Safety & Compliance
Guide to HAUC products
What is the HAUC? The HAUC stands for the Highways Authorities and Utilities Committee. This committee was established to en...
Your health and safety events calendar for 2023
When it comes to health and safety, we at Oxford Plastics have been at the centre of site safety for over 35 years – ma...
What are the risks of slips trips and falls on a works site
Working on a construction site, it can be challenging to reduce the risks of slips, trips and falls that arise due to wet and...
Safety at Street Works Code of Practice 101
Not sure what the Safety Street Works Code of Practice is, or just need a refresh? This guide explains what the Safety at Str...
Dangers of using sandbags to secure barriers and fencing
Why are sandbags used to secure barriers and fencing? Sandbags are commonly used as a form of defence against flooding and t...
5 road works safety challenges and how to solve them
Safety is paramount when working on highways and street works. Ensuring operatives and the public are safe and that road user...
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4 ways autumn weather can affect site safety
How can autumn weather affect site safety? When it comes to site safety, each season can bring its own hazards. From prolong...
Risk assessment checklist for the events industry
What is a risk assessment? A risk assessment is the process of identifying any potential hazards or risks that may occur dur...
Lane Rental scheme: changes and how we can help
The TfL Lane Rental scheme, initially introduced in 2012, applies to the most traffic-sensitive areas and times of day in the...
Guide to Chapter 8 & Red Book compliant products
Understanding Chapter 8 & the Red Book is essential before starting street works. That’s why Oxford Plastics have p...
Composite trench covers vs traditional steel products
Using either steel or composite trench covers to cover bores, trenches or apertures is an effective way of maintaining access...
How Oxford Plastics can Ensure Social Distancing on Campus
All places of education are due to reopen in September and we’re sure at the front of every headteacher, chancellor and...