TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT DURING

CONSTRUCTION
- Interim Guide -

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
This Interim Guide on Traffic Management During Construction was prepared as a team
effort. Two teams were set up, namely the WRITE-UP TEAM and the REVIEW TEAM.
The Write-Up team is made up of:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

Ir. Mohamed Shafii Hj Mustafa

Abd Karim Mohamed
Zahari Abd Aziz
Yusof Ahmad
Shafinas Saroji
Mohd Hizam Hazli Bakri
Siti Fairuz Hanim Hj Bahari

Mirage Consultancy
T & D Consult Sdn Bhd
T & D Consult Sdn Bhd
T & D Consult Sdn Bhd
JKR Malaysia (UKJ)
T & D Consult Sdn Bhd
Mirage Consultancy

JKR Malaysia (UKJ)

Lembaga Lebuhraya Malaysia
Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur
PLUS Sdn Bhd
PROPEL
PB - TRSS Consultancy
Pintar Jurutera Perunding
Ahmad Zaki Resources Bhd

The Review team is made up of:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

Ir. Mohd Shahrom Mohd Saman

Ir Suhaimi Hassan
Ir. Muhayadin Md Lip
Azmee Nin
Mohd Yazid Mohd Yunus
Ir. Che Ali Che Hitam
Ir. Aik Siaw Kong
Ir. Razak Manan

Last but not least, acknowledgement must be given to the Chairperson of REAM Technical
Committee (TC 09), Ir. Aishah Othman, for her support and guidance in the preparation of
this Interim Guide.

FOREWORD
This Interim Guide Traffic Management During Construction is to apply the current best
practice in managing the safety of the travelling public through road-work sites throughout
Malaysian.
The prime focus is to review and upgrade the Arahan Teknik (Jalan) 2C/85 Manual On
Traffic Control Devices- Temporary Signs and Work Zones Control which was published in
1985.
After the review, the team decided to propose the following changes to the practice of
traffic management at construction work zones:
i)
ii)
iii)

setting up a framework for the practice of designing to monitor and reporting

of the site management
introducing simplified traffic categories for easier references
introducing changes to the Sign Faces, focusing more towards the use of
symbols rather than words

This document had been reviewed by a team of experts and practitioners and it had been
presented in a Workshop at the Malaysian Road Conference in 2007. There were many
comments made during the Workshop, and also through e-mails. The Team is thankful to all
the people who has taken time to make their valuable comments, which has all been
considered in the preparation of this Interim Guide.
This document is currently classified as an Interim Guide. Professionals and practitioners
in the industry are invited to take this opportunity to scrutinize this document during
practice and their comments and proposals are welcome. These comments will be reviewed
and changes will be made to this document. All comments and proposals should be
forwarded to following address before MAY 2010:
Unit Keselamatan Jalan
Cawangan Kejuruteraan Jalan Dan Geoteknik JKR
Tingkat 14, Menara Tun Razak
Jalan Raja Laut
50350 Kuala Lumpur
Tel :

03 - 91797425

Fax :

03 - 26916567

E-mail: mdshahrom@jkr.gov.my

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT DURING CONSTRUCTION

- An Interim Guide
CONTENT
1.0

THE NEED FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL AT WORK ZONES

2.0

REQUIREMENTS OF TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT AT WORK ZONES

3.0

STRATEGIES FOR EFFECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION OF TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT AT WORK

ZONES

4.0

PLANNING A TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SCHEME

5.0

DESIGNING A TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SCHEME

6.0

TYPICAL LAYOUTS OF THE TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLAN

7.0

PLACEMENT AND REMOVAL OF TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES

8.0

MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC CONTROL ZONES

9.0

REPORTING & CHECKING

APPENDIX A:

TEMPORARY SIGNS

APPENDIX B:

TYPICAL LAYOUTS OF THE TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLANS

APPENDIX C:

ROAD SAFETY AUDITING OF TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT AT WORK ZONES

APPENDIX D:

FORMAT FOR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SAFETY REPORT (TMSR)

CHAPTER 1
THE NEED FOR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT AT
WORK ZONES

CHAPTER 1
THE NEED FOR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT AT WORK ZONES

1.1

Background

Whenever work is done on or near the roadway, drivers are faced with changing and
unexpected traffic conditions. These changes may be hazardous for drivers, workers, and
pedestrians unless protective measures are taken.
Drivers may not be able to differentiate between the various types of construction sites and
the unexpected dangers in the work zone areas. Hence, proper traffic control measures and
safety considerations are required for all types of work both on major long term projects or
minor short duration.
This Interim Guideline has been designed and written to explain the application of the
standards to the various work situations. The Guidelines should be used by everyone who is
involves with planning, designing, installing, maintaining, and inspecting traffic control at
work sites. The illustrations can be used for a quick guide and reference for various
examples of traffic control schemes.
Handling traffic in work zones is challenging because the work activity present an abnormal
and often disruptive environment to the motorists. Motorists accustomed to a clear,
unobstructed roadway are required to recognize and avoid closed lanes, workers in or near
the roadway, and a variety of fixed object hazards. Pedestrians expecting a clear, direct
walking path can be faced with closed sidewalks and open trenches closer to the moving
traffic. The construction activities may also present a distracting view to many motorists
that can divert their attention from the driving task.
Work zones are often dynamic, and the layout of the traffic control is changed as the works
progress. As such, the motorists and the pedestrians are constantly being confronted with
new challenges and disruptive elements on their travel path. There are many instances
where this has lead to serious accidents some including fatalities.

