Construction Site Hurricane Protection

Engineering and construction firms that operate in the “hurricane belt” are acutely aware of the hazards that hurricanes pose to construction sites, with their incomplete structures; expensive machinery and equipment; materials and finishes that are easily damaged by water; flood-prone excavations; and building materials such as lumber, sheathing and piping that can quickly become projectiles in high winds. However, contractors often make the mistake of waiting to “batten down the hatches” until a hurricane is imminent, with inadequate time to protect the project. Enclosed in this information kit are documents to aid in preparing a Hurricane Action Plan that can help you protect your construction site from this storm event.