What is Health and Safety Guide No. 47 (HSG47)
Health & Safety Regulations are in place to protect us. These regulations are particularly important for those whose jobs involve working around utilities. Here we look at Health and Safety Regulation, HSG47. Health and Safety Guide No. 47 (HSG47) outlines the potential dangers of working near underground services. It also gives advice on how to […]
Celebrating 25 years of utility consultancy services
Today marks the 25th anniversary of Premier Energy Services Ltd (PES). We are proud to have delivered market leading utility solutions for professionals in the civil, commercial and residential construction industry over the past 25 years. Here we show you a glimpse into our history, which has shaped PES into the utility infrastructure consultant that […]
5 Reasons Why You Should Obtain Utility Mapping Plans and Utility Search Reports
If you are involved in commissioning, planning, managing or carrying out work on or near underground services, it is vital that you know what is located in the vicinity. Before embarking on your next project, take a look at these five compelling reasons why you should first obtain Utility Mapping Plans: 1. You must ensure […]
What to consider when looking at utility records
Are you planning – or undertaking – site works? Then you will need details of existing utilities to help your project go smoothly. Tip 1 Understand the operating voltage or pressure of existing equipment. This can determine the actual of any constraints such as ‘no construction within XXm of high-pressure gas mains’. This is not […]
The Benefits of PALM 128 compared to a CAD Plan or a Utility Survey
What is the PALM 128? The PALM 128 (Premier Asset Layered Map) is a Premier Energy trademarked product. The PALM is an exact replication of all information from utility asset records showing plant location, as well as details of pipe sizes, direction of flows, chambers etc. The PALM is referenced to OS MasterMap, and by […]
Promoting Competition and Investment in Fibre Networks
What is the basis Ofcom’s Consultation on fibre networks? The consultation (closed on 7th June 2019) looks at the best ways to secure investment by encouraging network-based competition. It affirms Ofcom’s stance on regulation for wholesale fixed telecoms markets from 2021, along with its recommendations to give competitors access to existing duct and pole infrastructure. […]