Self-build home: Prepare for construction - Revision history

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−	~~[[File:Self build plan header.jpg\|alt=Self build plan header.jpg\|link=Self~~-~~build home: project plan]]<br/>~~	+	-----
−		+	Introduction.
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−	~~'''~~Introduction.~~'''~~	+
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	This preparatory stage (sometimes called 'mobilisation') takes place after the contractor(s) has been appointed, but before they start work on site. It includes all the activities necessary to set up the site and organise the works. This helps avoid confusion, disputes, delays and safety problems and ensures that proper systems and facilities are in place.		This preparatory stage (sometimes called 'mobilisation') takes place after the contractor(s) has been appointed, but before they start work on site. It includes all the activities necessary to set up the site and organise the works. This helps avoid confusion, disputes, delays and safety problems and ensures that proper systems and facilities are in place.

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	NB Self-build clients are ‘domestic clients’ for the purposes of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (health and safety regulations generally referred to as the 'CDM Regulations'), and so the client's duties under the regulations will fall to the contractor on a project where there is only one contractor or to the principal contractor on a project where there is more than one contractor. However self-build clients can attract health and safety duties under Part 4 of the Regulations if they control the way in which construction work is carried out. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.		NB Self-build clients are ‘domestic clients’ for the purposes of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (health and safety regulations generally referred to as the 'CDM Regulations'), and so the client's duties under the regulations will fall to the contractor on a project where there is only one contractor or to the principal contractor on a project where there is more than one contractor. However self-build clients can attract health and safety duties under Part 4 of the Regulations if they control the way in which construction work is carried out. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.

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−		+	Site set up.
−	~~'''~~Site set up.~~'''~~	+
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−	*Ensure the site perimeter is secure.	+
−	*Ensure vehiclular access is fit for purpose with appropriate external signage to identify the site from the highway.	+
−	*If appropriate, prepare schedules of conditions and photographs of adjacent properties or structures that will be retained.	+
−	*Ensure suitable welfare facilities are in place for the workforce.	+
−	*Provide appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as; steel toe-capped boots, hard hats, high visibility jackets, and safety glasses for direct employees and visitors.	+
−	*Provide a first aid box within a site office suitably sized for meetings, drawings and filing.	+
−	*Ensure there is a secure, dry and well-lit location for the storage of materials (say 20 sqm depending on the project). A second-hand container is ideal and can be sold back at the end of the project.	+
−	*Arrange for the provision of necessary water, power supplies, and IT services required for construction activities.	+
−	*Provide temporary power and water supplies adjacent to the building for construction work.	+
−	*Provide temporary lighting to the proposed building footprint and access routes.	+
−	*Establish waste disposal facilities.	+
−	*Select plant to be hired or purchased. This should be oversized to avoid breakdown costs. When negotiating hire periods add a 25% contingency to accommodate inevitable delays rather than facing extra costs for over-running.	+
−	*Obtain statutory utility drawings of existing and surrounding services.	+
−	*Carefully record the exact positions of all underground service runs and if practical install permanent markers for future reference.	+
−	*Protect the open ends of pipes with stop ends to prevent debris being encapsulated in the system.	+
−	*It is worth considering the hire or purchase of a van as there will be many occasions where time can be saved by collecting goods, equipment and materials rather than waiting for delivery.	+
−		+
−	~~----~~	+

−	~~'''Organisation~~.~~'''~~	+	-----
		+	* Ensure the site perimeter is secure.
		+	* Ensure vehiclular access is fit for purpose with appropriate external signage to identify the site from the highway.
		+	* If appropriate, prepare schedules of conditions and photographs of adjacent properties or structures that will be retained.
		+	* Ensure suitable welfare facilities are in place for the workforce.
		+	* Provide appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as; steel toe-capped boots, hard hats, high visibility jackets, and safety glasses for direct employees and visitors.
		+	* Provide a first aid box within a site office suitably sized for meetings, drawings and filing.
		+	* Ensure there is a secure, dry and well-lit location for the storage of materials (say 20 sqm depending on the project). A second-hand container is ideal and can be sold back at the end of the project.
		+	* Arrange for the provision of necessary water, power supplies, and IT services required for construction activities.
		+	* Provide temporary power and water supplies adjacent to the building for construction work.
		+	* Provide temporary lighting to the proposed building footprint and access routes.
		+	* Establish waste disposal facilities.
		+	* Select plant to be hired or purchased. This should be oversized to avoid breakdown costs. When negotiating hire periods add a 25% contingency to accommodate inevitable delays rather than facing extra costs for over-running.
		+	* Obtain statutory utility drawings of existing and surrounding services.
		+	* Carefully record the exact positions of all underground service runs and if practical install permanent markers for future reference.
		+	* Protect the open ends of pipes with stop ends to prevent debris being encapsulated in the system.
		+	* It is worth considering the hire or purchase of a van as there will be many occasions where time can be saved by collecting goods, equipment and materials rather than waiting for delivery.

