Engineers call for urgent probe and stricter enforcement after Accra Newtown building collapse
The Institution of Engineering and Technology, Ghana (IET-GH) has expressed concern over the collapse of a four-storey building under construction in the Ayawaso Central Municipality. The IET-GH is "calling for a full investigation and stronger enforcement of building standards." The Institution issued a press statement on 30 March.
The IET-GH noted that preliminary engineering assessments suggest failures are usually caused by a combination of factors. These factors may include inadequate structural design, poor construction practices, the use of substandard materials, premature removal or inadequate formwork, overloading during construction, and possible foundation or sub-soil bearing capacity problems. The Institution said that "the exact cause of the collapse can only be established through a comprehensive and independent technical investigation… led by Civil or Structural Engineers." The IET-GH issued a strong warning to stakeholders across the construction sector.
The IET-GH called for a thorough forensic investigation into the collapse to identify both immediate and underlying causes. It also recommended that all similar ongoing construction projects within the assemblies undergo structural integrity audits as a preventive measure.
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The Institution of Engineering and Technology, Ghana (IET-GH) is concerned about a collapsed building in the Ayawaso Central Municipality. They're urging investigations and better enforcement - but what factors could be at play in this incident?
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