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CONSTRUCTION TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT and SAFETY PLAN

Pacific Highway Upgrade –

Tintenbar to Ewingsdale Project Client: Roads & Maritime Services Document Number: PLAN-TM-001

4.1 29-Oct-12 For publication

Rev # Date Description of Change

Construction Traffic Management and Safety Plan Pacific Highway Upgrade – Tintenbar to Ewingsdale

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Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................ 1 1.1 The Approved Project ...........................................................................................................................................1 1.2 Purpose Of Plan ....................................................................................................................................................3 1.3 Scope ....................................................................................................................................................................3 1.4 Plan Relationship ...................................................................................................................................................5 1.5 Plan Review ...........................................................................................................................................................6 1.6 Project Details .......................................................................................................................................................7 1.6.1 Program ................................................................................................................................................................7 1.6.2 Construction Hours Of Operation .........................................................................................................................7 1.6.3 Blasting Hours Of Operation .................................................................................................................................7 2. TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT OBJECTIVES AND TARGETS ............................................................................... 8 3. RISK MANAGEMENT ................................................................................................................................. 9 4. ORGANISATION, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES .................................................................................... 10 4.1 Project Management Overview ........................................................................................................................... 10 4.2 Position Descriptions ........................................................................................................................................... 10 4.3 Traffic Management Roles And Responsibilities .................................................................................................. 10 4.4 Resource Management........................................................................................................................................ 13 5. CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES AND IMPACTS ............................................................................................ 13 5.1 Construction Traffic Staging ................................................................................................................................ 14 5.2 Construction Site Offices .................................................................................................................................... 17 5.3 Material Haulage Operations .............................................................................................................................. 19 5.4 Construction Access Points ................................................................................................................................. 22 5.5 Road Network ..................................................................................................................................................... 25 5.6 Impacts ............................................................................................................................................................... 26 5.6.1 Property Access .................................................................................................................................................. 26 5.6.2 Public Transport .................................................................................................................................................. 26 5.6.3 Local Road Network ............................................................................................................................................ 26 6. TRAFFIC ANALYSIS AND TRAFFIC CONTROL OPERATIONS ..................................................................... 28 7. TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PROCESSES ..................................................................................................... 29 7.1 Site Specific Construction Traffic Management Sub-Plans ................................................................................... 29 7.2 Construction Staging Drawings ........................................................................................................................... 29 7.3 Temporary Works Drawings ................................................................................................................................ 30 7.4 Traffic Control Plans ............................................................................................................................................ 30 7.5 Vehicle Movement Plans ..................................................................................................................................... 30 7.6 Traffic Instructions ............................................................................................................................................... 30 7.7 Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) .............................................................................................................. 30 8. ROAD USER DELAY MANAGEMENT ........................................................................................................ 31 9. CONSTRUCTION VEHICLE MANAGEMENT .............................................................................................. 33 9.1 Driver Responsibilities ......................................................................................................................................... 33 9.2 Types of Vehicles ................................................................................................................................................ 33 9.3 Hazardous Movements ........................................................................................................................................ 33 9.4 Planning Vehicle Movements ............................................................................................................................... 34 9.5 On-Site Construction Vehicle Movements ........................................................................................................... 35 9.6 Road Network Construction Vehicle Movements ................................................................................................ 35 9.7 Construction Access Points ................................................................................................................................. 35 9.8 Implementation Of Traffic Controls ..................................................................................................................... 36 9.9 Environmental Controls ....................................................................................................................................... 36 9.10 Monitoring .......................................................................................................................................................... 37 10. SAFETY AND AMENITY OF ROAD USERS ................................................................................................ 38 10.1 Management of Pedestrians ................................................................................................................................ 38 10.2 Management of Cyclists ...................................................................................................................................... 38 10.3 Management of Heavy Vehicle Access ................................................................................................................ 39 11. ROAD OCCUPANCY APPROVALS ............................................................................................................ 40 11.1 Road Occupancy On Local Roads ........................................................................................................................ 40 11.2 Rms Road Occupancy Licensing .......................................................................................................................... 40 11.3 Rms ROL Submission Procedure.......................................................................................................................... 41 11.4 Extensions To ROL Period Of Operation ............................................................................................................. 41 11.5 ROL Conditions ................................................................................................................................................... 41 11.6 Authorisation Limitations .................................................................................................................................... 41 12. ROADWORK SPEED LIMITS ..................................................................................................................... 42 12.1 Determining The Need For A Roadwork Speed Zone ......................................................................................... 42 12.2 Submission Procedure ......................................................................................................................................... 42


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12.3 Extensions to SZA period of operation ............................................................................................................... 42 12.4 Speed zone Authorisation conditions .................................................................................................................. 43 12.5 Authorisation Limitations .................................................................................................................................... 43 13. TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNS AND DEVICES ................................................................................................ 44 13.1 Traffic Control Devices ........................................................................................................................................ 44 13.1.1 safety Barriers ..................................................................................................................................................... 44 13.1.2 Pavement Markings and Signs ............................................................................................................................. 44 13.1.3 Portable Variable Message Signs ........................................................................................................................ 44 13.1.4 Radar Activated Speed Signs .............................................................................................................................. 45 13.1.5 Flashing Arrows Signs ......................................................................................................................................... 45 13.1.6 Portable Traffic Signals ........................................................................................................................................ 45 13.2 Signage Requirements ........................................................................................................................................ 46 14. TRAFFIC CONTROL PLANS ...................................................................................................................... 47 14.1 Traffic Control Plan Design Process..................................................................................................................... 47 14.2 Types Of Traffic Control Plans ............................................................................................................................. 47 14.3 Site Inspections ................................................................................................................................................... 47 15. TRAFFIC CONTROL INSPECTIONS ........................................................................................................... 48 15.1 Inspection Frequency And Responsibilities ......................................................................................................... 48 16. TRAFFIC CONTROL ROAD SAFETY AUDITS ............................................................................................. 49 16.1 Audit Methodology ............................................................................................................................................. 49 17. TEMPORARY WORKS .............................................................................................................................. 50 17.1 Temporary Roadways .......................................................................................................................................... 50 17.2 Design Standards ................................................................................................................................................ 50 17.3 Temporary Lighting ............................................................................................................................................. 50 17.4 Opening Temporary Roadways And Detours ...................................................................................................... 51 17.5 Road Safety Audit Of Temporary Roadways Or Detours ..................................................................................... 51 17.6 Removal Of Temporary Roadways And Detours.................................................................................................. 51 18. MANAGEMENT OF UNPLANNED INCIDENTS .......................................................................................... 52 18.1 Management Of Emergencies In NSW ................................................................................................................ 52 18.2 Roads And Maritime Services (RMS) Responsibilities ........................................................................................... 52 18.3 Baulderstone Roles And Responsibilities ............................................................................................................. 53 18.4 Management Of Unplanned Incidents ................................................................................................................. 53 18.5 On-site Traffic Control Resources ........................................................................................................................ 53 18.6 Traffic Control ..................................................................................................................................................... 54 18.7 Variable Message Signs ....................................................................................................................................... 54 19. MANAGEMENT OF SPECIAL EVENTS ...................................................................................................... 56 19.1 Key Guideline ...................................................................................................................................................... 56 19.2 Responsibilities For Special Events ...................................................................................................................... 56 19.3 Classes Of Special Events.................................................................................................................................... 56 19.4 The Role Of Baulderstone ................................................................................................................................... 56 20. TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT COMMUNICATIONS AND STAKEHOLDER INVOLVEMENT ................................ 57 21. MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................................................... 58 22. REPORTING ............................................................................................................................................ 61 22.1 Information To Be Reported ................................................................................................................................ 61 Appendices

Appendix 1 – Construction Programme Appendix 2 – Traffic Risk Workshop Agenda, Presentation, Minutes Appendix 3 – Traffic Risk Management Plan Appendix 4 – Traffic Control Sub-contractor SWMS Appendix 5 – Organisation Chart Appendix 6 – Traffic Control Personnel Appendix 7 – Construction Staging Drawings Appendix 8 – Property Access Drawings Appendix 9 – Site Office Layout Drawings Appendix 10 – Site Establishment Drawings Appendix 11 – Bus Routes and Timetables Appendix 12 – Traffic Data


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GLOSSARY

CEMP Construction Environmental Management Plan

CIP Community Involvement Plan

CNVMSP Construction Noise and Vibration Management Sub-Plan

CTMSP Construction Traffic Management and Safety Plan

FAS Flashing Arrow Signs

IPWEA Institute of Public Works Engineering Australia

MCoA Minister’s Condition of Approval

NB North bound

PTS Potable Traffic Signals

RMS Roads and Maritime Service (formerly RTA)

ROLs Road Opening Licences

SB South bound

SSCTMSP Site specific construction traffic management sub-plan

SWMS Safe Work Method Statement

SWTC Scope of Works and Technical Criteria

SZAs Speed Zone Authorisations

T2E Pacific Highway Upgrade Project – Tintenbar to Ewingsdale

TCP Traffic Control Plan

TCWS Traffic Control at Work Sites Manual

TMC-NR Transport Management Centre - Grafton

TMC-NSW Transport Management Centre - Sydney

VMP Vehicle Movement Plan

VMS Variable message Signs


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1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 THE APPROVED PROJECT

The upgrade of the Pacific Highway between Tintenbar and Ewingsdale is part of the Pacific Highway Upgrade Program, being implemented by NSW Roads and Maritime Services (RMS). The upgrade is an important part of the Pacific Highway Upgrade Program as on its completion, the Pacific Highway will be dual carriageway from Ballina to the Queensland border. The Tintenbar to Ewingsdale Project (the Project) will deliver safer driving conditions and improve the Pacific Highway’s capacity to move people and freight between capital cities. The total Project cost is $862 million and is jointly funded by the NSW State and federal governments.

The Project site is located approximately 10 kilometres to the north of Ballina. The Project involves the construction of approximately 16.3 kilometres of highway from Ross Lane at Tintenbar and extends north to the existing Ewingsdale interchange, near the settlement of Ewingsdale. At Ross Lane, the upgrade alignment will connect to the northern end of the recently completed Ballina Bypass. Generally the alignment will be in close proximity to the existing highway corridor from Ross Lane to the Bangalow Bypass. The existing highway will be maintained for local and regional traffic.

From Bangalow, the upgrade alignment will diverge to the northeast through Tinderbox valley. From there, the upgrade alignment will avoid the steep grades of St Helena Hill by way of a tunnel approximately 434 metres long and 45 metres below the ridge line. North of the tunnel, the alignment will be located immediately to the east of the existing highway before tying into the Ewingsdale interchange.

Key components of the approved Project include:

• Four-lane divided carriageways (two lanes each way), with a wide median allowing for the future addition of a third lane in each direction.

• Connection to the northern end of the completed Ballina Bypass at the Ross Lane interchange. A new northbound on-ramp and a new southbound off-ramp would be provided. The remainder of this interchange will be constructed as part of the Ballina Bypass project.

• Upgrading of the existing Ewingsdale interchange to provide full access between the modified local and regional road network and the highway.

• A half interchange at Bangalow. South-facing ramps would provide access between the local road network, including to Bangalow and Lismore, and the proposed upgrade to the south. This arrangement would replicate the arrangement with the existing Bangalow Bypass which also has south-facing ramps only.

• Six twin bridges and four underpasses allowing roads and creeks to pass underneath the proposed upgrade. These would include twin bridges above Byron, Emigrant and Skinners Creeks and the existing Casino-Murwillumbah railway on the northern side of Byron Creek.

• Two bridges carrying local roads over the proposed upgrade, one for Broken Head Road and one approximately 500 metres north of Lawlers Lane providing access to several properties east of the upgrade. Protection screens would be provided on both bridges.

• Twin parallel tunnels under St Helena ridge (one tunnel for each carriageway). The tunnels would each be approximately 434 metres long and approximately 45 metres below St Helena Road.

• Retention of the existing highway as a continuous road for local and regional traffic.

• Installation of signage providing clear directions for traffic at the Ross lane, Bangalow and Ewingsdale interchanges.

• Relocation of a number of public utilities and services.

Figure 1 provides an overview of the Project location.



Figure 1 Project Overview



1.2 PURPOSE OF PLAN

The Traffic Management and Safety Plan TMP describes how Baulderstone proposes to safely manage vehicular, cyclists and pedestrian traffic during the design, construction and maintenance phases of the T2E project.

Baulderstone acknowledges the effective management of traffic and the safety of road users is paramount to the successful implementation of day-to-day activities during the construction and maintenance phases of this project. The CTMSP seeks to ensure the certainty of the delivery of the prescribed road user requirements including the provision of a safe road environment, minimising impacts on the road network and maintaining access for all road users and the local community.

The CTMSP has been prepared as a requirement of, and in accordance with Minister’s Condition of Approval (MCoA) No. 6.5(a).

1.3 SCOPE

The CTMSP describes the approach and procedures to be adopted to comply with the requirements of the following principal project documents listed below:

• The Design & Construct Project Deed;

• The Scope of Works and Technical Criteria including environmental requirements and road occupancy requirements; and

• The RMS Design & Construct G10 Traffic Management Specification.

In addition, the requirements of the following documents shall be satisfied:

• Relevant Australian Standards for traffic management practices;

• The RMS Traffic Control at Worksites Manual;

• AUSTROADS Road Safety Audit Guide (2nd Edition) 2002;

• AUSTROADS Guide to Traffic Management 2009 – Parts 1- 13;

• AUSTROADS Guide to Road Design 2009 – Parts 1- 7;

• AUSTROADS Guide to Road Safety 2009 – Parts 1- 9;

• RMS Delineation Manual March 2008;

• RMS Interim Guide to Signs and Markings;

• RMS Road Safety Audit Technical Direction TD2003/RS03, Version 2 – August 2005;

• RMS Road Occupancy Manual;

• RMS Road Design Guide;

• RMS Regulatory Signs Guide;

• RMS VMS Policy - Technical Directions TDT 2002/11 and TDT2005/02A;

• RMS equipment specification P3074A;

• RMS equipment specification FAS/4;

• RMS equipment specification PTS/3;

• Relevant RMS Technical Directions and Guide updates;

• Pacific Highway Road User Delay Management Strategy; and

• Project policies and procedures.

The traffic management and road safety principles, strategies and measures detailed in this plan will also address the requirements of relevant key authorities and stakeholders.



The strategies identified in this CTMSP will specifically address the following:

• Traffic management objectives and targets;

• Risk Management;

• Potential road network impacts;

• Organisation, roles and responsibilities;

• Traffic Management processes;

• The implementation of traffic management controls and measures to be applied;

• Conducting traffic control inspections, audits and monitoring;

• Identify the traffic management key stakeholders and the communications process; and

• Reporting.



1.4 PLAN RELATIONSHIP

This CTMSP operates as the master document in a set of plans, drawings and instructions dealing with the safe and effective management of traffic during the design, construction and maintenance phases of the project. The CTMSP also interfaces with other associated plans produced as part of the overall Project Management System.

The following documents and associated operational procedures are integrated with and are referenced from the CTMSP:

• Site Specific Construction Traffic Management Sub- Plan(s)(SSCTMSP);

• Construction Staging Drawing(s);

• Temporary Works Drawing(s);

• Traffic Control Plans (TCPs);

• Vehicle Movement Plans (VMPs);

• Traffic instructions, and

• Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS).

The relationship between the CTMSP and the related project management documents is shown in the diagram below.

Traffic Management Plan

RMS Northern

Region Incident Response Manual

Site Specific Construction Traffic Management

Sub- Plan(s) (Work site and bridge site areas, other specific activities including maintenance)

Traffic Control Plan(s)

Construction Staging

Drawings

Project Emergency Response

Plan

RMS Pacific Highway

Road User Delay Management Strategy

Project Safety Plan

Construction Environment

Management Plan

Temporary Works

Drawings

Safe Work Method Statements

Traffic Instructions/Tool Box Notices/Workshops/Induction

Information

Community Involvement

Plan



1.5 PLAN REVIEW

The CTMSP is a sub plan of the Construction Environment Management Plan (CEMP) and the review and document control processes for this plan are detailed in Section 2.8 of the CEMP. The Traffic Manager is responsible for the review and update of this sub plan in accordance with the process described in the CEMP.

