The term Public Highway includes all footways and verges of whatever material. In broad terms the answer is yes. Of course you could check deeds and LA plans and find that there will be some exceptions. It is like most rules - there are exceptions. Bob

JohnW Not just strongly recommended but a Requirement under NRSWA Bob

Just interested, but what type of work?

Type of work: Civils. My company is moving into a new area / scope of work ..... checking requirements through this forum. Thanks.

If the works are not for utility purposes, such as BT, Gas, Water, etc. then there is no legal requirement for employees to hold any qualifications required under the New Roads and Streetworks Act. If the works are under a Section 50 Licence with the local authority you will need to comply with any conditions set out in this. Streetworks qualifications are for utilities and their contractors, not others who may work on the highway, although it is good practice for a basic level of competence. As given, the highway includes the verge and if in doubt if the area comes under the Highways Act then contact the local authority to see if it is an adopted highway. For any signing of the site you can use the Safety at Streetworks and Road Works Approved Code of Practice, or Chapter 8 of the Traffic Signs Manual. if excavating then also refer to HSG 47. All these documents are available for free download (google them)