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Construction Logistics Plan Guidance For developers MAYOR OF LONDON Transport for London
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Section 1
Introduction
Transport for London (TfL) has developed It will also reassure the planning authority,
Contents this guidance to support sustainable local communities, residents and businesses
construction practices in London. This that an approach to minimising disruption at
guidance is part of a series of documents and around the site is in place.
Section 1 Introduction 3 that are designed to give specific help to
transport planners and people working in In this document developers and their
Section 2 Policy background 4 the construction industry. They are open contractors are referred to, and also use
for comment and will be periodically the terms main contractor, subcontractor
Section 3 Why complete a CLP? 5 reviewed based on collective feedback. and operator.
If you have any comments on document
Section 4 Contents of a CLP 7 structure, content and their general There are two types of CLPs that are required
usefulness, please email freight@tfl.gov.uk to be submitted:
Section 5 Managing a CLP 12 with ‘CLP Guidance’ in the subject line.
• An outline CLP
Section 6 Putting a CLP in place 14 This type of CLP accompanies an
Construction Logistics Plans (CLPs) are an associated application to a planning
Section 7 Monitoring a CLP 18 important management tool for planners, authority - either a Greater London local
developers and those working in construction authority or Transport for London (TfL). It
Section 8 Checklist: What to companies. They act as the catalyst for may be submitted earlier in the planning
include in a CLP 23 reducing the negative transport effects of process during pre-application discussions.
construction work on local communities, This CLP gives the planning authority
Annex A TfL’s contractual residents, businesses and the environment. an overview of the expected logistics
requirements for WRRR 25 activity during the construction project.
These include the effects of congestion,
Annex B Example structure of a CLP 29 pollution and noise. A well-written CLP not • A detailed CLP
only benefits the local environment but also This type of CLP goes to a planning authority
saves costs by encouraging efficient working at the post-granted discharge of conditions
practices and reducing deliveries. stage, and/or at the highways design stage.
CLPs are increasingly becoming a requirement This CLP provides the planning
of the planning process. This booklet explains authority with the detail of the
why developers and their contractors need logistics activity expected during the
to produce a CLP. It provides guidance and construction stage of the project.
a template to help produce a practical CLP
that will help plan for and support all the
transport, travel, and movement to and
from a construction site.
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Section 2 Section 3
Policy background Why complete a CLP?
There are a number of national and local 2.3 London Freight Plan (2008) 3.1 Link to the planning process 3.2 Opportunity Area Planning Framework
policies that refer to or require CLPs to be The London Freight Plan acknowledges the Local authorities have a statutory responsibility development requirements
produced, including: important role of the movement of goods to minimise disruption to nearby residents and Where a significant amount of development
in supporting future growth of London’s the local economy during the construction is planned within a small area, an Opportunity
2.1 The London Plan (2011) economy. The Plan also recognises that such stage of a development. This is captured in Area Planning Framework (OAPF) may be
The London Plan makes specific reference transport can have negative impacts on the a range of statutory requirements and best created to ensure a coordinated approach is
to CLPs as a way of making better and more local environment. practice guidance, some of which apply to taken to development. In such circumstances a
efficient use of the road network. the planning process. An element of these coordinated approach to construction logistics
CLPs, along with transport assessments, requirements includes producing CLPs as is also required, possibly through a common
Policies 6.3 and 6.14 in Chapter 6 ‘Transport’ travel plans and DSPs, are key documents that part of a suite of plans designed to ensure framework for CLPs in the designated area.
encourages developers to submit CLPs and support the aims of the London Freight Plan. sustainable development.
consider freight movements. CLPs are secured They have all subsequently been incorporated Using these frameworks, including a DSP
for applications which are referable to the within the Mayor of London’s Transport Other elements of the process include DSPs, framework, will ensure that the benefits of
Mayor, governed by the Mayor of London Order Strategy (2010) and the London Plan (2011). which provide a framework to make sure synergies between neighbouring developments
2008 where they are construction matters. In that freight vehicle activity to and from the are identified.
addition they are encouraged when there are Local authority policy completed development is working effectively.
construction issues on all other applications. London’s local authorities develop their own It also includes travel plans. 3.3 Best practice
guidance and policies about the use of CLPs Using CLPs ensures that developers follow
The CLP should form part of a broader and what they need to include. A full description of the relationship between best practice within the logistics supply chain
submission, which will also include a CLPs and the planning process can be found as often as possible, benefiting operators,
Transport Assessment or Transport Statement However, they must conform with the London in the Construction Logistics Plan Guidance customers and local residents.
and Travel Plan. CLPs should also refer to the Plan. Croydon, for example, has produced for planners.
site’s travel plan, which will describe how you guidance for developers outlining that a CLP
intend to encourage construction staff must include measures to improve air quality,
to travel to work sustainably. reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, and
minimise the disturbance to local residents and
2.2 The Mayor’s Transport Strategy (2010) businesses caused by construction.
The Mayor’s Transport Strategy promotes the
use of CLPs. For all planning applications that
meet the criteria for referral to the Mayor,
comprehensive transport assessments, travel
plans, Delivery and Servicing Plans (DSPs) and
CLPs will need to be submitted in accordance
with TfL’s best practice guidance.
