A comprehensive understanding of road traffic legislation and engineering standards through a multi-disciplined approach allows our road safety consultants to offer joined-up advice and support throughout the design process.
With a range of engineering services including collision investigation, road safety audits and operational road safety, our multi-disciplined approach makes Sweco a leading consultant for road safety engineering and championing initiatives to achieve Vision Zero. Our team are experienced on a wide range of projects from small developments to major highway improvements, including walking and cycling infrastructure schemes
Sweco road safety auditors are all members of the Society of Road Safety Auditors (SoRSA) and are certified for carrying out audits on the UK strategic road network, and Trans European Road Network – with our Road Safety Lead Eric Hill acting as the current SoRSA Chair, and also recently awarded CIHT Fellowship.
In October 2019, Sweco was appointed to provide transport and road safety consultancy through Transport Scotland’s Development Management and Road Safety Service Multi Supplier Framework. The framework is being used to help implement the Strategic Road Safety Plan 2016 and deliver the ambitions of Scotland’s Road Safety Framework to 2030 which aims to reduce fatal and serious injury accidents to zero.
We have worked on projects ranging from single pedestrian crossings for local authorities to trunk road and motorway schemes, including more recent innovations such as managed motorways – our road safety auditors are all certified to carry out audits on the United Kingdom strategic road network, and Trans European Road Network. The team are experienced on a wide range of projects from small developments, to major highway improvements and tram works.
The services we offer range from the design of road and junction geometry and drainage to various ancillary items such as vehicle restraint systems, traffic signs, road markings and utility management. Our teams have also drafted national design standards for use throughout the industry. Below are our core specialisms:
Road safety audits
Sweco’s road safety team can draw upon unique experience in:
National Road Networks
Road Safety Audits on Trunk Road and Motorway schemes, including Smart Motorway
Local Authority Roads
Road Safety Audits within the urban and rural environments, including pedestrianised/shared space, active travel, complex junction layouts and rural roads.
Developments
Various sizes of developments including residential, commercial and industrial.
Collision investigation
Sweco boasts a multi-disciplinary team with experience in Road Safety Engineering, Roads Policing and Driver Training:
National Roads Networks
Collision analysis and investigation on Trunk Roads and Motorways, including complex junctions.
Local Authorities
Analysis and investigation on all road types including urban and rural areas
Road safety engineering
Our award winning engineers have extensive knowledge of road safety engineering and solutions, combined with practical knowledge and deep understanding of road user behaviour. Working within a multi-disciplinary environment the team lead on innovation and collaboration to develop safer solutions at scale.
Traffic engineering
Our engineers have expert knowledge in traffic sign and road marking design and associated legislation. With signing and road marking experience on motorways, trunk and local roads.
Operational road safety
Our team are also experienced in delivering safety in design through Operational Road Safety, with extensive experience of National Highways Operational Road Safety systems.
Safety risk assessment
Through our in-depth knowledge of road design, collision investigation and road safety engineering Sweco’s road safety team are experienced at assessing risks related to road layouts and their operation, in accordance with the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges GG104 “Requirement for safety risk assessment”.
CPD training
Sweco can deliver Continued Professional Development for roads authorities, designers and contractors on various aspects of road safety including Driver Awareness, Road Safety Audit, Road Safety and Traffic Engineering.
Our consultants draw on their in-depth knowledge of design standards, software and techniques to produce innovative – but most importantly – cost-viable design solutions for our clients.
Road safety audit specialists
A road safety audit (RSA) is a procedure adopted as part of the design process for roads that allows an independent overview of the proposal for safety issues. It is an internationally recognised function with the United Kingdom’s Design Manual for Roads and Bridges being upheld as a gold standard that others aspire to. GG119 “Road Safety Audit” supersedes earlier versions of HD19 and is primarily aimed for Motorways and Trunk Roads that form the Strategic Road Network.
The process is also covered within European Directive 2008/96/EC and any road safety audits carried out on the Trans European Road Network must have a member of the audit team holding a Certificate of Competency in road safety audit.
Sweco road safety auditors are all members of the Society of Road Safety Auditors (SoRSA) and are certified for carrying out audits on the UK strategic road network, and Trans European Road Network.
Fellow membership is the pinnacle of membership within the CIHT and is only awarded to individuals who have demonstrated outstanding expertise and made significant contributions to the industry.
As the current Chair of the Society of Road Safety Auditors (SORSA) for CIHT, Eric has made substantial strides in this field. This prestigious recognition is a testament to his exceptional skill and standing within the industry.
Eric comments on this recent accolade
“I am extremely proud that my career achievements to date have been recognised by the CIHT in their award of Fellowship to the Institution.” – Eric Hill, Principal Engineer and Road Safety Lead at Sweco
Eric demonstrates a holistic approach to road safety, influenced by his personal experiences, his role as a special constable for the police, and his core work at Sweco itself. These experiences have profoundly shaped his outlook and commitment.
“I am thrilled that Eric Hill, a valued member of our Edinburgh Highways Team 1 and the current chair of SoRSA, has been recognised for his professional expertise and unwavering commitment to CIHT.
Eric is a true industry expert in road safety and an outstanding ambassador for Sweco promoting our brand far and wide. As a Fellow, he embodies the values of the organisation and will play a key role in the influencing and shaping the future of highways and transportation.” – Eric’s Team Leader at Sweco, Chris Buchan
Eric Hill
Principal Engineer
Mannia Georgiadou
Senior Engineer
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