Blast Analysis

Blast analysis is provided through an alliance with specialists in this field and is a two-phase process.

Phase 1:

The first phase generally includes an overview of the threat risk and an identification of areas likely affected by detonation, such as critical structural components and building infrastructure. Most important are issues of incident lethality and possible catastrophic structural collapse.

Phase 2:

The second phase includes a review of business missions, internal and external risk factors and the performance of engineering studies to identify:

• Potential risk of an explosive device, including likely charge weight and delivery means
• Potential locations of detonation
• Structural vulnerabilities, particularly locations and components that would create risk of catastrophic structural failure and building collapse
• Materials that may become airborne, creating risk of injury or loss of life to occupants

Recommended blast mitigation strategies are also included, which may involve using alternate materials and methods to improve survivability and structural integrity and reduce lethality of explosive incidents.