If you are placing a skip on the side of the road, it must be clearly marked to alert road users to its presence.

You should use appropriate signs to warn approaching traffic of the obstruction ahead, and position cones around the skip to create a safe taper or buffer zone for passing vehicles.

When it comes to lighting the skip, the requirements depend on the road’s speed limit:

If the speed limit is 40mph or above, the skip must be lit during the hours of darkness.

If the speed limit is below 40mph, lighting is not legally required, but JSP recommends that you light the skip regardless. Doing so increases visibility and safety for all road users, especially in low light or poor weather conditions.

It’s always better to exceed the minimum safety requirements where possible to avoid potential hazards or liability.

Key Points:

• Skips on roads must be clearly marked with signs and cones.
• Cones should form a taper to guide traffic safely around the obstruction.
• Lighting is legally required at night if the speed limit is 40mph or more.
• JSP recommends lighting skips at night in all situations for added safety.
• Taking extra precautions helps protect both the public and the site.