Inspection Details
- Location: High-Rise Apartment Building, Melbourne CBD
- Reason for Attendance: Emergency Make Safe – Glass Panel Shatter
Event Summary
An urgent after-hours call was received from the Owners Corporation regarding a shattered glass panel from one of the units on Level 18. The panel had broken and fallen onto Level 17 and down to the street below, scattering glass across multiple levels and onto public tram lines in the heart of the CBD. The situation posed serious safety risks to pedestrians and public transport.
Cause of Damages
- A glass panel on Level 18 shattered unexpectedly, with fragments cascading down the building façade
- The cause of the shatter was not immediately known, but the damage required immediate mitigation to prevent further risk
- Ongoing glass shedding from Level 18 increased the urgency of the response
Damage Assessment
- Shattered glass was found across multiple levels and on the street, creating a hazardous environment
- Public safety was compromised, with tram lines and pedestrian zones affected
- Police were involved and requested immediate action to secure the site
Works Completed
- Emergency make-safe works were carried out overnight to secure the area and prevent further glass shedding
- Cleanup and restoration efforts were initiated to remove all debris and ensure public safety
- An emergency order was issued and completed satisfactorily
- The damaged area was reinstated and returned to its pre-existing condition
- Coordination with the Building Manager, OC, and emergency services ensured a swift and effective response
Outcome
- The site was fully secured and restored, with no further risk to public safety
- The building’s façade was repaired and returned to its original condition
- Preventative recommendations were made to assess other glass panels for potential vulnerabilities