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−	*Commission any geotechnical survey work that is required.	+	Organisation.
−	*Appoint party wall surveyors if necessary.	+
−	*Arrange a pre-~~contract meeting with the main participants to discuss the procedures that will be adopted during the construction stage.~~	+
−	*Publish a master programme for the works.	+
−	*Establish a contract register scheduling; the contracts that have been placed, who signed them and when, what the value of the contract is and where it is stored. This can be crucial information if, for example, the contractor becomes insolvent and someone else has to take over.	+
−	*Comply with any statutory conditions that must be satisfied prior to construction commencing (such as tree protection, submission of contaminated soil disposal plans and so on).	+
−	*Notify the local authority (or approved inspector) of the intention to begin construction.	+
−	*The self builder should make sure available funding matches the cash-flow projection.	+
−	*Verify that appropriate insurance is in place, this may include; public liability insurance, contract works insurance and employer's liability insurance.	+
−	*It may be necessary to inform funders that construction is about to commence.	+

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		+	* Commission any geotechnical survey work that is required.
		+	* Appoint party wall surveyors if necessary.
		+	* Arrange a pre-contract meeting with the main participants to discuss the procedures that will be adopted during the construction stage.
		+	* Publish a master programme for the works.
		+	* Establish a contract register scheduling; the contracts that have been placed, who signed them and when, what the value of the contract is and where it is stored. This can be crucial information if, for example, the contractor becomes insolvent and someone else has to take over.
		+	* Comply with any statutory conditions that must be satisfied prior to construction commencing (such as tree protection, submission of contaminated soil disposal plans and so on).
		+	* Notify the local authority (or approved inspector) of the intention to begin construction.
		+	* The self builder should make sure available funding matches the cash-flow projection.
		+	* Verify that appropriate insurance is in place, this may include; public liability insurance, contract works insurance and employer's liability insurance.
		+	* It may be necessary to inform funders that construction is about to commence.

−	► [[Self-~~build%20home%3A%20Construction~~\|Next stage: Construction]].~~<br/>~~	+	-----
		+	[[Self-build_home:_Construction\|Next stage: Construction]].

−	▲ [[Self-~~build%20home%3A%20project%20plan~~\|List of all stages]].	+	[[Self-build_home:_project_plan\|List of all stages]].

−	[[Category:Self-build_home]]	+	[[Category:DCN_Definition]] [[Category:DCN_Guidance]] [[Category:DCN_Template]] [[Category:Self-build_home]]

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	Depending on the procurement route that has been adopted, some tasks carried out in this stage may be undertaken by the contractor(s), the self builder, consultants or the kit-house supplier.		Depending on the procurement route that has been adopted, some tasks carried out in this stage may be undertaken by the contractor(s), the self builder, consultants or the kit-house supplier.

−	NB Self-build clients are ‘domestic clients’ for the purposes of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (health and safety regulations generally referred to as the 'CDM Regulations'), and so ~~self-build homes are not ‘notifiable’~~. However self-build clients can attract health and safety duties under Part 4 of the Regulations if they control the way in which construction work is carried out. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.	+	NB Self-build clients are ‘domestic clients’ for the purposes of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (health and safety regulations generally referred to as the 'CDM Regulations'), and so the client's duties under the regulations will fall to the contractor on a project where there is only one contractor or to the principal contractor on a project where there is more than one contractor. However self-build clients can attract health and safety duties under Part 4 of the Regulations if they control the way in which construction work is carried out. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.

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	*Establish a contract register scheduling; the contracts that have been placed, who signed them and when, what the value of the contract is and where it is stored. This can be crucial information if, for example, the contractor becomes insolvent and someone else has to take over.		*Establish a contract register scheduling; the contracts that have been placed, who signed them and when, what the value of the contract is and where it is stored. This can be crucial information if, for example, the contractor becomes insolvent and someone else has to take over.
	*Comply with any statutory conditions that must be satisfied prior to construction commencing (such as tree protection, submission of contaminated soil disposal plans and so on).		*Comply with any statutory conditions that must be satisfied prior to construction commencing (such as tree protection, submission of contaminated soil disposal plans and so on).
−	*Notify the local authority (or approved inspector) of the intention to begin construction.	+	*Notify the local authority (or approved inspector) of the intention to begin construction.
	*The self builder should make sure available funding matches the cash-flow projection.		*The self builder should make sure available funding matches the cash-flow projection.
	*Verify that appropriate insurance is in place, this may include; public liability insurance, contract works insurance and employer's liability insurance.		*Verify that appropriate insurance is in place, this may include; public liability insurance, contract works insurance and employer's liability insurance.

