DISCLAIMER: THIS REPORT HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR THE BENEFIT OF FIJI INSTITUTION OF ENGINEERS & MINISTRY OF FINANCE TO ESTABLISH THE EXTENT OF DAMAGES BASED ON A HIGH LEVEL PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT. IN NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS THE REPORT TO BE USED FOR SCOPING OR ESTABLISHMENT OF DETAILED COSTS FOR DAMAGES. NO RESPONSIBILITY SHALL BE TAKEN FOR ANY INCORRECT OR INCOMPLETE INFORMATION DUE TO THE SHORT TIME IN CARRYING OUT THE INITIAL ASSESSMENT AS PART OF VOLUNTARY PRO‐BONO SERVICE OFFERED BY CHESTER CONSULTANTS LTD. DETAILED ASSESSMENT SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT FOR DETAILED COST AND SCOPE FOR REPAIR AND REINSTATEMENT WORKS.    

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CYCLONE WINSTON PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT SCHOOLS, HEALTH FACILITIES & PUBLIC BUILDINGS FOR

THE FIJI INSTITUTION OF ENGINEERS & DEPARTMENT OF NATIONAL PLANNING (MINISTRY OF FINANCE)

NAME OF FACILITY: Ami Chandra Memorial School TYPE: Primary School LOCATION: Lautoka DATE OF ASSESSMENT: 29 March 2016 DATE OF REPORT: 30 March 2016 JOB NO: 11201 CCL REPORT NO: 06-S CCL FACILITY NO: 06 GOVERNMENT FACILITY NO: GFN-140

RAPID ASSESSMENT TEMPLATE: CYCLONE WINSTON DAMAGED BUILDINGSSCHOOLS, PUBLIC BUILDINGS & HEALTH FACILITIES 

INSPECTOR: JONATHAN PERKINS Extent of Damage Rating Description

FIRM/COMPANY: CHESTER CONSULTANTS LTD (SUB‐CONSULTANT TO HLE) 0 No Damage

1 Minor/Cosmetic/Water

GENERAL INFORMATION 2 Some Damage

Building Name: AMI CHANDRA MEMORIAL SCHOOL 3 Extensive but Repairable

Location: LAUTOKA 4 Irreparable

No. of Buildings: FOUR DAMAGED, TWO OTHERS

Ariel Plan Available: YES / NO Types of Buildings

School Block 

REPORT Staff Quarters

Page No. : 1 Toilet Block 

Building No. : QUARTER NO. 2 Utility Building (FEA, Services, etc) 

Building Type : STAFF QUARTERS Divisional Hospital 

Building Approx Age: 30‐40 YEARS Sub‐Divisional Hospital   

No. of Storeys: 1 Health Centre

Building Dimensions (Approx) : 15m L x 6m W x 5m H Nursing Station 

Usability : NO ROOF, NOT FIT FOR USE Public Building or Facility 

EVALUATION

Type of Construction Description DamageExtent of Damage Rating

Photo No.

Foundations Not visible 1 Good No visible damage ‐ concealed 0 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Floor Reinforced concrete slab on grade 1 Good 0 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Tiles/Floor Covering None  1 Good 0 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Walls 200mm masonry blockwalls internal and external 1 Good 2 22 Average3 Poor

Windows/Doors 1 Good 3 1,22 Average3 Poor

Shutters 1 Good2 Average3 Poor

Ceilings Plywood throughout 1 Good 4 22 Average3 Poor

Rafters 1 Good 4 1,22 Average3 Poor

Purlins 1 Good 4 1,22 Average3 Poor

Roof Cladding 1 Good 4 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Terraces / Verandah 1 Good 3 1,22 Average3 Poor

Gutters 1 Good 4 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Downpipes 1 Good 1 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Fascia Boards Missing 1 Good 4 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Electrical  Typical for this level of construction 1 Good 3 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Mechanical None  1 Good2 Average3 Poor

Possible Intermediate Solution  Construct new roof to current codes : Approx 90m2 x $350/m2 = $32,000Replace louvres and damaged doors: Approx 10m2 x $250/m2 = $2,500Electrical repairs: Say $3,000

Possible Long Term Solution 

Damage Assessment ($) $37,500 Intermediate

Damage Assessment ($) 50,000 to 100,000 Long Term

Basis of calculation APPROX ONLY ‐ based on Schedule of Rates from QuanTech Pacific

Corrugated Galv Iron cladding. Appears to heavily damaged but still attached to roof structure which was found 200m away 

Roof and roof structure destroyed, concrete landing still appears to hold integrity

Roof and CHS post supports heavily damaged

100% destroyed

Minor damage only

Missing

100mm PVC downpipes, strapped to building. 