The CTMSP will be reviewed at least every 3 months by the Traffic Manager to confirm its appropriateness and effectiveness for managing the traffic impacts of the specific works occurring on site. In addition to this process, an adaptive management process will be applied whereby the CTMSP will be regularly reviewed and updated to address:

• Changes required as a result of feedback from stakeholders;

• Changes in the design and construction process that materially affects the Traffic Management Plan;

• The need to prevent the reoccurrence of any compromise of safety of road users, the public or the road workers;

• Changes identified by the continuous improvements process;

• Changes in design or construction sequence, staging, methodology or re-sourcing;

• Progress of the design and construction works;

• Changes in access to the Project Site;

• Changes in risks or evidence that the risk assessment is no longer valid;

• Following any adverse inspection/audit findings;

• Changes as sections of works are completed and maintenance period commences; and

• Changes as directed by the Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) representative as required.

When reviewing and amending the CTMSP, the Traffic Manager will apply the following procedure:

• Conduct a formal investigation of the specific matter / request for amendment.

• Consult with the relevant stakeholders and develop an appropriate solution / mitigation measure.

• Prepare the necessary amendments to the CTMSP.

• Forward the amendments to the relevant stakeholders for review and comment.

• Review stakeholder feedback, and where necessary revise amendments and conduct further consultation.

• Finalise the CTMSP amendments.

• Distribute revised CTMSP (controlled copies) to all stakeholders, as per the CTMSP distribution list.

• Hold internal, and where necessary external, information sessions detailing the CTMSP amendments and any specific mitigation measures.

• Apply the amendments and specific mitigation measures on the Project.

• Monitor the outcomes resulting from the changes and conduct further revisions as necessary.

The relevant transport stakeholders include the RTA’s Representatives, the Project Verifier, Byron Shire Council, Ballina Shire Council, emergency service agencies, transport associations and Department of Planning and Infrastructure.



1.6 PROJECT DETAILS

1.6.1 PROGRAM

It is anticipated Commencement of construction of T2E will start in April 2012 and, weather permitting, be completed by mid-2014. The construction program is detailed in Appendix 1 of this plan.

1.6.2 CONSTRUCTION HOURS OF OPERATION

In accordance with MCoA No.2.12, construction activities associated with the project shall only be undertaken during the following hours:

• 7:00am to 6:00pm Monday to Fridays, inclusive;

• 8:00am to 1:00pm on Saturdays; and

• At no time on Sundays or public holidays.

This condition does not apply to:

• any works that do not cause construction noise to be audible at any sensitive receiver; or

• for delivery of materials required outside these hours by Police or other authorities for safety reasons; or

• where it is required in an emergency to avoid the loss of lives, property and/or prevent environmental harm; or

• any other work as agreed through Construction Noise and Vibration Management Sub Plan (CNVMP) processes.

1.6.3 BLASTING HOURS OF OPERATION

In accordance with MCoA No.2.14, blasting associated with the project shall only be undertaken during the following hours:

• 9:00am to 5:00pm, Mondays to Fridays, inclusive;

• 9:00am to 1:00pm on Saturdays; and

• At no time on Sundays or public holidays.

This condition does not apply in the event of a direction from police or other relevant authority for safety or emergency reasons to avoid loss of life, property loss and/or to prevent environmental harm.



2. TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT OBJECTIVES AND TARGETS RMS has identified the following key benefits of the T2E project:

• A safer section of the highway with improved access and connectivity for the local community;

• Greater transport efficiency and safety for intra-state and inter-state movements;

• Supporting growth and the long-term sustainability of the regional economy;

• Improved access and connectivity for the local community; and

• Improved amenity along the existing Pacific Highway.

To ensure that the T2E projects satisfies the Client and community expectations and all project outcomes are successfully achieved, the traffic management and safety target for the project is to comply at all times with the CTMSP and all project requirements as set out in the Minster’s Conditions of Approval, the Scope of Works and Technical Criteria and the RMS D&C G10 Traffic Management Specification.

To achieve this target the key principles of the traffic management strategy are:

• Provision of a safe road environment for all road users and road workers;

• Delays and disruptions for all road users are kept to a minimum;

• The capacity of the local roads is maintained; and

• The environment is protected at all times by adopting appropriate control methods.

Based on these principles, the key road safety and traffic management objectives to be applied will include:

• Ensuring all road users are given consideration during all phases of the project works;

• Maximise the safety for the workers, by isolating work areas from traffic flows, applying low exposure work methods, through the installation of appropriate traffic control; and providing education to the construction workforce;

• Provision of a safe environment for all road users through the installation of a high standard of traffic controls, which effectively warn, inform, guide and that comply with the best practice, RMS requirements and the Australian Standards;

• Plan and stage all works effectively to avoid road occupancy where possible and minimise conflict points on the existing road network;

• Implement traffic control operations that minimise delays to road users taking into consideration traffic volumes including peak times of the day and seasonal traffic;

• Minimise driver confusion by ensuring clear and concise traffic management schemes;

• Effectively plan all construction vehicle movements including the provision of safe ingress and egress points at the interfaces with the existing road network.

• Limit obstructions and restrictions on the existing road network, and when required provide alternate routes to maintain access for the local community, transport operators including over-dimension load movements and local businesses;

• Proactively support the RMS and emergency services unplanned incident management strategies, through incident detection, communication, initial response and sharing of resources;

• Effectively communicate changed traffic conditions with key stakeholders including the community, road authorities, Police, local councils, emergency service agencies and transport operators.



3. RISK MANAGEMENT Risk management techniques will be applied to determine hazards and associated risks which could affect the delivery of the project as well as any potential changes in design. Strategies and control measures will be developed and implemented to manage these hazards and risks. The Project Director will be responsible for ensuring that the risk management strategy for the project includes the development, implementation and ongoing maintenance of a formal risk management plan as part of the Project Management System.

As part of this process, a Risk Management Plan will be prepared for the Traffic Management component of the project to identify and address the risks associated with road safety, traffic management and road network issues specific to the site. This plan will be integrated with the overall Project Risk Analysis.

• In accordance with the RMS G10 specification, Baulderstone held an initial Traffic Management Risk Assessment Workshop on 1 Febraury 2012 prior to the commencement of any traffic management works. This workshop assisted in the development of a Traffic Management Risk Management Plan for the project and was also used to consult with key internal and external stakeholders regarding the development of the Traffic Management Plan, the key project requirements of the project relating to traffic management, to raise awareness of good traffic management practices to be implemented on the project and discussion on road network planning provisions.

A copy of the Workshop agenda, presentation and minutes are attached in Appendix 2 of this plan.

The identified risk and opportunity issues identified at the workshop were recorded and a risk management plan developed. A copy is attached in Appendix 3 of this plan. The risks and associated control measures will be further developed and addressed when finalizing the Site Specific Construction Traffic Management Sub- Plans and Construction Staging Plans.

Additional workshops will be held as appropriate to train site personnel regarding the implementation of Construction Traffic Management and Safety Plans and Traffic Control Plans and when traffic management issues need to be reinforced or reviewed.

In addition to the over-arching Risk Management Plan for Traffic Management, specific Safe Work Method Statements will be prepared and implemented where a traffic management work process must be carried out in a strictly controlled manner to ensure the safety and quality requirements are met. The selected traffic control sub-contractor will undertake the traffic control activities for the project in accordance with an approved Safe Work Method Statement detailing all work activities associated with the implementation of traffic control. The site specific risks associated with each traffic control plan will be identified, assessed and addressed during the planning and design phase and also verified on site prior to implementation.

The risk assessment process for traffic control activities will be addressed in accordance with the requirements stipulated in the RMS Traffic Control at Work Sites Manual (TCWS) and Australian Standard (AS) 1742.3.

A copy of the Safe Work Method Statement used by the traffic control sub-contractor selected for the early works stage is attached in Appendix 4 of this plan.



4. ORGANISATION, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 4.1 PROJECT MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW

The T2E Project Team is managed by the Project Director, as depicted in the Project Organisation Chart included in Appendix 5 of this plan. The formal lines of communication between project personnel are shown on the Organisation Chart.

4.2 POSITION DESCRIPTIONS

All project staff associated with developing, implementing, operating and/or managing traffic control plans and associated site activities will undertake the appropriate RMS Traffic Control at Work Sites (TCWS) Training course. These include:

• Authorised Traffic Controller (Stop/Slow Bat) training;

• Introduction to Traffic Control at Roadworks;

• Traffic Control at Worksite Planning (select/modify TCPs – red card); and/or

• Design and Audit Traffic Control Plans (orange card).

To further enhance the knowledge of project staff, the Traffic Manager will prepare induction information, tool box notices, and conduct training sessions on road safety and traffic management issues.

The key position descriptions relating to traffic management activities on the project are detailed below.

4.3 TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Director

The Project Director shall support the Baulderstone senior management in complying with the traffic management requirements associated with the Project. This support includes but is not limited to the following;

• Ensuring sufficient resources are made available and allocated for traffic management to the Project including Baulderstone and subcontractor resources.

• Ensuring quality assurance procedures are maintained to an acceptable level and to ensure auditing is undertaken in accordance with the requirements of the Standards.

• Providing at director level a communication avenue to and from the site management with stakeholder senior representatives.

Construction Manager .

The Construction Manager shall support the Traffic Manager in his duties and shall take steps to confirm that those duties are performed in compliance with the Project Specifications. In addition to facilitate the compliance with the Specification the Construction Manager shall ensure that;

• The communication of construction requirements and traffic management requirements is efficient and thorough and to ensure they are fully coordinated.

• The activities requiring traffic management installations are identified in good time to permit the necessary planning and administration to be undertaken in accordance with the Specifications.

• The traffic management installations are not altered or removed during the course of the construction works.

• The procedures and site rules associated with traffic management are monitored and controlled.

• The construction engineers plan their works with due consideration for the restraints associated with traffic management requirements and constraints.



Project Manager

Project Manager shall principally ensure the requirements of the Project Specification documents are satisfied and maintained through the duration of the works and until all obligations of the Deed are satisfied. In order to achieve this, the Project Manager shall;

• Ensure adequate project resources are allocated to traffic management.

• Ensure senior management on site supports the Traffic Manager in his duties.

• Ensure safe traffic management has a priority status in terms of project delivery.

• Ensure suitable training is available to all responsible personnel.

• Ensure periodic audits are undertaken of the traffic management quality assurance systems.

The Project Manager will also have responsibility to ensure the traffic management schemes are planned and implemented in full compliance with the requirements of the Specification documents and other referenced documents. The summarised responsibilities are as follows;

• Coordinate the Project resources to design and plan traffic management schemes to satisfy the requirements of the construction team.

• Coordinate the Project resources to implement, alter or remove traffic management schemes to suit the Project programme.

• Ensure trained competent persons are engaged to act in traffic management specific roles and training requirements are kept up to date.

Traffic Manager

The Traffic Manager will be responsible for the overall management of traffic and road safety on the project. The Traffic Manager shall:

• Develop, implement and maintain the Traffic Management Plan;

• Maintain current copies of the CTMSP, Site specific Construction Traffic Management Sub-Plans, Construction Staging Drawings, Vehicle Movement Plans, Road Occupancy Licences and Speed Zone Authorisations and their controlled documentation;

• Carrying out regular inspections and auditing of the traffic control measures to ensure that they are effective and are being followed;

• Identifying locations and times where traffic congestion or unsafe conditions for vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians and workers are occurring, and providing recommendations for improvement;

• Provide technical advice to the construction team relating to traffic engineering, traffic management and road safety issues;

• Develop traffic management strategies that comply with all project requirements and relevant standards and guidelines;

• Assist in the development of traffic staging and temporary works plans;

• Manage the development and approvals of all traffic control plans;

• Liaise with all key internal and external stakeholders on traffic management and safety issues;

• Facilitating traffic awareness and giving toolbox talks to site personnel;

• Be responsible for the implementation of Road Occupancy Licences (ROLs) and must continuously monitor the implementation and operation of all road occupancies to ensure that they are compliant with the ROLs, including but not limited to:

o Monitoring and quantifying the durations of traffic flow delays;



o Monitoring, measuring and recording traffic queue lengths, including the maximum traffic

queue lengths in each direction and the total occupancy stoppage time;

o Maintaining and adjusting traffic control measures and devices to assist prevailing traffic

flows, minimise lane and shoulder occupancies and any lost traffic flow capacity and

minimise traffic flow delay durations and queuing, and

o Monitoring of over-dimension heavy vehicle movements;

• Be responsible for the implementation of Speed Zone Authorisations (SZAs) and continuously monitor the implementation and operation of temporary roadwork speed limits;

• Monitor installed traffic management schemes for their safe operation and use and ensure defects or unsafe installations are amended;

• Manage the road safety auditing program of traffic management schemes in accordance with project requirements;

• Maintain the quality assurance system associated with traffic management issues including preparation and storage of all necessary records;

• Report immediately to the RTA’s Representative the occurrence of all delays, including those caused by incidents, to the free flow of traffic of greater than ten minutes and/or traffic queue lengths greater than 1000 metres and as required under the conditions of the project Road occupancy Licences as issued by RMS;

• Be contactable at all times (7 days per week and 24 hours per day) during the construction phase of the Contractor’s Work to receive and answer traffic /incident related inquiries from the RTA’s Representative, including the RMS Traffic and Safety Manager for the Pacific Highway, the RMS Transport Management Centre in Sydney (TMC-NSW) and Grafton (TMC-NR), local councils and the NSW Police;

• Produce records of all road occupancies and forward records of all traffic flow delays and durations, traffic queue lengths and other ROL related matters to RMS’ Representative by 9.00am on the Thursday following the week being recorded; and

• Stop work on any activity if it is considered to be necessary to prevent traffic incidents or to comply with the directions of the RTA’s Representative, TMC-NSW, TMC-NR or NSW Police.

Safety Manager

The Project Safety Manager shall provide advice and support to the TCSM on issues of public and workforce safety as it pertains to traffic management.

Traffic Control Personnel

The Traffic Manager shall initially verify and then keep records of all documentation for individuals and organisations that are directly and indirectly associated with traffic control for the Project.

RMS has authorised Baulderstone to appoint Traffic Controllers under Section 6 of the Roads Regulation 2008(NSW) in order to provide for safe movement of vehicles and other road users around, through or past the works. The Baulderstone Traffic Manager shall keep a record of all appointed individuals and shall ensure only those appointed individuals are engaged with traffic control duties. The Traffic Manager shall undertake audits of personnel undertaking traffic control duties as part of the routine traffic control inspections throughout the duration of the project.

It is a requirement that any Traffic Control Organisation shall be registered under RMS’ Registration Scheme Category G “Traffic Control”. The Traffic Manager shall initially verify the credentials of the organisations and following appointment then maintain records for inspection. Furthermore, the Traffic Manager shall periodically undertake audits of the organisations to ensure they are complying with the quality assurance requirements associated with the Registration.



A register of the traffic controllers and their qualification details currently being used for the early works phase are attached in Appendix 6 of this plan.

4.4 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

The Project Director and the Construction Manager will manage the project resources throughout the duration of the project to ensure that personnel are appropriately qualified, trained and suitable for the work activities they are required to perform and that the construction program can be fulfilled. This will be continuously monitored to ensure that the project is appropriately resourced at all stages.

5. CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES AND IMPACTS Baulderstone will sequence construction works with the objective to maximise safety for workers and road users by isolating work areas from traffic flow, maintaining the existing road capacity, minimising road user delays, avoiding undertaking major activities during peak traffic periods, and avoiding installing restrictions that impact on heavy vehicle transport operators. The effective planning and staging of all construction activities is the key to achieving these objectives.

The construction activities to be undertaken by Baulderstone during the construction of this Project will include:

• establishment of site compounds;

• establishment of construction work areas;

• service relocations;

• installation of sediment control basins and additional erosion and sediment control;

• clearing and grubbing of trees and vegetation;

• installation of transverse drainage pipes and structures;

• installation of pavement storm water drainage including sub-soils;

• cut to fill earthworks;

• construction of temporary traffic arrangements;

• deliveries of materials;

• construction of bridge piles, piers and headstocks;

• transportation and placement of Super-T bridge beams and planks;

• construction of bridge decks and associated works;

• tunnel construction;

• operation of concrete batching plant;

• construction of local access roads;

• construction of property accesses;

• reconstruction of permanent local roads;

• pavement construction;

• construction of interchanges and associated tie-in works;

• landscaping works; and

• installation of road side furniture including permanent signage, safety barriers and traffic control facilities.

