Four factors are required to be achieved if a safe workplace is to be achieved during

steelwork erection, namely:

(1) A sound plan set out in a written erection statement;
(2) Adequate resources in terms of people and equipment;
(3) Competent individuals, suitably trained and experienced;
(4) A chain of command to enable clear instructions to be given.
The critical erection stages for temporary demountable structures should be
identified during the design process. To ensure adequate provision against
overturning during erection, temporary strutting and/or guying may be necessary.
Such requirements should be adequately communicated to the site operatives. An
Erection Method Statement, together with drawings, is recommended for this
purpose
DISMANTLING
The dismantling of a demountable structure is important since its components are
likely to be reused. Care should be taken to maintain the safety of the dismantling
team and other people nearby.
The critical erection stages should have been identified during design. The safest
dismantling plan will normally be to reverse the erection procedure.
This should prevent components from being bent, distorted or overstressed during
dismantling. Minor damage to the structure may have occurred whilst in service and
the damaged components should have been clearly marked for ease of
identification when dismantling. During dismantling, the contractor should examine
all components for signs of wear, deformation or other damage. Damaged
components, or those with temporary repairs, should be set to one side for rejection
or permanent repair off site.