Appendix CSupplementary list of temporary roadworks signs (normative)#
C.1Supplementary list of temporary roadworks signs approved for use in Queensland#
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This Appendix describes the use of signs for special situations at temporary roadworks. Further details of the design of the signs may be obtained from the Traffic Engineering Team (TrafficEngineering.Support@tmr.qld.gov.au) at the Department of Transport and Main Roads, Brisbane. Table C.1 lists the temporary roadworks signs approved for use in Queensland.
Table C.1List of temporary roadworks signs approved for use in Queensland#
Table C.1 — List of temporary roadworks signs approved for use in Queensland
| Sign | Sign number | Size (mm) | Figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROADWORK AHEAD | T1-Q06 | 600 x 900 | This sign shall only be used on narrow medians and shoulders where the standard T1-1 or T1-31 ROAD WORK AHEAD signs would not fit and be an obstruction to traffic. | |
| ROADWORK ON SIDE ROAD (ARROW) | T1-Q07 | 900 x 600 | This sign may be used in advance of a four-way intersection where work is being carried out on a side road, there is insufficient distance to provide appropriate signing of the work on the side road and it is desired to indicate which side road is subject to roadworks. The sign is used in lieu of the ROADWORK ON SIDE ROAD (T1-25) sign in this case. |
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- The sign ROADWORK AHEAD has sign number T1-Q06 and size 600 x 900 mm; this sign shall only be used on narrow medians and shoulders where the standard T1-1 or T1-31 ROAD WORK AHEAD signs would not fit and be an obstruction to traffic.
- The sign ROADWORK ON SIDE ROAD (ARROW) has sign number T1-Q07 and size 900 x 600 mm; this sign may be used in advance of a four-way intersection where work is being carried out on a side road, there is insufficient distance to provide appropriate signing of the work on the side road and it is desired to indicate which side road is subject to roadworks.
- The sign ROADWORK ON SIDE ROAD (ARROW) is used in lieu of the ROADWORK ON SIDE ROAD (T1-25) sign in this case.
Table C.1 — List of temporary roadworks signs approved for use in Queensland
| Sign | Sign number | Size (mm) | Figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LINE MARKERS ON ROAD | T1-Q08A T1-Q08B T1-Q08C | 900 x 600 1500 x 600 1800 x 600 | This sign may be used in lieu of the Workers (symbolic) (T1-5) sign to warn approaching traffic that line markers are working on the road ahead. This sign is used in addition to, not to replace, other temporary signs. | |
| MOBILE LINE MARKING AHEAD | T1-Q09 | 900 x 600 | This sign may be used to warn approaching traffic that line marking machines are working on the road ahead. It may be mounted on a job support vehicle travelling behind or ahead of the line marking machine, in which case a panel of chevrons is incorporated into the sign, or an illuminated flashing arrow sign used with the sign, to indicate the side of the vehicle to which traffic should pass. | |
| Mowing (symbolic) | T1-Q10 | 900 x 600 | This sign may be used in lieu of the ROAD PLANT AHEAD (T1-3) sign at frequently-changing work areas where grass mowing is being carried out. |
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- The sign LINE MARKERS ON ROAD has sign numbers T1-Q08A, T1-Q08B and T1-Q08C and sizes 900 x 600 mm, 1500 x 600 mm and 1800 x 600 mm; this sign may be used in lieu of the Workers (symbolic) (T1-5) sign to warn approaching traffic that line markers are working on the road ahead.
- The sign LINE MARKERS ON ROAD is used in addition to, not to replace, other temporary signs.
- The sign MOBILE LINE MARKING AHEAD has sign number T1-Q09 and size 900 x 600 mm; this sign may be used to warn approaching traffic that line marking machines are working on the road ahead.
- The sign MOBILE LINE MARKING AHEAD may be mounted on a job support vehicle travelling behind or ahead of the line marking machine, in which case a panel of chevrons is incorporated into the sign, or an illuminated flashing arrow sign used with the sign, to indicate the side of the vehicle to which traffic should pass.
- The sign Mowing (symbolic) has sign number T1-Q10 and size 900 x 600 mm; this sign may be used in lieu of the ROAD PLANT AHEAD (T1-3) sign at frequently-changing work areas where grass mowing is being carried out.
