Impact Protection Vehicles (IPVs) - Safety and Protection for High-Risk Traffic Management
At Redcone Recruitment, we provide Impact Protection Vehicles (IPVs) and labour-only IPV drivers and crews to ensure the highest levels of safety for roadworkers and motorists in high-risk traffic management environments. IPVs are essential for safeguarding work zones, particularly on busy highways and high-speed roads, where the risk of accidents is greater. These specially equipped vehicles provide a physical barrier between live traffic and your worksite, reducing the risk of collisions and protecting both workers and road users.
What Are Impact Protection Vehicles?
Impact Protection Vehicles (IPVs) are specially designed trucks equipped with crash cushions or attenuators that absorb the energy from vehicle collisions. Positioned strategically at the back of a work zone, these vehicles act as a barrier to shield roadworkers from vehicles that may enter the worksite by mistake or in the event of an accident. In addition, IPVs provide a clear visual warning to approaching drivers, encouraging them to slow down or divert away from the work zone.
Why You Need IPVs for Traffic Management
IPVs are critical in maintaining safety in high-speed traffic environments, where workers are more vulnerable to accidents caused by speeding vehicles or driver distractions. Incorporating an IPV in your traffic management strategy ensures:
Enhanced Safety: IPVs create a buffer zone, protecting workers from collisions with errant vehicles. The crash cushion absorbs the impact, reducing injury risk and damage.
Regulatory Compliance: UK road safety regulations, such as Chapter 8 of the Traffic Signs Manual, mandate IPVs for certain high-speed and high-risk work zones, particularly on motorways and dual carriageways.
Minimised Disruption: By using IPVs, the likelihood of serious accidents is reduced, ensuring work continues safely with fewer disruptions. The high-visibility signage and barriers help guide drivers around the worksite.
IPV Services We Provide
Fully Equipped IPVs
At Redcone Recruitment, we supply state-of-the-art IPVs equipped with advanced technology to ensure maximum safety on the road. Our vehicles are fully compliant with UK safety standards and are meticulously maintained.
Crash Cushions (Attenuators): Each IPV is fitted with an energy-absorbing crash cushion that can protect against a range of collisions, from low-speed impacts to high-speed crashes.
High-Visibility Signage: Our IPVs feature high-visibility signage and flashing lights, ensuring they are seen from a distance. Signs include lane closure arrows, warnings, and directional signals to guide traffic around the work zone.
Day and Night Operations: IPVs are effective both day and night, equipped with LED lighting and reflective markings to ensure visibility in all conditions.
Remote-Controlled Sign Boards: The vehicles are fitted with remotely controlled signboards, allowing operators to change traffic warnings and lane instructions in real-time based on traffic conditions.
Labour-Only IPV Drivers and Crews
We also offer labour-only IPV drivers and crews, providing you with highly trained and certified personnel without the need to hire a vehicle through us. This flexible option is perfect for clients who already have IPVs but need qualified staff to operate them.
LANTRA-Certified Drivers: Our labour-only drivers are fully certified and trained to operate IPVs in high-risk environments, ensuring safe and compliant operation.
Skilled IPV Crews: Our experienced traffic management crews can assist with all on-site requirements, ensuring smooth integration with your existing team. They are equipped to manage all aspects of the IPV setup and monitoring throughout the project.
Seamless Integration: Whether you require a full team or additional crew members to supplement your workforce, our professionals integrate seamlessly with your project, ensuring that all safety protocols are met.
Skilled and Certified Drivers
Our IPV operators are highly trained and experienced in safely managing high-speed traffic environments. Operating an IPV requires expertise, and our team is certified to handle the complexities of this critical role.
LANTRA-Certified Operators: All of our drivers are LANTRA-approved and trained to the highest standards of traffic management and vehicle operation, ensuring the safety of your worksite.
Experienced in High-Risk Zones: Our drivers have extensive experience working in high-speed, high-risk environments, including motorways and dual carriageways, where the risk of collisions is higher.
Responsive and Adaptable: Our IPV crews are capable of quickly adapting to evolving traffic conditions, repositioning the IPV as needed to maintain safety.
Deployment and Management
Our IPV services cover full deployment and management throughout the duration of your project, ensuring that the vehicle is always positioned for optimal safety and is regularly maintained.
Strategic Positioning: We assess your worksite to determine the best placement for the IPV, maximising protection for both workers and traffic.
On-Site Monitoring: Our team remains on-site to monitor traffic flow and adjust the IPV as necessary, responding to changing conditions to ensure continuous safety.
24/7 Support: We provide round-the-clock service for projects that operate outside normal working hours, ensuring that your site is protected at all times.