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Section 4
Contents of a CLP
The main difference between an outline The supply chain can be considered at
CLP and a detailed CLP is the level of two levels. The materials required for the
information. This may depend on the stage development, and the trips needed to
the development plans have reached. move them to and from site that will
allow construction.
The outline CLP should contain a summary
of the main logistics issues expected during Therefore, the starting point for the CLP is
construction. It must be clear to the planning an outline summary of the supply chain’s
authority what the developer intends to do. constituent parts, describing:
The detailed CLP requires further information • The primary products
Congestion reduction Together these measures can reduce air about how the proposed activities will be
Congestion reduction can be achieved by pollution, CO2 emissions and noise levels. organised and managed. • Where they are sourced
more efficient management and coordination
of construction vehicles going to and from a Waste management is also a consideration, 4.1 An overview • How they are transported
site. The CLP will state what delivery booking as effective waste management policies lead A CLP should start with a brief description of
and scheduling system is used to organise to low levels of total waste generated, and the construction project, including a summary • Waste recovery
deliveries and reduce congestion near the site. higher recycling rates. of the site location and the development
phases. This should also include basic maps Within the CLP, construction logistics are
Environment Safety and diagrams of the construction site layout. considered in their broadest sense. To maximise
Environmental benefits arise by minimising CLPs encourage fewer road trips. This reduces benefits, a CLP sets out the full supply chain
the number of journeys needed to service a the number of vehicles on the road and More detailed information should be included and includes items such as transport of
construction site and applying best practice therefore the likelihood of collisions, including later in the document, or as a separate annex. aggregates and waste from the site.
efficiencies to those journeys. those involving vulnerable road users.
An outline summary of the construction In addition, working efficiently with neighbouring
This includes: They also ensure developers maintain phases and techniques that the developer will construction sites and sharing procurement
high operational standards throughout the use should be included as this will determine practices can influence how transport is
• Planning deliveries to maximise contract arrangements with members of the materials needed. In setting out each organised. It is an approach that makes CLPs
vehicle capacities their supply chain. phase, a tabulated format (see Table 1 on different from typical site logistics plans.
page 21) is seen as preferable, though other
• High delivery success rates 3.4 Subsequent use – DSP clear summaries can be used. 4.3 Planning the supply chain
A construction project must include a DSP The CLP sets out policies, procedures and
• Using modern, low-emission vehicles showing adequate facilities for freight and 4.2 Introduction to the supply chain efficiencies for minimising road traffic before
service vehicles once the development is The supply chain covers all freight movements, and during construction. These also achieve
• Making optimal use of vehicle management completed and in use. This includes areas from when and where they begin their journey savings, both for developers and contractors.
for loading, unloading and parking to ensure until they arrive at the site or are disposed
• Using rail and water freight minimal negative impact on residential or as waste. The CLP should not just refer to
wherever possible business neighbours. materials being brought to site, but also to
waste materials being taken away.
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Materials interactive map of all operational London Integration with neighbouring sites to this type of heavy traffic. Use of strategic
A CLP records all the materials that will wharves can be found on the Port of London Wherever possible, work with neighbouring routes is less likely to create congestion and
be delivered to, and removed from, the Authority website, www.pla.co.uk developers to combine trips and benefit will help minimise the impact on local air
site. Details include the point of origin or from supply chain measures such as quality. These strategic access routes must
destination, and estimated quantities. This Information on moving materials and supplies consolidation, common procurement and be recorded clearly on a map and used by
information helps people understand the by rail freight is available on TfL’s website. waste management. Within an OAPF area those driving to the site.
vehicle movements needed. A table is perhaps this may be a formal requirement.
the best way to record these details. Use of consolidation centres and Deliveries and collections made outside
pre-fabrication Efforts should be made to consolidate peak traffic times are more likely to arrive
The minimum suggested materials to include Using a consolidation centre can help reduce deliveries by sharing vehicles or loads. This on time, and potentially reduce on-site
in the CLP are: the number of deliveries to site. It also can should be documented, explaining which delays. Therefore off-peak movements
cut the number of road miles and fuel costs, processes will be shared and which sites are preferred.
• Aggregates particularly during later phases of construction. will be collaborating.
