The Well-Managed Highway Infrastructure Code of Practice was published in October 2016, which included a section on Structures (Part C). This survey seeks to collect views on the content in the current Code of Practice and identify any requirements for updates.

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* 1. Please enter your name

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* 4.  Should the CoP provide/direct you to some specific guidance on developing carbon tool calculators?

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* 5. Would an innovation specific CoP recommendation help with driving innovation? e.g. innovation around bridge inspections/monitoring?  

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* 6. Has CoP helped with implementation of Hidden Critical elements management?

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* 7. How are you managing to ensure competent people are always engaged on bridge inspection/maintenance activities?
Does the COP help as currently written?
Should the CoP offer comment on alternatives to BICS?

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* 8. Does the code need to provide you with specific guidance to help you to factor in climate change in managing your bridge stock?  Would case studies assist rather than extensive narrative?

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* 9. What are your biggest barriers in implementing the CoP?  (e.g. budgets, resources, competency, Senior Management understanding and support etc.?)

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* 10. Do you think the CoP is missing anything for bridge management? 

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* 11. Are the structure definitions appropriate? 
Are there any definitions which need further clarification? 
Are there any other definitions you use (e.g. DMRB)?

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* 12. What bridge specific guidance needs to be referenced in the CoP i.e. published since 2017?

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* 13. Has the CoP helped you with the management and technical approval of minor structures?

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* 14. Has the CoP helped or hindered you in any legal proceedings you’ve been involved with in relation to structures?  How could this be improved?

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* 15. Has the CoP helped or hindered you when dealing with any self-harm issues at structures?  How could this be improved?

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* 16. Does the CoP assist with maintenance and renewal of structures with joint ownership or shared purpose?  How could this be improved?

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* 17. Does the CoP give sufficient or relevant guidance to deal with issues you’ve experienced with accommodation or privately maintained bridges?  How could this be improved?

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* 18. Does the CoP give sufficient or relevant guidance to deal with issues you’ve experienced with cellars or vaults?  How could this be improved?

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* 19. Should the CoP include the generally expected service life of materials, such as joints, waterproofing, bearings or parapets?  Would sign-posting to other references be suitable?

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* 20. Does the CoP give sufficient or relevant guidance on lifecycle planning and works prioritisation?

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* 21. Does the CoP adequately cover Revenue v Capital budget categories and what’s included in them for structures?

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* 22. Should the CoP provide more guidance on the ownership and maintenance responsibility for retaining walls that either support the road or support land adjacent to the road?

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* 23. Should the CoP focus attention on repair and refurbishment methods and materials over new build in terms of reducing carbon?

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* 24. Is there a need for a Local Roads Design Manual and should the CoP provide guidance?

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