Hi, I have to pick up an antivandal toilet block next week and am unsure on the wide load regs.
It’s 10’x17’ being transported from northampton to cardiff. I’m aware that because it’s over 9’6" it needs side markers, length isn’t an issue though as the flatbed is 21’.
What I need to know though is do the police need notification? I’ve read through a few links I’ve found on here but can’t seem to find a definate answer.
Also, where do I get marker boards, and which ones??
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers
Mike.
You will need marker boards front and rear of the load and 2 days notice given to the police.
a quick guide
upto 2.9m overall need nothing done
2.9-3.5m need markers front and rear plus 2 days police notifcation
over 3.5m needs the above plus a 2nd man.
I think anyway 
I thought so. Thanks. Better let the boss know then, he thinks I can just carry it as a normal load!!
All you need is marker boards,There is regs on size & composition of boards but I`m out of touch with things like that these days. Just make some up yourself bit of ply red & white paint.
Weight:
- Gross weight or axle weights exceeding Construction and Use Regulation or Authorised Weight limits up to 80,000kgs (78.74 tons)
Action required: 2 clear days notice with indemnity to Highway and Bridge Authorities. - Gross weight (of vehicle carrying the load) exceeding 80,000 kg (78.74tons) up to 150,000kgs (147.63 tons)
Action required: 2 clear days notice to Police and 5 clear days notice with indemnity to Highway and Bridge authorities. - Gross weight (of vehicle carrying the load) exceeding 150,000kgs (147.63 tons).
Action required: Highways Agency Special Order (8 weeks notice) plus clear days notice to Police and 5 clear days notice with indemnity to Highway and Bridge Authorities.
Width:
- Width exceeding 3.0 metres (9’6") up to 5.0 metres (16’5")
Action required: 2 clear days notice to the police. - Width exceeding 5.0 metres (16’5") up to 6.1metres (20’)
Action required: Highways Agency (10 days notice) form VR1 plus 2 clear days notice to Police. - Width exceeding 6.1 metres (20’)
Action required: Highways Agency Special Order (8 weeks notice) plus 5 clear days notice to Police and 5 clear days notice with indemnity to Highway and Bridge Authorities.
Length:
- When exceeding 18.75 metres (60’1") up to 30 metres (98’5") rigid- (Vehicle or train of vehicles)
Action required 2 clear days notice to the police. - When exceeding 30 metres (98’5") rigid
Action required Highways Agency Special Order (8 weeks notice) to Police and 5 clear days notice with indemnity to Road and Bridge Authorities.
Wheel Nut:
Weight:
- Gross weight or axle weights exceeding Construction and Use Regulation or Authorised Weight limits up to 80,000kgs (78.74 tons)
Action required: 2 clear days notice with indemnity to Highway and Bridge Authorities.- Gross weight (of vehicle carrying the load) exceeding 80,000 kg (78.74tons) up to 150,000kgs (147.63 tons)
Action required: 2 clear days notice to Police and 5 clear days notice with indemnity to Highway and Bridge authorities.- Gross weight (of vehicle carrying the load) exceeding 150,000kgs (147.63 tons).
Action required: Highways Agency Special Order (8 weeks notice) plus clear days notice to Police and 5 clear days notice with indemnity to Highway and Bridge Authorities.Width:
- Width exceeding 3.0 metres (9’6") up to 5.0 metres (16’5")
Action required: 2 clear days notice to the police.- Width exceeding 5.0 metres (16’5") up to 6.1metres (20’)
Action required: Highways Agency (10 days notice) form VR1 plus 2 clear days notice to Police.- Width exceeding 6.1 metres (20’)
Action required: Highways Agency Special Order (8 weeks notice) plus 5 clear days notice to Police and 5 clear days notice with indemnity to Highway and Bridge Authorities.Length:
- When exceeding 18.75 metres (60’1") up to 30 metres (98’5") rigid- (Vehicle or train of vehicles)
Action required 2 clear days notice to the police.- When exceeding 30 metres (98’5") rigid
Action required Highways Agency Special Order (8 weeks notice) to Police and 5 clear days notice with indemnity to Road and Bridge Authorities.
simples then 
why not just answer question that op asked (yes you have but in a more technical way), great if you do know all the regs but very confusing if you dont 
(no im am not having a pop at u)
Enquire of your local caravan delivery company, they do 10’ and 12’ wide loads all the time.
markers at front and rear and need to give a route to all police forces you will be travelling through 2 days in advance and if they have any problems with you using that route they will inform you of an alternative route
gezt:
simples then
why not just answer question that op asked (yes you have but in a more technical way), great if you do know all the regs but very confusing if you dont
I am not sure what you meant, he said he cannot find a definitive answer. My post is definitive.
He asks if he needs to notify police, and the same definitive answer tells him that he must give 2 days notice to each area he is travelling through.
For anyone whose job may involve carrying long, wide or heavy loads, they would probably print this guide off and keep it with their documents, or leave it to the professionals.
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gezt:
simples then
why not just answer question that op asked (yes you have but in a more technical way), great if you do know all the regs but very confusing if you dontI am not sure what you meant, he said he cannot find a definitive answer. My post is definitive.
He asks if he needs to notify police, and the same definitive answer tells him that he must give 2 days notice to each area he is travelling through.
For anyone whose job may involve carrying long, wide or heavy loads, they would probably print this guide off and keep it with their documents, or leave it to the professionals.
i meant just answer his question in a simple way. i am not knocking your answer as such just as he seems to be new to wide loads best keep it as simple as possible,
as for the info you posted it should be made a sticky for further reference.
as said not having a go at you “honest” 
And as there are many "professionals. on here , 
surely it doesnt hurt to help /nurture those who are not in the know or learning to attain guidance and achieved better standards from their peers 
Short answer , Yes he does need to notify Police of abload with those dimensions stated and route with minimum prior notice.
Ive posted some links in post above to help guide his process 
Thanks for the replies chaps.
JISL to ESL:
Enquire of your local caravan delivery company, they do 10’ and 12’ wide loads all the time.
It’s funny you say that mate, I see them all the time running through to west wales and in the services, but when you want one to chat to they’re no where to be seen!
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There is this on-line Ready Reckoner - http://www.myabnormalload.com/LoadsReadyReckoner/tabid/1345/language/en-GB/Default.aspx