildings to protect them from fire, used as a pipe insulation and in board form as a cladding or lining. This is why before making alterations or demolishing any buildings, it’s essential that an asbestos appraisal is done. The major legislation includes:

    The Asbestos (Licensing) Regulations of 1983 require a license to be held by an employer who carries out work on sprayed finishes that contain asbestos and where asbestos insulating board is used.

    The Asbestos (Licensing) Regulations of 1983 require a license to be held by an employer who carries out work on sprayed finishes that contain asbestos and where asbestos insulating board is used.

    • The Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2002. These relate to all work with asbestos, and affect anyone liable to exposure. The regulations provide a specific requirement for the identification and management of any asbestos products in non-domestic buildings when maintenance is required. This means they must document any up-to-date specialist surveys that were carried out, their location, condition and assessment of their risk of exposure.

      • Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2002

      These regulations relate to all work with asbestos and affect anyone liable to exposure.

      The regulations provide a specific requirement for the identification and management of any asbestos products in non-domestic buildings when maintenance is required.

    • See also the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) publications Methods for the Determination of Hazardous Substances (MDHS 100); Surveying, sampling and assessment of asbestos containing materials – 2001.

      • If you’re selling your home or considering renovations, an asbestos survey is a must-have.

    • There are a few types of asbestos surveys:

      • Presumptive Survey

      A method of identifying asbestos products in a space is by conducting a presumptive survey, which typically involves inspecting the building for materials that might contain asbestos.

      This type of evaluation is mainly used by building owners and facility managers, who take responsibility for ensuring that the asbestos material does not pose any harm to building occupants.

      Sampling Survey

      It can be difficult to identify the type of asbestos when there’s a potential for it being present.

      A sampling survey is usually given before a presumptive survey in order to positively identify the substance, depending on where your material has been exposed.

      Asbestos is a mineral that has been linked to a number of serious health problems, including mesothelioma. Some types of asbestos, such as chrysotile, have been banned under the Asbestos (Prohibition) Regulations 1999.

      Asbestos is a mineral that has been linked to a number of serious health problems, including mesothelioma. Some types of asbestos, such as chrysotile, have been banned under the Asbestos (Prohibition) Regulations 1999.

      • Sampling and identification survey: The assessment of samples and identification surveys This type of survey is a prerequisite before any demolition and refurbishment work can commence. It can serve as the basis for specialist contractors to tender for asbestos removal.

      Sampling and identification survey: The assessment of samples and identification surveys This type of survey is a prerequisite before any demolition and refurbishment work can commence. It can serve as the basis for specialist contractors to tender for asbestos removal.

      The Personal Protective Equipment Regulations 1992 and the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 require employers to take necessary steps to protect their employees. For asbestos surveys and removals, one of these steps might be limiting your breathing through a respirator.

      The Personal Protective Equipment Regulations 1992 and the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 require employers to take necessary steps to protect their employees. For asbestos surveys and removals, one of these steps might be limiting your breathing through a respirator.

      Stamp with finger on plan of house background.

      Planning permission for demolition

      Planning permission for demolition

      FURTHER PLANNING AND RISK CONSIDERATIONS

        The method of construction, including design, health and safety requirements and the structural integrity of components.
    • The method of construction, including design, health and safety requirements and the structural integrity of components.

      • Our asbestos assessment results in a diagram for wet or dry removal, with an explanation of the various materials used (with strengths and weaknesses), their hazards as health or safety risks which are relevant to your work activity (see subsection on Asbestos Survey), and material reuse possibilities (see subsection on Salvaging).

    • Occasionally, facades are retained as part of a preservation order: therefore, temporary supports may be required (see Chapter 5.1 on shoring).
    • Find a way to isolate the effects of demolition, like preventing dust and debris from spilling onto people and buildings. Protection would include things like putting down a dust sheet or using a tarp to cover the area.
    • Exposure of hazardous materials. Along with building materials and previous occupancy, contamination from iffy soil can happen. Consider taking soil samples to your lab for an analysis.
    • Move as much of the existing infrastructure as possible to the new site. Ensures that all utilities are addressed and provides notice for any exclusions.
    • Regulations from local planning authority and Health and Safety Executive. Check restricted hours of work, noise levels, and dust levels as well.
    • Debris Disposal – Most debris generated in construction projects will need to be disposed of properly. We’ll discuss different methods to do this, such as rubble chutes and skips.

      • METHODS OF DEMOLITION

      METHODS OF DEMOLITION

      When choosing how to demolish a structure, various factors come into play. Location, material, and site conditions help determine the most suitable method.

