Pack Hall (Area 7)

The Pack Hall represented in area number 7 of figure 2, has many problems including corrosion of steel elements, infiltration and the rainwater collection system that is inefficient. Although the roof trusses show signs of corrosion, this is not severe and may be treated, however, the roof sheeting must be replaced.

The gutters are in a very poor condition and must be replaced. Their condition allows water into the building which presents a risk to the occupants, the property and the hygiene of the products. Some of the windows at the top of the walls are broken also allowing water inside the building. These issues should be addressed.

The roof slabs have severe cases of infiltration, this must be treated and waterproofing applied.

What is more concerning about this building are the cracks on the walls of the chlorine dosing room. There seems to be differential settlement of the building as the floor is visibly lower and cracked which caused one wall to rotate, thus cracking and disconnecting from the top slab. Specialized tests must be done to determine the extent of the damage and the affected walls must be rebuilt. It is not recommended to use these rooms while the walls are in this state as it represents great danger to the people working close to it.