Our standards

How we work

Clear communication, considered planning and accountability on site. That’s the standard William and Scott set for every job.

British Standards and guidance

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We work to the current editions of the standards and guidance relevant to each job, alongside the project specification and our client’s requirements.

Earthworks and excavation

  • BS 6031
    Code of practice for earthworks
  • BS 8000-1
    Workmanship: excavation and filling

Foundations and below ground

  • BS 8004
    Code of practice for foundations
  • BS 8102
    Protecting below-ground structures against water

Concrete and reinforcement

  • BS 8500 and BS EN 206
    Concrete specification
  • BS EN 13670
    Execution of concrete structures
  • BS 8666
    Scheduling and bending of reinforcing steel

Drainage

  • BS EN 1610
    Construction and testing of drains and sewers
  • BS EN 752
    Drain and sewer systems outside buildings
  • BS 8582
    Surface water management
  • CIRIA C753
    The SuDS Manual
  • Sewers for Scotland
    Scottish Water’s specification for new sewers

Roads and street works

  • Specification for Highway Works
    Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works
  • Safety at Street Works and Road Works
    The code of practice known as the Red Book
  • SROH and SROR
    Reinstatement of openings in highways and, in Scotland, roads

Site management and safety

  • BS 5975
    Temporary works
  • BS 5837
    Trees in relation to construction
  • BS 5228
    Noise and vibration control on sites
  • PAS 128
    Surveying underground utilities
  • HSG47
    Avoiding danger from underground services
  • CDM 2015
    Construction (Design and Management) Regulations

Health, safety and the environment

Health and safety policy

TBC

Environmental policy

TBC

Common questions

Where do you work?

We provide services throughout the UK.

What do you do for utility companies?

We carry out cable pulling and all pre-work for utility companies, and build foundations for substation and energy projects.

How do I get a quote?

Send us the location and details of the job using our quote form.

Are you taking on staff?

If you work in civils or groundworks, send us your details on our Work with us page.