• Local access routes
• Steel and fabrication Consolidation centres can also be used for The number of deliveries and sizes of vehicles The impact on local access roads may
off-site pre fabrication of materials and quality used throughout the construction of the inevitably be essential for the last stages
• Mechanical and Electric (M&E) control inspections, reducing programme development should be noted in the CLP. This of a journey to site. One or more specific
delays caused by faulty or damaged parts may differ by phase. As such, the two-way access routes on the local distributor
• Glazing delivered to site. total should be broken down to vehicles a road network should be specified as
day, and also highlight peak hour periods compulsory. You must also show how
• Finishing products Other benefits include fewer materials stored when vehicles are using the network. these link to the strategic road network.
on-site, which reduces the likelihood of
• Modes of transport damage and theft. It can also provide a ‘storage Route planning These routes should be discussed and agreed
buffer’ for long lead-time items. Route plans form a key part of the CLP. They with the planning authority on a site-specific
For many sites, location will determine whether explain how different parts of the supply chain basis, taking into account:
road transport should be the main mode for Whoever is responsible for purchasing and get to and from the site, and how materials
journeys. However, the use of waterborne or delivery should understand which products arrive and leave. • Transport assessment results
rail transport for journeys further up the supply and equipment can be stored at the
chain may be a viable option, particularly for consolidation centre for combined delivery, • Strategic access routes • Local capacity constraints
non time-critical products. and which must be delivered directly to site. Unless materials are being transported
Direct deliveries are likely to include abnormal from local suppliers, goods vehicles • Safety considerations
In particular, maximising the opportunities size loads and concrete. will be required to travel to site from
to use electric vehicles for the last mile, and other locations in London or beyond. • Potential for multi-drop deliveries
water and rail freight, particularly for bulk If a consolidation centre is to be used, the where neighbouring sites collaborate
movement of raw materials, should always location and the anticipated number of Such journeys should be restricted, unless
be a consideration. The London Blue Ribbon deliveries into and out of the centre, and otherwise advised, to the strategic road • Likely site access and unloading points
Network includes the Thames, navigable vehicle type (such as the use of electric network (SRN) and Transport for London’s
tributaries and the London canal system. An vehicles) should be noted in the CLP. Road Network (TLRN). Both are best suited
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As a minimum, a map should show the area and • Site operation and access times If the construction strategy requires licences Staff travel
designated route(s) to the site. This map must Site operation times are set by the local or permits to create diversions, loading bays A staff travel plan provides information about
be made available to all companies and drivers. authority planning department. Site work, or hoardings, you will need to agree them the modes of transport site employees are
They and any other service suppliers must be which includes deliveries and collections, first with the relevant highway authority. planning to use to travel to and from work at
made aware that they are to use these routes at must adhere to these hours. Where different times of the day.
all times unless unavoidable diversions occur. possible, deliveries and removals should • Cranes and equipment
take place in off-peak hours to avoid adding If at any point there is a need for a crane on Wherever possible, maximum use should
The route to the site should avoid areas that to local traffic during busy periods. the construction site, you will need a crane or be made of the public transport network.
may increase the traffic risk to vulnerable road oversail licence. Each licence granted will have Therefore, the CLP should include a summary
users. For example, avoid routes that pass The planning authority may be flexible two operational dates and one back-up date. of local transport facilities to the construction
by schools, hospitals and health centres, or about out-of-hours deliveries and night- site and a description of how private vehicle
places used by older people, or people with time deliveries, especially if you commit This equipment may be classified as an travel will be managed.
disabilities or learning difficulties. to TfL’s code of practice for quieter ‘abnormal load’, with associated movement
out-of-hours deliveries. You can find restrictions. The expected dates of arrival Details of local public transport information,
If this is not possible, the area in question the code of practice document in the and removal should be noted in the CLP. including timetables, maps, oyster promotions
must be clearly marked on the map and extra freight section of the TfL website. and cycle routes should be included in the CLP
care taken when driving through it. • Swept path analysis and made available to site personnel before
• Loading/unloading locations A swept path analysis is necessary to they first begin work on the site.
Where possible avoid routes through Vehicles should be loaded and unloaded show the operational needs of the site.
residential areas. on-site. Always avoid loading or unloading Often these do not include testing how All staff should be made aware of the travel
on the public highway. This reduces risks construction vehicles will go in and out of plan and its main points during their induction
• Journey planning to the public, reduces congestion, and the site. training and told how to get more information
You must plan both strategic and local minimises disruption and risk to any passing if they need it.
access routes carefully. To help, TfL has a vehicles on the highway. All deliveries and You should carry out a swept path analysis
free Freight Journey Planner tool. You will collections should be overseen and managed for the prospective site using design plans, Specialist trade contractors often bring all
find this in the freight section of our website. by a nominated person. and take account of the expected vehicles their tools with them in their vehicle. If they
that will enter and exit the site during the are working exclusively at the site, think about
When putting together the overall If changes to the highway are necessary to construction project. the possibility of providing secure storage so
access plan, a number of route allow construction vehicles access, describe they can commute by walking, cycling or using
options may exist, especially as the how and why in the CLP document. You Show how vehicles can operate safely public transport.
