Safety briefing - roads and streetworks

This briefing addresses the key risks associated with work in a live roadworks environment and the control measures necessary to manage them.

What’s covered?

The aim of this Safety Briefing - Roads and Streetworks is to remind well-trained workers of the hazards of working in a live roadworks environment and the precautions they are expected to apply.

Reasons for concern

There are a range of hazards including underground services, moving vehicles and plant operations.

Control measures

The briefing describes a range of precautions which workers must apply including the proper care and use of equipment, wearing personal protective clothing and ensuring that appropriate warning signs are displayed.

Key points

Attendees must take note of the following key points:

• “Wear appropriate PPE at all times.
• Sites should be protected with barriers.
• Use warning signs and lighting to identify sites.
• Identify underground services before breaking the ground. 
• Plant and machinery should be operated by trained and competent staff.”