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	*NB Self-build projects are generally not ‘notifiable’ to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), under the CDM Regulations. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.		*NB Self-build projects are generally not ‘notifiable’ to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), under the CDM Regulations. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.
	*The self builder should make sure available funding matches the cash flow projections.		*The self builder should make sure available funding matches the cash flow projections.
		+	*Verify that appropriate insurance is in place, this may include; public liability insurance, contract works insurance and employer's liability insurance.
	*It may be necessary to inform funders that construction is about to commence.		*It may be necessary to inform funders that construction is about to commence.

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−	► [[Self-~~build_home:_Construction~~\|Next stage: Construction]].<br/>	+	► [[Self-build%20home%3A%20Construction\|Next stage: Construction]].<br/>

	▲ [[Self-build%20home%3A%20project%20plan\|List of all stages]].		▲ [[Self-build%20home%3A%20project%20plan\|List of all stages]].

	[[Category:Self-build_home]]		[[Category:Self-build_home]]

Designing Buildings at 08:36, 18 September 2014

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−	► Next stage: Construction.<br/>	+	► [[Self-build_home:_Construction\|Next stage: Construction]].<br/>

−	▲ [[Self-~~build_home:_project_plan~~\|List of all stages]].	+	▲ [[Self-build%20home%3A%20project%20plan\|List of all stages]].

	[[Category:Self-build_home]]		[[Category:Self-build_home]]

Designing Buildings at 08:27, 18 September 2014

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	*Notify the local authority (or approved inspector) of the intention to begin construction. Construction must not begin until at least 2 days after notification has been given, or if an approved inspector is appointed, until the 'initial notice' to appoint an approved inspector has been accepted by the local authority (acceptance may be assumed if no valid rejection has been received 5 days after issuing the initial notice). It is also important to agree the procedures and programme for inspections by the local authority or approved inspector (such as drains, foundations and damp proof courses).		*Notify the local authority (or approved inspector) of the intention to begin construction. Construction must not begin until at least 2 days after notification has been given, or if an approved inspector is appointed, until the 'initial notice' to appoint an approved inspector has been accepted by the local authority (acceptance may be assumed if no valid rejection has been received 5 days after issuing the initial notice). It is also important to agree the procedures and programme for inspections by the local authority or approved inspector (such as drains, foundations and damp proof courses).
	*NB Self-build projects are generally not ‘notifiable’ to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), under the CDM Regulations. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.		*NB Self-build projects are generally not ‘notifiable’ to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), under the CDM Regulations. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.
−	*The self builder should make sure available funding matches the cash flow projections.	+	*The self builder should make sure available funding matches the cash flow projections.
	*It may be necessary to inform funders that construction is about to commence.		*It may be necessary to inform funders that construction is about to commence.

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	► Next stage: Construction.<br/>		► Next stage: Construction.<br/>

−	▲ [~~http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/~~Self-build_home:_project_plan List of all stages].	+	▲ [[Self-build_home:_project_plan\|List of all stages]].

	[[Category:Self-build_home]]		[[Category:Self-build_home]]

Designing Buildings at 08:27, 18 September 2014

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−	~~Mobilisation is a~~ preparatory stage ~~that~~ takes place after the contractor(s) has been appointed, but before they commence work on site~~. This~~ includes activities necessary to set up the site and organise the works.	+	This preparatory stage (sometimes called 'mobilisation') takes place after the contractor(s) has been appointed, but before they commence work on site and includes activities necessary to set up the site and organise the works.

−	~~Depending on the procurement route~~ that ~~has been adopted, some tasks carried out in this stage may be undertaken by~~ the ~~contractor(s)~~, ~~the self builder or consultants~~.	+	It is very important to ensure that the project is properly set up and an organisational strategy is in place before construction begins. This helps avoid confusion, disputes, delays and safety problems and ensures that proper systems and facilities are in place.

−	Be aware that whilst self-build clients are ‘domestic clients’ for the purposes of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations, and so the project is not ‘notifiable’, domestic clients can attract health and safety duties under Part 4 of the ~~regulations~~ if they control the way in which construction work is carried out. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.	+	Depending on the procurement route that has been adopted, some tasks carried out in this stage may be undertaken by the contractor(s), the self builder, consultants or the kit-house supplier.
		+
		+	Be aware that whilst self-build clients are ‘domestic clients’ for the purposes of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (generally referred to as the 'CDM Regulations'), and so the project is not ‘notifiable’, domestic clients can attract health and safety duties under Part 4 of the Regulations if they control the way in which construction work is carried out. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.

