Vibration Monitoring forms part of an overall environmental monitoring programme providing measurement and analysis of environmental vibration conditions on or around a construction site.
Vibration Monitoring on construction sites is the measurement and analysis of ground-borne vibration levels. Measurement is undertaken before work commences (to establish baseline and background vibration levels). Ongoing Vibration Monitoring can help to protect buildings and local infrastructure from potential damage that could be caused during demolition or construction works.
Local authorities and construction partners often specify a requirement for vibration monitoring to protect the neighbouring environment from possible damage. Compliance 4 Buildings provide continuous long-term vibration monitoring solutions using fully automated equipment with SMS and Email alert triggering functions to maintain real time response.
Five principle reasons motivate sites to undertake Environmental Monitoring:
1. Compliance with planning conditions
2. Resolution of complaints from local businesses and residents
3. Protection against claims
4. Environmental protection in local area
5. As a resolution to enforcement procedures