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MONITOR TRAFFIC
GUIDANCE SCHEME
RIIWHS302D
IMPLEMENT TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLAN
3.1 MONITOR TRAFFIC FLOW AND DETERMINE
EFFECTIVENESS OF THE TRAFFIC GUIDANCE SYSTEM
When the Traffic Guidance Scheme has been implemented, i.e. the erection of the
signs and devices is completed and the condition of devices has been checked, a
functional inspection should be carried out before and after opening to traffic.
As the works progress and the requirements of the Traffic Guidance Scheme
change, further monitoring should be undertaken to ensure that the plan is operating
as effectively as possible.
Situations may arise, for example due to changing traffic or weather conditions or
unexpected delays, that require changes to the Traffic Guidance Scheme in order to
maintain its effectiveness.
3.1.2 DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES
Before making any changes, you and appropriate members of the traffic control
team should adopt a basic diagnostic process of:
3.1.2 DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES
Requirements and procedures for making any changes will be outlined in the Traffic
Management Plan and these should be followed at all times.
You will be required to warn the workers ahead, using your two-way radio, mobile
phone, hand signals or other approved communication method.
3.4 DEAL WITH TRAFFIC OFFENCES
When undertaking works on a road, records of the traffic management plan and any
written authorisation for the erection of certain traffic control devices must be kept
by the person responsible for the works (e.g. the contractor or works manager).
As the person responsible for implementing the Traffic Management Plan, you are
required to keep daily records of the Traffic Guidance Scheme in a diary or in work
sheets.
These records must then be submitted to the works manager or other relevant
personnel/workers in charge of the site.
3.7 RECORD TRAFFIC GUIDANCE SCHEME DETAILS
The work area should be cleared in accordance with the project environmental
management plan.
All tools and equipment should be cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in
accordance with manufacturers' recommendations and standard work practices.
3.10 CHECK, MAINTAIN AND STORE TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT