UXOS provides UXO risk assessments for construction projects across the UK including East Anglia, London, the South East and the Midlands.
Construction and development sites across the UK may be affected by unexploded ordnance (UXO) remaining from wartime activity during the First and Second World Wars.
A UXO risk assessment evaluates historical records, wartime bombing data and previous land use to determine whether a site may encounter unexploded ordnance during construction.
Understanding this risk before groundworks begin allows developers, planners and contractors to implement appropriate mitigation measures and avoid unexpected disruption to the construction programme.
UXOS provides professional UXO risk assessments to support safe and efficient project delivery across the UK construction sector.
A UXO risk assessment involves a detailed review of historical and technical information relating to the development site.
The assessment process typically includes:
Historical research
Review of wartime bombing records, military archives and historical maps.
Aerial photography analysis
Examination of wartime aerial imagery to identify evidence of bombing activity or military use.
Land use assessment
Evaluation of previous land uses that may have increased UXO risk.
Risk evaluation
Assessment of the likelihood that unexploded ordnance may be present on the site.
Mitigation recommendations
Clear guidance regarding any additional safety measures that may be required during construction.
The final report provides developers and contractors with a clear understanding of the potential risk and the appropriate steps required to manage it safely.
