Working on the highway competency checklist

*Has the proximity of moving road traffic, construction plant, pedestrians and people at work been considered?

*Have general hazards (such as excavations, manual handling and working at height) been taken into account?

*Are noise, dust, fumes and vibration from adjacent traffic and construction plant present?

*Is there a chance of skin contact with hazardous substances?

*Is there a risk of land or water contamination through use of substances and disposal of waste?

*Is dust likely to be created by groundworks, cutting or drilling activities?

*Have specific hazards been identified and consideration given to how to eliminate or reduce the risks?

*Have the significant findings of the risk assessment and the method statement been communicated to the workforce? (Review and update both as necessary and communicate any changes.)

*Do the site managers or supervisors hold the New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA) qualification?

*Is the traffic marshal who will be controlling plant movements qualified?

*Has work been planned and organised in accordance with the requirements of the Code of Practice to the NRSWA?

*Has work been planned and organised in accordance with further Highways Agency guidance?

*Are road users, including pedestrians, adequately protected and kept safe through effective signage?

*Has the health and safety of all workers been protected by thorough planning and strong management?

*Have issues relating to nuisance (such as congestion, noise, dust, lighting or unsociable hours of working) been addressed for local neighbours who are likely to be affected?

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