Safety & Compliance
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...
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...
Why Select Oxford Plastics for your High Street Requirements?
Selecting a supplier for anything can be a challenging process, more so during the COVID-19 pandemic when councils and local...
Construction site hazards
How to stay safe on a construction site The construction industry provides a workplace environment that presents high risks...
The benefits of premium construction materials
With many factors contributing to the success or failure of a construction project, including weather, workforce, client dema...
Introducing The Integrated Street Works Safety System
Robust plastic fencing & site monitoring system are 2 of the solutions in the new TfL lead Open Innovation programme: Lon...
Ensuring Your Construction Site Is Compliant
Compliance on a construction site not only ticks crucial health and safety boxes but can save lives and ensure the safety of...