As well as monitoring we provide demolition consultancy services so that planning conditions can be discharged and consent can be obtained for the demolition works.
Demolition Dust Risk Assessment & Dust Management Plan
Demolition works have a high risk of dust emissions, particularly during structural break-down and material processing. We prepare DRA and dust management plans following IAQM guidance, typically they are required by a planning condition.
Our DRA are site-specific and focused on practical dust control, ensuring compliance without unnecessary operational burden.
Our dust risk assessment service includes:
- Review of demolition activities, duration and sequencing
- Identification of sensitive receptors and site constraints
- Dust risk classification (low, medium or high risk)
- Definition of appropriate mitigation and control measures, including a dust monitoring regime, if required by the dust risk identified.
- Preparation of a Dust Management Plan based on the identified dust risk
Demolition Noise, Dust & Vibration Management Plan
To manage the impacts of demolition works, planning conditions are often imposed for a DMP or DEMP. We prepare Noise Dust and Vibration Management Plans (NDVMP) following BS5528, IAQM and other guidance to form part of the DMP or DEMP. Some local authorities have their own templates for completion with the NDVMP forming an appendix and we also provide the text for the matters of noise, dust and vibration for completion of the template.
A typical NDVMP includes:
- Summary of relevant planning conditions and consent requirements
- Identification of sensitive receptors and site-specific constraints
- 3D Noise model, calculations and assessment of significance and implications for Noise Insulation and Temporary Rehousing
- Vibration risk assessment
- Dust risk assessment and management plan
- Noise, dust and vibration criteria and trigger levels
- Mitigation measures and best practicable means
- Monitoring strategy, including locations and alert thresholds
- Action plans for exceedances and complaint response procedures
- Roles, responsibilities and reporting protocols
The management plan delivers a clear, defensible plan that demonstrates control, transparency and best practice to Local Authorities, clients and the surrounding community.
Our Expertise Across Sectors
Anderson Acoustics’ demolition and construction monitoring and consultancy expertise extends beyond major infrastructure projects into a wide range of demolition types, including residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, as well as infrastructure such as bridges and pumping stations. Our diverse portfolio demonstrates our adaptability and ability to deliver monitoring across different operational and regulatory contexts:
- Residential Developments – Delivered noise, dust, and vibration monitoring for large-scale residential schemes, ensuring compliance with local planning conditions and minimising disruption to nearby communities. Provided Section 61 applications and NVD management plans for many demolition projects.
- Commercial & Mixed-Use Projects – Supported office, retail, and mixed-use developments, where sensitive receptors such as businesses, hotels, and cultural venues required enhanced noise, vibration and dust controls.
- Schools & Education Facilities – Monitored noise, vibration and dust during phased demolition in operational schools and universities, where safeguarding the learning environment and protecting vulnerable receptors was critical.
- Rail Infrastructure – Extensive track record on rail projects, including Crossrail, HS2, track and station redevelopments, where real-time monitoring and rapid response to exceedances were essential to project delivery and community reassurance.
- Road Schemes – Provided noise, dust and vibration monitoring for highways upgrades and road widening schemes, aligning with Highways England standards and supporting compliance under DMRB (Design Manual for Roads and Bridges) requirements.
- Utility Works – Delivered monitoring services for utility trenching, tunnelling, and service diversions in dense urban areas. Experience includes managing noise and vibration impacts of utility reinstatement works near sensitive receptors such as hospitals, data centres, and resident
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