Temporary Works Design & Control — Done Properly, Without the Delay
Full-service Temporary Works Design, design risk assessments, calculations, design briefs, RAMS/ITP support, permits, standard solutions and contractor-focused technical support.
Our solutions
Everything you need to keep temporary works moving
Ten core solutions covering design, checking, compliance, site control and competence — one accountable point of contact for all of them.
Temporary Works Design
Calculations and details for propping, support, platforms, stability and access — to recognised standards.
Learn more →Design Checking Support
Independent-style checking and Cat 0–3 check support to confirm design intent and assumptions.
Learn more →BS 5975:2024 Support
Help to set up and run a workable temporary works procedure, registers and roles.
Learn more →RAMS / ITP Review
Practical comments on method statements, risk assessments and inspection & test plans.
Learn more →Working Platforms / Piling Mats
Working platform and piling/crane mat assessment with reference to BR 470 and good practice.
Learn more →Scaffold Interface Review
Tie-in, loading, ground bearing and design-interface review for scaffold and access.
Learn more →Excavation / Propping / Hoardings
Support for excavation stability, propping schemes and temporary hoarding/stability.
Discuss your scheme →Virtual Site Audits
Remote review of temporary works implementation, records and control against the register.
Learn more →TWC / TWS Mentoring
Coordinator and supervisor mentoring to build confidence and competence on live projects.
Learn more →Personal Tutoring
One-to-one tutoring for candidates, engineers and managers preparing for TW and construction roles.
Learn more →Our main service
Full-Service Temporary Works Design Provision
Temporary Works Consulting & Design Ltd gives contractors a single, dependable source for the whole temporary works design process — from the first query to an issue-ready, fully documented design pack. We carry the design workload so your team can keep building.
What full-service provision covers
- Design brief review
- Temporary Works Register input
- Design risk assessments
- Calculations
- Sketches and design notes
- Temporary works drawings
- Standard solution review
- Bespoke temporary works design
- Design checking coordination
- RAMS review
- ITP and hold-point advice
- Permit-to-load / use / strike / dismantle support
- Site installation control notes
- Inspection requirements
- Client-ready design packs
- Close-out records
From initial query to issue-ready temporary works pack.
One point of contact, one accountable design process, and a clear, traceable record at every stage — delivered with reference to BS 5975:2024 and subject to project-specific information and competent review.
In practice
Temporary works on real projects
A short look at the temporary works engineering, supervision and control TWC&D supports — from deep excavations to high-voltage infrastructure.
The problem
Temporary works problems cost contractors time and money
Most avoidable delay on site is not a site problem — it starts with unclear briefs, missing register items and late design. The common failure points are predictable:
- Late temporary works design
- Poor or incomplete design briefs
- Missing Temporary Works Register items
- Unclear RAMS
- Weak ITP hold points
- Poor scaffold / excavation / lifting interface control
- Late design checks
- Unclear responsibility and sign-off
- Avoidable site delays and standing time
- Clear, traceable calculations
- Practical design advice that fits the site
- Fast design and brief reviews
- Project-specific risk control
- Design risk assessment
- RAMS / ITP comments and hold-point input
- Virtual site support and audits
- Training and mentoring for your team
- Weekly support options for ongoing work
The solution
Practical temporary works control, delivered quickly
TWC&D works alongside your team to keep temporary works moving — with reference to BS 5975:2024 and subject to project-specific information. The aim is simple: clear control, fewer surprises, less standing time.
Explore all solutionsHow it works
From first query to issue-ready pack
A simple, accountable process built around your programme — no long forms, no gatekeeping, no waiting weeks for a first answer.
Send your query
Tell us the temporary works item, the programme date and what information you already have — by email, WhatsApp or the contact form.
Brief, design & check
We agree the design brief, produce the calculations, sketches and drawings, and coordinate the right category of design check.
Issue-ready design pack
You receive a clear, traceable, fully documented pack — design risk assessment, drawings, RAMS/ITP input and permit support included.
Site control & support
Installation control notes, inspection requirements, virtual audits and ongoing weekly support keep the item controlled to close-out.
Featured publication
Mastering Temporary Works — Volumes 1, 2 & 3
Mastering Temporary Works Volumes 1, 2 and 3 gives learners, site managers, supervisors, TWCs and TWSs a practical guide to temporary works principles, terminology, registers, design control, RAMS, ITPs, permits and site implementation. It is designed to support temporary works course preparation and improve practical site understanding.
- Volume 1 — Foundations of Temporary Works Management
- Volume 2 — Design, Checking, RAMS, ITPs and Site Control
- Volume 3 — Advanced Contractor Control, Audits, Case Studies and Practical Systems
Designed to help you prepare for temporary works courses and improve practical understanding on site.
FREE download all 3 volumes
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Educational material is intended to support learning and site understanding. It does not replace formal training, assessment, competent supervision or project-specific temporary works procedures.
Tutoring · Coaching · Writing
Learn temporary works from someone who does it every day
One-to-one tutoring, career coaching and practical construction writing from David Miller — 26+ years on real projects, now helping the next generation of TWCs, TWSs, engineers and site managers.
Personal Tutoring
One-to-one Temporary Works tutoring, TWC / TWS revision support, BS 5975:2024 practical coaching and RAMS / ITP / permit / register training.
View tutoring options →Career Coaching
Construction career coaching, CV and interview support for engineers, supervisors, graduates and managers stepping up into temporary works and management roles.
Request coaching →Books & Writing
Author of the Mastering Temporary Works three-volume series — now a free download — plus practical guides, templates and technical writing for contractors.
Download the books free →Ongoing support
Weekly Temporary Works Support
A predictable, retained advisory relationship for contractors who want fast answers without raising a new enquiry each time.
Predictable cost
A fixed weekly arrangement so support is budgeted, not a surprise.
Faster response
Priority turnaround on queries, TWR reviews and RAMS/ITP comments.
Ongoing relationship
Someone who already knows your project, standards and people.
Our growing portfolio
One consultancy, a growing family of construction tools & training
Temporary Works Consulting & Design Ltd is building a portfolio of practical engineering tools, training and publications for the construction industry — free design tools, video learning, books and accredited training through our partners. Explore the full network:
Target Zero Training
Official training partner — construction health, safety and competence training courses.
targetzerotraining.co.uk →BRE470 Piling Mat Design
Free online working platform / piling mat design tool built on BRE 470 guidance.
bre470pilingmatdesign.com →Visual Scaffold Design
Visual scaffold design and checking tool for faster scaffold scheme understanding.
visualscaffolddesign.com →YouTube Channel
Free temporary works videos — design walk-throughs, BS 5975 explainers and site control tips.
Watch & subscribe →Mastering Temporary Works
The three-volume book series — now a completely free download for the industry.
Download free →Support the Free Tools
The tools, videos and books are free. If they save you time on site, you can support the work.
☕ Buy me a coffee →Get started
Need Temporary Works Support Now?
Tell us the item, the programme date and what information you have. You will get a practical, honest response — not a sales pitch.