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	*If appropriate, prepare schedules of conditions and photographs of adjacent properties or structures that will be retained.		*If appropriate, prepare schedules of conditions and photographs of adjacent properties or structures that will be retained.
	*Ensure suitable welfare facilities are in place for the workforce.		*Ensure suitable welfare facilities are in place for the workforce.
−	*Provide appropriate personal protective equipment such as; steel toe-cap boots, hard hats, high visibility jackets, and safety glasses for direct employees and visitors.	+	*Provide appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as; steel toe-cap boots, hard hats, high visibility jackets, and safety glasses for direct employees and visitors.
	*Provide a first aid box within a site office suitably sized for meetings, drawings and filing.		*Provide a first aid box within a site office suitably sized for meetings, drawings and filing.
	*Ensure there is a secure, dry and well-lit location for the storage of materials (say 20 sqm depending on the project). A second hand container is ideal and can be sold back at the end of the project.		*Ensure there is a secure, dry and well-lit location for the storage of materials (say 20 sqm depending on the project). A second hand container is ideal and can be sold back at the end of the project.
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	*Establish waste disposal facilities.		*Establish waste disposal facilities.
	*Select plant to be hired or purchased. This should be oversized to avoid breakdown costs.		*Select plant to be hired or purchased. This should be oversized to avoid breakdown costs.
−	*When negotiating hire periods add 25% contingency to accommodate inevitable problems rather than facing extra costs for over-running.	+	*When negotiating hire periods add a 25% contingency to accommodate inevitable problems rather than facing extra costs for over-running.
	*Obtain statutory utility drawings of existing and surrounding services.		*Obtain statutory utility drawings of existing and surrounding services.
	*Carefully record exact positions of all underground service runs and if practical install permanent markers for future reference.		*Carefully record exact positions of all underground service runs and if practical install permanent markers for future reference.
	*Protect the open ends of pipes with stop ends to prevent debris being encapsulated in the system.		*Protect the open ends of pipes with stop ends to prevent debris being encapsulated in the system.
−	*It is worth considering the hire or purchase of a van ~~for the duration of the project~~ as there will be many occasions where time can be saved by collecting goods, equipment and materials rather than waiting for delivery.	+	*It is worth considering the hire or purchase of a van as there will be many occasions where time can be saved by collecting goods, equipment and materials rather than waiting for delivery.

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	*Arrange a pre-contract meeting with the main participants to discuss the procedures that will be adopted during the construction stage.		*Arrange a pre-contract meeting with the main participants to discuss the procedures that will be adopted during the construction stage.
	*Publish a master programme for the works.		*Publish a master programme for the works.
−	*Establish a contract register scheduling; the contracts that have been placed, who signed them and when, what the value of the contract is and where it is stored. This can be crucial information if for example the contractor becomes insolvent and someone else has to take over.	+	*Establish a contract register scheduling; the contracts that have been placed, who signed them and when, what the value of the contract is and where it is stored. This can be crucial information if, for example, the contractor becomes insolvent and someone else has to take over.
	*Comply with any statutory conditions that must be satisfied prior to construction commencing (such as tree protection, submission of contaminated soil disposal plans and so on).		*Comply with any statutory conditions that must be satisfied prior to construction commencing (such as tree protection, submission of contaminated soil disposal plans and so on).
	*Notify the local authority (or approved inspector) of the intention to begin construction. Construction must not begin until at least 2 days after notification has been given, or if an approved inspector is appointed, until the 'initial notice' to appoint an approved inspector has been accepted by the local authority (acceptance may be assumed if no valid rejection has been received 5 days after issuing the initial notice). It is also important to agree the procedures and programme for inspections by the local authority or approved inspector (such as drains, foundations and damp proof courses).		*Notify the local authority (or approved inspector) of the intention to begin construction. Construction must not begin until at least 2 days after notification has been given, or if an approved inspector is appointed, until the 'initial notice' to appoint an approved inspector has been accepted by the local authority (acceptance may be assumed if no valid rejection has been received 5 days after issuing the initial notice). It is also important to agree the procedures and programme for inspections by the local authority or approved inspector (such as drains, foundations and damp proof courses).
−	*The self builder should make sure available funding matches the cash flow projections. It may be necessary to inform funders that construction is about to commence.	+	*NB Self-build projects are generally not ‘notifiable’ to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), under the CDM Regulations. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.
		+	*The self builder should make sure available funding matches the cash flow projections.
		+	*It may be necessary to inform funders that construction is about to commence.

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'''Introduction.'''

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Mobilisation is a preparatory stage that takes place after the contractor(s) has been appointed, but before they commence work on site. This includes activities necessary to set up the site and organise the works.

