Abstract: An overhang bracket for preventing the discharge of debris from a structure which contains a bracket deck integrally connected to a bracket frame. The bracket deck and bracket frame preferably each has a length of from about 4 to about 15 feet. The bracket deck is preferably substantially L-shaped, with a horizontal and vertical surface disposed vis-a-vis each other at an angle of from about 60 to about 150 degrees; and it has a load capacity of from about 50 to about 1,000 pounds. The bracket frame contains at least two triangular braces. The bracket deck and/or the bracket frame contains an orifice which extends inwardly.

Abstract: A process for demolishing a bridge deck by a truck assembly equipped with a a receptacle comprised of a right side and a left side and a first wing rotatably connected to the right side of the receptacle. The process includes the steps of: (a) disposing the truck assembly beneath the bridge deck, (b) rotating the first wing upwardly and outwardly from the right side of the receptacle to a first position, (c) supporting the first wing in its first position by a support contiguous with the first wing, (d) demolishing the bridge deck and causing debris to fall therefrom, (d) receiving debris from the bridge deck within the receptacle, (e) ceasing supporting the first wing in its first position and moving it downwardly and inwardly towards the right side of the receptacle, (f) moving the truck assembly, and (g) removing debris from the receptacle.