The specific details of the construction activities, identified road network impacts and construction program for each stage of works will be detailed within the Site Specific Construction Traffic Management



Sub-Plans.

5.1 CONSTRUCTION TRAFFIC STAGING

The effective management of traffic during the construction phase of the project is critical. The traffic staging will be developed during the detailed design phase taking into consideration constructability issues, program requirements and feedback obtained from consultation with the RTA’s Representative and key stakeholders.

The construction staging to be implemented by Baulderstone will be as follows:

Emigrant Creek (to be read in conjunction with staging drawings attached in Appendix 7)

There are three main stages planned for the construction of the new alignment near Emigrant Creek. These stages will include the construction of temporary local access roads to facilitate construction of permanent Pacific Highway diversion and permanent private access roads.

The initial concept sequencing of works for each specific stage is as follows:

• Stage 1 Preliminary:

1. Temporary widening for site access near chainage 19400m will be carried out.

• Stage 1a:

2. Construct new temporary access for properties ID97, ID100 and ID101 tying into the existing

Pacific Highway at approximate chainage 19400m. This temporary access is proposed in order

to provide easy access to local residents and eliminate interface with construction works.

• Stage 1b:

3. Construct permanent Pacific Highway diversion including the sedimentation pond and local

property access to properties ID97, ID100 and ID101.

4. Construct the first part of permanent access for property ID98 to the west and east sides of

the existing Pacific Highway alignment.

• Stage 2a:

1. Construct new Tie-in Pacific Highway diversion pavement – NB lane only. This will include

closing down the NB lane between changes 18750 to 18950m and 19300 to 19600m, thus

making SB lane two way traffic under traffic control (off-peak only).

• Stage 2b:

2. Construct new Tie-in Pacific Highway diversion pavement – SB lane only. This will include

closing down the SB lane between chainages 18750 to 18950 and 19300 to 19600, thus making

NB lane two way traffic under traffic control (off-peak only).

3. Construct new Tie-in for the remaining parts of permanent private property access (ID98)

during stages 2a and 2b.

• Stage 3:

1. Switch Traffic onto new permanent diversion.

2. Remove temporary widening and temporary access to properties ID97, ID100 and ID101.

Bangalow Interchange (to be read in conjunction with staging drawings attached in Appendix 7)



Three main stages are planned for the construction of the new Bangalow interchange. These stages will include the construction of two temporary ramps (SB on-ramp and NB off-ramp) to allow temporary diversion of traffic and construction of the new roundabout.



1. Align NB off-ramp to permit access for noise bund construction.

2. Construct cross-over point North of Bangalow Road. This will include closing down SB lanes of

existing Pacific Highway and merging SB traffic to NB lanes (ie. making contra flow traffic on

NB lanes from chainage 24600m to 23100).

3. Construct cross-over / merge at chainage 24100m.

4. Construct breakdown bays (max every 1 km).

• Stage 1a:

5. Construct temporary road diversion for SB on-ramp. The temporary SB on-ramp is proposed to

be built off Bangalow Road at approximate chainage 24500m and tie-in to the existing Pacific

Highway at chainage 24200m.

6. Construct any permanent works that are clear of trafficked roads.

• Stage 1b:

7. Switch SB on-ramp to temporary alignment. This will include closing down the existing SB on-

ramp and opening the newly constructed temporary SB on-ramp.

8. Construct East half of the roundabout. Once the existing SB on-ramp is closed works will

commence on the East half of the roundabout – staying clear of trafficked roads.

9. Works on the East half of the roundabout will include construction of temporary alignment for

SB on-ramp suitable for Stages 1c & 2. This includes tie-in and widening of SB lanes of existing

Pacific Highway near the roundabout.

• Stage 1c:

10. Switch SB on-ramp to newly complete pavement. Traffic going South from Bangalow Road will

be diverted through the newly completed East half of the roundabout and merge into the

existing Pacific Highway.

11. Remove temporary SB on-ramp. The temporary SB on-ramp will be removed once traffic is

diverted through the newly completed East half section of the roundabout.

12. Construct NB off-ramp diversion. To allow construction works on the West half of the

roundabout, temporary NB off-ramp will be constructed parallel to the existing ramp.

• Stage 2:

1. Traffic diversion at the cross-over point North of Bangalow Road is to be modified to create

contra flow in the SB lanes of the existing Pacific Highway.

2. Construct West half of the roundabout. Once the traffic diversions are in place, the West half

of the roundabout will be constructed – staying clear of trafficked roads.

• Stage 3:



1. Traffic transfer to new alignment – both halves of the roundabout to be opened and traffic

diversions removed.

2. Complete noise bund.

3. Re-work roundabout levels.

4. Remove temporary and redundant pavements and ramps.

Ewingsdale Interchange (to be read in conjunction with staging drawings attached in Appendix 7)

There are four main stages planned for the construction of the new Ewingsdale interchange. These stages will include the construction of temporary cross-over medians North and South of the interchange to divert traffic and enable the construction of new Pacific Highway link and new roundabout.



1. Construct temporary cross-over pavements at approximate chainages 29600m, 29900m and

30150m to allow traffic diversions.

2. Provide breakdown bays.

3. Commence works clear of trafficked roads.

• Stage 1:

4. Construct new Pacific Highway link to new junction roundabout. This will involve diverting NB

and SB traffic, hence reducing the existing Pacific Highway (between chainages approximately

29100m and 30300m) to contra flow traffic.

5. Construct West half of the new roundabout tie-in to existing levels.

6. Continue works clear of trafficked roads.

• Stage 2:

1. Construct temporary ramp between new Pacific Highway and the SB carriageway of the

existing Pacific Highway. Before this construction commences the newly constructed West half

of the new roundabout will be opened to traffic.

2. Construct permanent works NB of off-ramp

3. Construct the remaining East half of the new roundabout.

• Stage 3:

1. Construct new NB carriageway.

2. Construct new SB off-ramp section.

3. Remove temporary and redundant pavements.

• Stage 4:

1. Remove temporary ramp and pavements.

2. Complete shaping of cutting to the final profile.

Ross Lane Interchange

The T2E alignment at the southern end of the project will need to tie-in to the recently constructed Ballina Bypass just to the north of the Ross Lane Interchange. Prior to opening the T2E upgrade to traffic at the



southern end the following work activities will need to be undertaken:

• Removal of temporary concrete barriers;

• Removal of existing signage associated with the current temporary tie-in between the Ballina Bypass and the existing single carriageway section of the Pacific Highway to the north;

• Removal of linemarking;

• Installing new linemarking and signage to define the new alignment connection;

• Tying in with the existing Saddle Road service road;

• Removal of temporary pavement at the existing tie-in between Ballina Bypass and the existing single carriageway section of Pacific Highway;

• Construction of the southbound off-ramp north of the Ross Lane interchange that involves the reconstruction of a small section of the existing Pacific Highway. The reconstruction can be undertaken following the opening of the new alignment to traffic so that work can be completed under reduced traffic volumes; and

• Maintain access for local traffic and adjacent properties during the reconstruction of the existing highway.

5.2 CONSTRUCTION SITE OFFICES

To identify the most appropriate location for the site offices and compounds, BPL has considered the physical constraints in the area, the logistics of servicing the construction site, and the potential impact on the road network.

Subsequently, Baulderstone will be establishing six (6) construction site offices.

The locations are as follows:

• Bangalow Compound – This will be the main Project Office Compound, located on the South Eastern side of the Bangalow Road Junction at Lot 1 Bangalow Road, Bangalow.

• Minor Creek Compound & Concrete Batching Plant – Located on the Western side of the Pacific Highway approximately 100m south of Minor Creek.

• Southern Satellite Compound – Located on the Northern end of the new Pacific Highway pavement constructed by the Ballina Bypass Alliance approximately 700m north of Ross Lane.

• Southern Portal Compound – Located adjacent to the Pacific Highway on the Southern side of St Helena.

• Ewingsdale Batch Plant – Located West of the Pacific Highway and South of Myocum Road near the Ewingsdale Interchange

• Ivy Lane Facility – Temporary Early Works Facility, located in a vacant house next to the alignment on Ivy Lane just off the Pacific Highway in Newrybar.

Proposed site location maps are included in Appendix 8 of this plan.

The estimated traffic generation for the site compound is tabled below. It is based on the experience of previous road projects with similar staff numbers. The adopted vehicle occupancy rates for; office staff, managers, supervisors, and technical staff, is 1 per vehicle, and 2 per vehicle for construction workers travelling to and from the compounds and 4 workers per vehicle travelling throughout the day to various worksites. Baulderstone will implement a strategy to limit the number of vehicles on site, with the use of utes, troop carriers and potentially buses to transport the workforce from pre-start locations on to the work site.

Due to the nature of their work, all workers, managers, supervisors, surveyors, soil lab technicians, and plant mechanics will conduct regular trips throughout the day. In this regard, it has been estimated these staff on average will undertake four in and out movements per day. All other staff will conduct one in and out movement per day. The typical site traffic flows will occur between 0630 and 1830 Monday to Friday,



and between 0700 and 1330 Saturdays. The estimated evening peak hour is based on most office staff/site workers departing between 1630 and 1830, (approximately 50% of total vehicles departing per hour).

Table: Estimated Traffic Generation of Bangalow Compound

Type Staff No.’s

Vehicle No.’s

Trip Movements

Maximum Trips Per

Day

Evening Peak Hour

In Out

Office Staff/Technical Staff 123 123 123 123 246 62 Managers/Supervisors/Survey/Lab and Plant Staff 40 40 160 160 320 20

Workers 137 69 104 104 207 35 Office Delivery and Service Vehicles - 6 6 6 12 3

Totals 300 238 393 393 785 120

Table: Estimated Traffic Generation of Minor Creek Compound & Batch Plant (Based on 1500m3/day)

Type Staff No.’s

Vehicle No.’s

Trip Movements

Maximum Trips Per

Day

Evening Peak Hour

In Out



Concrete Trucks 15 15 250 250 500 8 Batch Plant Delivery and Service Vehicles - 110 110 110 220 10

Totals 97 183 451 451 902 47

Table: Estimated Traffic Generation of Southern Satellite Compound

Type Staff No.’s

Vehicle No.’s

Trip Movements

Maximum Trips Per

Day

Evening Peak Hour

In Out



Totals 48 34 56 56 112 16



Table: Estimated Traffic Generation of Ewingsdale Batch Plant (Based on 800m3/day)

Type Staff No.’s

Vehicle No.’s

Trip Movements

Maximum Trips Per

Day

Evening Peak Hour

In Out


Concrete Agitators 12 12 124 124 248 12 Batch Plant Delivery and Service Vehicles - 65 65 65 130 6

Totals 20 85 209 209 418 22

Table: Estimated Traffic Generation of Ivy Lane Facility

Type Staff No.’s

Vehicle No.’s

Trip Movements

Maximum Trips Per

Day

Evening Peak Hour

In Out

Office Staff/Technical Staff 5 5 5 5 10 3 Managers/Supervisors/Survey/Lab and Plant Staff 15 15 60 60 120 8 Office Delivery and Service Vehicles - 2 2 2 4 2

Totals 20 22 67 67 134 13

The site office compound accesses will be located at points that provide safe intersection sight distance, and are designed to accommodate the turning movements of the largest service vehicle accessing the site. All site offices will be appropriately sign posted. Security fencing, flood lighting and an appropriate security system will be provided to restrict public access to the compound areas.

5.3 MATERIAL HAULAGE OPERATIONS

In the Mass Haul for the project, Baulderstone has recognised that effective material use and management of haulage operations is critical to the success of the project from an Environmental and Community perspective, but is also necessary to minimise the impact on the road network including users and infrastructure.

The construction of this project will involve 3.2M m3 of excavation and earthworks to achieve the final alignment and grade, of which 2.7M m3 is earth fill and 0.5M m3 is processed rock.

Through the design process, the alignment has been adjusted to achieve an overall earthworks balance, however several environmental and design constraints affect the balance between individual sections as detailed in the Earthworks Plan. These constraints consist of:

• Minor Creek Ch 18100;

• Emigrant Creek Ch 18700;

• Exisitng Highway Ch 19000;

• Byron Creek / North Coast Railway Ch 24750; and

• St Helena Tunnel Ch 28000.

The haulage will be limited or restricted due to environmental, program and physical constraints.



Wherever possible the balance within each individual section has been minimised. Due to the constraints, however, there is a need to transport spoil and fill material from one section to another via the existing highway and local road network. This is particularly relevant for crushed rock from the tunnel excavation which will be available predominantly north of the Tunnel (at CH 28300) however will be required to be transported to the Batchplant at CH 18250 and at various locations for incorporation into the works as Select Material.

Topsoil will be stripped and stockpiled locally. With the exception of weed or contaminated topsoil, there will be no need to transport topsoil via the existing road network. All stripped topsoil will be utilized for reuse in landscaping and revegetation local to where it is stockpiled or stored.

Table: Spoil Generation and Fill Demand for Transport Via Existing Road Network

Section Predicted on site spoil generation

Predicted spoil timeframe and duration

Predicted external fill demand

Predicted fill timeframe and duration

South – Section 1

South – Section 2

South – Section 3 70,000 m3 2 months 150,000 m3 12 months

South – Section 4 100,000 m3 4 months

Central – Section 1

Central – Section 2 180,000 m3 4 months

North – Section 1

North – Section 2

North – Section 3 150,000 m3 12 months 350,000 m3 10 months Earthfill transported via Existing Pacific Highway Crushed Rock transported via Existing Pacific Highway for use as Aggregates

The types and sources of fill required for the Project include:

• Earth fill for the bulk of earthworks is sourced from the cuts on the project, the bulk of which (2.5M m3) will be moved along the alignment with 350,000m3 trucked via the Existing Highway from Minor / Emigrant Creek and Arundell Hill to north of St Helena Ridge up to Ewingsdale Interchange.

• Rock fill for permanent low embankment construction over soft soils;

• Select fill for pavements from cutting where blasting is required;

• Rock fill for construction access roads and working platforms;

• Drainage blanket rock;

• 20/14 mm concrete aggregate; and

• 10/7 mm concrete aggregate;

Some imported material will be required for Concrete and Select Material Production, comprising Sands for Concrete and Fines for Select and Verge Material, with potential sources in the following table:

Table: Potential Imported Material

Source of Fill Location Material Predicted volume

Leela Plantations Quarry

Coolamon Scenic Drive, Mullumbimby 25km north of Project site

Chert, pavement material

25,000 m3

Boral Quarry Teven Road, Teven Basalt aggregates 10,000 m3



14km south west of Project site for Concrete

Holcim Quarry Teven Road, Teven 14km south west of Project site

Argillite for Select Material / Roadbase

20,000 m3

Gradex Civil Contractors

Swamp road, Newrybar 5km north west of Project site

Sand for concrete 25,000m3

The following table shows the numbers and destinations of estimated truck movements generated at each earthworks or commercial quarry site during peak construction activity.

Table: Construction Traffic Volumes from Earth Fill Proposed to be hauled via the existing Pacific Highway

Source of Fill Section material to be used for

Estimated total number of truck movements

Estimated truck movements per hour

Estimated truck movements per day

Estimated days duration

South – Section 3

North – Section 3: Fill north of Tunnel

5,500 20 180 35

South – Section 4


8,000 20 180 45



15,000 20 180 85

North – Section 3

South – Section 3: Batchplant

12,000 6 54 220

Wherever possible quarry materials sourced onsite will be exhausted prior to material being imported from external sources. Due to different materials being required at alternating times, not all quarries will be supplying the site concurrently.

Other than the material to go via road transport above, earth fill material will be transported along the alignment via combinations of Cat 637 (and other) Scrapers, 50 tonne dump trucks, and articulated off-road dump trucks. Road transport will be via Road registered truck and dogs, as per the table below.

Table: Transport Mode and Average Haulage Distance

Transport Mode and Distance to be Hauled

Scrapers 0-2km

20 – 40 t Articulated Dump Trucks

0-2km

50 t Dump Trucks 2km to 4km onsite

Truck and Dog Trailers

>4 km on site All road transport

The proposed haulage routes for the excavated fill material to be transported on public roads by haulage trucks are presented in the following table.

