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Code of Practice for Working on the Road

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Section 1: Introduction (8Kb PDF)
Section 2: Interpretation (29Kb PDF)
Section 3: Responsibilities (22Kb PDF)
Section 4: Prior Approval of Work (17Kb PDF)
Section 5: Road Work Notice (17Kb PDF)
Section 6: Completion Notice (7Kb PDF)
Section 7: Planning of Work (48Kb PDF)
Section 8: General Construction Requirements (35Kb PDF)
Section 9: Excavation (74Kb PDF)
Section 10: Backfilling (247Kb PDF)
Section 11: Temporary Surfaces (19Kb PDF)
Section 12: Reinstatement of Kerb and Channels, Ramps, and Vehicle Crossings (69Kb PDF)
Section 13: Reinstatement of Pavements (72Kb PDF)
Section 14: Reinstatement of Berms (25Kb PDF)
Section 15: Reinstatement of Garden Areas, Shrubs and Trees (25Kb PDF)
Section 16: Reinstatement of Batters (17Kb PDF)
Section 17: Reinstatement of Road Markings (17Kb PDF)
Section 18: Maintenance (17Kb PDF)
Appendices (306Kb PDF)

Introduction

The object of this code is to minimise the inconvenience and damage that could be caused by any work on the road to the public, road assets, or other property. Such works are commonly carried out by either a Utility Company, the Council, a Contractor, or member of the public. In writing this Code it was recognised that the cost of work in the roads is ultimately paid by the Public. Therefore these rules and procedures are meant to be fair, efficient and affordable.

Should this Code not seem reasonable for a specific situation then the Road Controller may agree to a variation. Such matters should be raised by the Principal or the Contractor and agreed with the Road Controller before any variation occurs. Often this would be identified during planning for the job and be raised in the application for Prior Approval (Refer to Section 4).

Code of Practice for Working on the Road

Contents

Introduction

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