Depending on the procurement route that has been adopted, some tasks carried out in this stage may be undertaken by the contractor(s), the self builder or consultants.

Be aware that whilst self-build clients are ‘domestic clients’ for the purposes of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations, and so the project is not ‘notifiable’, domestic clients can attract health and safety duties under Part 4 of the regulations if they control the way in which construction work is carried out. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.

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'''Site set up.'''

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*Ensure the site perimeter is secure.
*Ensure vehicle access is fit for purpose with appropriate external signage to identify the site from the highway.
*If appropriate, prepare schedules of conditions and photographs of adjacent properties or structures that will be retained.
*Ensure suitable welfare facilities are in place for the workforce.
*Provide appropriate personal protective equipment such as; steel toe-cap boots, hard hats, high visibility jackets, and safety glasses for direct employees and visitors.
*Provide a first aid box within a site office suitably sized for meetings, drawings and filing.
*Ensure there is a secure, dry and well-lit location for the storage of materials (say 20 sqm depending on the project). A second hand container is ideal and can be sold back at the end of the project.
*Arrange for the statutory utilities to provide the necessary water, power supplies, and IT services required for construction activities.
*Provide temporary power and water supplies adjacent to the building for construction work.
*Provide a temporary extendable lighting scheme to the proposed building footprint and access routes.
*Establish waste disposal facilities.
*Select plant to be hired or purchased. This should be oversized to avoid breakdown costs.
*When negotiating hire periods add 25% contingency to accommodate inevitable problems rather than facing extra costs for over-running.
*Obtain statutory utility drawings of existing and surrounding services.
*Carefully record exact positions of all underground service runs and if practical install permanent markers for future reference.
*Protect the open ends of pipes with stop ends to prevent debris being encapsulated in the system.
*It is worth considering the hire or purchase of a van for the duration of the project as there will be many occasions where time can be saved by collecting goods, equipment and materials rather than waiting for delivery.

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'''Organisation.'''

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*Commission any geotechnical survey work that is required.
*Appoint party wall surveyors if necessary.
*Arrange a pre-contract meeting with the main participants to discuss the procedures that will be adopted during the construction stage.
*Publish a master programme for the works.
*Establish a contract register scheduling; the contracts that have been placed, who signed them and when, what the value of the contract is and where it is stored. This can be crucial information if for example the contractor becomes insolvent and someone else has to take over.
*Comply with any statutory conditions that must be satisfied prior to construction commencing (such as tree protection, submission of contaminated soil disposal plans and so on).
*Notify the local authority (or approved inspector) of the intention to begin construction. Construction must not begin until at least 2 days after notification has been given, or if an approved inspector is appointed, until the 'initial notice' to appoint an approved inspector has been accepted by the local authority (acceptance may be assumed if no valid rejection has been received 5 days after issuing the initial notice). It is also important to agree the procedures and programme for inspections by the local authority or approved inspector (such as drains, foundations and damp proof courses).
*The self builder should make sure available funding matches the cash flow projections. It may be necessary to inform funders that construction is about to commence.

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► Next stage: Construction.<br/>

▲ [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Self-build_home:_project_plan List of all stages].

[[Category:Self-build_home]]

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−	This preparatory stage (sometimes called 'mobilisation') takes place after the contractor(s) has been appointed, but before they start work on site. It includes all the activities necessary to set up the site and organise the works. This helps avoid confusion, disputes, delays and safety problems and ensures that proper systems and facilities are in place ~~for efficient construction~~.	+	This preparatory stage (sometimes called 'mobilisation') takes place after the contractor(s) has been appointed, but before they start work on site. It includes all the activities necessary to set up the site and organise the works. This helps avoid confusion, disputes, delays and safety problems and ensures that proper systems and facilities are in place.

	Depending on the procurement route that has been adopted, some tasks carried out in this stage may be undertaken by the contractor(s), the self builder, consultants or the kit-house supplier.		Depending on the procurement route that has been adopted, some tasks carried out in this stage may be undertaken by the contractor(s), the self builder, consultants or the kit-house supplier.

−	NB Self-build clients are ‘domestic clients’ for the purposes of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (health and safety regulations generally referred to as the 'CDM Regulations'), and so self-build homes not ‘notifiable’. However self-build clients can attract health and safety duties under Part 4 of the Regulations if they control the way in which construction work is carried out. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.	+	NB Self-build clients are ‘domestic clients’ for the purposes of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (health and safety regulations generally referred to as the 'CDM Regulations'), and so self-build homes are not ‘notifiable’. However self-build clients can attract health and safety duties under Part 4 of the Regulations if they control the way in which construction work is carried out. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.

