Factory Dismantling Checklist: 12 Things to Plan Before Day One

Whether you are closing an old unit, relocating production, or selling a plot, factory dismantling needs to be planned weeks before the first crew arrives. Skipping any of these steps leads to delays, cost overruns, or compliance issues.\n\n## Pre-mobilisation\n\n1. **Asset inventory** — Photograph and list every machine, structure, and high-value item.\n2. **Utility disconnections** — Get certificates from electricity board, gas, and water utilities.\n3. **Hazardous material survey** — Asbestos, transformer oil, chemicals.\n4. **Statutory clearances** — Labour, PCB, fire NOC if required.\n5. **Insurance** — Workman compensation and third-party liability.\n\n## Execution\n\n6. **Method statement** — Step-by-step sequence agreed in writing.\n7. **Toolbox talks** — Daily safety briefings.\n8. **Material segregation zones** — Ferrous, non-ferrous, hazardous, reusable.\n9. **Weighbridge calibration** — Get the certificate before first load.\n\n## Closeout\n\n10. **Final settlement reconciliation** — Match weight slips to payment.\n11. **Site handover photos** — For your records and statutory closure.\n12. **Disposal certificates** — Especially for e-waste and hazardous waste.\n\nA professional dismantling partner like Global Dismantling Services handles all 12 — call 9392768340 for a free walk-through.