Written by Jake Oakey on October 14, 2025

5 Ways to Stay Chapter 8 Compliant on Temporary Works Sites

When managing temporary works — from highways to civils and utilities — Chapter 8 compliance is essential.
It’s not just about keeping pedestrians safe; it’s about protecting your team, your reputation, and your contracts.

Yet, many contractors still rely on unbranded, generic barriers because most suppliers set high minimum orders for custom branding — often 120 units or more.
At OAKEYS Safety, we’ve changed that. You can now order branded, Chapter 8 compliant barriers from just 50 units.

1. Always Choose Certified Chapter 8 Barriers

Not all barriers are made equal. To stay compliant, use products that meet the Chapter 8 Traffic Signs Manual requirements for temporary traffic management.
The Melba Swintex 2m Gate Barrier is a UK-manufactured, fully compliant solution, used widely across construction, highways, and civils projects.

👉 View the Melba Swintex 2m Branded Barrier

2. Maintain High Visibility

Visibility is a key part of compliance.
Chapter 8 specifies that barriers must be conspicuous to road users and pedestrians, especially in low-light or high-traffic areas.

The Melba Swintex design uses high-visibility orange HDPE with red-and-white reflective panels, ensuring compliance even in challenging conditions.

3. Add Branded ID Boards for Professionalism and Accountability

Branding isn’t just aesthetic — it’s operational.
A custom ID board with your company logo helps identify your equipment, reduces the risk of theft or mix-ups, and reinforces professionalism on-site.

While many suppliers require 120+ barriers for branding, OAKEYS offers custom logo printing from just 50 units, making branded equipment accessible to small and medium contractors.

4. Order the Quantity You Actually Need

You don’t need 120 barriers to stay compliant — you just need the right barriers.
With OAKEYS, you can buy branded or unbranded barriers in the quantities that suit your projects, without being forced into excessive MOQs.

For companies who want their branding on site but don’t need a full 120, our 50-unit minimum gives the perfect balance between affordability and professionalism.

👉 Order branded barriers from just 50 units

5. Inspect, Replace, and Re-Use Responsibly

Regular inspection is key to compliance.
Cracked, faded, or unstable barriers can fail safety checks and damage your professional image.
By investing in durable, UK-made barriers — especially branded ones you’re proud to reuse — you keep your sites looking consistent, compliant, and credible.