Table: Proposed on-road haulage routes



Section / location

Proposed Route description

South – Section 3

Load at Minor Creek inside Site, Exiting north onto the Pacific Highway, travelling 15km north, exiting the Pacific Highway at Myocum Rd, turning right towards Ewingsdale and entering the site at Ewingsdale. On Return, joining the Pacific Highway Southbound and Ewingsdale, traveling 18km south to Ross Lane Exit to turn around and head north along the highway to be reloaded at Minor Creek.

South – Section 4

Load at Emigrant Creek inside Site, Exiting north onto the Pacific Highway, travelling 15km north, exiting the Pacific Highway at Myocum Rd, turning right towards Ewingsdale and entering the site at Ewingsdale. On Return, joining the Pacific Highway Southbound and Ewingsdale, traveling 18km south to Ross Lane Exit to turn around and head north along the highway to be reloaded at Emigrant Creek.


Load at Arundell Hill inside Site, Exiting north by turning right from the site access onto the Pacific Highway, travelling 5km north, exiting the Pacific Highway at Myocum Rd, turning right towards Ewingsdale and entering the site at Ewingsdale. On Return, joining the Pacific Highway Southbound and Ewingsdale, traveling 7km to exit the highway south of Arundell Hill to turn around inside the site and head north along the new formation to be reloaded at Arundell Hill.

North – Section 3

Loaded with crushed Rock from the Tunnel excavation and transported to Minor Creek. Exiting the Site at Ewingsdale Interchange heading south on the Pacific Highway for 16km, turning right at Martins Lane (west) underpass, heading north on Access Road A, and unloading at the batchplant south of Minor Creek. Return north along the existing highway to Ewingsdale Interchange to be reloaded.

Boral Quarry Access from Teven Road, Teven, to Ross Lane Interchange, north onto Pacific Highway to various locations along the site

Holcim Quarry Access from Teven Road, Teven, to Ross Lane Interchange, north onto Pacific Highway to various locations along the site

Leela Plantations

Quarry

Access from Mullumbimby onto Pacific Highway, 15km haulage south along Pacific Highway to various locations along the site.

Gradex Civil Contractors

Access from Newrybar Swamp Road, Newrybar, to Pacific Highway to various locations on the site.

5.4 CONSTRUCTION ACCESS POINTS

Table: Proposed construction access points

Gate No. Road Location Description Approved vehicle movements

1 Pacific Hwy and Saddle Road intersection

Ross Lane Interchange – Saddle Road intersection with northbound onramp

Left in Left out Right out

1A Pacific Hwy northbound on ramp

Ross Lane Interchange Left in




2A Pacific Hwy (west side)

- 700m south of Martins Lane - new access to be provided - Northbound decel lane &

southbound right turn bay to be provided

Left in Left out Right in (Right out to be confirmed in detailed design)

2B Pacific Hwy and Martins Lane (West) intersection

- Intersection with Martins Lane on west side of Pac Hwy

Left in Left out Right in

3 Pacific Hwy (west side)

- Approx. 600m north of Martins Lane

Left in Left out

4 Pacific Hwy at Ivy Lane(west side)

- Existing property service road Left in Left out Right in U-turn facility within Ivy Lane


- Immediately south of Minor Creek

- Upgraded private entrance - Northbound decel lane to be

constructed

Northbound Left in and left out onto the Pacific Hwy


- immediately north of Minor Creek

- New access to be provided - Short northbound decel &

merge lane to be provided



- New access to be provided - Northbound decel lane to

provided - Northbound merge lane via

construction lane to Gate 8B



- New access to be provided - Entry northbound from

construction lane at Gate 8 - Northbound lane 1overtaking

lane used for construction lane acces


9/10 Pacific Hwy at Watsons Lane (east side)

- Access provisions south and north on Watsons Lane 250m east of the Hwy for a haul road crossing point.

Southbound Left in and left out onto the Pacific Hwy Temporary traffic signals on Watsons Lane when hauling

11/12 Pacific Hwy at Broken Head Rd (east side)

- Access provisions south and north on Broken Head Rd 380m east of the Hwy for a haul road crossing point.

- Provision for ‘U’ Turn facility at Gate locations for access to and from the Pacific Hwy

All movements from and onto the Pacific Hwy Temporary traffic signals on Broken Head Rd when hauling




13 Pacific Hwy (east side)

- Upgraded private entrance - Southbound decel lane to

provided - Southbound merge lane to be

provided

Southbound Left in and left out onto the Pacific Hwy


- Existing property access with northbound right turn lane

- Northbound right turn merge lane to be provided. Dual carriageways to be reduced to one lane

All movements

15/16/17(stage 1 and 2)

Bangalow Rd (north & south accesses)

- 220m east of southbound Pacific Hwy on ramp

- No turn movements from Bangalow Rd – Haul crossing only

Temporary traffic signals on Broken Head Rd when hauling

18 Bangalow Rd - Further east of Gate 17 on other side of Byron Ck

TBC

19/20 Pacific Hwy at St Helena Rd (east side)

- Access provisions south and north on St Helena Rd 440m east of the Hwy

- Upgraded entry to Private Road off St Helena Rd providing access to the southern tunnel portal.

Provision for ‘U’ Turn facility at Gate locations for access to and from the Pacific Hwy for access from Gate 16

All movements from and onto the Pacific Hwy


- 500m north of St Helena Rd - Upgraded private entrance

immediately south of nose barrier wall

- Southbound deceleration and merge lanes to be provided

- Extensive vegetation removal for improved sight lines

Southbound Left in and left out onto the Pacific Hwy Used during off peak hours

22 Myocum Rd (south side)

- 115m west of Ewingsdale Rd / Myocum Rd intersection

- Upgraded private entrance - Provision for left deceleration

lane - Extensive vegetation removal

for improved sight lines

Westbound left in and right turn out egress

23 Ewingsdale Rd roundabout (south side)

- Roundabout east of Pacific Hwy

- New permanent works Pacific Highway southbound on ramp from Ewingsdale Road roundabout.

Roundabout traffic management will control access.

24 Old Pacific Highway (off Ewingsdale Rd east)

- Existing dead-end of Old Pacific Highway

All movements from intersection of Ewingsdale Rd




25 Pacific Hwy onto existing Ewingsdale s/b on ramp

- Pac Hwy s/b carriageway just sth of Ewingsdale Rd

Left in Left out


- North of speed camera location

Left in Left out

Further detail of the construction access points and the overall site establishment of the project area, including speed signage and advance warning signage, is contained in the Site Establishment Drawings attached in Appendix 10 of this plan.

All permitted construction vehicle movements are to be verified on site prior to each access becoming operational to ensure that intersection entering sight distance criteria is met. Intersection signage will be provided to reinforce restricted turning movements and the Traffic Manager is to notify all construction staff of approved Vehicle Movement Plans at each gate access prior to gate operation commencing. Turning movements are to be closely monitored at each access and reviewed if operational safety issues are identified.

Specific Vehicle Movement Plans (VMPs) will be developed for all haulage routes including gate numbers, access or specific instructions, marshalling points and contact details (UHF channel and Phone Number).

A haulage plan will be developed for concrete operations, for the importation of concrete materials for Paving Concrete at the onsite batchplant and the supply of structural concrete along the site from offsite batchplants.

For Paving Concrete batched onsite haulage routes will generally be along the construction corridor, however haulage along parts of the existing highway will be required at certain times.

5.5 ROAD NETWORK

The roads directly affected by the construction of the Tintenbar to Ewingsdale upgrade include;

• Pacific Highway;

• Ewingsdale and Myocum Road;

• St Helena Road;

• Tinderbox Road;

• A Local Access Road;

• Broken Head Road;

• Watsons Lane;

• Martins Lane West; and

• Ross Lane Junction.

At various stages during the project duration these roads will require traffic management installations to facilitate the construction works.

In addition there are a number of roads in the vicinity of the project that will be affected principally due to the increase in traffic associated with the Project. The impacts on the adjacent road network resulting from the construction activities associated with the project will be assessed and measures implemented in accordance with the requirements of the project and the road Authority to ensure any impacts are kept to a minimum.

Pre-construction surveys will be undertaken to record the condition of existing road and bridge infrastructure in accordance with the project Scope of Works and Technical Criteria. Defect identification and rectification on the existing road network will be managed as part of the project maintenance procedure.



5.6 IMPACTS

5.6.1 PROPERTY ACCESS

There are a number of property accesses impacted by the construction work. Baulderstone will maintain property access at all times throughout the project and will carefully stage the works to ensure disruptions to residents are kept to a minimum. The success in the management of the interface between these private accesses and the construction works is critical to maintain a positive public profile of the project in the local community.

Baulderstone will provide an alternative access of a standard that is at least equivalent to that currently existing and meets the relevant road safety standards prior to commencement of construction or opening of the project to traffic, whichever is relevant. Details for provision of altered access for both construction and operation shall be determined in consultation with the landholder.

Details of the proposed staging of the impacted property accesses are detailed in the Property Access Drawings attached in Appendix 6 of this plan. The proposals are conceptual at this stage and will be further developed in the detailed design phase and through consultation with the RTA’s Representative, local councils and landholders.

5.6.2 PUBLIC TRANSPORT

The public transport operations in the area consist of long distance coach services and local bus services. There are currently no passenger rail services in the area. Details of the bus routes and timetables are attached in Appendix 11 of this plan.

5.6.3 LOCAL ROAD NETWORK

All roads will be maintained at the existing capacity unless reducing it is allowed by the Specification and is required specifically for construction purposes. Any reduction in capacity for the purpose of construction staging will be temporary and kept to a minimum. The details of any new road alignment will be outlined in the SSCTMSPs. It will be necessary in some instances (such as erection of Bangalow Bridge spans) to temporarily close roads. In these instances suitable diversion route or routes will be prepared and submitted in a SSCTMSP for approval by the relevant road authority.

Tinderbox Road

During the construction phase of the project, Baulderstone may require the use of Tinderbox Road for construction vehicle access. If this access route is required, Baulderstone will undertake a survey of Tinderbox Road and its surrounding environment, which includes the preparation of a report on the survey, that considers and assesses all issues associated with the use of the Tinderbox Road. The survey will include the assessment of:

• the structural capability and capacity and suitability of Tinderbox Road for the intended usage, including the pavement, the drainage cross road culverts, bridges, cattle grids, road widths and passing bays, height clearances, turning radii at curves and junctions and existing traffic use;

• road safety for construction workers and members of the public;

• the local koala population in the area;

• road speeds and sight distances;

• local road Authority constraints and views;

• disruption to businesses and to private users;

• environmental issues, including noise and dust issues, and any Approval requirements from relevant Authorities;

• community consultation with affected residents along Tinderbox Road; and



• remediation and rehabilitation requirements and standards for Tinderbox Road upon completion of the construction activities associated with the use of Tinderbox Road.

Baulderstone will also prepare a design and implementation plan addressing all issues identified in the survey. The design and implementation plan will include;

• the safe use of Tinderbox Road, any constraints on the vehicles that may use the road, time of day it can be used and frequency of use;

• program and timing requirements for the use of Tinderbox Road;

• the results of the community consultation and any further consultation requirements;

• the environmental impact and mitigation measures, including measures to protect the local koala population;

• any upgrading required to Tinderbox Road infrastructure, including widening and reinforcement of the pavement, pavement sealing and upgrading/reconstruction of culverts and bridges;

• maintenance requirements; and

• remediation and rehabilitation requirements.

These activities will be submitted for the approval of the RTA’s Representative and local council prior to any use of Tinderbox Road.

St Helena Speed Camera

During the construction and maintenance phases Baulderstone will ensure the continued operation of the existing St Helena speed camera on the existing highway. Any potential impacts identified in the planning of works in the vicinity of this speed camera location will be addressed in the site specific Construction Traffic Management Sub-Plan. Early consultation with the RTA’s Representative and relevant RMS stakeholders will be sought by the Traffic Manager. Approval for work to proceed and the associated TCPs will be obtained prior to any work commencing on site at this location. A checklist for the preparation of a site specific Construction Traffic Management Sub-Plan will be developed and this will include an item regarding the St Helena speed camera and any other sensitive areas that require special consideration in the planning of works such as the usage of Tinderbox Road.



6. TRAFFIC ANALYSIS AND TRAFFIC CONTROL OPERATIONS Baulderstone acknowledges the importance of planning and staging all works to avoid road occupancies during peak traffic flow periods and to minimize the delays to all road users. To assist the planning process, Baulderstone will review historical traffic patterns and conduct various forms of traffic analysis to ensure that proposed changes to traffic flows can be accommodated by the existing road network and the project requirements in relation to traffic delays can be met at all times.

Historical traffic volume and composition data will be referenced to assist in the planning and design of temporary traffic management controls. Data from RMS permanent and temporary count stations along the existing highway and surrounding major local roads will be used as a basis for this analysis. The data to be used will include annual average daily traffic volumes, heavy vehicle volumes, hourly traffic volumes, weekly traffic volume profiles and seasonal traffic volumes. Data from previous traffic surveys undertaken by Australasian Traffic Surveys from Working Paper 6 - Traffic and Transport Assessment detailing traffic volumes, classification counts and vehicle speed distribution are attached in Appendix 12 of this plan. Additional traffic data will be obtained as identified in the planning stages of each site specific Construction Traffic Management Sub-Plan.

Additional speed monitoring will also be managed by the Traffic Manager to assist in the planning of traffic control activities and also to identify the effectiveness of the traffic management schemes implemented. This data will also assist in identifying locations where Police enforcement assistance will be required and will be included in any submissions to the local highway patrol representatives of the NSW Police Force via the RTA’s Representative.

To ensure that all traffic control operations fulfill the obligations of the Scope of Works and Technical Criteria, traffic controllers will be trained to continually monitor and record queue lengths and delays. A marker will be placed at 250m point from the traffic controller so that it clearly sets out the limit of the required traffic queue.

A log sheet will be kept of all traffic stoppages recording the stoppage and the resultant queue length. This information will form the basis of the traffic control performance reporting to be submitted to the RTA’s Representative.



7. TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PROCESSES All traffic management schemes must be planned in accordance with the Project Specification. All schemes are subject to approval before they are implemented and each shall include, but not be limited to;

• A Site-Specific Construction Traffic Management and Safety Plan (SSCTMSP), including the methodology for implementing the transfer of traffic arrangement from one stage to the next;

• Construction Staging Drawings if more than one stage is covered by the SSCTMSP;

• Temporary Works Drawings

• Traffic Control Plan(s);

• Vehicle Movement Plan(s);

• Road Occupancy Licence as required;

• Speed Zone Authorisations as required; and

• Predictions of delays to traffic (where applicable), possible mitigation and procedures for alleviating delay.

The Baulderstone Traffic Manager shall ensure that all approval requirements are met prior to the implementation of any traffic management scheme on the project. A description of each key traffic management process is detailed below.

7.1 SITE SPECIFIC CONSTRUCTION TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SUB-PLANS

Site Specific Construction Traffic Management Sub-Plan(s) (SSCTMSPs) detail the specific road safety and traffic management measures that will be applied by Baulderstone whilst undertaking the construction works. The SSCTMSPs are based on the principles and strategies of the CTMSP, and the obligations under the Project Deed, SWTCs, environmental approvals, and the requirements of relevant road authorities, standards, guidelines and other key stakeholders. SSCTMSPs will identify the construction impacts resulting from the proposed work activities involved in the scope of the SSCTMSP, provide a detailed assessment of these impacts and describe the control measures that will be applied to address the impacts on the existing road network and the local community. The SSCTMSPs will also include the associated construction staging drawings and where required temporary works drawings, traffic control plans and associated vehicle movement plans. Compliance with all project requirements will also be demonstrated in the SSCTMSP analysis.

The SSCTMSPs will address provisions for access to properties affected by the work and the safe passage of cyclists and pedestrians.

Baulderstone will prepare SSCTMSPs for the various construction and maintenance activities for each stage at designated sections within the Project area.

7.2 CONSTRUCTION STAGING DRAWINGS

Construction Staging Drawings illustrate the proposed traffic staging to be implemented during the construction of the project. These plans outline the sequencing, basic construction methodology, identify the need for temporary works, specify any particular traffic management measures/controls, define work areas, and illustrate the available travel lanes. The Construction Staging Drawings are based on the initial concept staging plans, and are developed in association with the constructability assessment and construction program.

Baulderstone will prepare drawings for each construction stage of the project. The Construction Staging Drawings for this project are in Appendix 5 of this plan.



