A Structural Integrity Assessment (SIA) is mostly undertaken for existing structures to determine whether the existing structural frame is able to safely bear the applied loads/actions or additional loads for a structure under renovation. The Structural Integrity Report (SIR) is the final product of this intricate process that encompasses the following key stages:
Stage one – Site visit
The Engineer visits the project site to perform a visual inspection of the state of the structural frame. During the site visit, the Engineer obtains critical data such as the number of floors, spacing of structural elements and any structural defects that may be visible. The Engineer then decides on the best method of determining the strength of critical structural elements i.e. destructive or non-destructive.
Stage two – Structural Integrity Assessment (SIA)
Involves performing tests on the key elements the Engineer needs in order to determine the strength of the structural frame at large. Depending on the state of the structure, the desired modifications and design data needed, the Engineer chooses the type of tests to be done on the structural frame and which are conducted by independent laboratories specializing in such works.
Stage three – Structural analysis and design
With the data collected during the site visit and in conjunction with results from the SIA done above, the Engineer performs a structural analysis of the model frame.
Stage four – Structural Integrity Report
The Engineer now compiles a detailed report of the findings and recommendations where necessary. The report is signed and stamped by both the Engineer and the Client and thereafter can be used for the desired purpose.
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