Can you remain in the building?
Have the answer confirmed for your site before work starts. In Brussels, people not involved in removal cannot enter the work area. Near sensitive sites such as schools or childcare facilities, work cannot take place with minors present. Occupancy of the rest of the building needs a separate assessment.
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What should you flag before agreeing a date?
Describe occupied rooms, attendance times, shared access and heating or hot-water needs. Flag mobility constraints without sharing medical records. Clarify permitted routes, unavailable facilities, expected duration and the contact person. If alternative accommodation is needed, plan it before confirming the date.
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How should neighbours and occupants be informed?
In Brussels, information for occupants includes the work, duration, facilities taken out of service and a reachable site contact. Confirm who distributes the notice and when. Elsewhere, check your own site requirements rather than automatically applying the Brussels procedure.
When can the premises be used again?
Ask in the quote who confirms release, on the basis of which checks and with what records. Workers leaving does not by itself confirm reopening. The checks guide distinguishes site methods and applicable measurements. Keep confirmation with the report, any restrictions and details of materials left in place.
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