Fortunately, the big rig came to a halt just short of where the crew of 20 was working. The best answer may be a smorgasbord comprised of stringent prequalification of contractors based on their safety records, flexible compensation for safety devices, increased police presence in work zones and fully trained personnel to spot areas of difficulties before tragedies occur. This all costs some money. But the savings in dollars and heartbreak in the end will make the investment seem like a bargain. Than Others W ooden forms and shoring for construction of concrete structures have been around since practically the beginning of time.
Wood has good points and bad.
It is relatively cheap, fairly strong and can be easily fashioned into complex shapes. Perhaps the most obvious detriment is that wood is combustible. Many building and heavy contractors have had formwork fires. The damaged structure was imploded June 2. We are not in a position at this time to point fingers at anyone for the blame.