# Upcoming Dismantles
## Purpose
This log tracks scaffolds that are still erected but nearing dismantle.
It is used to coordinate teams, assign inspectors, notify customers and keep deadlines organised.
Use it to:
* See which scaffolds require dismantling soon
* Inspect before dismantle
* Extend hire if the scaffold must remain longer
* Move a scaffold to the Dismantle Log once taken down
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## How the Upcoming Dismantle Log Works
The Upcoming Dismantles Log automatically manages scaffold status based on the scheduled dismantle date.
No manual sorting or moving of scaffolds is required.
The system follows this workflow:
* **Three days before a scaffold’s dismantle date**
* The scaffold will automatically appear in the **Upcoming Dismantles Log**.
* This indicates that it is approaching dismantle and requires attention, planning, inspection, or extension.
* **If the scaffold is dismantled**
* Once dismantling is completed and recorded, the scaffold is removed from the Upcoming Dismantles Log.
* It will then appear in the **Dismantle Log**, along with its dismantle details and certificate.
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[See dismantle log](https://docs.cloudscaff.com/logs/dismantle-log)
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* **If the scaffold is extended beyond the dismantle date**
* When an extension moves the dismantle date more than 3 days into the future:
* It will be removed from the Upcoming Dismantles Log.
* The scaffold will appear back in the **Scaffold Log**, where its updated erection period and hire details continue to be tracked.
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[See scaffold log](https://docs.cloudscaff.com/logs/scaffold-log)
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This ensures that:
* Only scaffolds that require dismantle attention are shown in the Upcoming Dismantles Log
* Scaffolds are never lost, deleted, or hidden
* Status and movement between logs are fully automated for accuracy and compliance
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## How to Access
In the side navigation:\
**Instructions → Upcoming Dismantles Log**
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## Table Layout
Each record shows:
| Column | Description |
| ---------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Site | Site name |
| Code | Unique scaffold identifier (SCA number) - Hyperlink into the scaffold documentation |
| Description | Scaffold description |
| Location | Physical location on site |
| Size (L/W/H) | Dimensions |
| Volume | Scaffold volume |
| No. of Platforms | Number of platform levels |
| Total Area | Working area |
| Status | Shows "Handed Over" until dismantled |
| Notes | Any comments added |
| Erection Date | Original erection date |
| Dismantle Date | Scheduled dismantle date |
| Extension Notes | Notes if the date has moved |
| Hire Date | Start of hire period |
| Hire Rate | Current rate being applied |
| Handover | Link to handover certificate |
| Inspection | Link to latest inspection |
| Inspect | Button to complete an inspection |
| Needs Dismantle | Button to mark the scaffold for dismantling |
| Extend | Button to extend the dismantle date |
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### Status Types
| Status | Meaning |
| ----------- | ----------------------------------------------- |
| Handed Over | Scaffold is still in use and not yet dismantled |
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### Available Actions
For each scaffold:
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Inspect the scaffold
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Mark for dismantle
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Extend dismantle date
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Export list to Excel
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### Search and Filters
Identical to other logs:
* Search requires three characters
* Use clear button to reset
* Pagination at the bottom
* Adjustable rows per page
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[Learn how search works](https://docs.cloudscaff.com/general-tools-and-features/search-and-filter-bar)
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## Best Practices
* Monitor this log daily to avoid overdue dismantles
* Extend dates with reasons recorded in notes
* Inspect before dismantling for safety and compliance
* Communicate with crews and clients using notes and certificates
