What can you expect from us?
The nature of utilities replacement and reinstatement works means that there may be disruption to local communities. We strive to adopt working processes and systems which ensure that disruption is minimised.
We care
We know that excavation and repair works on the roads you use, pavements, town centres and more can impact your enjoyment of your environment. We care about the impact our work has on local communities. We recognise that often, disruption can be mitigated when you know what to expect. This is what you can expect from CLC Utilities when we are working in your local area.
Surveys in advance
CLC Utilities operate a unique Gatekeeping Process whereby all works are carefully assessed prior to excavation commencing. This means that we use surveys and site visits to ensure that when work begins it can be completed in the shortest time possible, with minimum disruption.
During this time there may be spray markings on the roads and walkways. This isn’t permanent and will dissolve over time.
A unique model
We are also popular within the utilities sector because of our specialised turnkey trailer teams. These teams carry all the equipment and skilled staff needed to ensure that a job can be carried out from start to finish by the same people. This reduces the risk of delays whilst a site is waiting for additional material or personnel.
When work begins
Depending on the scale of the works, and the location, different actions are taken to ensure a safe area and that disruption to you is minimised. For large excavations, we will protect the local community by using safe dig techniques as well as ensuring secure barriers are in place. We also take care to use signage which will keep you informed about what is happening on site as well as provide information regarding diversions, timescales and contact details for us.
If we need access to your property
Sometimes we will need access to your private property. If this is necessary, we will inform you personally and liaise with you regarding this. We aim to give you reasonable notice, but occasionally in the event of emergency repair works, this may not always be possible.
We always work swiftly to ensure that work is completed quickly.
How are we different
At CLC Utilities we are industry-leaders in terms of innovation as well as the reuse of dug materials. Our innovative techniques (such as vacuum excavation) ensure that work is carried out in ways which substantially reduce impact on the environment and the time taken.
Furthermore, by upcycling and reinstating many of the materials we dig, there are no delays concerning reinstatement works. We take care to remove materials, such as flag stones, in a way which means we can reuse them following the repair or replacement work. We have immensely high standards which our personnel must adhere to in terms of site cleanliness and reinstatement.
Who will be on site?
Depending on the scale and scope of the work our Gatekeeping Process also decides who to have on site. This may include a welfare unit and Customer Liaison Officer (in a named vest) if we are working in an area where there are vulnerable customers. We also, in the event of high-risk or complicated works, will ensure that there is director-level presence on site. There will be information at the site regarding how you can contact us and our Customer Liaison Contact is clearly marked on their clothing. e will work around the clock, using shift working, where necessary.
Safety
It is of paramount importance to us that we reduce risk and create safe working environments both for our personnel and for members of the public. All customer liaison personnel carry identification cards and you can request to see these at any time. Our processes, from Safe Dig techniques to barriers and road works are all designed to ensure a Zero Harm environment.
We take additional care to cater to the needs of vulnerable customers. For example, we will create wheelchair and pushchair accessible safe walkways if we have to close the pavement during the works.
Feedback
We continually strive to improve the service we provide to customers. In order to do this, we rely on feedback from customers who have experienced us working in their area. We leave Customer feedback cards to advise of works and contact details for any questions. We would be grateful, therefore, if you are contacted regarding feedback from site personnel or office staff that you complete and return it as soon as possible.
Further information
If at any point during CLC Utilities working in your area you have any questions or concerns, please get in touch with our Customer Care team who will be happy to help.