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	*Arrange for the provision of necessary water, power supplies, and IT services required for construction activities.		*Arrange for the provision of necessary water, power supplies, and IT services required for construction activities.
	*Provide temporary power and water supplies adjacent to the building for construction work.		*Provide temporary power and water supplies adjacent to the building for construction work.
−	*Provide a temporary lighting ~~scheme~~ to the proposed building footprint and access routes.	+	*Provide temporary lighting to the proposed building footprint and access routes.
	*Establish waste disposal facilities.		*Establish waste disposal facilities.
−	*Select plant to be hired or purchased. This should be oversized to avoid breakdown costs.	+	*Select plant to be hired or purchased. This should be oversized to avoid breakdown costs. When negotiating hire periods add a 25% contingency to accommodate inevitable delays rather than facing extra costs for over-running.
−	*When negotiating hire periods add a 25% contingency to accommodate inevitable delays rather than facing extra costs for over-running.	+
	*Obtain statutory utility drawings of existing and surrounding services.		*Obtain statutory utility drawings of existing and surrounding services.
	*Carefully record the exact positions of all underground service runs and if practical install permanent markers for future reference.		*Carefully record the exact positions of all underground service runs and if practical install permanent markers for future reference.
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	*Establish a contract register scheduling; the contracts that have been placed, who signed them and when, what the value of the contract is and where it is stored. This can be crucial information if, for example, the contractor becomes insolvent and someone else has to take over.		*Establish a contract register scheduling; the contracts that have been placed, who signed them and when, what the value of the contract is and where it is stored. This can be crucial information if, for example, the contractor becomes insolvent and someone else has to take over.
	*Comply with any statutory conditions that must be satisfied prior to construction commencing (such as tree protection, submission of contaminated soil disposal plans and so on).		*Comply with any statutory conditions that must be satisfied prior to construction commencing (such as tree protection, submission of contaminated soil disposal plans and so on).
−	*Notify the local authority (or approved inspector) of the intention to begin construction. Construction must not begin until at least 2 days after notification has been given, or if an approved inspector is appointed, until the 'initial notice' to appoint an approved inspector has been accepted by the local authority (acceptance may be assumed if no valid rejection has been received 5 days after issuing the initial notice). It is also important to agree the procedures and programme for inspections by the local authority or approved inspector (such as; drains, foundations and damp proof courses).	+	*Notify the local authority (or approved inspector) of the intention to begin construction.
	*The self builder should make sure available funding matches the cash-flow projection.		*The self builder should make sure available funding matches the cash-flow projection.
	*Verify that appropriate insurance is in place, this may include; public liability insurance, contract works insurance and employer's liability insurance.		*Verify that appropriate insurance is in place, this may include; public liability insurance, contract works insurance and employer's liability insurance.

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−	This preparatory stage (sometimes called 'mobilisation') takes place after the contractor(s) has been appointed, but before they ~~commence~~ work on site ~~and~~ includes activities necessary to set up the site and organise the works.	+	This preparatory stage (sometimes called 'mobilisation') takes place after the contractor(s) has been appointed, but before they start work on site. It includes all the activities necessary to set up the site and organise the works. This helps avoid confusion, disputes, delays and safety problems and ensures that proper systems and facilities are in place for efficient construction.
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−	~~It is very important to ensure that the project is properly set up and an organisational strategy is in place before construction begins~~. This helps avoid confusion, disputes, delays and safety problems and ensures that proper systems and facilities are in place for efficient construction.	+

	Depending on the procurement route that has been adopted, some tasks carried out in this stage may be undertaken by the contractor(s), the self builder, consultants or the kit-house supplier.		Depending on the procurement route that has been adopted, some tasks carried out in this stage may be undertaken by the contractor(s), the self builder, consultants or the kit-house supplier.

−	~~Be aware that whilst self~~-build clients are ‘domestic clients’ for the purposes of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (generally referred to as the 'CDM Regulations'), and so ~~the project is~~ not ‘notifiable’~~, domestic~~ clients can attract health and safety duties under Part 4 of the Regulations if they control the way in which construction work is carried out. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.	+	NB Self-build clients are ‘domestic clients’ for the purposes of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (health and safety regulations generally referred to as the 'CDM Regulations'), and so self-build homes not ‘notifiable’. However self-build clients can attract health and safety duties under Part 4 of the Regulations if they control the way in which construction work is carried out. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.

