Module 8: Practical Training & Assessments 

 This final module bridges classroom learning with real-world application, ensuring trainees develop competence, confidence, and safety awareness through hands-on experience and structured evaluations.

1. Hands-On Demolition Exercises (Under Supervision)

A. Controlled Demolition Drills

1. Tool Proficiency Training

• Proper use of jackhammers, concrete saws, and cutting torches

• Emphasis on grip, stance, and fatigue management

2. Equipment Operation Practice

• Excavator maneuvering with demolition attachments

• Load handling and debris sorting simulations

3. Structural Dismantling Techniques

• Sequential wall demolition (top-down)

• Column cutting and support removal protocols

B. Safety-Centric Skill Development

• Hazard Recognition Drills: Identifying unstable structures, live utilities, and fall risks

• Emergency Response Rehearsals: Fire suppression, equipment failure, and injury scenarios

2. Mock Site Scenarios and Problem-Solving

A. Realistic Simulation Exercises

1. Urban Demolition Scenario

• Working near adjacent buildings with vibration/noise constraints

• Dust containment and pedestrian safety measures

2. Industrial Site Challenge

• Handling concealed hazardous materials (mock asbestos/lead discovery)

• Emergency shutdown procedures

3. Partial Demolition Task

• Preserving structural integrity of remaining sections

• Temporary bracing and precision cutting

B. Critical Thinking Evaluation

• Time-Pressured Decision Making:

• Adjusting methods due to unexpected structural conditions

• Team Coordination Assessment:

• Communication between equipment operators and ground crews

3. Final Written and Practical Evaluation

A. Written Examination

1. Regulatory Knowledge

• OSHA, EPA, and local compliance requirements

2. Technical Concepts

• Load calculations, equipment capabilities, and demolition sequencing

3. Safety Protocols

• PPE use, hazard mitigation, and emergency procedures

B. Practical Performance Assessment

1. Equipment Operation Test

• Graded on:

• Precision (e.g., cutting within marked zones)

• Safety (pre-use checks, situational awareness)

2. Material Handling Evaluation

• Proper debris sorting (recyclables vs. hazardous waste)

• Efficient use of attachments (shears, grapples)

3. Site Management Exercise

• Setting up exclusion zones and safety barriers

• Implementing dust/noise control measures

C. Certification Criteria

• Minimum Passing Scores:

• 80% on written exam

• "Competent" rating in all practical categories

• Remediation Options:

• Targeted retraining for failed modules

• Additional supervised practice sessions

Conclusion

Module 8 ensures workplace-ready competency through immersive, evaluated training. Successful completion demonstrates a trainee’s ability to:

• Execute demolition tasks safely and efficiently

• Adapt to real-world challenges

• Comply with industry standards