Difference#
The following different definitions apply:
- Competent person
- Refer to Clause 1.3.2 of the Queensland MUTCD Part 3.
- May
- Indicates the existence of an option. Where the word 'may' is used, it indicates that use of the device is conditional, or optional. Usually, no specific requirement for design or application is intended.
- Must
- Is the same as a 'shall' requirement. Indicates that a statement is mandatory. Where certain requirements in the design or application of the device are described with the 'must' stipulation, it is mandatory that, when an installation is made, these requirements be met. See Queensland MUTCD Part 3 Clause 1.9 b) for guidance on variations to 'shall' requirements.
- Portable Traffic Control Device (PTCD)
- A traffic control device that either operates without the need for a traffic controller, or when operated in manual mode by a traffic controller, must be operated by using a handheld remote control (wireless or wired) and the traffic controller must be located a safe distance from traffic.
- Should
- Indicates a recommendation. Where the word 'should' is used, it is considered to be recommended use, but not mandatory. See Queensland MUTCD Part 3 Clause 1.9 a) for guidance on variations to 'should' recommendations.
- Traffic controller (TC)
- Refer to Clause 1.3.19 of the Queensland MUTCD Part 3.