Highreach excavator undertakes large commercial demolition project

973 Fairfield Road, Yeerongpilly

High Rise Building Demolition

Abyss Demolition demonstrated its expertise and capabilities through the successful demolition project at 973 Fairfield Road, Yeerongpilly. This complex project involved the demolition of an 8-storey high-rise office building, single-storey office buildings, industrial sheds, asphalt driveways and carparks, slabs, and footpaths.

This project highlights Abyss Demolition’s commitment to safety, environmental responsibility, and efficient project execution. Our team’s meticulous planning and execution ensured the successful completion of this complex demolition, showcasing our capability to handle medium to high building demolitions with precision and care.

Key Aspects:

Comprehensive Remediation

  • Conducted thorough remediation prior to demolition, ensuring the site was safe and compliant with environmental regulations.
  • Personnel Safety: Ensured all personnel were equipped with Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (PAPR), current face fit tests, recent medical surveillance, and wore appropriate coveralls.
  • Regulated Waste Management: Provided comprehensive documentation, including Waste Transport Certificates, in compliance with Department of Environment, Science and Innovation’s (DESI) Environmentally Relevant Activity (ERA 57) for the legal transport and disposal of regulated waste

Asbestos Management

  • Identified and managed asbestos-containing materials, including vinyl sheet backing, bituminous material (black jack glue), mastic on duct work, and vinyl tiles containing chrysotile (white asbestos). Implemented stringent safety measures such as negative air pressure units, enclosures with 3-stage decontamination showers, and air monitoring to ensure safe and effective removal.

Mould Remediation

  • Successfully removed and remediated mould from the site.

State of the Art Demolition

  • High-Reach Demolition: Utilized high-reach equipment to safely and efficiently demolish the 8-storey office building.
  • Staged Work Approach: Executed the project in well-planned stages to ensure safety and efficiency.
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