Temporary Works Design and Management (CM-042) Training Course

Temporary Works Design and Management

Falsework, formwork, excavation support, propping, scaffolding, crane bases and many other temporary structures make permanent construction possible. Because they are…

5 daysClassroom or online

49Upcoming dates

12Cities

£2,250Fees from

Course overview

Introduction

Falsework, formwork, excavation support, propping, scaffolding, crane bases and many other temporary structures make permanent construction possible. Because they are temporary, they are sometimes treated with less care than permanent works, yet temporary works failures have caused some of the most serious accidents and costly delays in the industry.

This Temporary Works Design and Management training course explains how to identify, design, check, install, inspect and remove temporary works safely. Participants learn about temporary works procedures, coordinator and supervisor roles, design briefs and categories of design check, loading and stability principles, ground conditions, permits to load and dismantle, and the interface with permanent works.

The course is relevant to contractors, designers and clients, and emphasises the management systems and communication that prevent failures.

Course Objectives

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

Explain the importance and risks of temporary works
Describe recognised good practice and procedures for temporary works control
Define the roles of temporary works coordinators and supervisors
Prepare clear temporary works design briefs
Understand loading, stability and ground considerations
Apply appropriate design check categories
Manage permits to load, strike and dismantle
Inspect temporary works and respond to changes on site

Target Audience

This training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals, including:

Temporary works coordinators and supervisors
Site managers and construction managers
Site and project engineers
Temporary works designers
Health and safety professionals in construction
Client and consultant representatives

Training Methodology

The course combines technical explanation with case studies of temporary works failures and practical exercises. Participants prepare a design brief, identify temporary works on a sample project, review designs for key risks and complete permit and inspection documentation for realistic scenarios.

Target Competencies

Temporary works identification
Design brief preparation
Loading and stability awareness
Design check management
Permit control
Site inspection

Course outline

1Day One: Temporary Works and Their Risks

What temporary works are and why they matter
Common types: falsework, formwork, shoring and scaffolding
Lessons from temporary works failures and collapses
Legal duties and recognised good practice in overview
The temporary works life cycle from concept to removal
Interfaces between temporary and permanent works
Exercise: identifying temporary works on a sample project

2Day Two: Management Systems and Roles

Temporary works procedures and registers
Roles of coordinators, supervisors and designers
Competence and appointment of key personnel
Communication between site, design and procurement
Managing temporary works by subcontractors
Client and principal contractor responsibilities
Workshop: setting up a temporary works register

3Day Three: Design Briefs and Design Checks

Preparing clear and complete design briefs
Information on loads, ground and site constraints
Proprietary equipment and manufacturer guidance
Design check categories and independence
Reviewing designs for practicality and buildability
Managing design changes during construction
Exercise: writing a temporary works design brief

4Day Four: Technical Principles

Loads, load paths and stability of temporary structures
Wind, impact and dynamic loading effects
Ground bearing capacity and foundation for temporary works
Excavation support and groundwater control
Formwork pressures and concrete pour rates
Lifting operations and crane platform design
Case study: analysis of a falsework collapse

5Day Five: Installation, Inspection and Removal

Checking installation against the design
Permits to load and to strike or dismantle
Routine inspections and inspection records
Responding to changes, damage and unexpected conditions
Safe removal and dismantling sequences
Auditing temporary works management on site
Personal action plan for temporary works management

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Temporary Works Design and Management course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Temporary Works Design and Management course?

The next public date is 7 - 11 Dec 2026 in London. There are 49 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in London, Barcelona, Frankfurt, Kuala Lumpur, Madrid, Munich, Paris, Rome, Amsterdam, Cape Town, Geneva, Istanbul.

Can I take Temporary Works Design and Management online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

Temporary Works Design and Management

Course overview

Introduction

Course Objectives

Target Audience

Training Methodology

Target Competencies

Course outline

Dates and fees

Frequently asked questions

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