The following need to be considered before demolition commences to decide which of these are necessary depending on the nature of the demolition:
- details of the demolisher and appropriate licence
- method of demolition - either manual or mechanised
- extent of temporary fencing and hoardings
- protection of adjoining properties, existing buildings and infrastructure
- disconnection notices for the service authorities, electricity, water, gas and telecommunications
- the order in which the structural systems will be removed (the sequence of operations)
- details of any hazardous materials and notification of these to relevant authorities
- on-site amenities such as toilet, first aid, fire services
- control measures for dust, noise and vibration
- vermin control for rats and mice
- traffic control on and off the site
- truck wash bays
- environmental considerations such as recycling.