    • Types of Structures: For example, a two-storey framed structure.
    • Type of construction element: example masonry wall, prestressed concrete, or structural steel.
    • Location of buildings For example, a building in an isolated location with a border more than twice the height of the building to be demolished.

      • Every site is unique, and the demolition process should take this into account. The techniques and procedures given below are intended to provide general guidance.

      HAND DEMOLITION

      HAND DEMOLITION

      When demolition is necessary, it’s essential to use the least disruptive method possible. This could involve utilizing hand tools or other items that are hand-held. Evaluate the impact on the surrounding area carefully.

      PUSHER ARM DEMOLITION

      PUSHER ARM DEMOLITION

      This demolition method is advised for buildings with a firm level base.

      This method is only advised to be used on buildings with a firm level base. Make sure you take the appropriate safety precautions when using this machine.

      When an operator encounters a building whose height exceeds 6.0 m, it is better to lower the building by hand. The pusher arm should not be overloaded.

      When an operator encounters a building whose height exceeds 6.0 m, it is better to lower the building by hand. The pusher arm should not be overloaded.

      A qualified operator is required to work from inside of a reinforced vehicle. The vehicle should be able to withstand the impact of flying debris, and have shatterproof glass in their windows. When adopting this method of demolition, the structure being demolished should first be detached from adjoining structures by manual means.

      A qualified operator is required to work from inside of a reinforced vehicle. The vehicle should be able to withstand the impact of flying debris, and have shatterproof glass in their windows. When adopting this method of demolition, the structure being demolished should first be detached from adjoining structures by manual means.

      DELIBERATE COLLAPSE DEMOLITION

      DELIBERATE COLLAPSE DEMOLITION

      This method involves the complete collapse of a building, which will then be removed by experts.

      This method is the complete collapse of a building, which will then be removed by experts. Expert engineering advice should be sought before this technique is used on buildings with other buildings or very steep sites.

      DEMOLITION BALL TECHNIQUES

      DEMOLITION BALL TECHNIQUES

      Demolition ball techniques involve a crew of workers driving a demolition ball into the building from one side.

      To demolish a structure, a crew of workers drives a demolition ball into the building from one side. In some cases, this can be done by swinging it from above using a crane-type appliance. Workers can use three different techniques to do this:

      • vertical drop;
      • vertical drop;
      • swinging in line with the jib;
      • swinging in line with the jib;
      • slewing jib.

        • slewing jib.

        Whenever possible, a skilled operator is essential.

        A wrecking ball can only be used for a vertical drop technique when it comes to the use of a normal-duty mobile crane. Any other techniques need to use heavy duty machines such as convertible dragline excavators. And an anti-spin device should be attached to the hoist rope in all cases. It is advisable to reduce the length of the crane jib as the process goes on, but it’s never okay for the jib head to dip below 3 metres at any point in time.

        Pitched roofs need to be removed by hand down to the wall plate level. This means at least 50-70% of the interior needs to be cleared. Next, demolition should proceed floor by floor, starting with the lowest one.

        Do not use any demolition ball techniques on buildings over 30,000 meters, because the fall of debris is uncontrollable, and you won’t have enough space if you do. You should always separate attached buildings by hand to leave a space around the perimeter of the building. This space needs to be at least 6,000 meters, or half the height of the building; whichever one is greater.

        Do not use any demolition ball techniques on buildings over 30,000 meters, because the fall of debris is uncontrollable, and you won’t have enough space if you do. You should always separate attached buildings by hand to leave a space around the perimeter of the building. This space needs to be at least 6,000 meters, or half the height of the building; whichever one is greater.

        WIRE ROPE PULLING DEMOLITION

        The size and circumference of the steel wire ropes should be appropriate for the task at hand, but not less than 38 millimeters. The ends should be firmly attached with a gradual pulling tension to avoid sudden and violent release of their load. No person should be more than 3/4s of the distance from the winch to either side of the rope.

        The size and circumference of the steel wire ropes should be appropriate for the task at hand, but not less than 38 millimeters. The ends should be firmly attached with a gradual pulling tension to avoid sudden and violent release of their load. No person should be more than 3/4s of the distance from the winch to either side of the rope.

        If the technique of pulling doesn’t cause the structure to collapse after a few tries, it might be weakened and should not be approached. One way to avoid this is by demolishing it with an alternative means like demolition balls or pushers. Care should be taken to ensure the vehicle or winch you’re using stays grounded – don’t lift off the mountings or wheels!

