Construction of permanent traffic signs, road markings and road studs (formerly Series 1200). Version E/1.0.0

MCHW: Specification for Highway Works CC 120

National Highways, 2025
Construction of permanent traffic signs, road markings and road studs (formerly Series 1200). Version E/1.0.0 Download document

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Civil & Structural Supplement

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MCHW: Specification for Highway Works

Abstract

Sets out requirements for constructing permanent traffic signs, crossing globes, refuge indicator lamps, twin amber flashing lights, bollards, marker posts and road studs. Considers electrical installation, foundations, asset management, documentation, and installation.

History

Supersedes MCHW Volume 1 Series 1200 Specification for highway works (Amendment October 2022). Series 1200 Traffic signs (NHW, 2022). Road Layout. Construction. Latest release notes: Date of publication of relevant change: September 2025. This document supersedes Series 1200 Traffic Signs which is withdrawn as part of the MCHW re-write.

Subjects

  • Civil engineering, infrastructure and public utilities
  • Transport facilities
  • Legal issues and management
  • Roads
  • Contracts
  • Contract documents for highway works

Publisher History

National Highways is an executive non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Department for Transport. It has responsibility for operating, maintaining and improving motorways and major A roads in England. Formerly known as Highways England, between 2015-2021 and Highways Agency, between 1994-2015.

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