Standard practice

David Thomas reflects on the role of this milestone report in highlighting the importance of buildability and temporary works in engineering design and developing the safer industry we have today.

This month's report raises concerns about incidents involving retaining walls that support the highway.

This new standard for modern methods of construction (MMC) – written for a wide audience across the project life cycle – provides a consistent framework that will allow MMC projects to be delivered safely and effectively, explains Richard Partington.