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	*Provide a first aid box within a site office suitably sized for meetings, drawings and filing.		*Provide a first aid box within a site office suitably sized for meetings, drawings and filing.
	*Ensure there is a secure, dry and well-lit location for the storage of materials (say 20 sqm depending on the project). A second-hand container is ideal and can be sold back at the end of the project.		*Ensure there is a secure, dry and well-lit location for the storage of materials (say 20 sqm depending on the project). A second-hand container is ideal and can be sold back at the end of the project.
−	*Arrange for the ~~statutory utilities to provide the~~ necessary water, power supplies, and IT services required for construction activities.	+	*Arrange for the provision of necessary water, power supplies, and IT services required for construction activities.
	*Provide temporary power and water supplies adjacent to the building for construction work.		*Provide temporary power and water supplies adjacent to the building for construction work.
−	*Provide a temporary~~, extendable~~ lighting scheme to the proposed building footprint and access routes.	+	*Provide a temporary lighting scheme to the proposed building footprint and access routes.
	*Establish waste disposal facilities.		*Establish waste disposal facilities.
	*Select plant to be hired or purchased. This should be oversized to avoid breakdown costs.		*Select plant to be hired or purchased. This should be oversized to avoid breakdown costs.
	*When negotiating hire periods add a 25% contingency to accommodate inevitable delays rather than facing extra costs for over-running.		*When negotiating hire periods add a 25% contingency to accommodate inevitable delays rather than facing extra costs for over-running.
	*Obtain statutory utility drawings of existing and surrounding services.		*Obtain statutory utility drawings of existing and surrounding services.
−	*Carefully record exact positions of all underground service runs and if practical install permanent markers for future reference.	+	*Carefully record the exact positions of all underground service runs and if practical install permanent markers for future reference.
	*Protect the open ends of pipes with stop ends to prevent debris being encapsulated in the system.		*Protect the open ends of pipes with stop ends to prevent debris being encapsulated in the system.
	*It is worth considering the hire or purchase of a van as there will be many occasions where time can be saved by collecting goods, equipment and materials rather than waiting for delivery.		*It is worth considering the hire or purchase of a van as there will be many occasions where time can be saved by collecting goods, equipment and materials rather than waiting for delivery.
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	*Comply with any statutory conditions that must be satisfied prior to construction commencing (such as tree protection, submission of contaminated soil disposal plans and so on).		*Comply with any statutory conditions that must be satisfied prior to construction commencing (such as tree protection, submission of contaminated soil disposal plans and so on).
	*Notify the local authority (or approved inspector) of the intention to begin construction. Construction must not begin until at least 2 days after notification has been given, or if an approved inspector is appointed, until the 'initial notice' to appoint an approved inspector has been accepted by the local authority (acceptance may be assumed if no valid rejection has been received 5 days after issuing the initial notice). It is also important to agree the procedures and programme for inspections by the local authority or approved inspector (such as; drains, foundations and damp proof courses).		*Notify the local authority (or approved inspector) of the intention to begin construction. Construction must not begin until at least 2 days after notification has been given, or if an approved inspector is appointed, until the 'initial notice' to appoint an approved inspector has been accepted by the local authority (acceptance may be assumed if no valid rejection has been received 5 days after issuing the initial notice). It is also important to agree the procedures and programme for inspections by the local authority or approved inspector (such as; drains, foundations and damp proof courses).
−	*NB Self-build projects are generally not ‘notifiable’ to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), under the CDM Regulations. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.
	*The self builder should make sure available funding matches the cash-flow projection.		*The self builder should make sure available funding matches the cash-flow projection.
	*Verify that appropriate insurance is in place, this may include; public liability insurance, contract works insurance and employer's liability insurance.		*Verify that appropriate insurance is in place, this may include; public liability insurance, contract works insurance and employer's liability insurance.

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	This preparatory stage (sometimes called 'mobilisation') takes place after the contractor(s) has been appointed, but before they commence work on site and includes activities necessary to set up the site and organise the works.		This preparatory stage (sometimes called 'mobilisation') takes place after the contractor(s) has been appointed, but before they commence work on site and includes activities necessary to set up the site and organise the works.

−	It is very important to ensure that the project is properly set up and an organisational strategy is in place before construction begins. This helps avoid confusion, disputes, delays and safety problems and ensures that proper systems and facilities are in place.	+	It is very important to ensure that the project is properly set up and an organisational strategy is in place before construction begins. This helps avoid confusion, disputes, delays and safety problems and ensures that proper systems and facilities are in place for efficient construction.

