Structures Maintenance Plan

8.1  The principles of risk management when applied to the maintenance of structures is primarily used to identify and prioritise the allocation of resources by assessing the condition (performance) of a structure with reference to the criticality of the structures location on the network.

8.2  The use of hierarchies referenced to the hierarchy of the other highway infrastructure assets in the area are the first step whilst the identification of critical assets ensure that those asset that are not necessarily on the main network are considered.

8.3  A regular programme of inspections ensures that changes in deterioration rates are identified early and allows the flexibility to alter inspection frequencies as required.