Australia Traffic Management Plan Checklist (AS 1742)

This traffic management plan checklist ensures compliance with AS 1742.3 (Manual of uniform traffic control devices - Traffic control for works on roads), WHS Regulations, SafeWork Australia guidance on traffic management, and state/territory road authority requirements.

Industry: Construction
Frequency: Daily / Before work commences
Estimated Time: 15-25 minutes
Role: Traffic Controller / Site Supervisor / WHS Officer
Total Items: 28
Compliance: AS 1742.3, WHS Regulations 2011, SafeWork Australia Traffic Management, State Road Authority Requirements

TMP Documentation & Approvals

Traffic management plan documentation per AS 1742.3.

Traffic Management Plan current and approved?
Road authority approval obtained (if public road)?
TMP available on site for reference?
Traffic controllers hold current accreditation?
All workers briefed on traffic management requirements?

Signage & Delineation

Traffic signs and delineation per AS 1742.3.

All signs AS 1742 compliant and correctly positioned?
Signs clean, visible, and not obscured?
Speed restriction signs in place?
Advance warning signs positioned correctly?
Cones, barriers, and delineation devices in place per TMP?

Pedestrian & Vehicle Separation

Pedestrian separation and protection measures.

Designated pedestrian paths separated from vehicles?
Physical barriers between pedestrians and plant/vehicles?
Controlled pedestrian crossing points established?
High-visibility clothing required for all in traffic areas?

Vehicle & Plant Management

Vehicle and plant movement controls.

Speed limits posted and enforced?
One-way traffic systems implemented where needed?
Reversing minimised or controlled (spotters)?
Designated parking areas for vehicles?
Loading/unloading zones designated and controlled?

Night & Low Visibility Operations

Additional controls for reduced visibility conditions.

Adequate lighting for traffic areas (night work)?
Reflective delineation devices in place?
Flashing warning lights operational?
Enhanced visibility PPE for night work?

Emergency Vehicle Access

Emergency vehicle access and response.

Emergency vehicle access maintained at all times?
Emergency vehicle route identified in TMP?
Emergency services contact information posted?
Traffic incident procedure documented?
Additional observations