distance from the site increases. should also consult the relevant highway within the traffic management proposals
authority as soon as you know this is of the site. If it is necessary to reverse out Also make available safe and secure cycle
If there are many route options, drivers necessary. You will need to consider and of the site, this manoeuvre must always parking for any ‘last mile’ cycle deliveries.
must be clear which route applies to explain how you will manage the impacts on be overseen by a qualified marshal working
their journey. If necessary, provide cyclists, pedestrians, other road users, and from a position outside the vehicle.
induction training for all drivers to ensure any affected highway infrastructure such as
they are familiar with the route. bus stops, signals and crossings.
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Section 5
Managing a CLP
5.1 CLP coordinator The CLP coordinator will respond to any and statistical analysis purposes. Further is specific to the CLP. Either way, any incidents
The CLP coordinator takes responsibility for questions or queries about the development information about how these tools help fulfil or near-misses must be communicated to all
the day-to-day management of the CLP and is and put in place any mitigation measures CLP objectives is in Section 6. drivers delivering to the site and addressed in
the first point of contact for site issues. They needed to resolve traffic issues connected subsequent safety training.
help the development run smoothly by making with the construction work. For example, a 5.4 Safety of other road users
sure each construction phase complies with coordinator may need to: The safety of other road users is a concern, not 5.5 Materials storage and security
the CLP. just in and around the site, but for every part of There should be a suitable place on the
• Remind contractors and subcontractors a road journey to and from the site. All drivers construction site for storing materials not in
It is also the coordinator’s job to oversee the about designated routes to and from the site must be fully trained, must have read through immediate use. While on-site storage allows
effectiveness of the CLP, and prepare regular the local access routes, and have a copy of the for work to continue if there are delays in
updates to the planning authority when asked. • Check vehicles arriving at site access route map. deliveries, it also increases the risk of damage
to make sure they meet the or theft. If extensive storage is needed, a
The coordinator’s name will be on the CLP. The developer’s safety requirements Drivers must be aware of other road users, and consolidation centre may prove advantageous.
developer must inform the planning authority, in particular vulnerable road users, while driving
and other organisations such as TfL, if and • Manage the delivery booking and to and from the site. This includes pedestrians Any on-site storage location should be
when the coordinator is replaced. scheduling tool that records deliveries (especially children and older people), cyclists secure against vandalism and theft. See
and motorcyclists. below, ‘tool storage’.
5.2 Publicising the CLP Managing site deliveries
Explaining and marketing the CLP to the Online delivery booking and tracking systems Access to and from the site must be controlled As much waste as possible should be
supply chain, local community, residents and are the best way to record vehicle movements and monitored. If site geography allows, a one- recycled, and linked to set targets in a waste
businesses is essential to raise awareness to and around a site. They are also a good way way system should be in place. If any of the management plan. Whenever possible,
and show the developer’s commitment to of controlling deliveries. entry or exit points are a danger to members of reduce trips by making sure vehicles delivering
using safe and efficient construction vehicle the public, the movement of vehicles should materials to the site leave with waste.
practices. This commitment will need to be The minimum requirement is for the developer be monitored by a trained marshal working
communicated to all parts of the supply chain to use the free TfL online delivery booking outside the vehicle. 5.6 Tool storage
involved in the development. and management system available on TfL’s On-site tool storage can prove useful in
freight webpages. Where possible, those walking or cycling to the reducing the number of vehicle journeys to
5.3 Keeping other organisations and site should use a different entrance to vehicles. site. If the storage location can be insured for
local people informed If a developer or contractor wants to use their Consider hoarding lines and protective contractors’ tools as well as supplied tools, a
The CLP will also explain how the developer own software, this is acceptable providing canopies to create safer, easier walking and large number of potential vehicle journeys to
will keep in contact with organisations that its reporting capabilities are at least as cycling routes. Protect highway infrastructure, site may be prevented.
have an interest in the site and how the comprehensive as, and in a similar format including signals, signage and bus stops.
development is progressing. These bodies, to, the TfL system. 5.7 Staff travel plan
groups and individuals include planning Carry out regular safety reviews. It is up to the The staff travel plan should be reviewed and
and highways authorities, local residents, The contractor must also give the planning developer or the contractor whether this is updated regularly to reflect any major changes.
businesses and community groups. authority access to the data for monitoring done following standard company methods or
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Section 6
Putting a CLP in place
6.1 Contractual arrangements Becoming FORS Bronze accredited means Managing safety and work-related road risk 6.2 Contractors’ handbook
To ensure the working practices agreed in a contractor or subcontractor operating Main contractors should consider what road A well-planned handbook will support
the CLP are followed by main contractors, HGVs and/or fleets of vans has reached a set risk prevention measures to request from supervisors and managers in making sure the
subcontractors and suppliers, developers are standard in the following areas: their suppliers. terms and conditions of the CLP are met by
encouraged to include the CLP as an annex to everyone working at the site.
