FAQs

The following are questions that we are often asked

> What areas of the UK do you cover?

Our engineers are strategically located to ensure we can meet our customers needs across the UK.

> Do you have a certified quality system?

Yes – We are certified to ISO9001 extended to cover The National Highway Sector Scheme 8 (NHSS8).

> Do you have a certified Occupational Health & Safety Management System?

Yes - We are certified to ISO45001 extended to cover the Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSiP).

> Are you SafeContractor Accredited?

Yes 

> Are you a ConstructionLine approved supplier? 

Yes - we are ConstructionLine Gold Approved Supplier for Stuctural Testing

> Do your inspection methods conform to any industry standards?

Yes – Our market leading technology conforms to the Institute of Lighting Professional's Guidance Note 22 (GN22) - Asset-Management Toolkit: Minor Structures (ATOMS).

> Can you test above and below ground?

Yes – Our inspection technology accurately determines corrosion levels above and below ground.

> Is the structural integrity of the column affected?

No - We use only non-destructive testing.

> Is any excavation required in your testing methods?

No – We use the latest technology, which can test for corrosion below ground level without the need for any excavation.

> Do you issue in depth inspection reports?

Yes - for each works project we issue fully detailed reports either in hardcopy or electronic format.

> Do you recommend life expectancy and retest dates?

Yes – In our results package each column is given a life expectancy and recommended retest period

> Can you advise on or arrange traffic management?

Yes – Part of our site survey is to undertake a risk assessment and formulate the most cost effective works schedule. If required we can arrange traffic management.

> Do you offer site surveys?

Yes – From our experience we have found that there are many different types of street lighting columns requiring a range of inspection methods. In most cases we would recommend a site visit to establish which technology is best required.

> Are you able to undertake remedial works?

Yes – Within our specialist NDT division we are able to offer a remedial service which include, replacement of studs, nuts and bolts, and welding repairs

> Can you issue reminders that retests are due?

Yes – retest periods are included in the report and we can review on an annual basis, notifying the customer the column quantity and ID numbers due for retest each year.

> What does PCN 2 mean?

It is the British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing qualification with its unique certification number which is accepted worldwide