This client required frequent access to services within these trenches, located on the bridge and grass banking on the site. It soon became apparent that the previously installed concrete infill access covers posed a problem in this regard – costing additional time and money due to specialist equipment and trained personnel being required every time access was required:

Key issues with previously installed covers and requirements for new covering arrangement

• Specialist training required for operatives.
• Heavy duty lifting apparatus had to be procured from a third-party hire company in each instance when access was required.
• The sheer weight of the concrete covers posed health and safety risks, even when operatives were appropriately trained.
• Replacement trench covering solution must include a restraining bolt feature.

In order to prove cost-effective, it was essential that any replacement offering had be retrofitted to the existing trough rebate. C250 and A15 load rated trench covers were required for trafficked and non-trafficked areas.