Light steel rafters ‐ appear to be recently constructed (

RAPID ASSESSMENT TEMPLATE: CYCLONE WINSTON DAMAGED BUILDINGSSCHOOLS, PUBLIC BUILDINGS & HEALTH FACILITIES 

INSPECTOR: JONATHAN PERKINS Extent of Damage Rating Description

FIRM/COMPANY: CHESTER CONSULTANTS LTD (SUB‐CONSULTANT TO HLE) 0 No Damage

1 Minor/Cosmetic/Water

GENERAL INFORMATION 2 Some Damage

Building Name: AMI CHANDRA MEMORIAL SCHOOL 3 Extensive but Repairable

Location: LAUTOKA 4 Irreparable

No. of Buildings: FOUR DAMAGED, TWO OTHERS

Ariel Plan Available: YES / NO Types of Buildings

School Block 

REPORT Staff Quarters

Page No. : 2 Toilet Block 

Building No. : OFFICE AND ROOM 1 & 2 Utility Building (FEA, Services, etc) 

Building Type : SCHOOL BLOCK Divisional Hospital 

Building Approx Age: 30‐40 YEARS Sub‐Divisional Hospital   

No. of Storeys: 1 Health Centre

Building Dimensions (Approx) : 30m L x 10m W x 5m H (10 degree gable) Nursing Station 

Usability : NO ROOF, NOT FIT FOR USE Public Building or Facility 

EVALUATION

Type of Construction Description DamageExtent of Damage Rating

Photo No.

Foundations Not visible 1 Good No visible damage ‐ concealed 0 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Floor Reinforced concrete slab on grade 1 Good 0 N/ASome small segments of timber structure 2 Average

3 PoorTiles/Floor Covering Tiles typical, timber floor boards over timber joists 1 Good 0 and 4 6,7

2 Average3 Poor

Walls 200mm masonry blockwalls internal and external 1 Good 3 5,7Some timber framed walls internally 2 Average

3 PoorWindows/Doors 1 Good 3 N/A

2 Average3 Poor

Shutters 1 Good 0 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Ceilings Plywood throughout 1 Good 4 62 Average3 Poor

Rafters 1 Good 4 6,72 Average3 Poor

Purlins 1 Good 4 6,72 Average3 Poor

Roof Cladding 1 Good 4 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Terraces / Verandah 1 Good 3 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Gutters 1 Good 4 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Downpipes 1 Good 3 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Fascia Boards 200x30mm timber fascia boards typical 1 Good 3 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Electrical  Typical for this level of construction 1 Good 3 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Mechanical 2+ A/C units (inside unit and external condensers), ceiling fans 1 Good 4 6,72 Average3 Poor

Possible Intermediate Solution  Construct new roof to current codes : Approx 300m2 x $350/m2 = $100,000 Damage to timber flooring: 80m2 x $305/m2 = $24,400Replace louvres and damaged doors: Approx 40m2 x $250/m2 = $10,000Electrical/mech repairs: Say $15,000

Possible Long Term Solution 

Damage Assessment ($) $150,000 Intermediate

Damage Assessment ($) 100,000 to 800,000 Long Term

Basis of calculation APPROX ONLY ‐ based on Schedule of Rates from QuanTech Pacific

100mm PVC downpipes, strapped to building.  Approx 80% destroyed or missing

Approx 80% destroyed or missing

Lots of visible damage to wiring

Destroyed by wind and/or rain 

Detailed investigations for roof framing recommended along with checks on wall capacity for uplift/lateral loads for more tolerance towards Cat. 4‐5. Much depedent upon detailed investitaions by an Engineer. Considering building age, possible column/foundations retrofit into walls for uplift/lateral capacity. Recommended to have ply shutters on framing supported off "Z" brackets (alternate more expensive option ‐ new windows and doors). Estimated cost around currently around $100,000 (intermediate ‐ new roof only) to $800,000 (new roof with retrofit to walls/frames for better capacity) for long term solution.

