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Att 3_CMP - Final
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GENERAL SIGNAGE & DEVICE INSTALLATION SITE SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS
Unless stated otherwise on the Traffic Guidance Scheme (TGS), the tolerances on the 1. All signage on this plan shall be erected in accordance with Part 3,
positioning of signs detailed in the plans is + 2.5m Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), 2018, Seventh Issue. T1Q12 may be used at 610m
Unless noted otherwise in the drawings, all signage is to be positioned clear of the travel path from TC while actively stopping traffic for controller safety.
behind the kerb and visible to oncoming traffic and not obstructing pedestrians, otherwise on 2. Existing regulatory or advisory signs that conflict with the requirements of this plan are to be covered with
The pavement as near as practicable to the kerb without the sign becoming obscured and nontransparent material. Refer to Clause 2.4.4 of MUTCD.
without obstructing moving traffic. 3. This Traffic Guidance Scheme (TGS) has been developed in accordance with Clauses 2.2.3 and 2.2.4 of
Condition of Signs and devices should be examined before installation to ensure that they MUTCD.
are in good condition and their performance is not impaired. 4. Clearance distance of workers on foot to traffic shall be 1.2m as per MUTCD table 4.7.
Signs and devices should be erected so that 5. Refer to MUTCD Table 4.2 for the Value of Dimension D.
(a) They are properly displayed and securely mounted (see clause 3.3); 6. Refer to MUTCD Table 4.6 for the recommended taper lengths
(b) They are within the line of sight of the intended road user; 7. Refer to the MUTCD Table 3.7 for the recommended maximum spacing of Traffic Cones and Bollards.
(c) They cannot be obscured from view (eg by vegetation or parked cars); 8. Any variations made to the treatments shown in the TGS shall only be installed following a risk assessment
(d) They do not obscure other devices from the line of sight of the intended road user. conducted in accordance with Clause 2.2.3 of MUTCD and agreed to by a Traffic Design Company
(e) They do not become a possible hazard to worker, pedestrians or vehicles; and Representative. Such changes must be recorded on Risk Assessment and Signage Audit and the TGS must
(f) They are not installed using supports that could be a hazard if struck by a vehicle. be signed off by a TMD, Traffic Supervisor.
9. Signage is to be positioned clear of the travel path and as per Clause 2.5.2 of the MUTCD. Tolerance
PEDESTRIANS AND CYCLIST from optimum position shall be accordance with Clause 4.1.6 of MUTCD.
Pedestrians and cyclists for the duration of the works will be monitored as required. 10. Unless a 40km/hr temporary speed zone has been implemented no workers are to be within 1.2m of an
Appropriate pedestrians warning and directional signage will be erected and monitored open traffic lane. Any 40km/hr speed zone should be removed when workers have left the work are or
throughout the duration of the works as required. are no longer visible to traffic. Refer to table 4.7 of MUTC. A 40km/hr temporary speed zone shall not
Where trip hazards exist or are identified ‘PEDESTRIANS WATCH YOUR STEP’ (T81) sign shall be exceed 500m unless approved by the Superintendent. Speed reductions to be achieved in 30km/hr
installed where appropriate space allows. increment.
11. Supervisory personnel are required to ensure all traffic controllers are adequately trained and
INCIDENT MANAGEMENT competent to perform any roadwork's signing tasks. Refer to Clause 1.5 of MUTCD.
The contractor is to determine the appropriate procedure for incident management but 12. Local Traffic access should be maintained, or alternative access provided. No detouring is permitted
should not be limited to: unless approved by the Principal Representative. Where approved, when Local Traffic needs to be
• Call for assistance if required by incident detoured, affected residents should be notified in advance
• Notify the worksite supervisor immediately of any incident 13. A minimum of 3.0m shall be maintained with a 0.5m clearance to objects at all times. Traffic shall be
• Maintain effective traffic control (ie. Possible relocation of TC station clear of any held to allow safe passage of heavy vehicles around the works site where trafficable width of 3.5m can
danger) not be maintained.
• Record sufficient notes of the incident, including observations, in order to be able to 14. Queue lengths shall be monitored at regular intervals, at locations with increased queue lengths. The
complete an incident report form. setup shall be adjusted as per MUTCD Clause 4.7.8 to avoid end of queue collisions. In cases where the
queue length exceeds 200m, the work area shall be reduced to ease congestion.
RECORD KEEPING 15. Emergency and Unplanned Works shall be in accordance with Appendix H of the MUTCD Part 3, 2018,
version 7. For minor partial road closures in response to an incident, where two way traffic flow can be
Supervisory personnel shall keep daily records at a regular time period throughout the shift of maintained around / past the site a vehicle mounted warning device shall be placed to shadow the
the signage arrangements or construction Traffic Control Plan and should be kept in a diary closure as per Clause 3.12.1
or in a work sheet. Special attention should be given to recording the installation, alteration 16. In case of major partial closure where traffic movement is restricted to a single lane, a vehicle mounted
and removal of all regulatory signs and devices and weather. warning as above shall be implemented, along with Traffic Controllers, in accordance with Clause 4.10
of the MUTCD, Part 3, 2018, Version 7. Where full closure is required, the site shall be barricaded as per
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR PUBLIC TRANSPORT Clause 3.8.3, and traffic controllers and vehicle mounted warning device shall be in place in
1. Where possible it is preferable to work outside of the services hours so as not to disrupt accordance with Clause 4.10 and 3.12.1 of MUTCD, Part 3, 2018, Version 7
the services. 17. A 30m 50m Plant and Equipment parking zone shall be permitted after the approach safety buffer
2. Where works will interfere with public transport routes the contractor shall in the first and before the work zone. Where there is insufficient room to allow safe parking a site specific risk
instance liaise with the relevant authority to inform them of and seek approval for the assessment shall be conducted to determine the most suitable position for plant and equipment.
temporary relocation of the pickup/drop off points. Where alternative parking arrangements are made, and equipment is parked outside the closure a
3. The contractor shall supply additional traffic controllers to effectively and efficiently suitable vehicle movement plan must be designed.
manage the affected service to ensure minimal inconvenience. 18. Existing pedestrian access must be maintained at all times. Where access cannot be maintained
alternative provisions and signage shall be erected. A thorough Risk Assessment shall be conducted prior
RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM SPACING OF CONES AND BOLLARDS to selecting a method of control. The proposed arrangements shall be signed off by a TMD qualified
supervisor prior to installation.
PURPOSE AND USAGE SPEED LIMIT, KM/H RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM SPACING, M
* All puposes <50 4
* Centreline on approach to TC All cases 4
* Outer edge of traffic lanes 60 to 70 > 70 18 24
* Separating opposing traffic on 2 way road 60 to 70 > 70 12 18
* Separating opposing traffic on MUR 60 to 70 > 70 12 18
* Separating opposing traffic on 2 way road 60 to 70 > 70 12 18
* Adjacent to a closed lane on a MUR 60 to 70 > 70 18 24
* Merge Taper 60 to 70 > 70 9 12
* Lateral Shift Taper 60 to 70 > 70 9 12
* Protecting painted lines 60 to 70 > 70 24 60
* At crossovers All 2
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