Existing Structure Assessment and Safety Review
Buildings often incorporate older or modified structural elements that may not meet today’s standards, or whose condition has changed over time due to age, corrosion, or past alterations. We provide independent assessments of existing structures to determine whether they remain safe and suitable for ongoing use, or whether strengthening, remedial works, or monitoring are required.
Our methodology combines:
- Visual and targeted inspections to identify signs of deterioration, corrosion, water damage or previous repair.
- Desktop review of available records and drawings, with targeted site measurements and, where necessary, non-destructive scanning or borescope surveys.
- Structural analysis to current Australian Standards, considering both ultimate safety (collapse prevention) and serviceability (deflection, cracking, durability).
- Risk profiling in line with ISO 31000 and relevant WHS regulations, providing clear guidance on likelihood, consequences, and appropriate control measures.
The outcomes are expressed in plain language to support decision-making by building owners, committees and managers. Typical recommendations may include maintenance programs, localised strengthening, or temporary control measures while permanent works are planned.
This service ensures stakeholders understand not only whether the structure is “fit for purpose” today, but also what risks may develop over time if issues are left unaddressed.