Corrugated Galv Iron cladding. 100% destroyed

Typical constrruction, timber framed roof supported on combination of CHS posts or timber posts and concrete slab floor

Approx 40% destroyed or damaged

Missing 100% destroyed

Combination of burglar mesh or no provision made No visible damage

100% destroyed by wind and rain

Mostly missing. Some timber trusses remainig ‐ could not access for member size measurement

approx 90% destroyed

Mostly missing. Some timber purlins remaining. approx 90% destroyed

Build Quality

No visible damage ‐ substantial wear and tear

No damage to tiles. Timber floor boards damaged beyond repair due to water infiltrationDamages to top of walls where roof structure has been torn away + timber framed walls

Louvre windows (pane glass) on standard carriers on timber framing typically or metal framed window panes all windows. Solid timber doors

Approx. 50% of louvres or glass destroyed or missing.

RAPID ASSESSMENT TEMPLATE: CYCLONE WINSTON DAMAGED BUILDINGSSCHOOLS, PUBLIC BUILDINGS & HEALTH FACILITIES 

INSPECTOR: JONATHAN PERKINS Extent of Damage Rating Description

FIRM/COMPANY: CHESTER CONSULTANTS LTD (SUB‐CONSULTANT TO HLE) 0 No Damage

1 Minor/Cosmetic/Water

GENERAL INFORMATION 2 Some Damage

Building Name: AMI CHANDRA MEMORIAL SCHOOL 3 Extensive but Repairable

Location: LAUTOKA 4 Irreparable

No. of Buildings: FOUR DAMAGED, TWO OTHERS

Ariel Plan Available: YES / NO Types of Buildings

School Block 

REPORT Staff Quarters

Page No. : 3 Toilet Block 

Building No. : ROOMS 3‐10 Utility Building (FEA, Services, etc) 

Building Type : SCHOOL BLOCK Divisional Hospital 

Building Approx Age: 30‐40 YEARS Sub‐Divisional Hospital   

No. of Storeys: 1 Health Centre

Building Dimensions (Approx) : 50m L x 10m W x 5m H (10 degree gable) Nursing Station 

Usability : OPERATIONAL BUT LEAKING THROUGH DAMAGED ROOF Public Building or Facility 

EVALUATION

Type of Construction Description DamageExtent of Damage Rating

Photo No.

Foundations Not visible 1 Good No visible damage ‐ concealed 0 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Floor Reinforced concrete slab on grade 1 Good 0 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Tiles/Floor Covering Tiles typical 1 Good 0 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Walls 200mm masonry blockwalls internal and external 1 Good 0 N/ASome timber framed walls internally 2 Average

3 PoorWindows/Doors 1 Good 2 N/A

2 Average3 Poor

Shutters 1 Good 0 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Ceilings Plywood throughout 1 Good 3 8,92 Average3 Poor

Rafters 1 Good 3 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Purlins 1 Good 3 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Roof Cladding 1 Good 3 102 Average3 Poor

Terraces / Verandah 1 Good 1 102 Average3 Poor

Gutters 1 Good 3 102 Average3 Poor

Downpipes 1 Good 3 102 Average3 Poor

Fascia Boards 200x30mm timber fascia boards typical 1 Good 2 102 Average3 Poor

Electrical  Typical for this level of construction 1 Good 3 92 Average3 Poor

Mechanical None 1 Good2 Average3 Poor

Possible Intermediate Solution  New roofing iron to approx 40% of footprint to stop leaks : 200m2 x $45/m2 = $9,000 Electrical repairs: Say $5,000Replace louvres and damaged doors: Approx 40m2 x $250/m2 = $10,000Downpipes/gutters/fascias : say 80m x 0.5m x $350/m2 = $14,000

Possible Long Term Solution 

Damage Assessment ($) $38,000 Intermediate

Damage Assessment ($) 200,000 to 1,200,000 Long Term

Basis of calculation APPROX ONLY ‐ based on Schedule of Rates from QuanTech Pacific

100mm PVC downpipes, strapped to building.  Dislodged from gutters and building in numerous locations

Wareped or missing in numberous locations

Lots of visible damage to wiring in Room 3. No visible damage elsewhere

Detailed investigations for roof framing recommended along with checks on wall capacity for uplift/lateral loads for more tolerance towards Cat. 4‐5. Much depedent upon detailed investitaions by an Engineer. Possibly retro‐fitting to existing roof framing or build with new to comply. Considering building age, possible re‐construction of roof completely to current codes with possible column/foundations retrofit into walls for uplift/lateral capacity. Recommended to have ply shutters on framing supported off "Z" brackets (alternate more expensive option ‐ new windows and doors). Estimated cost around currently around $200,000 (new roof only) to $1,200,000 (new roof with retrofit to walls/frames for better capacity) for long term solution.

