1 Hour Demolition Safety - Online

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 1-Hour Demolition Safety course?

It is an online awareness course covering demolition planning, structural instability, utility hazards, hazardous materials, controlled access, falling debris, equipment interfaces, debris handling, and emergency procedures.

How long is the course?

The listed course duration is one hour.

What is the course code?

The course code shown on the page is DS1.

Is this course online?

Yes. The page identifies it as online. Confirm current device, identity-verification, attendance, and completion requirements before registering.

How much does the course cost?

The page currently lists a total cost of $399. Confirm current pricing, schedule, availability, inclusions, and refund terms directly with IDI.

What hazards are addressed?

Topics include unplanned collapse, falling material, openings, unstable floors and walls, live utilities, fire, hazardous substances, dust, noise, heavy equipment, public exposure, and debris removal.

Does the course reference OSHA requirements?

The page references OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart T for demolition. Additional requirements can apply to asbestos, lead, silica, fall protection, cranes, scaffolds, electrical safety, respiratory protection, and other hazards.

Does this course provide SST credit?

The page states that it counts as one hour of Specialized Elective credit toward an SST card and is valid for five years unless NYC Department of Buildings specifies otherwise. Confirm current DOB acceptance, eligibility, provider status, and card requirements before enrolling.

Is an engineering survey required before demolition?

Applicable demolition requirements call for an engineering survey by a competent person before work begins to determine structural condition and the possibility of unplanned collapse. The survey and evidence of its performance must meet current requirements.

What must happen to utilities before demolition?

Gas, electric, water, steam, sewer, communications, and other services must be located and shut off, capped, controlled, protected, or maintained under approved procedures and coordination with responsible parties.

How are asbestos, lead, silica, and other hazardous materials handled?

They require appropriate surveys or assessments and controls before disturbance. Specialized licenses, notifications, regulated areas, exposure controls, respiratory protection, training, medical surveillance, and disposal rules may apply.

Why is demolition sequencing important?

The approved sequence helps maintain structural stability and control gravity loads, debris, equipment loads, openings, wall sections, floors, and temporary supports. Workers should not improvise changes to the plan.

How should debris and openings be controlled?

Use approved chutes, barricades, guardrails, covers, controlled drop zones, housekeeping, dust controls, safe loading limits, and exclusion zones. Never throw material where workers or the public may be exposed.

What PPE may be required?

PPE depends on the hazard assessment and may include head, eye, face, hearing, hand, foot, respiratory, high-visibility, and fall protection. PPE does not replace engineering and administrative controls.

Does course completion authorize demolition work or supervision?

No. Completion does not replace job-specific training, employer authorization, engineering plans, competent-person duties, equipment qualifications, trade licenses, permits, or site supervision.

How can I confirm the class schedule?

Review the schedule table on the page and contact IDI to verify that the desired session is currently available.