What is the process and sign off for a TMP?
Once I’ve submitted my Traffic Management Plan (TMP) to Traffic Safe, what happens next?
How a TMP works
Creating a TMP document involves a meticulous process that considers various factors to guarantee the smooth flow of traffic while safeguarding those working on the road.
The process typically includes:
1. Risk assessment: Every project is unique, and a TMP starts with a comprehensive risk assessment of the site. This involves analysing the road layout, traffic patterns, identifying potential hazards by consultations, coordination and the cooperation of all stakeholders involved. This forms the foundation for designing appropriate traffic control measures and aligns with the new risk-based approach to temporary traffic management.
2. Planning: Based on the risk assessment, a tailored plan is developed. This plan includes designing traffic flow patterns, traffic control measures, selecting signage, barricades and equipment needed for the project, and well as planning for contingencies.
Once the plan is signed off (see the application process for this below) the plan can be enacted.
3. Implementation: Traffic control measures are set up according to the plan's specifications to ensure safe traffic flow and the protection of workers. This involves deploying the specified traffic control equipment, signage, and barricades, and ensuring the designated traffic routes are well-defined.
4. Monitoring: Continuous monitoring is essential and required to make real-time adjustments as conditions change. This step ensures that the plan is effective and responsive throughout the project's duration.
All TMP’s are done using the New Zealand Guide to Traffic Management (NZGTTM) Risk-Based Guide.
Application process
If you plan to use a TMP, you need to submit a Corridor Access Request.
All Corridor Access Requests (CARs) must be accompanied by a TMP.
TMP’s must be designed by a qualified traffic management provider and the provider will normally take care of submitting the CAR on your behalf.
Once approved, a TMP will form part of a Works Approval Permit (WAP).
A WAP also contains:
• TMP conditions - this is a normally standard list of conditions that the works being undertaken must adhere to and follow.
• Besides the standard conditions listed for each approval, variations in the conditions are found in each approval based on agreements with all parties involved and site-specific restrictions that may apply (eg. time restrictions due to proximity to a school).
• Any supporting emails/documentation related to the activity and approvals (such as extensions to the approved dates/times).
All the documents must be carried at all times on any work site.
Traffic Safe’s experience team are here to guide you through each stage of this process and answer any questions you may have.
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