        If the technique of pulling doesn’t cause the structure to collapse after a few tries, it might be weakened and should not be approached.

        DEMOLITION BY EXPLOSIVES

        This is a specialist method that involves placing explosives within the fabric of the building, then detonating them to cause partial or complete collapse.

        It should never be attempted by a building contractor without the advice and supervision of an expert.

        OTHER METHODS

        If site conditions are not ideal for you to use explosives, then the following specialist methods may be used:

        -Gas expansion burster In a prepared cavity, a steel cylinder filled with liquefied gas is inserted. Once fired, the expansion of the gas causes the fabric to break into large chunks.

        • Hydraulic burster: A steel cylinder with your number of pistons, which are forced out radially under hydraulic pressure.
        • Thermal reaction: the method requires to cut out and remove a steel structural member, a mixture is applied around the member. The mixture is usually ignited by electric current, which results in a large amount of heat that causes the metal to become pliable. This heat causes a small wire rope attached to a winch to be sufficient enough to cause collapse of the element.

          • Thermal Reaction

          The method requires cutting out and removing a steel structural member, applying a mixture around the member. The mixture is usually ignited by electric current, resulting in a large amount of heat that causes the metal to become pliable.

          This heat causes a small wire rope attached to a winch to be sufficient enough to cause collapse of the element.

          • Thermic lance: This method involves a steel tube, sometimes packed with steel rods, through which oxygen is passed. The tip of the lance is heated to around 3,500 °C by preheating it when the supply of oxygen is introduced. It will melt all the materials it encounters and cause very little damage to anything else.

          Thermic Lance

          This method involves a steel tube, sometimes packed with steel rods, through which oxygen is passed. The tip of the lance is heated to around 3,500 °C by preheating it when the supply of oxygen is introduced. It will melt all the materials it encounters and cause very little damage to anything else.

          It’s essential to remember that all demolition works have inherent dangers and risks. Therefore, specialty contractors should be employed to complete those types of tasks.

          Reference:

          Advance Construction Technology 4th edition

      • What is KPI and how can you use it in your land surveying business

        Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are metrics used to measure and track progress against specific business goals.

        Deciding what kind of Key Performance Indicator (KPI) to measure for your business can be challenging.

        This blog post will explore factors to consider when deciding what kind of KPI to measure for your business.

        What is a KPI?

        A KPI is a quantifiable or non-quantifiable metric used to measure and track progress against specific business goals.

        KPIs can be quantifiable, like revenue or number of new customers, or non-quantifiable, like customer satisfaction or employee engagement.

        At the end of the day, you might just be looking at how your progress is on your marketing strategy, sales strategy, or land surveyors’ performance.

        Here are some high-level objectives you can set to work on your KPI:

        • I want my surveying business to reduce the number of reworks.
        • I want my surveying business to increase the number of sales in London.
        • I want my surveying business to get more calls from a specific type of clients.

          • From these objectives, you can generate the following types of metrics to measure:

          1. Ratio of reworks vs number of projects, so you can calculate it like this: number of reworks/total number of projects (per week, month or year).
          2. KPI to track for the number of sales: you can look at the conversion ratio from number of calls to measured survey bookings in London. For example, number of bookings for jobs in London/number of calls.
          3. For this one, you might prepare a pie chart or a ratio of number of calls from architects in a certain period divided by the total number of calls. For example, (per week) number of calls from architects/total number of calls per week.

          This one might be a bit hard but you can prepare a pie chart or a ratio of number of calls from architects in a certain period divided by the total number of calls.

          The important thing to remember about KPIs is that they should be aligned with your company’s overall strategy.

          Choosing KPIs that will give you the most insights into whether or not you’re achieving your goals.

          It is up to you to generate these goals, we normally discuss these on a weekly basis with our team by looking at statistics from our business.

          There are dozens of different KPIs you could choose to measure, but which ones are right for your business?

          There are a few general categories of KPIs that all businesses should consider:

          This can be cost per acquisition, conversion rate, conversion rate per medium, etc…

        • Operation KPI: the measurement of failures, re-visits, errors, hours spent on a project or plan.

          • the measurement of failures, re-visits, errors, hours spent on a project or plan.

        • Safety KPI: the measurement of incidents, close call, etc…

          • the measurement of incidents, close call, etc…

        • Employee KPIs: These measures track employee productivity and engagement.

          • Examples include time to complete tasks, quality of work, absenteeism rate, and turnover rate.

        • Customer KPIs: These measures track how well you’re serving your customers and meeting their needs.

          • Examples include customer satisfaction scores, Net Promoter Score (NPS), customer churn rate, and lifetime value (LTV).

          Customer KPIs

          These measures track how well you’re serving your customers and meeting their needs. Examples include customer satisfaction scores, Net Promoter Score (NPS), customer churn rate, and lifetime value (LTV).

        • Financial KPIs: These measures track your company’s financial health and performance. Examples include revenue, profit margins, cash flow, and burn rate.
        • Financial KPIs: These measures track your company’s financial health and performance. Examples include revenue, profit margins, cash flow, and burn rate.

          • I’ll talk about them a bit more on this blog to give you a better idea of what we’re looking for in our surveying business.

          I’ll talk about them a bit more on this blog to give you a better idea of what we’re looking for in our surveying business.

          Why Should You Measure KPIs?

          There are several reasons why you should measure KPIs for your business. By measuring KPIs, you can:

          Measuring KPIs can help you to understand where your business is performing well and where there may be room for improvement. This information can then be used to set targets and monitor progress over time.

          I would use spreadsheets and if you have the money I would plug in and aggregate your data using Microsoft office business intelligence. It is pricy but you can replicate it

          What Are the Different Types of KPIs?

          There are four main types of KPIs:

          Leading indicators measure something that happens before the desired outcome. For example, new website visitors would lead to increased sales.


          Lagging indicators measure something that happens after the desired outcome. For example, sales would be a lagging indicator for increased profits.


          Input KPIs measure an organization’s core processes. For example, a number of products produced per hour would be an input KPI.


          Output KPIs measure the results of an organization’s core processes. For example, customer satisfaction levels would be an output KPI.

          How do I find business objectives to write my KPI?

          How do I find business objectives to write my KPI?

          There are a few different ways that you can go about finding business objectives to write your KPIs. One way is to look at your business’s overall goals and identify specific objectives that would help you measure progress towards those goals. Another way is to look at specific areas of your business operations and try to identify objectives that would help you improve those areas.




          If you’re not sure where to start, a good place to look for inspiration is other businesses in other industries. There are loads of articles on objectives for marketing or consultancy business that you can use to gather some ideas. See what kinds of KPIs they are measuring and see if there are any that you think would be beneficial for your own business.




          You can get some ideas on your objectives by looking at your
          business strategiesbusiness strategies.

          What sales KPI should I measure in my business?

          What sales KPI should I measure in my business?

          There are a number of different sales KPIs that you could measure in your business, but which ones you choose to measure will depend on your specific business goals and objectives. Some of the more common sales KPIs that businesses track include:



          -Revenue: This is perhaps the most obvious sales KPI to track, and it can be helpful in gauging overall sales performance.



          -Conversion rate: This KPI measures the percentage of leads or inquiries that are converted into actual sales. It can be a useful metric for evaluating the effectiveness of your sales team’s efforts.



          -Average order value: This KPI measures the average dollar amount of each sale. Tracking this metric can give you insight into whether your prices are too low or too high, and whether you’re selling enough high-value items.



          -Customer satisfaction: This KPI measures how satisfied your customers are with your products or services. Tracking customer satisfaction can help you identify areas where your business needs to improve.

          What business operation KPI should I measure in my business?

          What business operation KPI should I measure in my business?

          There are a variety of business KPIs that you can measure, depending on your business goals. If you want to increase profits, you might measure KPIs such as revenue, costs, or margins. To improve customer satisfaction, you might measure KPIs such as customer retention or complaints.

          There are a variety of business KPIs that you can measure, depending on your business goals. If you want to increase profits, you might measure KPIs such as revenue, costs, or margins. To improve customer satisfaction, you might measure KPIs such as customer retention or complaints.

          And if you want to improve employee productivity, you might measure KPIs such as employee satisfaction or output per hour. It is important to choose the right KPIs for your business and track them over time to see if you’re progressing towards your goals.

          And if you want to improve employee productivity, you might measure KPIs such as employee satisfaction or output per hour. It is important to choose the right KPIs for your business and track them over time to see if you’re progressing towards your goals.

          What health and safety KPI should I measure for my projects and business?

          What health and safety KPI should I measure for my projects and business?

          There are a variety of health and safety KPIs that you can measure for your projects and business. Some examples include:

          There are a variety of health and safety KPIs that you can measure for your projects and business. Some examples include:

          Each organization will have different priorities regarding health and safety, so it’s important to tailor your KPIs to match your specific goals. By measuring the right KPIs, you can identify areas where your health and safety program is succeeding and areas where improvements need to be made.

          What marketing KPI should I measure in my business?

          What marketing KPI should I measure in my business?

          Assuming you are asking about marketing KPIs (key performance indicators), here are a few examples to consider measuring:
          -Number of website visitors
          -Website conversion rate
          -Cost per acquisition (CPA)

          How to Choose the Right KPIs for Your Business

          Measuring leads generated, sales pipeline velocity, customer churn rate, and net promoter score (NPS) can be general examples of applicable KPIs for many businesses.

          When choosing the right KPIs for your business, consider the type of data you want to track, such as financial data, customer data, or sales data.

          Once you know the type of KPI you want to track, identify where you can get the data, and consider finding ways to get the information if it’s not apparent.

          For example, tracking the conversion ratio of marketing efforts, such as the number of calls, emails, and enquiries converted to bookings in a certain period, can help monitor business performance.

          Using Xero or Spreadsheets

          Track the conversion ratio of marketing efforts for land surveying business.

          Check the number of calls, emails, and enquiries to converted bookings in a certain period.

          Monitor bookings or calls per week, month, or quarter.

          Monitor basic calls for new measured survey enquiries per day on average.

          Highlight any drop in calls on a spreadsheet.

          Check the service ratio in the period and how much services are going towards measured building surveys, topographical surveys, monitoring surveys, or settingout (engineering surveying).

          Aligning KPIs with Business Goals

          Consider what goals you want to achieve with your KPIs.

          Align your KPIs with your business goals to ensure they are truly helpful in measuring your progress.

          Considering Resources for Tracking KPIs

          Take into account the resources you have available for tracking KPIs.

          Use simpler KPIs if you don’t have much time or budget for tracking.

          Use more complex KPIs if you’re willing to invest more in tracking.

          The bottom line is that there is no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to choosing KPIs. The best approach is to carefully consider your business goals and needs and then select KPIs that will help you meet those objectives.

          wooden cube block with KPI (KEY, Performance and Indicator) word on table background. Business concept

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          How to Implement KPIs in Your Business

          How to Implement KPIs in Your Business

          KPIs, or key performance indicators, are a vital part of any business. By tracking KPIs, businesses can identify areas that need improvement and make necessary changes. But how do you actually implement KPIs in your business?





          Defining success looks like for your business is crucial. Identify your goals and objectives, and what you want to achieve. Once you have a clear idea of what success looks like, you can start to identify which key performance indicators (KPIs) will help measure progress towards these goals.

          Decide which KPIs are most important for your business. Not all KPIs are created equal – some will be more relevant and important than others. Consider what data you need to collect and track, and which indicators will give you the clearest picture of how your business is performing.

          Put systems in place to track your KPIs. This might involve investing in new software or hardware, or simply setting up some kind of tracking system manually. Make sure it’s something that’s easy to use and maintain so that you can keep on top of your KPIs on an ongoing basis.

          Conclusion

          Choosing the right key performance indicators (KPIs) for your business is crucial. Follow these tips to ensure you’re choosing KPIs that will help you achieve success in your business: focus on metrics relevant to your industry, set measurable goals, and choose KPIs that align with your company’s values.

          There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as the best KPIs for your land surveying business will vary depending on your goals, and other factors.

          Some general tips that can help you choose the right KPIs for your business include focusing on metrics that are relevant to your industry, setting measurable goals, and choosing KPIs that align with your company’s values.

          By following these tips, you can ensure that you’re choosing KPIs that will help you achieve success in your business.

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        • What is a Monitoring Survey and Why you should use it?

          Land surveyors will use different equipment to collect data during a monitoring survey.

          Data is collected and analyzed to find out what kind of changes have occurred on the property.

          This information can be used by decision-makers who want help protecting their land from problems like erosion or flooding, or making it more useful for farming purposes.

          Land surveyors will often use the following equipment during a monitoring survey:

          • Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers and antennas
          • Inertial measurement unit (IMU) and sensors
          • Laser range finders
          • Total Stations

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          Aerial photograph

          Why Monitoring Survey Important?

          Why Monitoring Survey Important?

          Monitoring surveys are important because they help to determine if there are any structural changes in your home, and they can also help you to avoid damages. Monitoring surveys will notify you of any changes on your property or land, so that you can make repairs if necessary. In addition, monitoring surveys can determine whether or not your home is safe and structurally sound throughout the years. The results from a monitoring survey will give peace of mind knowing that all is well with your property.

          Why Monitoring Survey Important?

          Monitoring surveys are important because they help to determine if there are any structural changes in your home, and they can also help you to avoid damages.

          Monitoring surveys will notify you of any changes on your property or land, so that you can make repairs if necessary.

          In addition, monitoring surveys can determine whether or not your home is safe and structurally sound throughout the years.

          The results from a monitoring survey will give peace of mind knowing that all is well with your property.

          History of monitoring deformation survey

          Monitoring deformation survey is the process of measuring and recording changes in the shape or size of an object over time.

          The purpose of this type of survey is to track movement, usually of man-made structures, in order to assess safety and stability.

          Deformation surveys are typically conducted using specialized equipment, such as laser scanners, that can accurately measure small changes in an object’s shape.

          Historically, monitoring deformation surveys were first used in the mining industry to track the movement of tunnels and shafts.

          This type of surveying was later adopted by the engineering and construction industries to track the settlement of buildings and other structures.

          In recent years, monitoring deformation survey has become an important tool for disaster response and risk management.

          For example, post-earthquake surveys have been used to assess damage to buildings and infrastructure.

          Methodology of Monitoring Survey

          A monitoring survey is a way to assess the effectiveness of your project.

          It’s not actually a survey; it’s more like an analysis of data over a period of time and from a baseline with the aim to inform decision-making to warn/flag movements.

          The results of a monitoring survey help you understand how well your project has been implemented and what might need improvement or change.

          A monitoring survey report summarizes the findings and may include recommendations for improvement based on those findings.

          The results of a monitoring survey help you understand how well your project has been implemented and what might need improvement or change.

          A monitoring survey report summarizes the findings and may include recommendations for improvement based on those findings.

          Monitoring surveys are often used as part of a larger evaluation, but they can also stand alone as an independent evaluation tool when conducted by experienced evaluators who have experience working in developing countries, especially those with low levels of data availability and reliable sources for collecting primary data (such as quantitative or qualitative research).

          There are many different types of monitoring surveys that all have their own benefits, disadvantages and applications depending on what information you’re trying to collect about your program.

          Equipment Used in Monitoring Survey

          • GPS (global positioning system)
          • Total station
          • Geodimeter
          • Laser scanner
          • Bathymetric survey equipment, such as echo sounder, depth sounder and side scan sonar.
          • Surveyor’s chains and levels are used to measure the height of an object.
          • Tape measures, protractors and compasses are also used in monitoring surveys.

          Monitoring Survey is used to provide information on the deformation of structures and can be used to predict future problems.

          Monitoring surveys are used to collect information on the deformation of structures and can be used to predict future problems. The monitoring survey is a technique that uses geodetic instruments and techniques for monitoring ground movements, displacements in buildings, foundation walls or slopes.

          What Information to Collect on a Monitoring Survey?

          • Type of structure (house, school, church).
          • Date of construction and last maintenance inspection.
          • Position of the targets on the structure
          • The control station used for the survey
          • The weather on the day and any notes on obstructions or damage to targets.
          • The person surveying and gathering the data

            • What is deformation monitoring surveys?

            Monitoring surveys are used to measure the deformation of structures. A monitoring survey is a non-destructive geotechnical investigation that provides information on the current state of stress in a structure, helping to predict future problems and determine if a structure is safe. Monitoring surveys can also be used to detect changes in the structure over time, such as settlement or movement caused by erosion or earthquakes.

            Deformation monitoring surveys are typically used when there is no access to the interior of buildings and structures for other types of investigations or inspections (e.g., boreholes).

            How is monitoring the deformation survey done?

            There are a few ways to monitor deformation:

            1. Ground-based LiDAR (also called terrestrial laser scanning or TLS) can be used to track changes in the shape of objects over time. This method is often used to monitor buildings, bridges, and other structures for any deformations that may occur.

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            total station

            2. GPS can also be used to track ground movement over time. This method is often used in areas where there is a lot of tectonic activity, such as near fault lines or volcanoes.

            The Different Types of Monitoring Surveys

            3. In some cases, satellites can also be used to monitor deformation from space. This method is useful for large areas or for monitoring remote locations where it would be difficult to set up ground-based equipment.

            A static monitoring survey is a type of monitoring survey that measures the effects of construction on existing structures. A static monitoring survey identifies existing building movements and structural changes before, during and after construction.

            Deformation surveys utilize specialized instruments to measure changes in the shape of a structure over time.

            Geodetic surveys use Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technology to record baseline positions before and after construction.

            Construction monitoring surveys monitor site activities such as grading, excavation work and material placement during construction projects.

            Geotechnical monitoring surveys are used to evaluate subsurface conditions prior to excavation and determine whether additional soil investigation is needed for deeper foundations or walls with increased lateral pressures.

            The different types of monitoring surveys include:

            Construction Monitoring Survey

            Construction monitors generally focus on measuring time-dependent phenomena like settlement levels at critical points within an excavation site.

            Geotechnical Monitoring Survey

            This type of survey analyzes subsurface conditions prior to excavating into them by measuring undisturbed soil properties such as moisture content or density levels.

            How to Conduct a Monitoring Survey?

            Monitoring surveys are used by organizations to gather information about their programs and services.

            The first step to conducting a monitoring survey is understanding the purpose of monitoring surveys.

            A good way for you as an organization leader or staff member to get started with your own monitoring survey is by conducting research about similar programs in other countries, states or provinces.

            Who Conducts Monitoring Surveys?

            Organizations, such as leadership and staff members, conduct monitoring surveys.

            Conducting research on similar programs in other countries, states, or provinces can help you understand successful methods and question types for your own survey toolkit.

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            Crack Monitoring

            Long-term contracts may be necessary for cooperation between parties.

            The surveyor’s responsibilities include measuring the site and recording its position. A structural engineer assesses how well the building withstands stress, while geotechnical engineers examine the soil at or near the building’s foundation. Civil engineers handle general matters, such as traffic studies and environmental impact reports.

            Alternatives to monitoring surveys include ground penetrating radar (GPR), geophysical surveys, and geo-fencing.

            Ground penetrating radar (GPR)

            Ground penetrating radar (GPR) is a geophysical method that uses high-frequency radio waves to detect subsurface objects. The signals reflect off these objects and return to the receiving antenna, indicating their depth. However, GPR is less accurate than monitoring surveys as it doesn’t directly measure deformation.

            Geophysical surveys

            Geophysical surveys are used for detecting buried structures, such as pipes or cables, before construction begins. This helps prevent damage to these structures during excavation activities.

            Geo-fencing

            Microseismic monitoring uses seismic sensors placed throughout an excavation site which detect any vibrations caused by drilling equipment operating near them; this helps determine how much energy was transferred onto surrounding soil layers during drilling operations so workers know how hard they should hit those sensitive areas (i.e., bedrock vs softer soils).

            Laser scanning uses lasers mounted on drones flying overhead which measure contours of a given surface allowing engineers see where they should build structures without having contact with any materials themselves—this allows them save costs from having fewer people doing manual labor jobs during construction processes.

            Who needs monitoring Surveys?

            Architects and engineers:

            For similar reasons as above, ensuring compliance with plans. In addition, they may need monitoring surveys to establish whether planning permission has been granted correctly by local authorities.

            Monitoring surveys can be used at any time. They are most frequently used before construction starts, but they can also be performed after construction is complete or during the life of a structure.

            What type of construction projects needs monitoring surveys?

          • Bridges – this includes both new bridges and existing bridges that have been repaired or altered in any way.
          • Tunnels – whether they are new or old, monitoring surveys may be required if there’s going to be structural work performed on them.
          • Roads – similar to tunnels and bridges, if there is any kind of structural work being done on roads (new construction or repairs), then it’s best practice to have a monitoring survey conducted before beginning the project so that safety measures can be taken into account while completing it.
          • Airports – airports often fall under this category because they are sometimes built on top of older runways as part of an expansion process; therefore, monitoring surveys will need to occur during these processes as well as at other times when work needs doing on the runway itself (such as resurfacing). This is also true for seaports (ports used by ships) which could potentially require similar types of construction projects within their areas throughout time depending on how much business activity occurs there each year; thus making monitoring surveys necessary again during such projects so people don’t accidentally get hurt due too much traffic congestion around trucks carrying heavy materials such as steel beams that would normally weigh over 100 pounds per square foot!

            • Airports – airports often fall under this category because they are sometimes built on top of older runways as part of an expansion process; therefore, monitoring surveys will need to occur during these processes as well as at other times when work needs doing on the runway itself (such as resurfacing). This is also true for seaports (ports used by ships) which could potentially require similar types of construction projects within their areas throughout time depending on how much business activity occurs there each year; thus making monitoring surveys necessary again during such projects so people don’t accidentally get hurt due too much traffic congestion around trucks carrying heavy materials such as steel beams that would normally weigh over 100 pounds per square foot!