7.3 TEMPORARY WORKS DRAWINGS

Temporary Works Drawings are detailed design plans of temporary roads that are required to facilitate construction staging. These drawings are based on the Construction Staging Drawings and will include details of the required earthworks, drainage, horizontal and vertical alignments, carriageway cross sections, lane configuration, junction treatments, property access modifications, environmental controls, pavement design, lines and sign posting, TCPs, safety barriers and road side furniture.

Baulderstone will prepare temporary works drawings as required, for road widenings, sidetracks, median crossovers, temporary pavement tie-ins, contra-flow utilising opposing carriageways, etc.

7.4 TRAFFIC CONTROL PLANS

Traffic Control Plans (TCPs) are diagrams that illustrate the signs and devices that will be installed to warn traffic, and guide it around or past, or if necessary through the work site. These plans will address the specific measures stipulated within the SSCTMSPs and will comply with the requirements of Australian Standard AS 1742.3, RMS Specification D&C G10 Traffic Management specification, and the RMS “Traffic Control at Work Sites” manual.

7.5 VEHICLE MOVEMENT PLANS

A Vehicle Movement Plan (VMP) is a diagram showing the preferred travel paths for vehicles associated with a work site entering, leaving or crossing the through traffic stream. VMPs will be prepared for all construction vehicle movements including at each interface with the existing road network and on the internal haul roads.

7.6 TRAFFIC INSTRUCTIONS

Traffic instructions will be developed by the Traffic Manager to educate the construction personnel in relation to specific traffic management processes and activities as the need arises throughout the project. When approved, these instructions will be forwarded by the Traffic Manager to relevant Construction Team members. Specific training sessions will be conducted by the Traffic Manager to reinforce the instruction information as required.

7.7 SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENTS (SWMS)

Where it is considered that a work process must be carried-out in a strictly controlled manner to ensure the specified safety and quality requirements will be met, a specific Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) will be prepared and implemented.

A Baulderstone Engineer will prepare a Safe Work Method Statement in consultation with workers and relevant managers/supervisors and implement before the related work activity commences on site to ensure the issues relating to safety and quality are appropriately addressed.

The provisions for working, on or adjacent to road carriageways, and the traffic control measures to be applied will be incorporated where necessary within the SWMS.



8. ROAD USER DELAY MANAGEMENT The Pacific Highway is a key component of the transport network between Brisbane and Sydney. The highway is of fundamental importance in making this vitally important transport system work. As Australia’s most heavily used interstate highway, the road is a vital piece of national infrastructure. The route is of great strategic and regional significance. Its functions include the carriage of interstate freight and passenger traffic, providing for local and regional traffic within the fastest growing rural area in New South Wales and providing access to a large number of popular coastal holiday resorts.

The benefits of reducing road user delay associated with construction works along the highway include travel time savings, lowering driver annoyance, benefits to commerce relating to reliable deliveries of freight and an improved public image for RMS. Therefore, Baulderstone acknowledge the importance of minimising delays to road users on the Pacific Highway during the construction and maintenance phases of the T2E project.

To achieve this goal, a road user delay management strategy will be employed throughout the project. The key principles of this strategy are to plan work activities and work sites to minimise:

• Disruption of established traffic movements and patterns;

• Interference with traffic at peak movement periods;

• Interference with public transport services; and

• The amount of road closed to traffic at any one time.

The measures to reduce road user delay are addressed in the design of traffic management schemes, the planning of the work area to be isolated from the traffic lanes, developing work methods to avoid impacts on the road network and road occupancy planning. These measures include:

• Seek options and layouts at the design development stage which minimise impacts on traffic during construction;

• Minimise the road space occupied by the works in time, width and length;

• The road capacity should not be reduced unnecessarily and sufficient capacity should be provided to accommodate expected traffic volumes;

• Co-ordinate works at each work area to ensure road users do not encounter several delays in quick succession;

• Undertake detailed site investigations to avoid any unforeseen problems that may increase traffic delays;

• Effectively plan all work activities and ensure that road occupancies are not implemented at times of peak traffic volumes, such as periods associated with school and public holidays;

• Ensure compliance with the CTMSP and project requirements;

• Plan maintenance works to avoid activity close to an active construction site;

• Ensure co-ordination of road occupancies with transport operators regarding schedules and over-dimension loads;

• Maintain the ability to stop work and clear the travel lanes to allow traffic flows to return to normal free-flow conditions;

• Ensure adequate spacing between points at which traffic is delayed; and

• Ensure road users are well informed of changed traffic conditions.

The Scope of Works and Technical Criteria stipulates traffic delay requirements for the project. In accordance with these project requirements, Baulderstone will ensure that when undertaking the works, the free flow of traffic is not delayed in any direction:



• At any single road occupancy for a duration of longer than 5 minutes; and

• Cumulatively due to all road occupancies between the Ross Lane Interchange and the Ewingsdale Interchange for a duration of longer than seven (7) minutes.

In addition to these travel time delay requirements, traffic queues caused by road occupancies, measured in any direction, must not exceed 250m in length. If traffic queues reach 250m in length, the cause of the delay must be removed until the flow of traffic returns to free flow conditions.

To minimise delays through the work site, traffic controllers located closest to, and within a road occupancy on each of the approaches to the road occupancy, must be positioned no greater than 600m apart. Also, road occupancies involving the closure of any shoulder or auxiliary lane must provide a minimum of one travel lane in each direction at all times through the road occupancy. Partial closure of any length of an auxiliary lane may only be implemented if the remaining open length of the auxiliary lane is equal to or greater than 600m where the posted speed limit is 100km/h and 400m where the posted speed is 80km/h. If this open length cannot be achieved, the entire length of auxiliary lane must be closed.

The Traffic Manager will ensure that traffic control activities are planned to operate within this traffic delay criteria and the Traffic Manager will undertake daily travel time surveys through the project to monitor and verify the delays caused by the project works to ensure that this criteria is being satisfied.



9. CONSTRUCTION VEHICLE MANAGEMENT Baulderstone will manage construction vehicle movements to ensure that all traffic associated with the works can safely travel on the road network to and from the construction site, safely enter and exit the site access points, manoeuvre to and from traffic streams and turn at work areas, depots, stockpile sites and quarries. Baulderstone will plan all construction vehicle movements with the aim to minimise the risk to other road users and keep the traffic generated by the project to minimum. The management of works traffic will be undertaken in accordance with the RMS ‘Traffic Control at Work Sites’ manual.

Baulderstone will monitor the use of local roads by construction heavy vehicle traffic in consultation with Byron Shire Council and Ballina Shire Council and develop measures to minimise and/or restrict use of local roads by heavy vehicle traffic as far as reasonable and practicable.

The types of construction vehicle movements may include:

• deliveries of materials, supplies, plant or equipment to site;

• transportation of over dimension loads;

• haulage of materials on and off site associated with earthworks operations;

• deliveries of concrete and AC bitumen from batching plants to pavers; and

• regular trips by construction personnel in work trucks and utes.

9.1 DRIVER RESPONSIBILITIES

All drivers employed on the T2E project, whether direct employees or subcontractors, have a responsibility to drive safely and in accordance with the Australian Road Rules and any other safe driving instructions issued on the project.

Drivers must exercise care at all times and work in accordance with Vehicle Movement Plans (VMPs).

9.2 TYPES OF VEHICLES

The types of vehicles used on the project may include, but not be limited to:

• Off-road plant/vehicles eg. Scrapers, dump trucks; and

• On-road registered vehicles eg. 4wd utilities; single unit trucks with or without dog trailers; semi-trailers; B-Doubles; and over-dimension floats/platforms etc.

9.3 HAZARDOUS MOVEMENTS

When planning construction vehicle movements, the following hazardous movements will require particular consideration:

• entering and exiting work sites to and from adjacent travel lanes;

• U-turn movements across travel lanes and at median crossover points between dual carriageways;

• reversing manoeuvres within the work area and in the adjacent travel lane;

• travelling through the work area between construction personnel and hazards; and

• the stopping of construction vehicles within adjacent travel lanes.

Baulderstone will apply controls and measures to mitigate the risk of these hazardous movements including:

• the restriction of specific movements (e.g. turning bans);



• the provision of temporary traffic controls;

• the installation of deceleration, acceleration and turning lanes outside of the through lanes;

• educating drivers;

• the installation of warning devices on vehicles; and

• the implementation and compliance with project VMPs.

9.4 PLANNING VEHICLE MOVEMENTS

It is essential that satisfactory arrangements are planned and implemented for vehicles associated with the construction works. This mainly involves entering and leaving the traffic stream at work areas, accesses and side roads, or turning around.

Locations for turning across lanes carrying traffic and for entry and exit to and from work areas for vehicles associated with the work will be restricted to well defined points selected after considering relevant factors including:

• sight distance;

• vertical grades

• horizontal grades

• traffic volumes of through traffic;

• approach speeds of through traffic; and

• areas clear of traffic lanes for accelerating and decelerating.

When planning construction vehicle movements Baulderstone will:

• comply with all relevant environmental approvals;

• minimise the number of vehicle movements by balancing earthworks and recycling excavated materials;

• conduct a risk assessment to identify specific hazards and to facilitate the application mitigation measures;

• promote safe driving principles;

• develop on-road haulage routes that not only provide an efficient operation but minimises the impact on the road network and local community;

• analyse, assess and mitigate the impacts of the traffic generated by the construction works;

• set-up depots, stock piles and batching plants at locations that minimise travel distances and impacts;

• limit haulage operations to the construction corridor as much as feasible;

• limit the number of access points and haul road crossings;

• evaluate the need for temporary traffic control;

• implement appropriate environmental controls;

• provide an efficient and well maintained vehicle fleet;

• prepare Vehicle Movement Plans (VMP) for all construction vehicle movements; and

• determine the most appropriate hours of operation that will minimise the impact on the road network and local communities.



9.5 ON-SITE CONSTRUCTION VEHICLE MOVEMENTS

Construction vehicle movements on the construction site need to be carefully planned to address the various hazards and conflict points that occur within the work area and where a number of work areas interface with each other including the presence of workers on foot adjacent to working plant, mixing light vehicles with heavy vehicles, rough surfaces, poor sight distance and alignments, deep excavations and steep embankments.

To address these risks Baulderstone will ensure that:

• a risk assessment is conducted for all work activities and vehicle movements;

• VMPs are developed for all vehicle movement on sites;

• regular toolbox meetings are held to discuss on-site vehicles movements;

• all plant are fitted with the appropriate safety features;

• all plant are regularly inspected for road-worthiness and are deemed ‘fit-for-purpose’;

• all access tracks are clearly defined and sign posted;

• pedestrian tracks and crossing points are provided where necessary and clearly sign posted;

• large plants, such as scrapers are separated from small plant items where possible;

• workers do not operate within exclusion zones of moving plant;

• exclusion zones at work areas and around plant are clearly delineated and where possible, physical separation is provided;

• spotters and traffic controllers are positioned to assist and warn workers who are operating in close proximity to access roads and moving plant;

• appropriate temporary traffic controls are installed where required;

• consideration is given to the installation of reduced on-site speed limits; and

• site escorts are considered at locations where high-risk activities are being undertaken.

9.6 ROAD NETWORK CONSTRUCTION VEHICLE MOVEMENTS

Baulderstone will plan all vehicle movements to minimise the impact on the road network. However, where on-road haulage operations are required Baulderstone will:

• conduct traffic analysis to determine the number of vehicle movements and assess the potential impact on the road network;

• develop a route that maximises the use of the arterial roads and minimises the use of local roads;

• consult with Ballina Shire Council and Byron Shire Council and the RTA’s Representative during the development of haulage plans;

• where possible, avoid movements during peak periods;

• develop a detailed VMP and toolbox all drivers; and

• ensure that the fleet are regularly maintained.

9.7 CONSTRUCTION ACCESS POINTS

The most hazardous movement for construction vehicles occur when the vehicle is entering or exiting the construction site to and from the adjacent travel lane. When planning construction access points Baulderstone will:

• consider the use of existing local road junctions to access construction work areas where feasible;

• keep the number of access points to a minimum;



• ensure that the new construction access points do not adversely impact on any existing intersections, traffic facilities or traffic generating developments;

• ensure that all access points comply with the RMS Road Design guide standards in relation to sight distance, turning paths appropriate for the vehicle usage, intersection layouts, lane widths, acceleration and deceleration lanes and right turn bays to protect the right turn movement;

• ensure the junction configuration has sufficient capacity to accommodate the traffic generated by the construction site;

• ensure that security fences and gates at access points are indented to enable vehicles to park clear of the adjacent travel lanes;

• ensure that access points are constructed of a suitable all weather surface that prevents debris from being tracked onto the adjacent travel lanes;

• ensure that all access points are clearly visible to approaching traffic and signposted accordingly; and

• consider the use of temporary traffic control to facilitate short-term major haulage operations and the movement of over-dimension vehicles where required.

Each site access will be detailed in a SSCTMSP and the associated vehicle movement plan(s), which will show the exact entry and exit points for works vehicles and the associated signage.

9.8 IMPLEMENTATION OF TRAFFIC CONTROLS

The risk assessment, and or VMP will identify those specific locations where temporary traffic controls will be required to mitigate a particular hazardous movement.

The type of temporary traffic controls to be installed by Baulderstone may include, but not be limited to:

• truck turning ahead signs in advance of access points;

• reduce speed zones on the approaches to access points and turning locations;

• traffic controllers at access points to facilitate entry and exit movements where required;

• road shoulder closures to provide deceleration and acceleration lanes; and

• closure of slow and fast lanes on dual carriageways to provide deceleration and acceleration lanes.

In addition, all access points will have a unique identification number that will be sign posted on the approaches and at the access.

Details of all access points and signage will be detailed on the overarching project Construction Traffic Management and Safety Plan.

9.9 ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS

Baulderstone will implement various environmental controls and measures for the haulage operations to mitigate the impacts on the surrounding road network. The controls and measures to be applied will include, but not be limited to:

• the compulsory covering of all loads prior to leaving the site;

• provision of wheel wash facilities or other devices to ensure mud, dirt or other material is deposited onto any road which is open to the public;

• maintenance of all construction vehicles to prevent loss of fuels, lubricants, loads or other substances, whether in the form of dust, liquids, solids or otherwise

• dust suppression measures conducted regularly at loading/unloading areas and along the routes; and

• clean-up crews, including street sweepers, will be available to manage material spills.



9.10 MONITORING

During haulage operations regular monitoring will be undertaken along the various haulage routes to ensure that:

• Operations are complying with the MCoA and the requirements of the CTMSP;

• Haulage operations are not causing increased traffic congestion throughout the road network;

• The VMPs are being applied and compliance is being achieved;

• Damage to pavements and traffic facilities are reported and rectified;

• Haulage vehicles are fitted with appropriate warning devices;

• All required TCPs are installed correctly;

• The required vehicle and access point environmental controls have been applied and are performing to the required level; and

• The monitoring of local roads will be conducted in consultation with Byron Shire Council and Ballina Shire Council.

The Traffic Manager has the authority to stop an activity if the impact on the road network is deemed to be unacceptable. Such circumstances would include debris on the road causing a safety hazard or traffic congestion caused by construction vehicle movements that contravene the road network performance criteria for traffic delays.



10. SAFETY AND AMENITY OF ROAD USERS Baulderstone will safely manage the interaction with all road users, including pedestrians, cyclists and over-dimension heavy vehicles during the construction of this project. Baulderstone recognises the importance of giving consideration to all road users, including vulnerable users, and maintaining access for all road users through and around the work sites.

10.1 MANAGEMENT OF PEDESTRIANS

Baulderstone will ensure that access is maintained for pedestrians at all times during the undertaking of construction and maintenance works. The SSCTMSP will outline any signage and/or delineation required for the specific areas of the work. Any necessary diversion of existing walking routes will be undertaken following consultation with key stakeholders and approval from the relevant road authority. The safe night time use of walking routes will be considered in the planning of any diversion.

When planning construction activities, Baulderstone will give consideration to the:

• number of pedestrians;

• type of pedestrian activity;

• origin and destination points of the pedestrians, and their desired travel path;

• needs of vulnerable pedestrians, such as young children, the elderly, vision impaired, disabled people, people with prams and trolleys; and

• proximity of pedestrian generating developments.

