Safety at Street Works

Safety at Street Works and Road Works - A Code of Practice

This publication sets out the statutory requirements for signing, lighting, and guarding excavations and other street works. This is the core reference manual for utility companies, local authorities, street work contractors and others whose day-to-day business involves street work.

The Department of Transport has written this book in order to outline the principles of carrying out street work safely. It is written in co-operation with the Scottish Executive and the National Assembly for Wales.

To obtain a copy please contact TSO