a contract. Where possible, include specific • Drivers and driver management For example, TfL demands that vehicles more
clauses or Work Instructions setting out the than 3.5 tonnes at construction sites have the The handbook should:
Work Related Road Risk (WRRR) requirements • Vehicle maintenance and fleet management following fitted as standard:
to be followed by fleet operators. This will help • Communicate the aims and
encourage the highest standards of road safety. • Transport operations • Side guards objectives common to all CLPs
See Annex A for a case study showing an • Supporting policies and procedures • Close-proximity sensors and warning alarms • Clearly explain all site-specific CLP
example of TfL’s WRRR requirements. agreements and methods of working
Main contractors to the development must • Rear cyclist warning signs and, where a
As an example of good practice, TfL requires show they and their suppliers are committed Fresnel lens is not effective, CCTV. (Note • Sets out the main contractor’s
the following criteria of all its contractors: to safer and more efficient ways or working on that for those vehicles under 3.5 tonnes, general practices and standards
site. This includes the use of vehicles. only cyclist warning signs are required)
Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) The handbook should also include:
FORS is a voluntary scheme set up by TfL recommends that within 90 days of All drivers must have their driving licence
TfL. It aims to improve freight delivery in an awarded contract, all contractors must checked by the DVLA. They must also • A site map
London by providing an industry quality and have registered and gained FORS Bronze complete a driver safety training course such
performance benchmark that encourages accreditation as a minimum standard. as Safe Urban Driving or similar. • Hours of site opening
best practice. FORS increases professionalism
among vehicle and fleet operators. Among A list of FORS Bronze accredited companies TfL also requires collision reporting. • Details of other related sites such
the benefits are greater legal compliance, can be found at www.fors-online.org.uk as the consolidation centre
reduced supply chain disruption and Full details of TfL’s WRRR requirements can
improved occupational road safety. be found in Annex A. • Health and safety information
The London Low Emission Zone (LEZ) • The staff travel plan, or advice on
One of the main objectives of CLPs is to how to get this information
minimise local air pollution. Developers must
think about specific measures that will help • Main contact details
meet this goal.
6.3 Delivery booking and scheduling
The LEZ sets a ‘baseline’ standard. Vehicles Deliveries need to arrive on site at a
failing to meet this must pay a fee to enter the specified time to ensure that work continues
zone. Meeting the LEZ standard is therefore uninterrupted by lack of supplies.
the minimum expected of the developer or
main contractor for site vehicles.
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A schedule approved by site managers with Nor is it acceptable for vehicles arriving early
booking slots reduces the possibility of site to circulate and contribute to local congestion
congestion and delays. It also reduces the and pollution.
potential for local traffic disruption.
A preferable approach is to identify one or
Clear procedures should be in place for more approved ‘holding points’. Here vehicles
loading and unloading, and staff should be can wait until they are called to the site for
aware of the estimated time needed for their booked arrival time. These locations
loading and unloading. should be discussed and agreed with the
planning authority.
Staff must understand the schedule and report
delays to the site manager. If a consolidation centre is being used for a
project, or if it supports a wider OAPF area, it
If drivers are forced to wait to load or unload, may be possible for it also to accept drivers
perhaps because an earlier delivery overruns that have travelled long distances using the
its slot, they should, where possible, wait main highways network during off-peak hours.
on-site with vehicle engines switched off to This would then leave only a final, short
avoid unnecessary idling emissions. journey leg in daytime hours when traffic
levels are higher.
To ensure accuracy of arrival times, especially
for long journeys, it may sometimes be
necessary for extra time to be built into
journey times to allow for unexpected delays
and congestion.
However this is managed, it is not acceptable
for vehicles to arrive at site early and wait
in potentially dangerous or unsuitable
locations that may cause damage, hazardous
obstructions and/or congestion.
