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Frequently Asked Questions

Please find below a number of questions that we are most commonly asked here at HAUC(UK) along with the answers. If you can not find the answer to your question, and the question refers specifically to one of our regions, then please visit the Contacts page and select the region you wishing to contact from the list. You will then be presented with the co-chair's contact information for that region. Simply drop them an email and they will do their best to help.

Q1 What data is being reported on?

Only mandatory data used in the Street Manager is used in generating the KPIs. data from feetext fields, or optional fields is not currently being included in the reports
Q2 Who has access to the scorecard data?

Everyone can have access to receive regional and national overviews. But to receive more localised data you need to be a Local Authority or utility working in that area.
Q3 How do i get access to scorecard data?

If it is your own authorities data please contact [email protected] If you are after more general data please contact one of our HUAC representatives
Q4 Who manages the Street Manager service

The Department of Transport built, maintains manages the Street Manager Service
Q5 Where does the Street Manager service cover

Street Manager covers England only
Q6 How can i get involved with the Diversionary Works review?

We warming welcome anyone who has an interest in getting involved in the taskforce. Please contact one of our Diversions Working group chairs to discuss what help you can offer.
Q7 How to i get a message out about something i feel the community be interested in

Initially contact the appropriate HAUC chairs or committee members about any messages you want to send out.

If you have a suggested ways to expand our communication, either new groups or methods then please contact the Working Group chairs
Q8 If i want to get a message out to the Welsh HAUC community what do i do?

Initially contact the Welsh HAUC chairs about any messages you want to send out.

If you have a suggested ways to expand our communication, either new groups or methods then please contact the Working Group chairs
Q9 Who decides on the Agenda?

The theme, agenda and speakers at the convention is agreed across the convention committee. If you have a great suggestion please get in touch.
Q10 Will the next Convention be an in person event?

We are planning for an in person event to be held at Emirates Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester. However we will keep a close eye on government guidance around Covid-19 and will make necessary amendment as advised.
Q11 When is the next HAUC(UK) Convention?

The next HAUC(UK) Convention is planned for Wednesday 18^th May 2022
Q12 What is the main focus of the T&A group?

The main focus has been to develop a large bank of question endorsed by HAUC(UK) to use in the accreditation process. This ensure candidates all receive the complete and appropriate training.

The next step is looking at digital accreditation and linking this the the HAUC App
Q13 How is the Welsh HAUC strategy likely to differ from the HAUC UK Vision?

A proposed strategy document will be discussed at the end of 2021.

The HAUC(UK) vision will form the basis for all the principles behind the Welsh strategy.

However it may differ in implementation to ensure that Welsh Government strategies remain the priority for Wales.
Q14 When will i have to produce a Reinstatement Quality Plan?

Final approval for the documents will be sought in December 2021 with a soft launch of the process from April 2022 when the commissionaire will be requesting plans to help embed the process.

It is expected that from April 2023 it will become mandatory.
Q15 What guidance will the Lane Rental forum be publishing?

Main focus is producing guidance notes for those considering implementing a Lane rental scheme, to help avoid potential pitfalls and maximise the benefits.

The focus is on creating consistency of approach for schemes.

Guidance is looking to be published by the end of 2021
Q16 What is the main focus of the Inspection Codes of Practice review?

The review is focusing on simplifying the processes to mitigate the considerable administrative burden with inspections.

The group is looking to release a new draft code for inspections in early 2022
Q17 When is the legislative changes from the recent Permit and Coordination consultation going to be implemented?

Changes to the legislation are being discussed with DfT, to ensure that recommendation align with Street Manger alongside other legislative requirements.

It is hoped that the changes will be implemented later 2022.
Q18 Where does the SROR working group cover

The SROR working group covers the Specification for Scotland Only and is working on creating a Fourth version of the SROR for Scotland
Q19 Where does this group cover

The SROH working group is specifically looking at the SROH for England. and is focused on working with the fourth edition.

Wales and Northern Ireland use earlier edition of the codes.

Scotland have a separate HAUC Working Group looking at the SROR for Scotland
Q20 Why is the group on hold?

The working group is currently on hold whilst the NUAR system is being developed. we believe a lot of what NUAR is trying to achieve will deal with our interests in keeping good quality asset records.
Q21 Why is it called the Red Book

Very simply because when it was first published the cover was Red.

It is one of the most used documents in the Street Works industry and very quickly became identifiable by is bold Red cover.
Q22 Is there a digital copy I can use?

The HAUC App is a digital copy of the Red Book along with other things. It is a very useful app to have on your phone. However you must still carry a physical copy on site in case you don't have access to the the internet
Q23 Where does the Safety at Street Works and Road Works A Code of Practice apply to?

The Red Book as it is known, is applicable to the whole of the UK

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