2Roles and responsibilities#

2.1Event Organiser#

The Event Organiser is the holder of a Special Event Permit. The Special Event Permit holder may only engage ETMs where a TGS for the permitted event specifies the use of ETMs to control traffic. The Event Organiser shall ensure that individuals seeking engagement as ETMs:

  • are volunteers
  • have provided proof of identity
  • are at least 18 years of age
  • have obtained proof of successful completion of the online ETM Training Program by requesting a copy of their Certificate of Completion (dated within a three-month period preceding the event), or, as an alternative, the individual provides documentary evidence of having been engaged as an ETM for a special event within the last 12 months
  • are physically fit to perform an ETM role
  • understand assigned activities, designated locations and the general event traffic arrangements prior to commencing duties (as outlined by the event Traffic Management Plan (TMP) and TGS), and are able to perform their duties adequately and safely
  • understand any emergency protocols specific to the event
  • have acknowledged their understanding of their duties as an ETM
  • are issued with a Notice of Engagement and a copy of the event TGS have recorded their details in the Event Organiser’s sign-on register

have recorded their details in the Event Organiser’s sign-on register are provided with appropriate equipment to undertake their duties, including a vest that complies with this Approved Procedure; other personal protective equipment (PPE) as required; STOP / SLOW bats; and Traffic Controller Ahead / PREPARE TO STOP signs.

The Notice of Engagement issued by the Event Organiser must include all text contained in the pro forma provided by Transport and Main Roads (a pro forma ETM Notice of Engagement is available on the department’s website).

During the event, the Event Organiser shall ensure that:

  • ETMs are provided with the requisite break periods
  • details of any traffic incidents that occur while ETMs are undertaking activities are recorded.

The Event Organiser shall maintain records of individuals that have been engaged as ETMs in accordance with the Limitations of Actions Act 1974, for actions associated with personal injury (and as long as required for any claims to be resolved).

2.2Traffic Management Designer#

The TMD is a competent person (as defined by the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) Part 3 Works on Roads) who is appropriately qualified to prepare TMPs and TGSs.

The Traffic Management Designer is responsible for:

  • development of the event TMP and TGS
  • determination of locations which are suitable low-risk road environments for the use of ETMs to undertake traffic control duties
  • nomination of ETM locations and device locations on the event TGS
  • provision of any additional instructions that are specific to ETM duties.

Guidance for TMDs on the identification of low-risk road environments suitable for ETMs is available on the Transport and Main Roads website.

2.3Event Traffic Marshal#

An ETM is an individual who provides assistance in a volunteer capacity; and has a temporary delegated legal authority to undertake basic traffic control duties in low-risk road environments during a special event. An ETM must control traffic in accordance with this Approved Procedure.

The authority to control traffic is only for the specific event (and period of time) stated on the Special Event Permit held by the Event Organiser.

In performing the role, ETMs are expected to:

  • manage traffic around the event in a safe, efficient and professional manner to minimise disruption of road users and event participants
  • undertake their duties only in accordance with this Approved Procedure
  • take appropriate steps in responding to incidents and emergencies.

Unlike ETMs, accredited Traffic Controllers and Police officers have authority to perform traffic control at locations that are higher-risk environments, or involve more complex arrangements.

2.4Accredited Traffic Controller#

An accredited Traffic Controller is an industry professional who has completed an approved training course; met strict accreditation pre-requisites, and is authorised to control traffic under the Accreditation Regulation. The authorisation is applicable to all Queensland roads.

An accredited Traffic Controller can undertake traffic control duties at any locations assigned to an ETM on the TGS. In such cases, the accredited Traffic Controller shall perform traffic control functions in accordance with the Traffic Controller Accreditation Scheme Approved Procedure (TCASAP), and not this Approved Procedure.

Information about the Traffic Controller Accreditation Scheme can be found at: https://www.tmr.qld.gov.au/business-industry/Accreditations/Traffic-Controller-Accreditation-Scheme.

Source: ETM Approved Procedure · pages 5–7 Open PDF at this page Search this document