Scope of Work The hospital, originally built in the 1940s and expanded over time, spanned a gross floor area of 41,810 m² across five stories and a multi-level basement. The secondary office building was a three-story structure covering 1,860 m². Both buildings featured concrete framing and floors, with exterior walls constructed from brick, terracotta, concrete block, and glazing. The hospital also included a 48-meter-high steel-lined brick chimney. Execution Preparation and Abatement Before demolition, Delsan-A.I.M. secured all necessary permits, arranged for utility disconnections, and managed the abatement of hazardous materials over an 8-month period. This included the removal of:
Environmental Monitoring An environmental consultant performed pre-construction surveys to document conditions of neighboring properties. Vibration levels were monitored using seismographs, while noise and dust levels were tracked by the Town of Oakville. All parameters remained within the specified limits throughout the project. Demolition Methods The demolition was completed using a combination of conventional and specialized equipment:
Material Recycling All concrete rubble from the demolition was crushed on-site using a mobile crusher. The processed material was used to backfill below-grade voids, compacted to meet contract specifications. Project Success Delsan-A.I.M. completed the decommissioning and demolition of the Oakville Trafalgar Hospital complex safely and efficiently. The project met all regulatory requirements and environmental standards, preserving the integrity of the surrounding community while facilitating the site’s redevelopment. |