Highway Law and Management Procedures
Endorsed by IHT for CPD
This one-day course on Highway Law addresses the Statutory Duty of Care placed on Highway Authorities, as well as detailing powers available to them under the Highways Act 1980. Emphasis is given to the need for regular Inspection, efficient record keeping, and accident investigation to enable a robust defence against Public Liability claims.
Aims and Objectives:
- To present and discuss the various aspects of highway law, relating these to the need for effective day-to-day management of public highways
- To describe the various powers available to Highway Authorities to support this day-to-day management
Learning outcomes:
On completion of this course delegates will:
- Be aware of the general duties and responsibilities of a Highway Authority, including the specific duties imposed by the Highways Act 1980
- Have knowledge of available powers and procedures supporting safety and efficient management of public highways
- Be able to take appropriate and timely action to investigate, record and
deal with incidents and accidents, and to give information in response to
public liability claims
Course Outline:
1. Introduction: Definition of a highway
2. Highway hierarchy & classification
3. Overview of current Statutory Procedures
4. Management & Maintenance of Public Highways
5. Objectives of the Code of Practice for Highway Management (July 2005) -
"well-maintained Highways"
6. Obstructions of the highway
7. Safety of the highway
8. Legal powers & procedures
Mode of Delivery:
- Initial assessment
- Open forum discussions
- Tutor Presentation with Visual Aids
Benefits Perceived by Participants:
On completion of this course delegates will have a broader understanding
of the detail, implications and application of highway law.
Intended for:
- Graduates and Technicians and Inspectorate staff involved in maintenance and management of public highways
- Experienced staff 'converting' from roles in construction to highway management and maintenance
Pre-Course Requirements
- Complete pre-course questionnaire, giving examples of legislative issues if appropriate to the delegates' experience.
- Bring copies of authority's policies and intervention levels relating
to day-to-day management & maintenance of public highways
Course Duration:
1 day (6 hrs) IPD/CPD
Locations:
This course is currently only being provided on an In-house basis but will be offered as an open course immediately sufficient numbers have registered their interest.
To register your interest go to Contact Us and
fill in the email form or telephone 01446 775959
Fee:
£220 except for Belfast and Glasgow £230, Dublin £250 (exc. VAT)
All fees correct until end December 2010
All our courses can be offered as in-house training for further details please telephone: 01446 775959 or email: admin@symmonsmadge.co.uk