Baulderstone will provide a safe road environment for pedestrians by clearly defining all work areas, and where required, defined walking paths will be provided. These paths will be clearly signposted and delineated.

Where feasible, Baulderstone will aim to maintain all existing pedestrian crossing facilities. Where this cannot be achieved alternative facilities that are a similar standard to the present facility will be provided.

A Traffic Control Plan will be developed for all alterations to existing pedestrian crossing facilities.

Baulderstone will obtain approval from the relevant road authority prior to adjusting any existing pedestrian crossing facility or the implementation of any new temporary facility.

10.2 MANAGEMENT OF CYCLISTS

Baulderstone will ensure that access is maintained for cyclists at all times during the undertaking of construction and maintenance works. The SSCTMSP will outline any signage and/or delineation required for the specific areas of the work. Any necessary diversion of existing cycling routes will be undertaken following consultation with key stakeholders and approval from the relevant road authority. The safe night time use of cycling routes will be considered in the planning of any diversion.

When planning construction activities, Baulderstone will give consideration to the:

• number of cyclists;

• type of cycling activity;

• origin and destination points of the cyclists, and the connectivity of their routes;

• proximity of cyclist generating developments; and

• the travel speed of cyclists.

Baulderstone will provide a safe road environment for cyclists by clearly defining all work areas, and where required, defined cycling paths will be provided. These paths will be clearly signposted and delineated.



Where feasible, Baulderstone will aim to maintain all existing cycling facilities. Where this cannot be

achieved alternative facilities that are a similar standard to the present facility will be provided.

A Traffic Control Plan will be developed for all alterations to existing cycling facilities.

Baulderstone will obtain approval from the relevant road authority prior to adjusting any existing cycling facility or the implementation of any new temporary facility.

10.3 MANAGEMENT OF HEAVY VEHICLE ACCESS

Baulderstone acknowledges the importance of maintaining access along Australia’s major freight routes. The Pacific Highway is one of Australia’s most important transport corridors, which provides a direct route between Sydney and Brisbane.

Baulderstone will ensure that access is maintained for heavy vehicles, including over-dimension loads, at all times during the undertaking of construction and maintenance works. Planning of traffic control operations and temporary works will incorporate the requirements of all heavy vehicle access through the work site.

To facilitate the movement of heavy vehicles Baulderstone will:

• give consideration to the movement of heavy vehicles and over-dimension loads when preparing temporary works drawings and Traffic Control Plans;

• avoid traffic control operations at night so as not to disrupt night freight movements;

• limit obstructions and restrictions on the carriageways, and when required provide alternatives to maintain access for transport operators including over-dimension load movements;

• when traffic control operations are in place, traffic controllers will effectively co-ordinate the movement of over-dimension vehicles through the work site; and

• assist the RMS Special Permits Unit and over-dimension operators by notifying the RMS, including the Pacific Highway Traffic and Safety Manager, of any obstructions that may impact on over-dimension vehicle movements.

Baulderstone will also ensure the effective management of over-dimensioned heavy vehicle movements relating to the construction works. In particular, one of the highest risk activities will be the delivery of super-T bridge girders to site. This activity will require detailed planning to address all risks and ensure that the activity is undertaken in a safe and efficient manner.

It is proposed that a girder delivery strategy will be developed through consultation with key stakeholders. For the purpose of girder delivery, these stakeholders will include representatives from the Construction Team and RMS Project Team, RMS Traffic and Safety Manager Pacific Highway and RMS Network Operations Manager, NSW Police, local councils and haulage operators.



11. ROAD OCCUPANCY APPROVALS Baulderstone will obtain approval from the RTA’s Representative for all road occupancies, detours and closures in accordance with the deed. Road Occupancies must comply, as a minimum, with the requirements as set out in the Scope of Works and Technical Criteria however, it is noted that RMS may elect to prohibit road or lane closures due to special events or other high traffic demands.

When any unplanned closure of a lane or a restriction in the flow of traffic occurs on the existing Pacific Highway, Baulderstone will immediately advise the RTA’s Representative of the nature of the closure or restriction and the schedule for re-opening of the lanes. Baulderstone will take all required measures to open the lane as quickly as possible.

A road occupancy is defined as any part of Baulderstone’s work, including maintenance of the existing highway that will or is likely to delay, including obstruct, restrict, close, interfere with, slow or stop, the free flow of traffic on any lane or shoulder of the existing highway, the temporary works being used by existing highway traffic or any part of the works opened to traffic. Road occupancies include, but are not limited to:

• Shoulder occupancies and/or closures;

• Lane occupancies and/or closures;

• Any occupation of the construction site by labour, equipment, or plant that requires a traffic control plan under the provisions of RMS D&C G10 specification; and

• Any other event that causes delays to the free flow of traffic.

The duration of a delay is defined as the total period of time during which the free flow of traffic is obstructed, restricted, closed, interfered with, slowed or stopped and includes the time taken to clear all stopped, slowed and queued traffic and return the traffic to free flow condition.

In accordance with the requirements of NSW Traffic Legislation, Baulderstone Alliance will obtain the necessary approvals from the appropriate road authorities prior to conducting any works within the road reserve.

11.1 ROAD OCCUPANCY ON LOCAL ROADS

Baulderstone will obtain the concurrence of the relevant Local Council(s) prior to the installation of temporary traffic controls/devices and occupying any part of the local road network.

• The submission to the Council will include:

• brief details of the works to be conducted;

• any relevant design drawings of the works;

• program of the works;

• copies of TCPs;

• copies of VMPs;

• if applicable, details of Speed Zone Authorisation (SZA) submission; and

• contact details of a construction site representative.

11.2 RMS ROAD OCCUPANCY LICENSING

The Road Occupancy Licence scheme for the Pacific Highway is managed by the RMS Traffic and Safety Manager at the Pacific Highway Office at Grafton. All ROL applications will be submitted to the RTA’s Representative for forwarding on to the Traffic and Safety Manager at the Pacific Highway Office for approval.



11.3 RMS ROL SUBMISSION PROCEDURE

Guidance on applying for an ROL is provided in the RMS Pacific Highway Road Occupancy Licensing Guidelines issued by the Pacific Highway Office. The manual contains a number of explanatory notes, checklists, and application forms.

The Traffic Manager will be responsible for submitting ROL applications to the RTA’s Representative for approval. The RMS generally requires at least 10 working days to process the application and will either grant or reject application within this period.

It should be noted the ROL request must comply with the various road safety and traffic management principles, objectives and targets outlined in the CTMSP and the Scope of Works and Technical Criteria.

11.4 EXTENSIONS TO ROL PERIOD OF OPERATION

The RMS has generally limited the maximum period of a ROL to one month to 6 months. To obtain extensions, Baulderstone will be required to re-submit ROL submissions.

It is the responsibility of the Traffic Manager to ensure the validity of each approved ROL, thus regular monitoring of ROL expiry dates is essential. The Traffic Manager will maintain a ROL database, which will contain details of ROLs to assist with this process.

11.5 ROL CONDITIONS

Generally, the RMS will apply conditions to ROL approvals, which may include:

• maximum traffic stoppage times;

• maximum queue lengths;

• maximum travel time delays;

• measures to provide information to road users;

• provision of a weekly schedule outlining the proposed road occupancies for the preceding week; and

• records detailing the date and time of the road occupancy, and the location of all signs, and any other relevant information associated with the traffic control, must be kept.

The RMS has the power to revoke ROL approvals at any time for breaches of the associated conditions.

11.6 AUTHORISATION LIMITATIONS

In accordance with the RMS’ requirements, the responsibility for compliance with the ROL conditions remains with Baulderstone. The granting of an ROL by the RMS does not:

• constitute approval by the RMS of any actions that relate to traffic safety, occupational health and safety, or environmental issues and management;

• relieve Baulderstone or any person of their responsibility for compliance with legislation, regulations, or established operational procedures; or

• change any management accountability or responsibility.



12. ROADWORK SPEED LIMITS Roadwork speed limits and zoning in road occupancies on the T2E project will comply with the RMS ‘Traffic Control at Work Sites’ manual and the RMS NSW Speed Zoning Guidelines. The key principles for the effective implementation of roadwork speed limits are:

• they are self-enforcing or will be enforced;

• they are not be used alone but with other traffic control signs and devices;

• they are not be used in place of more effective traffic controls; and

• they are only to be used while roadworks are in progress or the lower standard road conditions exist.

Baulderstone acknowledges that roadwork speed zones must be logical and credible, as well as enforceable.

The roadwork speed limits to be used on this project will not be less than 60km/h at all times, except in special circumstances that are approved by the RTA’s Representative. To ensure that roadwork speed limit signage is effective in advising road users of the prevailing speed limit, roadwork speed signs will be a minimum Type C size signs duplicated on both sides of the carriageway at any changes in posted speed limits. Also, to ensure that the maintenance requirements for the signage are kept to a minimum, the signs must be supported on two posts.

12.1 DETERMINING THE NEED FOR A ROADWORK SPEED ZONE

Roadwork speed zones are only effective in controlling driver behaviour if they appear reasonable to drivers. A reduced roadwork speed zone must only be implemented where it is warranted.

Roadwork speed zones must not be applied as the first option to control traffic, but as a supplementary measure to the installation of more effective temporary traffic control signs and devices.

Roadwork speed zones may be installed to assist in controlling vehicle speeds when traffic travels through the work site, workers are endangered by high speed traffic, dust or smoke reduces visibility, there is loose material on the road surface, the road geometry is of a lower standard, deep excavations are adjacent to the travel lanes, on bridges for reason of structural safety and diversion onto opposing travel lanes or carriageways.

12.2 SUBMISSION PROCEDURE

Guidance for applicants applying for SZA is provided in the RMS Road Occupancy Manual issued by the Transport Management Centre (TMC). The manual contains a number of explanatory notes, checklists, and application forms.

The Traffic Manager will be responsible for submitting Speed Zone Authorisation submissions to the RTA’s Representative for approval. The RMS generally requires at least 10 working days to process the application and will either grant or reject the application within this period.

Once approved, Baulderstone will forward a copy of the SZA to the local NSW Police Highway Patrol Office, and if necessary to the Local Council. Copies of speed zone authorisations applicable to any road occupancies must be available at the road occupancies for the duration of the road occupancies.

12.3 EXTENSIONS TO SZA PERIOD OF OPERATION

The RMS limits the period of operation of a SZA from one month to six months. To obtain extensions, the Traffic Manager will be required to re-submit a SZA submission.

It is the responsibility of the Traffic Manager to ensure the validity of each approved SZA, thus regular monitoring of SZA expiry dates is essential. The Traffic Manager will maintain an ROL database, which will contain details of SZA to assist with this process.



12.4 SPEED ZONE AUTHORISATION CONDITIONS

Generally, the RMS will apply conditions to SZA approvals, and has the power to revoke an approval at any time for breaches of the conditions.

The typical conditions include, but not limited to:

• a copy of the SZA must be forwarded to the local NSW Police Highway Patrol representative, and for local roads to the Local Council representative accordingly;

• the temporary roadwork speed zone must be installed in compliance with conditions, notes, applicable dates and locations stipulated in SZA;

• all temporary roadwork speed limits must be installed as per the TCP and operated in accordance with the RMS’ Traffic Control at Work Sites manual;

• similar to all regulatory signs, the speed limit signs are to be properly erected, and any contradictory signs or road markings are to be removed or covered; and

• records detailing the date and time the speed limit is in operation, the speed limit displayed, and the location of all signs, and any other relevant information associated with the speed limit, must be kept.

12.5 AUTHORISATION LIMITATIONS

Similar to ROL approvals and in accordance with the RMS’ requirements, the responsibility for compliance with the SZA conditions remains with Baulderstone. The RMS’ granting of a SZA does not:

• constitute approval by the RMS of any actions that relate to traffic safety, occupational health and safety, or environmental issues and management;

• relieve Baulderstone or any person of their responsibility for compliance with legislation, regulations, or established operational procedures; or

• change any management accountability or responsibility.



13. TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNS AND DEVICES Traffic control devices are all signs, traffic signals, pavement markings, traffic islands, and/or other devices placed or erected to regulate, warn and/or guide road users. All traffic control devices used on the T2E project will be in accordance with RMS and Australian standards and guidelines. The development of temporary signposting schemes associated with the traffic staging arrangements will be undertaken to meet the requirements as stipulated in the Scope of Works and Technical Criteria.

13.1 TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES

The following Traffic Control Devices may be used as required by the Specification and as shown on the SSCTMSP;

• Safety barriers

• Pavement markings and signs

• Portable Variable Message Signs

• Radar Activated Speed Signs

• Temporary Traffic Signals

13.1.1 SAFETY BARRIERS

Where identified in the TCP for work, safety barriers will be provided to protect the work areas and pedestrian areas from traffic. The safety barriers used on the project will be selected from the list of safety barrier products accepted by RMS. A statement of the basis for the selection and locations of safety barrier systems and their end treatments will be submitted to the RTA’s Representative prior to implementation.

All safety barriers will be installed in accordance with Specification RMS D&C R132 and the acceptance conditions for that safety barrier product.

An exclusion zone will be established behind barriers as required and no construction work or pedestrian movement will be permitted within the deflection or impact zone of safety barriers.

All safety barrier installations will be inspected to ensure compliance with the manufacturer’s specification and RMS’ requirements.

13.1.2 PAVEMENT MARKINGS AND SIGNS

All pavement markings, retro-reflective raise pavement markers and signposting used in the temporary works will comply with the requirements of RMS specifications D&C R141, R142 and R143 respectively, to the same standard as permanent work.

Unless otherwise specified, waterborne paint will be used for pavement markings for temporary works.

The removal of redundant pavement markings from wearing surfaces, other than final wearing surfaces, will comply with the RMS Traffic Control at Work Sites manual.

13.1.3 PORTABLE VARIABLE MESSAGE SIGNS

During the construction of this project, Baulderstone will utilise portable Variable Message Signs to enhance advanced warning sign posting and provide changed traffic condition information to road users.

When not required for construction activities, the VMS can also be utilised to support the RMS’s incident management operations, and for the display of road safety messages.

The use of VMS and the appropriate message will be incorporated within the SSCTMSPs.



The positioning and setting of VMS messages will be coordinated by the Traffic Manager in consultation with the RTA’s Representative.

Baulderstone will deploy the VMS and set standard messages in accordance with the RMS’ VMS Policy - Technical Directions TDT 2002/11 and TDT2005/02A. All VMS utilised on the project will comply with RMS equipment specification P3074A.

As required in the Scope of Technical Criteria, a minimum of six trailer mounted VMS are to be provided on the construction site from the start of any construction activity on the construction site until the date of construction completion. The signs must be used to aid traffic safety and delay management and to provide information to road users. These six VMS will be incorporated in the project signage and advanced warning signage strategy targeting the main approaches to the project area and the locations and messages will be implemented in consultation with the RTA’s Representative.

A minimum of one additional VMS sign must be provided and installed on the Pacific Highway and the existing highway on each approach to all road occupancies. During the period of operation of the road occupancy, the VMS must be operated continuously to notify all road users of the road occupancy by displaying appropriate messages to this effect. The VMS must have a remotely controlled 24-hour message change facility to make immediate changes to the messages on the VMS. Where required by the conditions of a ROL, the VMS must be installed at least one week prior to the day of the implementation of the road occupancy to provide advance notification to all road users of the future road occupancy.

13.1.4 RADAR ACTIVATED SPEED SIGNS

As required in the Scope of Technical Criteria, a minimum of six speed monitoring VMS will be provided during the construction period at suitable locations as identified in the SSTMSP and as approved by the RTA’s Representative.

The speed monitoring VMS will be located in positions suitable for influencing the travelling speed of motorists entering the reduced speed zone. The locations and the message will be agreed with the RTA’s Representative prior to implementation.

Calibration details from the VMS supplier will be obtained to confirm the accuracy of each device is within the manufacturer’s tolerances.

The effectiveness of the speed limit reductions will be4 monitored and a log of vehicle speeds will be submitted to the RTA’s Representative each week.

13.1.5 FLASHING ARROWS SIGNS

Flashing Arrow Signs (FAS) are key components of most TCPs, in particular for use when closing single lanes along dual carriageways, and conducting mobile traffic control operations.

The requirements of when to utilise a FAS are stipulated in the various standard TCPs contained in Appendix 4 of the RMS Traffic Control at Work Sites manual. When stipulated by the TCP, Baulderstone will implement FAS in accordance with Section 11 of the RMS’ Traffic Control at Works Sites Manual.