Corrugated Galv Iron cladding with screws on every second crest Numerous areas of minor damage to eaves and where sheets are lifting up

Typical constrruction, timber framed roof supported on combination of CHS posts or timber posts and concrete slab floor

Minor damage to roofing iron

Metal gutters (typical) 90% missing

Combination of burglar mesh or no provision made No visible damage

Damages to majority of rooms due to water infiltration. Room 3 complete failure

Timber trusses ‐ could not access for member size measurement Around rooms 4‐6 and room 7 there is evidence of dislocation as ridge line is disfigured

Timber purlins ‐ could not access for member size measurement Around rooms 4‐6 and room 7 there is evidence of dislocation as ridge line is disfigured

Build Quality

No visible damage ‐ substantial wear and tear

No visible damage

No visible damage

Louvre windows (pane glass) on standard carriers on timber framing typically or metal framed window panes all windows. Solid timber doors

Approx. 20% of louvres or glass destroyed or missing.

RAPID ASSESSMENT TEMPLATE: CYCLONE WINSTON DAMAGED BUILDINGSSCHOOLS, PUBLIC BUILDINGS & HEALTH FACILITIES 

INSPECTOR: JONATHAN PERKINS Extent of Damage Rating Description

FIRM/COMPANY: CHESTER CONSULTANTS LTD (SUB‐CONSULTANT TO HLE) 0 No Damage

1 Minor/Cosmetic/Water

GENERAL INFORMATION 2 Some Damage

Building Name: AMI CHANDRA MEMORIAL SCHOOL 3 Extensive but Repairable

Location: LAUTOKA 4 Irreparable

No. of Buildings: FOUR DAMAGED, TWO OTHERS

Ariel Plan Available: YES / NO Types of Buildings

School Block 

REPORT Staff Quarters

Page No. : 4 Toilet Block 

Building No. : ROOMS 11 & 12 Utility Building (FEA, Services, etc) 

Building Type : SCHOOL BLOCK Divisional Hospital 

Building Approx Age: 30‐40 YEARS Sub‐Divisional Hospital   

No. of Storeys: 1 Health Centre

Building Dimensions (Approx) : 15m L x 7m W x 5m H (10 degree gable) Nursing Station 

Usability : ROOM 12 IN USE, ROOM 11 SIGNIFICANT ROOF DAMAGE Public Building or Facility 

EVALUATION

Type of Construction Description DamageExtent of Damage Rating

Photo No.

Foundations Not visible 1 Good No visible damage ‐ concealed 0 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Floor Reinforced concrete slab on grade 1 Good 0 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Tiles/Floor Covering Tiles typical 1 Good 0 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Walls 200mm masonry blockwalls internal and external 1 Good 0 N/A2 Average3 Poor

Windows/Doors 1 Good 3 122 Average3 Poor

Shutters 1 Good2 Average3 Poor

Ceilings Plywood throughout 1 Good 4 11,122 Average3 Poor

Rafters 1 Good 3 11,122 Average3 Poor

Purlins 1 Good 4 11,122 Average3 Poor

Roof Cladding 1 Good 3 112 Average3 Poor

Terraces / Verandah 1 Good2 Average3 Poor

Gutters 1 Good 3 11,122 Average3 Poor

Downpipes 1 Good 4 112 Average3 Poor

Fascia Boards 200x30mm timber fascia boards typical 1 Good 3 11,122 Average3 Poor

Electrical  Typical for this level of construction 1 Good 3 92 Average3 Poor

Mechanical None 1 Good2 Average3 Poor

Possible Intermediate Solution  New roofing structure and cladding to approx 50% of footprint : 50m2 x $350/m2 = $18,500Replace louvres and damaged doors: Approx 10m2 x $250/m2 = $2,500Downpipes/gutters/fascias : say 20m x 0.5m x $350/m2 = $3,500 Electrical repairs: Say $1,500

Possible Long Term Solution 

Damage Assessment ($) $26,000 Intermediate

Damage Assessment ($) 40,000 to 250,000 Long Term

Basis of calculation APPROX ONLY ‐ based on Schedule of Rates from QuanTech Pacific