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Section 7
Monitoring a CLP
It is important to monitor the CLP and check it The exact methods for gathering information • Indicators and data format - Supplier FORS accreditation
is effectively reducing congestion, air pollution, will be agreed between the developer/their The list of indicators and associated format - LEZ compliance
noise and visual intrusion. main contractor and the planning authority, of the data will depend on the extent - Contractual conditions compliance
following these general principles: and capability of the monitoring tools
The planning authority will be responsible for used. The following list is a suggested Safety
monitoring the CLP, while the developer and • Review meetings starting point for the type of information - Logistics-related accidents
their contractor will have responsibility for Regular review meetings between the that could be collected and reviewed: - Record of associated fatalities and
collecting data according to a schedule agreed company and the planning authority will serious injuries
between them and the planning authority. form the primary point of contact for Number of vehicle movements to site - Ways staff are travelling to site
ongoing monitoring. - Total - Vehicles and operations not
The planning authority will nominate a person - By vehicle type/size/age meeting safety requirements
to be the contact for ongoing monitoring. As a starting point, it’s suggested that these
This person may come from one of several meetings are held every three months, with Vehicle mileage Effectiveness of waste plan
departments within a local authority. If there their frequency increased or decreased - Total - Percentage of recycled materials used
are many CLPs within a planning authority’s depending on performance and progress. - By vehicle type/size/age in development
area, then the contact may be a dedicated, - Percentage of materials re-used on site
specialist Construction Compliance and The regular meetings should tackle any Level of vehicle fill - Percentage of waste recycled
Monitoring Officer. medium or low priority issues. High - For each delivery/collection
priority issues must be resolved within a Scheme cost and efficiency impacts
For larger and multiple schemes it is good shorter timescale, preferably face-to-face, Extent of vehicle sharing - Identifiable cost savings
practice to set up a construction working except if urgent action is required and a - For each delivery/collection - Record of lost hours
group, with representatives from all interested meeting cannot be scheduled quickly. - Material losses
parties, including TfL. CO2 calculation - Material costs reclaimed
• Data sharing - Duration of scheme or phase
The group should share the results of the CLP All relevant data should be freely Local air quality emissions
transport assessment, broken down so that available to the planning authority - NOx Size of development
people can see the impact for each individual and other organisations and people - PM10 - Metres squared
development, development phases, and the connected to the development.
numbers and types of vehicles in use. Online Noise Targets
delivery booking and tracking systems also Data should be presented by the developer Targets for the CLP need to be SMART
provide detailed evidence about the number or main contractor that matches a list Delivery/collection accuracy (specific, measureable, achievable, realistic,
and type of delivery vehicles, and the efficiency pre-agreed with the planning authority. compared to schedule timely) and easily collected and interpreted.
and accuracy of the deliveries made. Data should be submitted on a regular
basis, perhaps monthly, for review. Breaches and complaints They should be agreed between the
All this information will help highlight actual - Vehicle routing developer, the main contractor and the
impacts of deliveries against predictions, and For large sites the planning authority may - Unacceptable queuing planning authority, as should the indicators
help set targets for future impact assessments. carry out its own data collection activity, - Unacceptable parking and data used to measure them.
such as air quality or noise monitoring, either
at intervals or throughout the development.
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Ensuring compliance Waste management Table 1: Summary of deliveries to a site
There is an expectation to share There must be a policy to manage waste
delivery data for monitoring and and recycling on site. Reduction in waste Phase 1 (title)
compliance purposes. benefits the company financially by
minimising use of materials. Expected timescale
In the spirit of open cooperation, if targets Expected major Vehicle type/ Size of delivery Notes (eg abnormal loads,
are consistently missed, any issues should Waste and Resources Action Programme delivery dates mode of (weight/volume/ multi-point delivery to
be discussed at the regular monitoring (WRAP) has a specific page on its website transport quantity) nearby sites)
meetings, and alternative approaches (www.wrap.org.uk) for construction
agreed. Continued failure will require a companies and organisations, with tools,
review of the suitability of the targets templates and apps for reducing waste.
before further action is taken by the
planning authority. Their ultimate power is Phase 2 (title)
to enforce a suspension of work on site.
Expected timescale
Expected major Vehicle type/ Size of delivery Notes (eg abnormal loads,
delivery dates mode of (weight/volume/ multi-point delivery to
transport quantity) nearby sites)
In setting out each phase, a tabulated format For major applications or those located on the
is normally preferred, although other clear TLRN or the SRN, TfL offers a pre-application
summaries can be used. Include anticipated service. This service is designed to discuss at
major deliveries to site and, if known, the earliest possible stage all matters relating
details such as the nature of materials to be to the development including freight and
delivered, modes of transport used, size of construction. Further details are available
delivery, dates of delivery and times. Also, on the TfL website.
note any abnormal loads or deliveries or
other relevant information.
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Section 8
Checklist: What to
include in a CLP
Section 1: Introduction • Access arrangements for vehicles
• Details of the applicant submitting
the CLP • Details of any parking bays to be
suspended to allow access for
• Name of the site large construction vehicles
• Type of CLP • Number of deliveries
• Overview of the site • Hours of site operation
• Main issues or challenges • Proposed vehicle routes
Section 2: Site information • Number and type of construction
• Location of the site vehicles for each development phase
• Size and nature of the development • Parking, loading and unloading arrangements
• Details of any parking • Swept path analysis
constraints near the site
• Special measures to address any
• Details of site access, including public site access and exit issues
transport, cycling and footways
• Details of storage for plant and materials
• Any changes to services during
the construction phase Section 4: Traffic management
• Details of how traffic will be managed
Section 3: Construction details at each phase of development
• Details of the scheme
• Type of construction vehicles
• Works programme showing indicative needed, and when
dates for each stage of construction
• Parking arrangements for delivery vehicles
• Overview of the different
stages of construction • Pedestrian, cyclist, bus and
general traffic considerations
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Annex A
TfL’s contractual requirements
for WRRR
Section 5: Developing and using policies 1. Definitions drivers) who operates freight vehicles on behalf
• Details of policies and procedures to be in 1.1. Approved Driver Training is the Safe of the contractor during the development.
