PAS 128 Explained: A Practical Guide for Contractors, PMs & Site Engineers
PAS 128 sets the standard for underground utility surveys in UK construction. This guide explains what each survey type means, how to interpret confidence levels, and how PAS 128 helps reduce risk on highways and civils projects before you break ground.
Understanding Pot-Ended & Abandoned Cables: Why They’re Almost Impossible to Detect (And What That Means for Your Site)
Pot-ended and abandoned cables are some of the hardest buried services to identify. This blog explains why standard detection methods can’t locate them, what this means for PAS 128 surveys, and how project teams can plan safer excavations despite these limitations.
National Security Underground: The Utilities You’ll Never See on a Plan
Not everything beneath the surface is meant to be found. Some underground utilities are classified — hidden for national security reasons. Learn how utility surveyors identify the invisible networks that keep the UK running safely without ever appearing on a plan.