100mm PVC downpipes, strapped to building.  Missing or destroyed

Wareped or missing in numberous locations

Room 11: significant damage

Detailed investigations for roof framing recommended along with checks on wall capacity for uplift/lateral loads for more tolerance towards Cat. 4‐5. Much depedent upon detailed investitaions by an Engineer. Possibly retro‐fitting to existing roof framing or build with new to comply. Considering building age, possible re‐construction of roof completely to current codes with possible column/foundations retrofit into walls for uplift/lateral capacity. Recommended to have ply shutters on framing supported off "Z" brackets (alternate more expensive option ‐ new windows and doors). Estimated cost around currently around $40,000 (new roof only) to $250,000 (new roof with retrofit to walls/frames for better capacity) for long term solution.

Corrugated Galv Iron cladding with screws on every second crest Approx 40% destroyed

N/A

Metal gutters (typical) with proprietary strapping Approx 80% destroyed/missing

No provision made for shutters

Room 11: 100% destroyed. Room 12: Water damage

150x50mm timber rafters at approx 600mm cr's Significant structural failure to Room 11. Room 12  : no visible damage

50x50mm timber purlins at approx 300mm cr's Significant structural failure to Room 11. Room 12  : no visible damage

Build Quality

No visible damage ‐ substantial wear and tear

No visible damage

No visible damage

Louvre windows (pane glass) on standard carriers on timber framing typically or metal framed window panes all windows. Solid timber doors

Approx. 20% of louvres or glass destroyed or missing. One large window completely blown in

GENERAL DAMAGESCHOOLS, PUBLIC BUILDINGS & HEALTH FACILITIES 

INSPECTOR: JONATHAN PERKINS

FIRM/COMPANY: CHESTER CONSULTANTS LTD (SUB‐CONSULTANT TO HLE)

GENERAL INFORMATION

Building Name: AMI CHANDRA MEMORIAL SCHOOL

Location: LAUTOKA

No. of Buildings: FOUR DAMAGED, SIX OTHERS

Ariel Plan Available: YES / NO

1 FENCING / GATES / DRIVEWAY / RETAINING WALLS ETC (INCLUDE TYPE / LENGTH ETC)

No visible damage

2 WATER TANKS/METERS/PLUMBING

Meter box on South wall of office destroyed

3 POWER LINES / METERS / WIRING

No visible damage

4 OTHER ITEMS 

TOTAL COST ESTIMATE: INTERMEDIATE LONG TERM

DESCRIPTION DAMAGE COST (FJD $ VEP) DAMAGE COST (FJD $ VEP)

QUARTERS NO. 2 37,500$                                                                           

OFFICE AND ROOMS 1 & 2 150,000$                                                                         

ROOMS 3 ‐ 10 38,000$                                                                           

ROOMS 11 & 12 26,000$                                                                           

ELECTRICAL BOARD  2,000$                                                                             

TOTAL (FJD $ VEP) : 253,500$                                                                         

100,000$                                                                                  

800,000$                                                                                  

1,200,000$                                                                               

250,000$                                                                                  

Quarters No. 2 roof is currently situated across the road behind the neighbouring property (approx. 200m from Quarters No. 2 location). This should be removed in the short term as it is unsafe.

2,350,000$                                                                               

 

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PHOTOS – QUARTERS NO. 2 

 

Figure 1: Staff quarters with roof and windows destroyed

 

Figure 2: Detailed view showing damage to light steel roof structure, masonry wall connection and glass louvre blades

 

 

 

 

 

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PHOTOS – OFFICE AND ROOM 1 & 2 

 

Figure 3: West elevation of office, looking through to area with roof failure. Note power meter damaged on right.

 

Figure 4: Office building, roof destroyed leaving property open to weather

 

 

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Figure 5: Looking east along North elevation.

 

Figure 6: Room 1 – roof and window damages, now leading to extensive water damage

 

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Figure 7: Office building showing roof, wall, floor and A/C damages

   

 

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PHOTOS – ROOMS 3-10

 

Figure 8: Water damage evident to ceiling

 

Figure 9: Room 3 ceiling failure, looking through to Room 2 where roof is destroyed

 

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Figure 10: Room 3 damage to roof

   

 

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PHOTOS – ROOM 11 & 12 

 

Figure 11: Roof and window damages to Rooms 11 & 12

 

Figure 12: Roof and window damages to Rooms 11 & 12