place during the construction, including: Urban Driving course accredited by the Joint
Approvals Unit for Periodic Training. Details are 1.9. DVLA is the Driver and Vehicle
- Waste minimisation available at www.fors-online.com Licensing Agency.
- Use of alternative modes of transport 1.2. Bronze Accreditation is the minimum 1.10. FORS is the Fleet Operator Recognition
level of accreditation within the FORS Scheme, which is an accredited scheme for
- Vehicle renewal replacement Standard. Requirements are outlined fully at businesses operating van and lorry fleets. It is
www.fors-online.org.uk free to join and offers impartial, independent
- Consolidation and/or collaboration advice and guidance that encourages
and off-site fabrication 1.3. A car-derived van is a vehicle based companies to improve their compliance with
on a car with an interior altered for the relevant laws and their environmental, social
Section 6: Monitoring, compliance, purpose of carrying larger amounts of and economic performance.
reporting and review goods and/or equipment.
• Details for monitoring the CLP, 1.11. FORS Standard is the accreditation
including compliance arrangements, 1.4. A Class VI mirror is a mirror fitted to a requirements for the Fleet Operator
reporting and review freight vehicle that allows the driver to see Recognition Scheme. A copy is available at
what is immediately in front of the vehicle and www.fors-online.org.uk
Section 7: CLP management that complies with Directive 2003/97/EC.
• Details of how the CLP will be managed 1.12. Freight is any commodity moved by a
1.5. A close proximity sensor is a device that vehicle, including but not limited to, raw and
detects objects in a vehicle’s blind spot and processed materials, goods, waste, servicing
alerts the driver with an in-cab visual and/or and construction equipment, money and
audio alarm. It also gives an audible warning to valuables, post and parcels.
other road users of the vehicle’s movement
when the indicators are on or when reversing. 1.13. A freight vehicle is either a lorry, van or
car-derived van.
1.6. Collision investigation is the procedure for
finding out why a collision happened and how 1.14. A Fresnel lens is a clear, thin plastic
to prevent a similar incident. lens that, if fitted to a lorry window on the
passenger side, allows the driver to see the
1.7. A collision report details the results of a vehicle’s blind spot.
collision investigation and the procedures put
in place to prevent recurrence. 1.15. Gold Accreditation is the highest level
of accreditation within the FORS Standard.
1.8. A driver is any employee of the contractor Requirements are outlined fully at
and his subcontractors (including agency www.fors-online.org.uk
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1.16. An initial collision report details the And (unless already accredited) have attained facing CCTV camera with in-cab live 5. Driver training
circumstances of a collision. It includes time, Bronze Accreditation standard (or higher) or the feed or a Fresnel lens where the lens 5.1. The operator shall ensure its drivers who
location, weather conditions, possible cause(s), equivalent within the alternative scheme. provides a reliable alternative to the have not undertaken:
damage and/or injury caused, the driver’s CCTV camera and where the operator
identity, the model of vehicle, the type of 2.2. The operator shall maintain Bronze has the authority’s approval to use it • Approved driver training (or training, which
freight being carried (if relevant) and the licence Accreditation standard (or equivalent in the authority’s reasonable opinion,
plate number. within the alternative scheme) by way of an • Have a close proximity sensor is an acceptable substitute) in the last
independent assessment in accordance with three years, undertakes approved driver
1.17. MAM is the maximum authorised mass of the FORS Standard, or take steps to maintain • Have a Class VI mirror training or the substitute training within
a vehicle or trailer, including the maximum load the alternative scheme’s equivalent standard. 60 days of the start of the contract
that can be carried safely. • Carry a prominent sign or signs
Alternatively, where the operator has attained to warn cyclists of the dangers of • A FORS e-learning safety module in
1.18. A lorry is a vehicle with a MAM Silver or Gold Accreditation, the maintenance passing the vehicle on the inside the last 12 months, undertakes a FORS
exceeding 3,500kg. requirements shall be undertaken in line with e-learning safety module (or e-learning,
the periods set out in the FORS Standard. 4. Driver licence checks which in the authority’s reasonable
1.19. Side guards are guards fitted between the 4.1. The operator shall ensure its drivers have opinion, is an acceptable substitute)
front and rear axles of a lorry to comply with 2.3. The operator shall ensure that a driving licence check with the DVLA before
EC Directive 89/297/EEC and the Road Vehicles subcontractors operating freight vehicles starting deliveries and that checks are repeated 6. Collision reporting
(Construction and Use) Regulations 1986. comply with clauses as if they are applied in line with either the following risk scale, or 6.1. Within 15 days of the contract variation
directly to the subcontractor, not the operator. the operator’s risk scale, provided that the date, the operator shall provide the authority
1.20. Silver Accreditation is the intermediate operator’s risk scale has been approved in with a collision report. The operator shall
level of accreditation within the FORS 3. Safety equipment on vehicles writing by the authority within the last 12 provide the authority with an updated
Standard. Requirements are described fully 3.1. The operator shall ensure that any van it months: collision report on a quarterly basis and
at www.fors-online.org.uk uses to provide services shall carry a prominent within five working days of a written request
sign or signs to warn cyclists of the dangers of • 0 - 3 points on the driving from the authority.