Industries and Projects Requiring IPVs
IPVs are essential for various industries and projects where work is carried out on high-speed roads. These include:
Motorway and Dual Carriageway Roadworks: IPVs are mandatory for certain types of roadworks on high-speed roads to protect workers and the public.
Highway Maintenance: Routine maintenance work, such as line painting or repairs, requires IPVs to ensure worker safety in fast-moving traffic.
Emergency Response: IPVs can be quickly deployed for emergency road repairs or accident clearance, providing essential protection for workers.
Utility Projects: For utility works involving lane closures on major roads, IPVs provide the necessary buffer to prevent accidents.
Why Choose Redcone Recruitment for Impact Protection Vehicles?
Flexible Labour-Only Options: We provide both fully equipped IPVs and labour-only services, allowing you to access certified drivers and crews without needing to hire our vehicles.
Safety as a Priority: Our IPVs and personnel meet all UK safety regulations, with crash cushions and high-visibility equipment designed to prevent accidents and protect workers.
Experienced Operators: Our team of LANTRA-certified drivers has extensive experience working in high-risk environments, ensuring safe and effective traffic management.
24/7 Availability: Our services are available 24/7 to meet the demands of your project, whether you need planned support or an emergency response.
Cost-Effective Solutions: We provide competitive pricing for both vehicle hire and labour-only services, giving you flexible options that meet your project’s budget and needs.
At Redcone Recruitment, we are committed to providing safe, efficient, and reliable Impact Protection Vehicle (IPV) solutions and labour-only drivers and crews. Whether you need complete IPV services or qualified personnel to operate your own vehicles, we ensure your traffic management operations are protected and compliant.
Traffic Management Operatives and Resource We Can Supply
At Redcone Recruitment, we supply highly skilled traffic management operatives to support projects of all sizes. Whether it’s high-speed motorways or low-speed urban areas, our operatives are equipped to handle tasks such as 12AB and 12D lane closures, multi-phase traffic light installations, road closures, and diversions. Every operative is fully trained, compliant with industry standards, and dedicated to delivering efficient, safe traffic management solutions. Whatever the scope of your project, we ensure you have the right people in place to maintain smooth and secure traffic flow.
The TTMBC (Temporary Traffic Management Basic Course) qualification provides trainees with a strong foundation in the basics of traffic management. This course covers essential knowledge on setting up and maintaining temporary traffic management systems, focusing on safety procedures, signage placement, and the management of traffic in low-speed environments. TTMBC trainees are trained to handle basic tasks under supervision, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and maintaining safety on all types of roadwork sites. This qualification is the first step for those entering the traffic management industry, giving them the skills to support a range of projects.
We offer a reliable supply of TTMBC-qualified operatives who are ready to assist with entry-level traffic management tasks. Whether you need labour for a short-term project or ongoing support, we can provide skilled workers to meet your needs. Our operatives can be deployed to your site as direct hires or subcontracted, depending on your requirements. Additionally, we offer full traffic management services that incorporate TTMBC-qualified personnel to ensure the smooth and safe execution of traffic control tasks on low-speed roads and other environments.
The 12D M1/M2 qualification is designed for operatives involved in traffic management on low-speed, single carriageway roads. The M1 module focuses on the basic principles of setting up and maintaining temporary traffic management systems, including the correct use of signs, barriers, and cones. The M2 module extends this knowledge, allowing operatives to work independently on mobile lane closures, stop-and-go operations, and other traffic management activities. These operatives are fully trained to ensure the safety of both road users and workers while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
We can supply 12D M1/M2 qualified operatives for a wide range of low-speed road projects, offering flexible solutions to meet your labour needs. Whether you require additional staff for temporary assignments or ongoing subcontracted resources, our skilled operatives are ready to assist. We also provide complete traffic management services that utilize 12D M1/M2 operatives to ensure safe and efficient traffic control on single carriageways. Our team is committed to delivering reliable, compliant services that minimize disruption and keep traffic flowing smoothly.
The 12D M3, M4, and M5 qualifications focus on more advanced traffic management operations on low-speed roads. M3 covers the setup and maintenance of traffic management systems for minor works, including temporary traffic lights and pedestrian crossings. M4 operatives are trained to install and remove static lane closures on dual carriageways, while M5 operatives specialise in mobile closures and convoy working for low-speed roads. Together, these qualifications equip operatives with the expertise required to manage more complex traffic management setups, ensuring the safety of both workers and the public.
We can supply reliable 12D M3, M4, and M5 qualified operatives for projects that demand advanced traffic management on low-speed roads. Whether you need temporary labour or long-term subcontracted resources, our operatives are ready to deliver safe and efficient traffic control. Alongside providing skilled personnel, we offer comprehensive traffic management services that incorporate M3, M4, and M5 operatives, ensuring full compliance with regulations and minimal disruption on single and dual carriageways. Our team is well-prepared to handle complex setups with precision and professionalism.