All FAS used on this project will comply with the RMS equipment specification FAS/4 and be controlled by the appropriately trained traffic control team member.

13.1.6 PORTABLE TRAFFIC SIGNALS

In some situations during the construction of this project, Baulderstone will utilise portable traffic signals to enhance Traffic Controller operations. The specific uses may include one lane alternate, haul road crossings, and for short-term full closure operations. All portable traffic signals installed on the Pacific Highway will be manually operated by a Traffic Controller and coordinated with end of queue management arrangements

When stipulated by the TCP, Baulderstone will implement the portable traffic signals in accordance with



Section 10 of the RMS’ Traffic Control at Work Sites Manual.

All portable traffic signals used on this Project will comply with RMS equipment specification PTS/3 and be controlled by the appropriately trained traffic control team member.

In accordance with Section 51 of the Road Transport (Safety and Traffic Management) Act, Baulderstone will obtain approval from the relevant road authority prior to installing the set of portable traffic signals.

13.2 SIGNAGE REQUIREMENTS

The temporary signage requirements for the project are as follows:

• All temporary signs must be maintained in good condition for the full period of display;

• Six project signs are to be installed on the approaches to the site;

• Six project management plates are to be installed on the approaches to the site;

• Six project information signs are to be installed on the construction site or on the surrounding road network;

• Six delay information signs are to be installed on the approaches to the construction site;

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• Identification signage will be provided at all construction access points;

• Security signage will be provided at all construction access points and along the work area perimeter to discourage unauthorised access.



14. TRAFFIC CONTROL PLANS A Traffic Control Plan (TCP) is defined in the RMS’ “Traffic Control at Worksite Manual”, as a diagram showing signs and devices arranged to warn traffic and guide it around, past or, if necessary through a part of the construction site or temporary hazard.

The TCPs prepared by Baulderstone will be based on the principles and measures outlined in the CTMSP, and the requirements of the RMS ‘Traffic Control at Work Sites’ manual, AS 1742.3 and the RMS D&C G10 Traffic Management specification.

All TCPs will be developed with the aim to:

• Warn drivers of changes to the usual road conditions;

• Inform drivers about changed conditions;

• Guide drivers through the work site; and

• Safety for workers, motorists, pedestrians and cyclists.

14.1 TRAFFIC CONTROL PLAN DESIGN PROCESS

TCPs will be designed specifically for the project. This design work will be undertaken by a person qualified in the ‘Design and Inspect Traffic Control Plans’ course ie. holds a current Orange card. The project specific TCPs will be designed using computer aided drafting software and not be hand-drawn, unless approved otherwise by the RTA’s Representative. All text, dimensions and symbols will be clearly presented, legible to the naked eye and unambiguous. The chainages shown on the TCP will match those shown and used in the Design Documentation.

Property accesses, side roads, and any special features affecting the positioning of signs and other traffic control devices will be shown on the plan.

Each TCP will also include a statement describing the situation for which the TCP is applicable. If traffic staging is to be used, an individual TCP will be produced for each stage of the works.

The TCP with associated vehicle movement plans, ROL and SZA must be submitted to the RTA’s Representative at least 5 working days prior to its proposed use.

14.2 TYPES OF TRAFFIC CONTROL PLANS

TCPs for long-term works will be prepared for the installation of sidetracks, diversions, reduced roadwork speed limits, auxiliary lane closures, shoulder closures, provision of temporary safety barriers and construction access points. Where required, enhanced sign posting and road markings schemes will be applied along sidetrack and approaching the transitions between dual carriageways and two lane/two way sections.

Short-term TCPs will be installed as required to facilitate day-to-day construction activities such as, the installation of sidetracks, median crossovers, installation of safety barriers, surveying and geotechnical activities, rock blasting operations, site deliveries, plant movements and haulage operations.

14.3 SITE INSPECTIONS

The Project Manager responsible for the work activity will conduct a detailed site inspection with the aim to identify the existing lane configurations, junction treatments, traffic control signage, speed zone locations, side roads, alignment restrictions horizontal and vertical, private access points, bus stops, cycle/pedestrian facilities, bridge structures, roadside furniture, and any feature that may affect the installation of the desired TCP.



15. TRAFFIC CONTROL INSPECTIONS The continuous monitoring of temporary traffic controls implemented at work sites is critical to the success of providing a safe environment for road workers and road users. The records of the inspections will be kept in Project Centre and accessible to the Project Verifier and RMS.

Inspections of the temporary traffic controls will be conducted in accordance with the RMS ‘Traffic Control at Work Sites’ manual and Australian Standard AS 1742.3 and will focus on monitoring compliance against the TCP and identify any safety hazards, to enable Baulderstone to implement corrective solutions.

Baulderstone will be conducting four main types of inspections on this project:

• pre-start and pre-close down inspections of short-term traffic control;

• weekly inspections of long-term traffic control;

• night inspections of long-term traffic control; and

• pre-opening inspections of temporary roads.

15.1 INSPECTION FREQUENCY AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Construction Manager or delegate (Traffic Manager) will ensure regular inspections of temporary traffic controls are conducted during the construction of this project.

The frequency of the traffic control at work sites inspections will be subject to the construction program and the types of activities in progress. The responsibility and frequency of inspections summarised in the table below.

Inspection Responsibility Frequency

Pre-start and pre-close down

Traffic Control Leading Hand and Site Engineer

Before works start and prior to closing down. The Leading Hand must also conduct regular inspections throughout the shift.

Weekly inspections Foreman and Site Engineer On the day before the work begins, and at least once per week.

Night inspections Foreman and Site Engineer At least once during the first week and at least every two months.

Pre-opening inspections of temporary roadways

Project Manager and Traffic Manager

Prior to opening any temporary traffic switches, sidetracks or carriageway deviation to traffic.



16. TRAFFIC CONTROL ROAD SAFETY AUDITS Baulderstone will arrange for independent road safety audits to be undertaken in accordance with the RMS Guidelines for Road Safety Audit Practices, at the Developed Concept Design and Substantial Detailed Design stages in the development of the Design Documentation and immediately prior to and after the opening of any part of the Project Works or Temporary Works to traffic.

The RMS must be invited to attend, to enable it to observe all road safety audits undertaken by Baulderstone. Issues identified in road safety audits are non-conformities which must be addressed by Baulderstone in accordance with the Quality Plan.

In accordance with RMS D&C G10 Traffic Management specification, TCPs must also be independently audited, prior to implementation, by a Road safety Auditor, who must be certified to Level 2 in the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australia (IPWEA) Road Safety Auditor Register. The audit will be undertaken in accordance with the guidelines contained in the Austroads document ‘Guide to Road Safety Part 6: Road Safety Audit’.

Copies of the Road Safety Audit report and any subsequent correspondence with the Road Safety Auditor will be submitted to the RTA’s Representative with the TCP for approval.

16.1 AUDIT METHODOLOGY

The following methodology will be applied on this project when conducting the road safety audits:

• a commencement meeting will be held between audit team and construction representatives;

• reviewing relevant documents (including design plans, crash histories, previous audits etc);

• conduct site inspections during the day and night, noting deficiencies and hazards;

• assessing the inspection findings in accordance with relevant practices, guides and standards;

• forwarding a draft list of deficiencies to the responsible Project Manager for review, and if necessary immediate action;

• prepare a concise audit report, which includes a table detailing the deficiencies identified and their preliminary risk rating;

• conduct a completion meeting with the Project Manager;

• the Project Manager provides a response to the audit findings; and

• where necessary, the Project Manager is to program necessary actions to rectify deficiencies.

• Baulderstone will also apply this methodology and provide feedback to any road safety audits that are conducted by the Client, road authority, or other stakeholders.



17. TEMPORARY WORKS 17.1 TEMPORARY ROADWAYS

Within the traffic staging requirements for the junctions there are locations where temporary lengths of road, roadway widening or regulation of the existing alignment will be required to undertake the construction in accordance with our planning. These are shown on the Construction Staging drawings in Appendix 5. Final detailed design drawings of the Temporary works will be part of the SSCTMSPs.

The construction of the temporary roadways and detours will be in accordance with the approved Construction Staging road design drawings. This includes the modification and strengthening of existing pavement and road shoulders, where they are unlikely to be able to support the new traffic loadings. The works on temporary roadways and detours is subject to Temporary Works Design approval and construction will not proceed without prior RMS approval.

Construction of temporary roadways will comply with the relevant RMS Specifications for the particular roadworks element.

Temporary works will meet the needs of all road and path users, provide traffic safety, security, maintain access to properties, temporary environmental controls, temporary facilities, temporary infrastructure and all temporary measures to meet the requirements of the Scope of Works and Technical Criteria.

17.2 DESIGN STANDARDS

The design and sign posted travel speed limit for carriageways carrying Pacific Highway traffic will be 80km/h, except where the Bangalow interchange roundabout is implemented as part of the construction staging where the design and signposted travel speed for traffic using the area must be 60km/h. Minimum widths of traffic lanes to be 3.5m, except as required by section 6.1 of RMS D&C G10. The minimum width of shoulders will be 1.2m.

Where a single carriageway of the main carriageways is utilised as a two way road for Pacific Highway traffic as part of traffic staging and where the available shoulder width on the single carriageway is less than 3.0 metres, breakdown bays are to be provided for each direction of traffic flow at a maximum spacing of one kilometre along the single carriageway. Breakdown bays to be as a minimum:

• Have a sealed surface;

• Be a minimum 35 metres long and 3.5 metres wide, excluding shoulder; and

• Be signposted, including advance signage.

For the avoidance of doubt:

• When a permanent carriageway is utilised as a two way road and the single carriageway contains a 2.5m wide shoulder and an adjacent 1.0m wide SO gutter the 3.0m shoulder width condition will be satisfied; and

• When the permanent carriageway is utilised as a two way road, the single carriageway will generally require widening, on the offside of the permanent carriageway, in the areas that do not contain cross carriageway access at spacings of less than 1 km. Cross carriageway accesses with deceleration lanes satisfy the requirements relating to breakdown bays as indicated in the points above.

17.3 TEMPORARY LIGHTING

The SSTMSP shall identify the need for temporary lighting. The requirement for lighting shall be determined by risk assessment and shall be agreed with the RMS and the police. The positions and numbers of lighting sources will be identified in the SSCTMSP.



17.4 OPENING TEMPORARY ROADWAYS AND DETOURS

Prior to opening temporary roadways and detours to traffic all pavement markings, retro-reflective raised pavement markers, signposting and safety barriers and installation of portable or temporary traffic signals must be completed.

An inspection by a person qualified in the RMS ‘Design and Inspect Traffic Control Plans’ course will be arranged to verify that regulatory signs, warning signs and traffic control devices have been suitably located to be visible and effective under the site conditions and expected traffic speeds before opening the temporary roadways to traffic.

Any deficiencies identified during the inspection should be rectified prior to opening and the adjustments amended on the TCP to show the final traffic control arrangement in place.

Unless otherwise approved by the RTA’s Representative, traffic may only be switched to a temporary roadway or detour where the Baulderstone workforce will be performing work on the construction site for minimum of two successive days thereafter. Unless otherwise approved by the RTA’s Representative, the existing roadway being replaced cannot be disturbed for at least two days after the opening of the temporary roadway or detour to traffic, to provide for the event where failure of the temporary roadway or detour occurs and there is a need to redirect traffic back onto the existing roadway.

17.5 ROAD SAFETY AUDIT OF TEMPORARY ROADWAYS OR DETOURS

Baulderstone are required to arrange for a road safety audit within 24 hours of implementation of any TCPs for long-term temporary work. A qualified road safety auditor will be arranged to undertake an inspection of the traffic control measures during both daytime and night time.

If the original measures prove not to be fully effective, the Traffic Manager, in consultation with the Road Safety Auditor and the RTA’s Representative, will revise the TCP without delay and implement appropriate corrective measures.

The Traffic Manager will submit a report to the RTA’s Representative within 7 days of implementation of the TCPs. This report will include findings from the Road safety Auditor’s inspections and any changes implemented to the long-term work TCPs.

17.6 REMOVAL OF TEMPORARY ROADWAYS AND DETOURS

Upon completion of the works, the temporary roadways and/or detour arrangements will be removed and the area restored to a condition equivalent to that which existed prior to the commencement of the work.



18. MANAGEMENT OF UNPLANNED INCIDENTS The detailed management of large scale emergencies and incidents within the boundary of the site shall be in accordance with the State requirements as laid out in the State Disaster Plan as detailed below.

Notwithstanding this, should an incident occur within the boundary of any area subject to a Traffic Control Plan, Baulderstone will assist the RMS or Emergency Services as required. The RMS and Emergency Services will have the contact number for the Baulderstone Traffic Manager and will be able to call for assistance at all times throughout the duration of the project.

For non-emergency but disruptive incidents the Traffic Manager or his representative will attend the location of the incident and assess the course of act required and the level of involvement required of Baulderstone resources. This assessment and the course of action will be coordinated with the local emergency services if they are in attendance.

The Baulderstone Traffic Manager, Construction Manager and the Construction General Superintendent are the contractor personnel to be contacted in the case of an emergency or other serious incident within the length of the Works. These persons will have sufficient access to labour, plant and materials as necessary to immediately undertake repairs, to a minimum sufficient level of safety to permit traffic to use the area damaged or disrupted by the incident. Within an acceptable minimum time the area will be completely repaired to the full and compliant safety level.

Should a Works vehicle breakdown en route or within the compound, it is the sub-contractors responsibility to arrange recovery. Should the breakdown cause congestion on the Pacific Highway, the Traffic Manager will be able to determine the level of assistance required.

18.1 MANAGEMENT OF EMERGENCIES IN NSW

The Government of New South Wales acknowledges the inevitable nature of emergencies and their potentially significant social, economic and environmental consequences. Accordingly, the Government has enacted the State Emergency and Rescue Management Act, 1989. Emergencies may be controlled by combat agencies or emergency operations controllers as specified in the State Emergency and Rescue Management Act, 1989, which recognises the need for a coordinated response by all agencies having roles or responsibilities for such emergencies. Organisations have been identified in the State Disaster Plan as the agencies primarily responsible for controlling particular hazards/emergencies. Combat agencies particularly relating to the NSW are detailed in the following table.

Table. Agency Responsibilities

Event Agency

Law Enforcement/Emergencies NSW Police

Fire NSW Fire Brigades/NSW Rural Fire Service

Hazardous Materials NSW Fire Brigades

Flood NSW State Emergency Service

Storm and Tempest NSW State Emergency Service

18.2 ROADS AND MARITIME SERVICES (RMS) RESPONSIBILITIES

In accordance with its statutory obligations, RMS has the ultimate responsibility for road safety and traffic management of the State Road Network. It is the lead agency for traffic management in New South Wales, including the management of unplanned incidents in co-ordination with NSW Police. For further information refer to the “RMS and Police – Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Traffic Management of Incidents” (1999).

The RMS Transport Management Centre (TMC) at Eveleigh is responsible for the management of unplanned incidents throughout the NSW road network. Under the RMS and Police MOU, the incident scene and responsibility is divided into three cordons:



• Inner Cordon – Police lead with RMS support;

• Outside the Inner Cordon – RMS lead with Police support; and

• Outside of Outer Cordon – RMS lead and manage.

Baulderstone may be requested by emergency service agencies or the RMS to provide support when emergencies / unplanned incidents occur within, or adjacent to the construction site.

18.3 BAULDERSTONE ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The site management of unplanned incidents is ultimately the responsibility of the Baulderstone Construction Manager or Construction General Superintendent. These persons will determine the actions required in response to requests from emergency response agencies including the RMS and shall direct Baulderstone and subcontractor resources as required.

Any issues associated with traffic management shall be coordinated by the Traffic Manager under the direction of the Construction Manager or Construction General Superintendent.

18.4 MANAGEMENT OF UNPLANNED INCIDENTS

The occurrence of unplanned incidents within the construction site will potentially have negative impacts on the operation of the road network. Similarly incidents that occur on the surrounding road network can temporarily restrict construction activities.