1.21. A van is a vehicle with a MAM not passing the vehicle on the inside. licence – annual checks
exceeding 3,500kg. It includes car-derived vans 7. FORS reports
and other vehicles designed for carrying freight. 3.2. The operator shall ensure that any lorry it • 4 - 8 points on the driving 7.1. Within 30 days of achieving Bronze
uses to provide services shall: licence – six-monthly checks Accreditation, or equivalent within an alternative
2. Fleet Operator Recognition scheme, the operator shall inform the authority
Scheme accreditation • Have side guards fitted, unless the operator • 9 - 11 points on the driving by emailing a report to fors@tfl.gov.uk detailing
2.1. Where the operator has freight vehicles can demonstrate to the authority’s licence – quarterly checks its compliance with the safety clauses (the
it shall, within 90 days of the contract reasonable satisfaction that the vehicle will safety, licensing and training report).
variation date and unless already registered, not be able to perform the function for • 12 or more points on the driving
register for the FORS. Or register for another which it was built if side guards are fitted licence – monthly checks The operator shall provide updates of the
scheme which, in the authority’s reasonable report every three months after submission
opinion, is an acceptable substitute (the • Have a close proximity warning system of the first report.
‘alternative scheme’). fitted comprising a front-mounted, rear
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Annex B
Example structure of a CLP
8. Requirement of the operator 9. Failure to comply with WRRR requirements Introduction 4. Description of what is proposed
regarding subcontractors 9.1. If the operator fails to comply with • What do we want from a CLP?
8.1. The operator shall ensure any WRRR requirements and other undertakings a. Reduced trips in peak periods leading to
subcontractors operating car-derived vans, contained in the CLP the operator has 1. Reduced trips in peak periods, less congestion
vans and lorries, comply with the safety committed a material breach of contract. leading to less congestion
clauses as if those subcontractors were party The authority may refuse the operator, its i. Core elements:
to its contract. employees, agents and freight vehicles entry 2. Less emissions
onto any property that is owned, occupied 1. Use of delivery schedule to plan
or managed by the authority for any purpose 3. Improved vehicle safety ahead and resolve site
(including, but not limited to, deliveries). access conflicts
4. Evidence that the site is planning
and managing logistics effectively 2. Approved route plans to
ensure vehicles use roads
How are these aspirations supported by with adequate capacity
national, regional and local policies?
• Policy or policies promoting CLPs 3. Coordination with nearby sites by
producing monthly, weekly and
• Policy or policies promoting daily site access schedules, and
attending regular coordination
1. Reduced trips in peak periods planning meetings with local
leading to less congestion authority and neighbouring sites
2. Less emissions ii. Options
3. Improved vehicle safety 1. Use of off-peaks for deliveries
CLP structure 2. Consolidation
1. Site Information
3. Call-off holding areas
2. Outline construction programme
4. Use of alternative modes
3. Trip generation
b. Less emissions
a. Initial
i. Core elements:
b. With mitigations – listing the mitigations
1. Vehicle replacement Euro
engine standards
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2. Driver training ii. Options
3. Transport CO2 reporting 1. Use of off-peaks for deliveries
ii. Options 2. Consolidation
1. Use of off-peaks for deliveries 3. Use of alternative modes
2. Consolidation 5. Evidence that the site is managing and
planning logistics effectively
3. Use of alternative modes
i. Core elements:
c. Improved safety
1. Data from delivery schedule tool,
i. Core elements: including evidence of site arrival vehicle
and driver compliance checks
1. Use of contract requirements
2. Collision reporting
a. Driver training
3. CO2 reporting
b.Transport collision reporting
4. Financial provision for independent
c. Mirrors monitoring
d.Side guards ii. Options
e. Close proximity warning systems 1. Proposed extra mitigation measures if
trip reduction, targets or results not
f. Warning stickers as planned
g. FORS Bronze
h. Collision reporting
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