The 12AB qualification is essential for operatives involved in traffic management on high-speed roads, such as motorways and dual carriageways. The 12A module covers the installation, maintenance, and removal of static traffic management systems, including lane closures and traffic diversions. The 12B module extends this to mobile operations, such as lane closures with impact protection vehicles and mobile traffic management for moving roadworks. These operatives are fully trained to manage complex setups in high-speed environments, prioritising the safety of road users and workers while ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
We provide a dependable supply of 12AB qualified high-speed operatives, available for both short-term projects and long-term contracts. Our operatives are skilled in handling the demands of high-speed traffic management, ensuring that all setups are executed safely and efficiently. Whether you require additional labour for specific tasks or complete subcontracted resources, we can support your needs. Additionally, our full traffic management services include the use of 12AB operatives to deliver safe and compliant solutions for high-speed motorways and dual carriageways, helping to minimise disruption while maintaining smooth traffic flow.
12AB High-Speed IPV (Impact Protection Vehicle) drivers are specially trained to operate essential safety vehicles during mobile traffic management operations on motorways and high-speed roads. The 12A qualification focuses on the management of static traffic systems, while the 12B qualification equips IPV drivers with the skills needed to safely manage moving lane closures and other mobile operations. These drivers are responsible for protecting both the workforce and road users by providing a physical barrier and ensuring proper warning systems are in place when working on live high-speed roads.
We offer a reliable supply of fully qualified 12AB IPV drivers, available to support your high-speed traffic management needs. Our drivers are experienced in handling the complexities of mobile traffic operations, ensuring the highest levels of safety and compliance. Whether you need short-term assistance or ongoing subcontracted resources, we can provide skilled IPV drivers to help maintain smooth and secure traffic management. In addition to supplying trained drivers, our full traffic management services include mobile operations using IPV vehicles, ensuring safety for all road users and minimising disruption on motorways and dual carriageways.
The 12AB High-Speed Foreman qualification is designed for individuals responsible for overseeing traffic management operations on high-speed roads, such as motorways and dual carriageways. A foreman with this certification is skilled in managing both static and mobile traffic management setups, ensuring that all aspects of lane closures, diversions, and moving operations are carried out safely and efficiently. They have a thorough understanding of the 12A and 12B modules, which cover the setup, maintenance, and removal of both static systems and mobile traffic management. The foreman ensures that all work is compliant with industry regulations and that safety remains the top priority.
We provide experienced and fully qualified 12AB High-Speed Foremen to manage traffic management operations on high-speed roads. Whether you need temporary leadership for a specific project or long-term subcontracted foremen, we can supply skilled professionals who are ready to ensure your traffic management runs smoothly and safely. Our foremen are adept at coordinating teams, managing resources, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Additionally, our comprehensive traffic management services include the provision of 12AB High-Speed Foremen to lead projects and ensure high standards are maintained from start to finish, minimising disruption while maintaining road safety.
Traffic Safety Control Officers (TSCOs) play a critical role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of traffic management operations on high-speed roads, including motorways and major dual carriageways. TSCOs are responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of traffic control during roadworks, ensuring that all safety measures are in place and that work is carried out in compliance with industry regulations. They liaise with contractors, emergency services, and other relevant parties to manage traffic flows and minimise disruption, while ensuring the safety of workers and road users in high-risk environments.
We can supply fully trained and experienced TSCOs for high-speed road projects, whether you need temporary support or long-term subcontracted resources. Our TSCOs are equipped to manage complex traffic control operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and maintaining smooth traffic flow during roadworks. In addition to providing skilled officers, our full traffic management services include the deployment of TSCOs to oversee projects from start to finish, ensuring that all traffic safety requirements are met and disruptions are kept to a minimum on high-speed roads.
The 12C qualification is essential for operatives managing live lanes and convoy systems on high-speed roads, such as motorways and dual carriageways. 12C Live Lane Operatives are trained to safely manage traffic in live lanes, where vehicles continue to move alongside roadworks. Convoy operatives manage the flow of traffic using convoy vehicles, guiding road users through roadworks at controlled speeds to ensure safety. These operatives are skilled in managing dynamic, high-risk environments, ensuring the safety of both road users and workers, and maintaining compliance with all traffic management regulations.
We offer a reliable supply of 12C qualified Live Lane and Convoy Operatives, ready to support your high-speed traffic management projects. Whether you require temporary labour or long-term subcontracted operatives, our team is equipped to handle live lane traffic and convoy operations safely and efficiently. Our operatives are fully trained to manage the complexities of high-speed traffic, ensuring minimal disruption and maintaining safety on motorways and dual carriageways. We also offer full traffic management services that incorporate 12C operatives to ensure your projects run smoothly and comply with all safety standards.