In the event of an unplanned traffic incident the Traffic Manager will:

• determine the details of the incident and identify the likely impact on the road network;

• inform the Project Manager, RMS’ Traffic Management Controller (TMC) and appropriate emergency and support services immediately and continually co-ordinate activities for the duration of the incident;

• establish a point of contact on site;

• agree with the Construction Manager on immediate action to prevent any further harm;

• if resources are available, provide initial response to unplanned incidents with the aim to make incident scene safe, and prevent further harm to persons or property;

• provide close support to emergency services, including traffic control in the vicinity of the incident;

• during major incidents provide a senior construction representative on-site to liaise with the RMS and TMC, and emergency service agencies;

• in consultation with the Construction Manager, reschedule planned works that will interfere with the incident, or create additional delays to those road users already affected by the incident;

• monitor and disseminate road condition information to the RMS’ TMC and for their distribution to road users;

• Log all information received and actions taken;

• Monitor traffic incidents to identify a trend and in consultation with the RMS enhance traffic control measures where required; and

• Note lessons learned.

18.5 ON-SITE TRAFFIC CONTROL RESOURCES

Where available, Baulderstone will make access to on-site traffic control resources to cater for unplanned incidents (if required).



18.6 TRAFFIC CONTROL

Where required, the temporary traffic management and control measures implemented during incidents within or adjacent to the construction site will be based on the requirements stipulated in the RMS ‘Traffic Control at Worksites Manual’, and where further reference is required, Australian Standard AS1742.3, and RMS specification D&C G10 Traffic Management.

18.7 VARIABLE MESSAGE SIGNS

Baulderstone considers Variable Message Signs (VMS) as a very effective traffic control tool. During the construction of this project, Baulderstone will utilise two portable Variable Message Signs to enhance advanced warning sign posting and provide changed traffic condition information to road users.

When not required for construction activities, the VMS can also be utilised to support the RMS incident management operations.

The use of VMS and the appropriate message will be incorporated within the SSCTMSPs.

The positioning and setting of VMS messages will be coordinated by the Traffic Manager.

Baulderstone will deploy the VMS and set standard messages in accordance with the RMS’ VMS Policy - Technical Directions TDT 2002/11 and TDT2005/02A. All VMS utilised on the project will comply with RMS equipment specification P3074A.



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19. MANAGEMENT OF SPECIAL EVENTS A special event is a local or regional event which generates increased traffic volumes, reduces traffic speed or lowers the capacity of the road network. Some examples of special events include marathons, fun runs, cycling events, parades, marches and street market days.

In traffic terms, RMS defines a Special Event as any planned activity that is wholly or partially conducted on a road, requires multiple agency involvement, requires special traffic management arrangements and may involve large numbers of participants and/or spectators.

19.1 KEY GUIDELINE

In 2003, the NSW Government published “The Guide to Traffic and Transport Management for Special Events”, which provides a comprehensive guide for organising, managing and controlling special events. This guide was developed in consultation with representative from: the NSW Premier’s Department; RMS; Local Government Association; numerous NSW Local Councils; Police and members of the events industry.

19.2 RESPONSIBILITIES FOR SPECIAL EVENTS

In accordance with its statutory obligations, RMS has the ultimate responsibility for road safety and traffic management of the State Road Network. It is the lead agency for traffic management in New South Wales, including the management and control of major special events.

The RMS’ Transport Management Centre (TMC) at Eveleigh is responsible for the assessment and coordination of special events, which is conducted in consultation with event organisers, Police and local Councils.

The specific roles of the RMS, Local Council and Police are stipulated in the Guide to Traffic and Transport Management for Special Events.

19.3 CLASSES OF SPECIAL EVENTS

Special events are classified based on the potential disruption to traffic and transport systems, and the disruption to the non-event community. The four classifications are as follows:

• Class 1 – is an event that impacts major traffic and transport systems and there is significant disruption to non-event community. For example: an event that affects a principal transport route in Sydney, or one that reduces the capacity of the main highway through a country town.

• Class 2 – is an event that impacts local traffic and transport systems and there is low scale disruption to the non-event community. For example: an event that blocks off the main street of a town or shopping centre but does not impact a principal transport route or a highway.

• Class 3 – is an event with minimal impact on local roads and negligible impact on the non-event community. For example: an on-street neighbourhood Christmas party.

• Class 4 – is an event that is conducted entirely under Police control (but is not a protest or demonstration). For example: a small march conducted with a Police escort.

19.4 THE ROLE OF BAULDERSTONE

Where special events are expected to generate additional vehicle or pedestrian traffic in any areas directly or indirectly affected by the construction works or temporary works, Baulderstone must co-operate with the RTA’s Representative and other authorities to facilitate traffic and pedestrian flows on the existing road network or adjacent to the construction site.

The role of Baulderstone in special events of any category that may impact on the road network through or in the vicinity of a construction site will be one of participation and co-operation in the planning and implementation process. Baulderstone will be proactive and maintain regular contact with road authorities to identify upcoming special events to ensure any conflict with construction activities can be addressed at an early stage in the planning process.



20. TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT COMMUNICATIONS AND STAKEHOLDER INVOLVEMENT

Baulderstone will proactively inform, consult and involve project stakeholders and the wider community in the T2E project, in accordance with its obligations and commitment to a ‘no surprises’ approach. The method of communication, consultation and involvement will be ‘fit-for-purpose’ and will vary according to the stakeholder and the issue.

During the construction phase Baulderstone will inform the community of all major construction impacts including changed traffic conditions. The community and travelling public will require adequate time to make informed travel choices during construction activities. There will be a need to adequately inform the local and wider community about alternative routes and road closures and keep them fully updated on all aspects of construction.

This stage also represents the most reactive form of engagement and Baulderstone will need to respond quickly to stakeholder and community complaints and enquiries. As a result, all traffic and transport communications will need to be interlinked.

It is Baulderstone’s intention to consider value-added activities during this phase that will build good will with the local community’s bordering the project alignment. Quarterly action plans will be developed during the construction phase and will outline detailed activities to inform, consult and involve the local communities in the project delivery. Activities could include school site visits, sponsorship of local events and career day presentations.

• Activity will be ‘fit-for-purpose’ and will include, but not be limited to:

• Providing advisory signs for all road closures and diversions;

• Informing the community and motorists through various channels about changes to traffic conditions;

• Developing communication activities to support traffic control plans;

• Establishing stakeholder working groups to consult on specific traffic management activities and schemes such as the Girder Delivery strategy, co-ordination of maintenance activities between T2E project, RMS and local councils, enforcement strategies and support with NSW Police, and complex traffic staging arrangements;

• Monitoring traffic behaviour patterns;

• Establishing the community display centre as the primary location to access project information;

• Developing and maintaining a complaints register database;

• Establishing an on-call project team roster;

• Informing and consulting with the local community via discussion groups and monthly information sessions; and

• Evaluation – feedback forms/surveys/written reports.

Activities during the opening phase will focus on providing the community with information about the staged completion works, media events and site tours and community celebrations.

The strategies and procedures for community information, consultation and involvement are detailed in the project Community Involvement Plan (CIP). The Traffic Manager will liaise closely with the Community Relations Manager and provide traffic and road safety information as required to assist in the planning and preparation of community information, consultation and involvement activities and documentation.



21. MAINTENANCE Baulderstone is required to undertake maintenance activities as stipulated in the Scope of Works and Technical Criteria. The Construction Manager will be responsible for the management and co-ordination of the planning, implementation and monitoring of maintenance works.

The maintenance works will be co-ordinated with the construction activities to ensure that all road network performance criteria are met. The maintenance works will be undertaken in a manner to ensure that safe and efficient operation of the Pacific Highway and the local road network is maintained for the duration of the project. Site access and property access will also be maintained during any maintenance work activities.

The maintenance activities during construction will be undertaken in accordance with the following criteria:

(a) As a part of the work and except as identified in section (e)(iii), Baulderstone must maintain and repair, from the commencement of Construction until the Date of Construction Completion:

• the Project Works when in use by traffic and by members of the public;

• the Temporary Works when in use by traffic and by members of the public;

• the Existing Highway between:

o Point D and Point E;

o Point F and Point G on the northbound carriageway and Point H on the southbound carriageway; and

o Point I and Point J on the northbound carriageway and Point K on the southbound carriageway.

As detailed in Figure 9.1 of Appendix 9 of the Scope of Works and Technical Criteria.

(b) Baulderstone will ensure that all infrastructure, assets, facilities and amenities in the above areas to be maintained are at all times fit for their intended purpose, including being clean and tidy and in a condition that satisfies the required functionality, performance and safety requirements for the operation of such items of infrastructure, assets, facilities and amenities.

(c) Prior to commencement of Construction of the Project Works and/or Temporary Work, Baulderstone will undertake a preconstruction survey to record the condition of the existing road and bridge infrastructure described in section (a).

The survey inspections must be carried out jointly with the RTA’s Representative and relevant Authorities and in accordance with the inspection requirements detailed in this section.

(d) The maintenance and repair of the infrastructure, assets and areas identified in section (a) will:

(i) include the identification, planning, programming, design, scheduling, delivery, recording and reporting on all the required maintenance and repair activities;

(ii) as a minimum and subject to paragraph)(iii) below, maintain functional performance of the infrastructure, assets and areas to the condition and standards that existed at the time of the preconstruction survey required by section (c); and

(iii) for the infrastructure, assets and areas identified in Appendix 25 of the Scope of Works and Technical Criteria, be performed in accordance with the requirements of Appendix 25 of the Scope of Works and Technical Criteria.

(e) Baulderstone must:

(i) ensure that only appropriately trained and skilled personnel are engaged on all maintenance and repair activities;



(ii) provide sufficient resources to satisfy the requirements of Appendix 25 of the Scope of Works and Technical Criteria, including the specified intervention levels and response times; and undertake maintenance and repair work, 24 hours per day, seven days per week, as necessary, except for maintenance work necessitated by a Force Majeure Event or work to be performed by others; and

(iii) The following work will be performed by others:

o Urgent responses to sudden events to prevent any occurrences which may compromise the safety of any person or property. For the avoidance of doubt the urgent response work performed by others does not include the prevention of further damage to the Project Works and I or Temporary Works or the protection or repair of the Project Works and/or Temporary Works; and

o Removal of abandoned vehicles.

(f) Where damage is caused directly to the infrastructure, assets and areas identified in section (a) by a Force Majeure Event or a traffic incident:

o The RTA’s Representative may (but is not obliged to) direct Baulderstone in writing to carry out remedial work with respect to the damage (Force Majeure maintenance work);

o Baulderstone must comply with any direction of the RTA’s Representative to carry out Force Majeure maintenance work; and

(g) Bauldertsone will undertake periodic inspections of the infrastructure, assets and areas detailed in section (a).

(h) Inspections must be carried out periodically to ensure that Baulderstone maintains the infrastructure, assets and areas at all times in accordance with the requirements of Appendix 25 of the Scope of Works and Technical Criteria.

(i) Inspections must be undertaken, as a minimum, at the frequencies identified in Appendix 25 of the Scope of Works and Technical Criteria and at any greater frequencies that are required to ensure that Baulderstone complies with all the requirements of the Scope of Works and Technical Criteria.

(j) Within four weeks prior to the anticipated Date of Construction Completion, Baulderstone will undertake a survey to record the condition of the existing road and bridge infrastructure described in section (a) to determine compliance with section (d) above. The survey inspections must be carried out jointly with the RTA’s Representative and relevant Authorities and in accordance with the inspection requirements detailed in this section. Compliance with section (d) is a condition precedent to Construction Completion.

(k) Inspections will include:

o incident inspections, which are generally visual, to assess the condition of infrastructure, assets and areas after any incident likely to have had a detrimental effect on the infrastructure, assets and areas; and

o defect identification inspections, to identify defects in any of the infrastructure, assets and areas. These inspections are visual and are typically performed by designated inspectors on foot, or from a vehicle. However, any person may identify a Defect at any time, in the course of performing Baulderstone’s Work

(l) Baulderstone will develop standard report forms and check lists for the recording of all inspections.

These forms of records of inspections must include the following information:

• nature and extent of any defects present;

• appropriate maintenance activity (including estimated duration);

• required timing for any maintenance activity;



• location of defect (segment, carriageway code, distance from start of segment and offset from centreline);

• inspector(s) name and position: and

• date and time of the inspection.

(m) Baulderstone will develop and implement a system to:

o maintain a current record of all the infrastructure, sets and areas to be maintained and repaired;

o maintain a record of the current and historical condition of the infrastructure, assets and areas;

o maintain a record of the predicted condition of the infrastructure, assets and areas;

o maintain a record of the quantity, location, date and type of any maintenance or repair work performed by, or programmed to be performed by Baulderstone;

o maintain the inspection records to enable reporting on :

o outstanding repairs;

o scheduled repairs; and

o timeliness of actions in relation to the nominated response times; and

o ensure reporting to the RTA’s Representative, at least annually, on the performance standards by analysis of the specific condition and/or Defect information recorded;

(n) Summary records on the maintenance and repair activities will be provided as part of the monthly progress reports required under Appendix 24 of the Scope of Works and Technical Criteria.

With respect to road conditions, Baulderstone will ensure that any road, footpath or cycleway which is open to the public is at all times kept free of mud, dirt , deleterious material or debris arising from the construction work.

In accordance with RMS D&C G10 Traffic Management Specification, Baulderstone will maintain any temporary roadways and detours in use during construction and any local roads used by construction traffic, to provide a safe and trafficable condition for all road users. Areas that were shoulders prior to commencement of work but have become pavements for temporary roadways are considered to be temporary roadways and detours and will also be maintained by Baulderstone. The work includes maintenance of existing pavements, linemarking, kerb and gutter, road shoulders and verges, ancillary services, roadside environment, drainage, signage, trimming vegetation and housekeeping. Potholes, surface drainage blockages or other failures will be repaired without delay. The removal of any type of debris, including animal carcasses, will also be undertaken without delay. Linemarking will be monitored and re-applied as needed to clearly delineate traffic lanes for the duration of the temporary traffic arrangements.

Baulderstone is also responsible for carrying out routine maintenance of newly constructed sections of road that are opened to traffic throughout the periods that they are opened to traffic.



22. REPORTING Baulderstone will undertake reporting of traffic management and road safety issues in accordance with the project requirements. It is acknowledged that the timely and accurate reporting of traffic management issues is essential in ensuring that the RMS, internal and where necessary, external stakeholders are kept well informed at regular intervals. This assists in tracking the performance of the project, responding to incident management, liaising with key stakeholders and satisfying the reporting needs of the Client.

During the project Baulderstone will report to the client, community consultative committees and other relevant stakeholders on all traffic management and road safety issues that may impact on the road network.

The Traffic Manager will be responsible for reporting the following information.

22.1 INFORMATION TO BE REPORTED

Traffic Control Operations

• Report immediately to the RTA’s Representative the occurrence of all delays, including those caused by incidents, to the free flow of traffic greater than ten minutes and/or traffic queue lengths of greater than 1000 metres;

• Produce records of all traffic flow delays and durations, traffic queue lengths and other ROL related matters to the RTA’s Representative by 9:00am on the Thursday following the week being recorded; and

• Provide a forecast of the proposed road occupancies for the following week to the RTA’s Representative. The forecast must be in the form of a schedule running from Monday to Sunday and contain full details of the locations and timing of all proposed road occupancies. The forecast must be provided to the RTA’s Representative by 9:00am on the Thursday of the week preceeding the week being forecast.

Traffic-related Incidents

• Traffic –related incidents occurring within the construction site or at other locations affected by the work will be reported to the RTA’s Representative immediately.

• A formal report detailing the incident, photographs of the approach to the incident site, including the location of all safety devices and signs and any recommended corrective actions will be forwarded to the RTA’s Representative within 2 days of the occurrence of the incident.

Traffic Management Performance

• Monthly reports will be provided to the RMS Representative summarizing the traffic management performance for the month concluded, traffic management activities undertaken during the month, details of incidents and any corrective actions, recent and proposed traffic changes, road network performance, status of approved and anticipated ROL/SZA applications, results from recent road safety audits and traffic management inspections and monitoring, and the status of traffic management documentation under development.

Toolbox notices/Training Sessions/Induction information

• Traffic management and road safety information will be disseminated across the entire Project Team or relevant sections of the Construction Team as required.

• Presentations on traffic management and road safety information to stakeholder forums will be undertaken as required.

The RMS “Traffic Control at Worksites” Manual and Australian Standard 1742.3 will be referenced in terms of reporting requirements for traffic control activities.

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