Table C.1 — List of temporary roadworks signs approved for use in Queensland
| Sign | Sign number | Size (mm) | Figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LANE STATUS | T2-Q07 | 2230 x 900 | This sign is used where one or more lanes are closed on a four-lane roadway. It gives only advance warning of the lane closure and is used in conjunction with appropriate roadwork signing for the roadworks site. | |
| WET PAINT (L / R) | T6-Q08A T6-Q08B | 1200 x 600 1800 x 750 | This sign is used as required to protect freshly-painted pavement markings while paint is drying. It may be used on intermediate vehicles in a mobile line marking convoy. LINEMARKING (T6-Q06) sign is required on leading and trailing vehicles. When the vehicle is equipped with an illuminated flashing arrow sign, the chevron panel is not required. | |
| Traffic Signal NOT IN USE | T3-Q02 | 300 x 900 | This sign is erected over lanterns at a new traffic signal installation prior to commencement of normal operation. |
Table in words
- The sign LANE STATUS has sign number T2-Q07 and size 2230 x 900 mm; this sign is used where one or more lanes are closed on a four-lane roadway.
- The sign LANE STATUS gives only advance warning of the lane closure and is used in conjunction with appropriate roadwork signing for the roadworks site.
- The sign WET PAINT (L / R) has sign numbers T6-Q08A and T6-Q08B and sizes 1200 x 600 mm and 1800 x 750 mm; this sign is used as required to protect freshly-painted pavement markings while paint is drying.
- The sign WET PAINT (L / R) may be used on intermediate vehicles in a mobile line marking convoy.
- The LINEMARKING (T6-Q06) sign is required on leading and trailing vehicles.
- When the vehicle is equipped with an illuminated flashing arrow sign, the chevron panel is not required.
- The sign Traffic Signal NOT IN USE has sign number T3-Q02 and size 300 x 900 mm; this sign is erected over lanterns at a new traffic signal installation prior to commencement of normal operation.
Table C.1 — List of temporary roadworks signs approved for use in Queensland
| Sign | Sign number | Size (mm) | Figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIGNALS UNDER REPAIR | T3-Q03 | 1200 x 700 | This sign is erected where it is desired to advise approaching traffic that the signals are not operating and are under repair. | |
| ROADWORKS NEXT … km … TO … EXPECT DELAYS | T1-Q19 | 1800 x 1800 | This sign is erected prior to the commencement of roadworks to inform road users of impending works and expected delays. | |
| KEEP LEFT | R2-3-Q01 | 250 x 1200 | This sign may be used with the four traffic cones on the centre line in advance of a traffic control station in lieu of T5-7 (Temporary Hazard marker) or at other locations where the KEEP LEFT message is required. It is designed to be mounted in 'weighted' temporary plastic or rubber support as per the T5-7 Temporary Hazard marker. | |
| TURN ON HAZARD LIGHTS WHEN QUEUED | TC1992 1A _ TC1992 1B _ | 900 x 600 1200 x 900 | Refer to TC sign notes. | |
| TURN OFF HAZARD LIGHTS | TC1992 2A _ TC1992 2B _ | 900 x 600 1200 x 900 | Refer to TC sign notes. |
| Sign | Sign number | Size (mm) | Figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPEED CAMERAS USED AT ROADWORKS FOR ROAD SAFETY | TC2320 1 _ | 2200 x 1600 | Refer to TC sign notes and QGTTM Part 3 Section 5.5.4. | |
| Orange Target Board to the standard Speed Restriction sign (R4-1) with a ROAD WORK supplementary plate (R4-3). | TC2366A TC2366B TC2366C | 600 x 1050 800 x 1400 1200 x 2100 | A fluorescent orange border may be added to the standard sign and supplementary plate combination (example below). |
| Sign | Sign number | Size (mm) | Figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orange Target Board to the standard Speed Limit AHEAD sign (G9-79) with a ROAD WORK supplementary plate (R4-3). | TC2367A TC2367B TC2367C | 600 x 1200 800 x 1600 1200 x 2400 | A fluorescent orange border may be added to the standard sign and supplementary plate combination (example below). |






