- Complete a pre-condition survey of all structures within the influence zone
- Install vibration monitors on nearby buildings before piling starts
- Agree vibration trigger and stop levels with the engineer and stakeholders
- Locate all buried services before positioning the piling rig
- Consider low-vibration piling methods where structures are close by
- Monitor ground movement and settlement during the piling programme
- Brief the piling crew on the specific risks of working near structures
- Maintain communication with neighbours and building occupants throughout
- Stop work immediately if trigger vibration levels are reached
- Record all monitoring data and keep it available on site
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- DON'T start piling without completing the pre-condition survey
- DON'T exceed agreed vibration limits without stopping and reviewing
- DON'T use driven piles close to sensitive structures without engineer approval
- DON'T ignore signs of cracking or movement in adjacent buildings
- DON'T position the piling rig over or adjacent to unlocated buried services
- DON'T assume previous piling experience applies — every site is different
- DON'T fail to inform neighbours before piling operations commence
- DON'T continue piling if monitoring equipment malfunctions or is removed
- DON'T neglect temporary support measures specified by the designer
- DON'T skip daily checks on vibration monitoring equipment and readings
See also: Piling Safety Awareness | Noise and Vibration From Piling
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