	Depending on the procurement route that has been adopted, some tasks carried out in this stage may be undertaken by the contractor(s), the self builder, consultants or the kit-house supplier.		Depending on the procurement route that has been adopted, some tasks carried out in this stage may be undertaken by the contractor(s), the self builder, consultants or the kit-house supplier.
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	*Ensure the site perimeter is secure.		*Ensure the site perimeter is secure.
−	*Ensure ~~vehicle~~ access is fit for purpose with appropriate external signage to identify the site from the highway.	+	*Ensure vehiclular access is fit for purpose with appropriate external signage to identify the site from the highway.
	*If appropriate, prepare schedules of conditions and photographs of adjacent properties or structures that will be retained.		*If appropriate, prepare schedules of conditions and photographs of adjacent properties or structures that will be retained.
	*Ensure suitable welfare facilities are in place for the workforce.		*Ensure suitable welfare facilities are in place for the workforce.
−	*Provide appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as; steel toe-~~cap~~ boots, hard hats, high visibility jackets, and safety glasses for direct employees and visitors.	+	*Provide appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as; steel toe-capped boots, hard hats, high visibility jackets, and safety glasses for direct employees and visitors.
	*Provide a first aid box within a site office suitably sized for meetings, drawings and filing.		*Provide a first aid box within a site office suitably sized for meetings, drawings and filing.
−	*Ensure there is a secure, dry and well-lit location for the storage of materials (say 20 sqm depending on the project). A second hand container is ideal and can be sold back at the end of the project.	+	*Ensure there is a secure, dry and well-lit location for the storage of materials (say 20 sqm depending on the project). A second-hand container is ideal and can be sold back at the end of the project.
	*Arrange for the statutory utilities to provide the necessary water, power supplies, and IT services required for construction activities.		*Arrange for the statutory utilities to provide the necessary water, power supplies, and IT services required for construction activities.
	*Provide temporary power and water supplies adjacent to the building for construction work.		*Provide temporary power and water supplies adjacent to the building for construction work.
−	*Provide a temporary extendable lighting scheme to the proposed building footprint and access routes.	+	*Provide a temporary, extendable lighting scheme to the proposed building footprint and access routes.
	*Establish waste disposal facilities.		*Establish waste disposal facilities.
	*Select plant to be hired or purchased. This should be oversized to avoid breakdown costs.		*Select plant to be hired or purchased. This should be oversized to avoid breakdown costs.
−	*When negotiating hire periods add a 25% contingency to accommodate inevitable ~~problems~~ rather than facing extra costs for over-running.	+	*When negotiating hire periods add a 25% contingency to accommodate inevitable delays rather than facing extra costs for over-running.
	*Obtain statutory utility drawings of existing and surrounding services.		*Obtain statutory utility drawings of existing and surrounding services.
	*Carefully record exact positions of all underground service runs and if practical install permanent markers for future reference.		*Carefully record exact positions of all underground service runs and if practical install permanent markers for future reference.
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	*Establish a contract register scheduling; the contracts that have been placed, who signed them and when, what the value of the contract is and where it is stored. This can be crucial information if, for example, the contractor becomes insolvent and someone else has to take over.		*Establish a contract register scheduling; the contracts that have been placed, who signed them and when, what the value of the contract is and where it is stored. This can be crucial information if, for example, the contractor becomes insolvent and someone else has to take over.
	*Comply with any statutory conditions that must be satisfied prior to construction commencing (such as tree protection, submission of contaminated soil disposal plans and so on).		*Comply with any statutory conditions that must be satisfied prior to construction commencing (such as tree protection, submission of contaminated soil disposal plans and so on).
−	*Notify the local authority (or approved inspector) of the intention to begin construction. Construction must not begin until at least 2 days after notification has been given, or if an approved inspector is appointed, until the 'initial notice' to appoint an approved inspector has been accepted by the local authority (acceptance may be assumed if no valid rejection has been received 5 days after issuing the initial notice). It is also important to agree the procedures and programme for inspections by the local authority or approved inspector (such as drains, foundations and damp proof courses).	+	*Notify the local authority (or approved inspector) of the intention to begin construction. Construction must not begin until at least 2 days after notification has been given, or if an approved inspector is appointed, until the 'initial notice' to appoint an approved inspector has been accepted by the local authority (acceptance may be assumed if no valid rejection has been received 5 days after issuing the initial notice). It is also important to agree the procedures and programme for inspections by the local authority or approved inspector (such as; drains, foundations and damp proof courses).
	*NB Self-build projects are generally not ‘notifiable’ to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), under the CDM Regulations. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.		*NB Self-build projects are generally not ‘notifiable’ to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), under the CDM Regulations. See CDM for self-builders and domestic clients for more information.
−	*The self builder should make sure available funding matches the cash flow ~~projections~~.	+	*The self builder should make sure available funding matches the cash-flow projection.
	*Verify that appropriate insurance is in place, this may include; public liability insurance, contract works insurance and employer's liability insurance.		*Verify that appropriate insurance is in place, this may include; public liability insurance, contract works insurance and employer's liability insurance.
	*It may be necessary to inform funders that construction is about to commence.		*It may be necessary to inform funders that construction is about to commence.

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