The concrete for the foundation blocks shall be in situ Class A in

accordance with Item 401.1.1 and shall of the size 450 x 450 x 650 mm for
category 1 & 2 and 600 x 600 x 750 mm for category 3.

607.2.10 Road Posts and Hazard Markers

The road posts and hazard markers used as permanent safety devices shall
conform fully with the requirements of the statutory instruments, current
British standards and chapter four (4) of the Traffic signs manual. The safety
devices shall consist of delineators and detours of verge master, flex

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master, edge master, passing place post, and chevroflex etc. and will be
manufactured from highly durable tough plastic material with standing
vehicular impact. These shall be of High Intensity Grade reflective sheeting
for maximum visibility by both day and night and consequently be resistant
to impact, damage and vandalism.

607.3 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

607.3.1 Excavation and Backfilling

Holes shall be excavated to the required depth of the bottom of the concrete
foundation as shown on the Drawing.

Backfilling shall be carried out by using the surplus excavated material if

approved by the Engineer and shall be compacted in layers not exceeding
fifteen (15) cm in depth.

Surplus excavated material shall be disposed of by the Contractor as

directed by the Engineer.

607.3.2 Erection of Posts

The posts shall be erected vertically in position inside the formwork of the
foundation block prior to the placing of the concrete and shall be adequately
supported by bracing to prevent movement of the post during the setting
process of the concrete. The posts shall be located at the positions shown
on the Drawings.

607.3.3 Sign Panel Installation

Sign panels shall be installed by the Contractor in accordance with the

details shown on the Drawings. Any chipping or bending of the sign panels
shall be considered as sufficient cause to require replacement of the panels
at the Contractor's expense.

The exposed portion of the fastening hardware on the face of the sign shall
be painted with enamels matching the background colour.

All newly erected traffic road signs shall be covered with burlap or other
material until their uncovering is ordered by the Engineer.