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Clear filtersConstructionTemporary worksDesign responsibility
Identify who coordinates and approves temporary works.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗ConstructionTemporary worksDesign brief
State loads, ground conditions and intended use before design begins.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗ConstructionTemporary worksApproved drawings
Use the current authorised drawing at the work location.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗ConstructionTemporary worksComponent compatibility
Do not mix temporary support components without approval.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗ConstructionTemporary worksErection sequence
Follow the designed assembly and stabilisation sequence.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗ConstructionTemporary worksFoundation preparation
Verify the support base matches the design assumptions.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗ConstructionTemporary worksLoading release
Obtain the required approval before loading temporary works.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗ConstructionTemporary worksUnauthorised modification
Do not relocate ties, braces or props to create access.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗ConstructionTemporary worksConcrete operations
Control pour loading and sequence to match the approved design.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗ConstructionTemporary worksInspection access
Provide safe access for checking critical components.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗ConstructionTemporary worksDamage response
Escalate impact, movement or distress immediately.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗ConstructionTemporary worksInterface coordination
Coordinate temporary works with lifting and adjacent construction.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗ConstructionTemporary worksWeather loading
Consider wind and rain effects on temporary structures.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗ConstructionTemporary worksPublic exposure
Protect areas around temporary hoardings and covered walkways.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗ConstructionTemporary worksDismantling release
Obtain permission before striking or removing supports.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗ConstructionTemporary worksDesign change
Review design when the work sequence or intended load changes.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗ConstructionTemporary worksRecords
Keep approvals and restrictions available for supervisors.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗ConstructionTemporary worksBriefing question
Who confirms this temporary structure is ready for its next stage?
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