The "Raising the Bar" standards for plant and equipment reflect National Highways' commitment to maintaining high safety and operational standards across construction and maintenance projects. This guidance outlines specific requirements for various equipment types, emphasizing hazard elimination, isolation, engineering controls, and risk minimization. These requirements apply to all equipment used within National Highways projects and must be observed by contractors and operators to ensure a safe working environment.
Each type of plant and equipment is subject to a set of minimum standards, including daily inspections, appropriate safety measures, and compliance with regulatory frameworks such as LOLER and PUWER. The guidance further specifies conditions for safe operation, including visibility enhancements, roll-over protection, and the use of anti-crush systems. Additionally, the document addresses the use of safety technologies like 3D machine control, exclusion zones, and audible warnings to enhance operational safety.
Specific requirements are provided for equipment ranging from excavators and cranes to compressors and telehandlers. Each equipment category includes mandatory safety features, operator competency requirements, and emergency protocols, reflecting National Highways' dedication to minimizing risks associated with plant-person interface (PPI) and enhancing site safety protocols.
Raising The Bar Guidance - Wheeled Loading Shovel Equipment Requirements
The Wheeled Loading Shovel is a versatile machine used for loading and moving materials such as soil, gravel, and aggregate on construction and highway sites. With its powerful lifting arms and bucket, this
Raising The Bar Guidance - Volumetric Mixer Equipment Requirements
The Volumetric Mixer is a specialized concrete mixing truck that allows for on-site mixing and precise control over the concrete mix’s proportions. This mobile mixing unit can adjust the mix design and volume as needed,
Raising The Bar Guidance - Suction Excavator Equipment Requirements
The Suction Excavator, also known as a vacuum excavator, is a highly specialized piece of equipment used to excavate soil and debris by suction, making it ideal for precision excavation work, particularly around
Raising The Bar Guidance - Self-Propelled Articulated or Rigid Dump Truck Equipment Requirements
Self-propelled dump trucks, both articulated and rigid, are essential for transporting heavy materials such as soil, rock, and aggregate on construction and highway sites. Articulated dump
Raising The Bar Guidance - Agricultural Tractor Equipment Requirements
Agricultural tractors are versatile machines used across a range of construction and highway maintenance tasks, from pulling trailers and machinery to site clearing and material transport. Their adaptability and
Raising The Bar Guidance - Site Tow Bowser Equipment Requirements
The Site Tow Bowser is a mobile water or fuel storage tank mounted on a trailer, used for refuelling machinery, providing water for dust suppression, or delivering other essential liquids on construction and highway
Raising The Bar Guidance - Highway Tow Bowser Equipment Requirements
The Highway Tow Bowser is a mobile tank used for transporting water, fuel, or other essential liquids directly on highways and public roads. It is commonly utilized for refuelling equipment, dust suppression, or
Raising The Bar Guidance - Large Diameter Piling (LDP) Rig Equipment Requirements
Large Diameter Piling (LDP) Rigs are specialized machines used for drilling deep foundations to support heavy structures on construction and highway projects. These rigs are essential for creating stable
Raising The Bar Guidance - Mini Rotary Piling Rig Equipment Requirements
The Mini Rotary Piling Rig is a compact, powerful machine designed for drilling small-diameter piles on construction sites where space is limited. This type of rig is commonly used for foundation work on urban or
Raising The Bar Guidance - Continuous Flight Auger (CFA) Piling Rig Equipment Requirements
The Continuous Flight Auger (CFA) Piling Rig is a specialized machine used to drill deep foundations, ideal for forming concrete piles in a continuous operation. It’s frequently employed on