CHALLENGE

PCB responded with unswerving accuracy and precision to the challenges faced at this vital Defence training area; demolition and reconstruction of a timber bridge and twin steel corrugated culverts, which could no longer withstand the required weight load and constructing a new fire compliant, 450m road on a challenging uphill gradient. The fire trail was the main access road to the internal firing range used by defence for training purposes. All this while the project took place in the vicinity of a live firing range.

SOLUTION

Due to the risk of unexploded ordinates, PCB engaged a UXO inspector to carry out a clearance of the work area to ensure it was safe to conduct the works. Project works demolition, excavation, earthworks, concrete culvert installation, creek diversion an damming, engineering and hydraulic plant. In the midst of works a large boulder overhanging the fire trail was encountered that required demolishing while protecting surrounding environment and wildlife such as platypus in the river nearby. During the removal of the boulder a live WWII eight pound explosive was discovered and diffused so work could continue. PCB added value by providing additional staff to liaise with base personnel at all stages of the works, at no additional cost; thus alleviating the requirement for client personnel to carry out this role. PCB ensured that all personnel engaged in the works had the appropriate level of Defence background checks and clearance so as to maintain and assist in base security.