            What is construction asset monitoring survey?

            What is construction asset monitoring survey?

            Construction asset monitoring survey is a process that is used to evaluate and report on the condition of a construction asset (see the section above covering bridges, etc…). Depending on your needs, this process may be conducted by an engineer or land surveyor.

            Construction asset monitoring survey is a process that is used to evaluate and report on the condition of a construction asset (see the section above covering bridges, etc…). Depending on your needs, this process may be conducted by an engineer or land surveyor.

            The goal of this process is to assess the current condition of your construction assets and determine what measures should be taken in order to preserve their value for as long as possible.

            The goal of this process is to assess the current condition of your construction assets and determine what measures should be taken in order to preserve their value for as long as possible.

            Why do you need a monitoring survey?

            Why do you need a monitoring survey?

            Monitoring surveys are used to detect any changes in the land and can be used to predict future problems, such as landslides, erosion, or sinkholes. They can also help prevent damages from occurring. For example, if you are doing a monitoring survey on your property and see that your neighbors’ trees are falling onto your property due to heavy winds, then you may want to consider taking action before they cause any damage.

            Monitoring surveys are used to detect any changes in the land and can be used to predict future problems, such as landslides, erosion, or sinkholes.

            Monitoring surveys can help prevent damages from occurring and notify you if there are any changes to the land.

            A monitoring survey contains critical information about the structure of your property, including any damage or erosion that has occurred.

            Monitoring surveys are different from regular surveys in that they include additional information about the structure of your land and where it might be prone to damage.

            This information can be critical for preventing damages from occurring or notifying you if there are any changes to the land.

            Conclusion

            We hope this article has helped you understand what a monitoring survey is

            and how it can benefit your property

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          • What is an asbuilt survey?

            In construction, asbuilt surveys are a critical part of the process.

            They provide an accurate record of the completed work, which can be used to verify that the work was completed as specified in the contract documents.

            Asbuilt surveys can also be used to identify any potential problems or discrepancies between the as-built conditions and the contract documents.

            This information can then be used to correct any issues before they become major problems.

            If you’re working on a construction project, it’s essential to understand the importance of an asbuilt survey.

            What is an asbuilt survey?

            An asbuilt survey is a type of land survey that is performed after the construction of a new structure or alteration to an existing one.

            Its purpose is to create an accurate record of the finished project in order to provide a reference for future renovations or additions.

            The asbuilt survey will show the location of all walls, doors, windows, and other features, as well as their dimensions.

            This information can be used to obtain building permits or for other legal purposes.

            What are the benefits of an asbuilt survey?

            Understanding the benefits of an asbuilt survey can help ensure successful construction projects.

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            An asbuilt survey is a highly accurate measurement of a physical space or object.

            Asbuilt surveys are used to record the dimensions and features of existing structures and sites for a variety of purposes, including:

            • to create as-built drawings for construction projects
            • to verify that a structure has been built according to its blueprint
            • to document changes made to a structure during construction or over time
            • to aid in the planning of renovations or demolition projects

            Asbuilt surveys can be conducted with a variety of tools, including laser scanners, GPS devices, and traditional surveying equipment.

            The data collected in an asbuilt survey can be used to create two-dimensional (2D) drawings or three-dimensional (3D) models of the surveyed area.

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            Asbuilt survey
            Asbuilt survey

            How to get an asbuilt survey?

            How to get an asbuilt survey?

            If you need an as-built survey for your project, there are a few things you can do to get one. First, you can contact a surveying company and ask if they offer as-built surveys. Many companies offer this service, so you should be able to find one that can help you.

            Another option is to search for as-built surveys online.

            There are many websites that offer this service, so you should be able to find one that meets your needs.

            Once you find a website that offers as-built surveys, you will need to provide some basic information about your project.

            This includes the location of the project, the size of the project, and the completion date.

            Once you have provided this information, the website will generate a list of potential surveyors who can help you with your project.

            You can then contact these surveyors and request quotes for their services.

            Once you have received quotes from several different surveyors, you can compare them and choose the one that offers the best value for your project.

            Conclusion

            An as-built survey is a type of survey that is conducted after construction has been completed in order to document the finished product.

            This type of survey is important in order to have a record of the completed project, as well as to ensure that all aspects of the construction meet the required standards.

            As-built surveys can be conducted by a variety of professionals, such as architects, engineers, or even independent contractors.

            If you are considering having an as-built survey conducted, be sure to consult with a professional in order to get the most accurate and comprehensive results.