Being able to see the condition of a structure or asset beneath the waterline, is an essential part of bridge maintenance and must be conducted systematically.
It is essential that the structure condition is reviewed and monitored on a regular basis.
The prime focus of all bridge inspection is public safety. Beyond the safety aspect, inspection works will prolong the life span of the bridge structure through planned maintenance and repair. With a highly skilled planning team, we can minimise disruption, execute the works efficiently and ensure that all works are completed in a safe and systematic format.
Gathering information through the regular inspection process, can outline important information such as depletion levels, serious structural damage, movement and a whole host of other defects. Diveworks International have put together the following recommendations for periodic underwater bridge inspection. These are in line with the recommended standards set out by the Department of Transport (DoT).