2Developing a traffic management plan (TMP):#
Developing a TMP helps to communicate how risks are being managed at a workplace. It should include:
- designated travel paths for vehicles including entries/exits, haul routes, loading zones and car parks
- pedestrian routes and crossings
- illustration of the site layout to identifying key items (e.g. barriers, walkways, signs)
- the roles and responsibilities of various people relating to traffic management.
Below is a snapshot of the items within this section assessed by inspectors. The results show the average score for workplaces in each industry category.
| PCBU has a documents TMP | TMP includes a sketch/illustration of the workplace | TMP shows routes for pedestrians and vehicle movements | TMP is communicated to all workers, contractors and visitors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.866 | 1.894 | 1.884 | 1.801 |
| 1.541 | 1.582 | 1.479 | 1.456 |
| 1.279 | 1.236 | 1.333 | 1.327 |
Table in words
- For PCBU has a documents TMP, the average score is 1.866 for Industrial, 1.894 for Construction and 1.884 for Agriculture.
- For TMP includes a sketch/illustration of the workplace, the average score is 1.801 for Industrial, 1.541 for Construction and 1.582 for Agriculture.
- For TMP shows routes for pedestrians and vehicle movements, the average score is 1.479 for Industrial, 1.456 for Construction and 1.279 for Agriculture.
- For TMP is communicated to all workers, contractors and visitors, the average score is 1.236 for Industrial, 1.333 for Construction and 1.327 for Agriculture.
The average ratings for section two were 1.44, 1.82 and 1.25 for the industrial, construction and agriculture industry categories respectively. The item with the lowest level of implementation across all industries was ‘outlining how short term, mobile work or complex traffic situations are managed’ (59 per cent). These types of situations lead to unexpected conditions that can contribute to traffic incidents, so documenting how they will be managed is important.
Inspectors identified that the most effective traffic management plans were simple, easily understood by workers, contained pictures and diagrams, and were reviewed regularly to ensure they remained up-to-date.
Safe Work Australia has developed a Guide for workplace traffic management that can assist with managing traffic risks and developing a TMP in your workplace.
