Workforce and schedule
- Peak headcount and how it changes by phase.
- Start date, expected duration and any firm end date.
- Shift pattern, since it decides meal service times and shower and toilet demand.
- Accessibility needs for any worker or visitor.
Site and access
- Site address or coordinates, and the route trucks will take.
- Road surface, gate width, overhead clearance and turning room for long trailers.
- Pad size, slope and ground bearing. Trailers need level, firm ground.
- Setbacks, spacing between units and any nearby hazards.
Utilities
- Electrical service available, or generator needs for the whole camp.
- Potable water source and storage, and a plan to refill it.
- Sewer connection or a holding-tank and pump-out plan.
- Fuel for kitchen equipment and heating, if any.
Permits and approvals
- Temporary use or zoning approval for the site.
- Water supply and wastewater permits. These can take time, so start early.
- Fire and building requirements for temporary structures and cooking.
- Owner, contract or insurance requirements for the camp.
Services and support
- Who prepares meals, and the dishwashing and cold storage this needs.
- Cleaning, pump-out and restocking schedule.
- After-hours support contact for the camp.
- Laundry capacity for the crew and rotation.
Delivery, setup and removal
- Delivery window and who receives the equipment.
- Who sets, levels and connects each unit.
- Inspection and sign-off before the crew moves in.
- Pickup plan, cleaning standard and return condition at the end.