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Temporary Works Register
Temporary works fail when something is loaded before it was checked or struck before it was released. The register ties every temporary structure to a named design, a design check and a permit at both ends of its life.
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Temporary works register.
A register with coordinator appointment: designs, design checks, and permits to load and strike.
Why you need it on the job
How it links to the standards
The equipment and controls this template asks you to record are governed by published standards that define what each item must withstand and how it is tested. These are the ones that apply most directly:
- EN 397 — industrial safety helmets
The full EN standards library covers every standard referenced across SafetyOrbit.
Related guidance
Filling the template in is easier when you know the reasoning behind each control. These notes cover the practical detail:
- Tips and Tricks — the full technique-note library for this kind of work
Frequently asked questions
What counts as temporary works?
Anything that supports the permanent works or the people building it: falsework, formwork, propping, trench support, edge protection and access structures.
What is a permit to strike?
Written authorisation that the permanent works can carry themselves, so the temporary support may be removed.