Traffic Management

Course Description:

This Traffic Controller course focuses on the setup of traffic management signs and devices, and the responsibilities of safely controlling traffic using a Stop/Slow Bat to ensure the safety of site workers and the general public.  

This will enable the participant to setup signs and devices according to Traffic Management plans and direct traffic using a Stop/Slow bat. To work as traffic controller, the applicant should also have a construction induction (white card).  

Course Outline:

The course content contains but is not limited to the following components.

• Legislation, site requirements and procedures

• Site and equipment safety requirements

• Traffic controlling

• Implementing traffic management plans

• Traffic control signage and barricades

• Radio operations

• Equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

• Operational and maintenance procedures for equipment

• Site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities

• Affects of travel speed and vehicle mass on stopping distances

• Safe work method statement, SWMS