An intelligent and complete site setup is essential to the success of any project. By managing all the setup work ahead of time for your construction site, including getting your equipment, resources and contractors ready, as well as planning the layout for your construction site, you can avoid extra project costs and delays.
Below you’ll find a complete list of equipment and services you’ll need to consider to help keep your project on schedule.
Your Construction Site Essentials Checklist
Construction Site Offices and Furnishings
Mobile office trailers need all the same equipment and furnishings that your team uses back at at the head office. Before you can move to the construction site with confidence, you’ll need:
- A mobile office with the necessary service connections
- Furniture, including desks, cabinets, chairs and other workstation essentials
- Ramps, steps, first aid kits and fire extinguishers
Services and Utility Connections
If you’re lucky, you’ll have an offsite power supply available for your project, however standalone generators and an independent sanitation system are often required. Depending on your project, you may need:
- Mobile power generators to power your office, site lights and equipment throughout the site
- Potable water supplies and sewage handling systems
- Telecommunication and internet services
Safety Systems and Signage
Make sure you have all the required signage, safety notices and Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) available before allowing staff on your construction site. Double check that you have the following items available:
- Good lighting and fencing around the entire site with notices to ward off trespassers
- Designated storage and laydown areas for heavy equipment (which may require additional fencing)
- Security systems and CCTV cameras to protect your assets
Storage Containers for all Tools and Equipment
Most of the equipment you require will also need protection from the elements and theft. With lockable storage containers, you can keep your tools safe from Mother Nature and sticky fingers. For your construction site, consider the following:
- Locking storage containers
- Equipment registers for each storage container
- Overhead protection for site vehicles
- Dumpsters for construction waste
- Sanitation vehicles like honey-suckers for removing sewage from temporary storage tanks
Dry Areas and Staff Amenities
For laborers and staff who don’t have offices or spend most of their time outside, you’ll need communal dry areas and lunchrooms. Consider general safety and COVID-19 guidelines when you choose the location and layout of these areas. Options available for your lunchrooms include:
- Folding tables and chairs
- Kitchen amenities like coffee makers, microwaves and refrigerators
- Lockers and wardrobes
- Entertainment systems like a flat-screen TV for rainy days
Choose a Construction Site Office Supplier that Does More to Get You Up and Running Quickly
Instead of navigating through multiple vendors and suppliers, you can use WillScot modular construction solutions for your site and office needs. With a single phone call, you can get everything you need.
WillScot is a leading provider of turnkey modular space and storage solutions. To see how we can help, reach out to a representative today.