Case Study
BBC, Nottingham
Specialist Rope Access Mast Dismantling & Removal at Height
Stadium Support Services was appointed by EMCOR to dismantle and remove a redundant telecommunications mast on behalf of the BBC, using specialist rope access teams and carefully managed lifting operations.
The Challenge
The programme allowed only three days on site, with staged checkpoints to review progress. Poor weather conditions and nearby public access routes added further complexity, requiring strict perimeter control and constant safety monitoring.
Scope of Work
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Establishment of large exclusion zones across public pathways and adjacent buildings
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Rope access lead climbing to the mast using hook and rope systems
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Crane and hoist set-up with levelling adjustments on sloped ground
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Sectional dismantling of the mast into three controlled lifts
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Dual-team operation managing access and load handling simultaneously
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Loading, securing and removal of steel sections with responsible waste management
The Solution
Rope access provided safe and flexible access to critical connection points without interfering with crane operations or exclusion zones.
Continuous inspections and on-site communication enabled the team to progress methodically through each dismantling stage, completing works safely and within the client’s timeframe.
Client Testimonial
“The team was extremely competent and professional, and among the safest contractors I have worked with. The project was well managed, progressed smoothly, and was completed safely. I would have no hesitation in recommending their services to others.”
–Simon Mason, Head of Delivery (Northern Projects), EMCOR Group UK
3
days to completion
35m
working at height
90
bolts removed
