taxonomy.php
Streetwise’s video-based traffic survey technology is revolutionising traffic management on this project, by replacing manual counts with camera-based junction and link monitoring, that deliver precise, verifiable data that drives smarter decisions. Dynamic diagrams and visual outputs make complex traffic patterns instantly clear, while quality controlled footage ensures transparency and compliance. On this project they have clocked 1 million cyclists in…
A Delivery Management System (DMS) plans, manages, and monitors vehicle movements to and from site, ensuring materials, equipment and resources arrive safely and efficiently. By controlling resource flow into site, a DMS optimises the safety of both the site workforce and vulnerable road users around the site. An effective DMS can help businesses improve the efficiency and outcomes of their…
Samsara is an artificial intelligence driven transport management initiative. This optimises field services with real-time vehicle locations, prevent breakdowns by monitoring engine diagnostics and fault codes, and cut costs by reducing idle time. This initiative also allows users to plan and analyse routes and stops and evaluate data on their performance to identify deviations and pinpoint trends to remedy with…
A carrier frame has been fabricated to fit balconies on prior to delivery to allow double stacking of custom balconies that will be installed on the project. Implementing this initiative has halved the deliveries needed to bring the balconies to site and reduce congestion on the local roads, which will also bring a reduction in carbon used for delivery of…
After using deliveries as needed from suppliers, it was noticed by the contractor that often a large flatbed truck would come with just one small item for the site or minimal other supplies, it was clear something better could be arranged. A smaller timber and builders merchant were due to deliver and were asked as to when they are coming…
On this project the frame contractor utilises a concrete supply that uses an app that provides extensive information including live tracking and progress. This ensured they are not overrunning or finishing works late and also ensures their site team is aware when the lorry is approaching to minimise road impact. Fewer overruns meant inconvenience to the local community was minimised…
Parking – What is the problem? Parking around construction projects regularly impacts on members of the public, other road users and those who live and work around the construction activity. The Considerate Constructors Scheme regularly receives complaints regarding construction parking and to support Scheme registered activity in tackling this issue we are sharing some useful resources and best practices that…
Initiatives could be introduced to raise awareness and focus on specific road user issues, i.e. road safety week. To ensure the safe movement of vehicles and plant on and around site, speed limits should be in place, alongside a banksman available to supervise entrance and exit from site, if necessary. Specific safety measures should be demonstrated towards vulnerable road users, for…
Due to the multiphase nature and multiple access points of this project, logistics is a key challenge. The team examined different perspectives on logistics challenges and looked to learn from other industries, engaging with automotive software provider – Inform. Working with them and supply chain partners they developed a piece of software that addressed constraints associated with traditional delivery management…
In 2015, 107 pedal cyclists and 186 pedestrians were killed or seriously injured on British roads in accidents involving at least one HGV. HGVs were involved in 25% of pedestrian fatalities and almost 60% of cyclist fatalities. According to the European Transport Safety Council (2001), indications have shown that driver fatigue is a contributing factor in approximately 20% of HGV…
Traffic alterations as a consequence of works can pose a safety risk when drivers are faced with disruption to their routines and sites should manage traffic issues appropriately. See the examples below for how one site addressed this: The local council was concerned with traffic flow passing the works, which was controlled by temporary traffic lights. The site team sourced…
The site management team undertook a decision to implement the use of tablets to monitor and record deliveries. To do this we engaged with tablet provider Datascope to determine the best product for the LSE – CBR project. Well-being is improved through reduced stress levels as the use of tablets allow more time to complete CLOCS checks and the sign…
In 2014-15, HGVs were involved in 25% of pedestrian fatalities and 60% of cyclist fatalities. The long term impacts from Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) and Particulate Matter (PM10), of which a large proportion comes from HGVs, are the cause for over 9,000 deaths each year in London. Negative impacts can often occur when loading facilities are either poorly designed or can…
HGVs are a major contributor of pollution displaced on all road networks. The long term impacts, especially from Nitrogen Dioxide and Particulate Matter are the cause for over 60,000 deaths each year in the UK. In London, during 2014/15 HGVs were involved in 25% & 60% of pedestrian and cyclist fatalities respectively, therefore HGVs are also a key focus for…
Asking HGV drivers to arrive at site exactly at 8am to begin loading/unloading is challenging especially on heavily congested roads. Not only does this cause driver stress but can result in unwanted behaviours. Often drivers’ set off and arrive early to avoid peak traffic. HGVs are frequently observed being parked outside site gates, on residential or main roads, on footways…