Application guidance notes - Place bollards or posts (S142)

Type of post that may be licenced

All bollards shall:

  • Be passively safe and compliant with BS EN 12767 (or equivalent current standard)
  • Be of a flexible or rebound construction, capable of deflecting on impact and returning to an upright position
  • Include retroreflective banding compliant with BS EN 12899-1 for visibility

Passively safe bollards are designed to reduce injury severity and vehicle damage in the event of impact

The preferred product is:

Glasdon Vergemaster RX Marker Post

  • Flexible verge marker post specifically designed for grass verge protection
  • Lightweight, durable polymer construction
  • High-visibility reflective banding
  • Widely used on UK highway networks

This type of product aligns with highway authority expectations for:

  • Passive safety
  • Low maintenance
  • Proven roadside performance