In the paper the usability checks performed on precast RC gyms and masonry school buildings, located in the Municipalities of San Pietro in Casale (BO), Bomporto (MO) and Bondeno (FE) after the seismic events occurred on 2012 May 20th and 29th, are reported and discussed.
First, the main features of surveyed buildings have been identified. Later on, on the basis of the detected damages, their seismic deficiencies have been recognized. Finally, the indication of some appropriate simple interventions for retrofitting studied buildings has been given.