1.2

Traffic Safety At Work Zones

Traffic safety is a major issue at work zones. When the travelling path of the motorist is
occupied for work activity, conflict arises between the requirements of the construction
workers and the desires of smooth un-interrupted traffic flow. Work sites create potential
hazards because they:
Confront the motorists with unexpected and often confusing situations;
Create obstructions which the motorists have to avoid;
Disrupt the motorists attention from the driving task; and
Expose the construction workers to move and often speeding traffic.
Much had been said about the worsening problem of traffic safety at roadwork work zones.
Numerous daily news reports of mishaps and fatalities had been published; however, not
many studies have been conducted to understand the causes of these accidents. Studies on
individual accident at work zones have been conducted mostly by the consultants at site but
mostly for internal use only, not properly documented or recorded at a central agency such
as JKR or the Police Traffic Department.
In work zone accidents the following observations have been made:
i)
ii)
iii)
iv)
v)
vi)
vii)
viii)

Most crashes occur within the Work Area.

The termination area had the least crashes.
Most accidents involved rear end collision, particularly in the Advance Warning Area.
In the Transition Area, the Side Swipe crashes are most common.
In the Work Area, the fixed-object-off-road and angle crashes are the highest
incidence.
There were more fixed-object crashes and fewer angle and rear-end crashes during
nighttimes
The potential for severe crashes and fatal crashes are greatest within the work zone
area.
The proportion of multiple-vehicle crashes was the highest within the work zones.

Accident types that experience increased occurrences during construction are:

Fixed Object
Rear End
Head On
Accident types that experience decreased occurrences during construction are:
Right Angle
Turning
Skidded off the Road

1.3

Identifying the Problem

As mentioned in the previous section, it is apparently there is insufficient data collection to

carry out an in-depth study into road-works accidents. However, the general problems
associated with local work zones are attributed to:
Poor management of traffic flow.
Inadequate Traffic Control Devices.
In-appropriate signage.
Lack of maintenance of signage and control devices.
Speeding traffic.
Lack of day time and night time safety auditing of the work zones.
High incidence of traffic accidents.
Removal of inappropriate signage outside working hours.
These problems create inconvenience to the travelling public and causes concern to Road
Authorities particularly increase in road accidents and fatalities. The Road Authorities had
taken a serious stand on the problems of traffic safety at Work Zones. The first question was
why did these problems arise?" There are many reasons attributed to these, but the
following reasons are the most common:
Inadequate standards for traffic management
Inadequate Traffic Management Plans
Inadequate allocation for traffic management
Poor method of construction
Poor implementation of traffic management at the construction site
Lack of interaction with the Local Authorities/Local Communities
This Interim Guide provides a more updated standard on traffic management at work zones
taking into account the volume and composition of traffic on the roads. The existing
publications and standard drawings issued by the Road Authorities are sufficient to ensure a
good design and practice of a work zone. However, lack of implementation and this should
be the prime focus in the future for improving safety at work zones on highways and local
roads.

1.4

Identifying the Solutions

The solutions to these problems of implementing improvement to traffic safety at work

zones include the following remedial actions:
i) The road authorities and the engineers whom supervise the works must review the
Traffic Management Plans as to ensure these Guideline standards are implemented
and currently best practices and optimum materials used.
ii) The existing templates for the Traffic Management Plans may requires more detail
consideration for the introduction of additional information/guide signs; use of the
VMS and promoting appropriate use of barrier systems; and provide for the needs of
pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists.

Additional statements to the Standard Specifications can be added to reinforce that

the requirements of the specifications must be strictly implemented or possible
litigation in the event of an accident.
iii) A major recent initiative by road authorities as to improve safety at work zones has
been implement separate payments for traffic management within the contracts
rather than as a general overhead cost or provisional sum. So, now there is a
financial incentive to provide quality traffic management because contractors can
price separately the traffic management components and treats it as a major
element.
iv) With more funds available, the contractors can now provide improvement and safer
construction practices and dedicate more resources to the implementation of the
traffic management. Now, constructors have no excuse not to put into practice the
requirements of the standards and specifications for the traffic management at work
zones or they could face job suspension by the superintending authority and the
possibility of litigation in the event of an accident under the Occupational Safety and
Health Act.
v) Lastly, there must be constant surveillance both day and night checks to ensure that
the good design and practice of traffic management at work zones are adhered to.
The Supervision Engineers must enforce the requirements of good traffic
management practices and to ensure that the contractors comply with specifications
and legal requirements.
In addition, there should be a dedicated safety officer or independent safety
inspector to audit the design, implementation and maintenance of the traffic control
plans. For major projects this can be carried out by an independent Road Safety
Auditor who is required to carry out regular checks day and night to meet their legal
responsibilities. For further details please refer to APPENDIX C.

CHAPTER 2
REQUIREMENTS OF TRAFFIC
MANAGEMENT AT WORK ZONES

CHAPTER 2
REQUIREMENTS OF TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT
AT WORK ZONES

2.1

Purpose of Work Zone Traffic Management

The purpose of work zone traffic management is to provide a safe work zone for workers
and to provide safe passage for motorists, pedestrians, and workers through the road works
site. An effective traffic management must incorporate the following key elements:

2.2

warn motorists and pedestrians of road-works hazard ahead

provide safe travel paths through the works area for the travelling
public including pedestrians, at all times, day or night, and in all
weather conditions
provide a safe work zone for workers,

Objective of Work Zone Traffic Management

To create a safely handle traffic in work zones, the work activity and traffic management
controls must be well coordinated to provide safe and smooth movement of traffic, while
the work activity progresses as rapidly, safely, and efficiently as possible. When these two
objectives come into conflict, tradeoffs between the safety of traffic and workers and the
costs of traffic management, work delays may be created; the engineer is expected to use
his engineering judgement to come out with an optimal design that meets at least the
minimum requirements of these guidelines and the Occupational Safety and Health Act
without fail.

2.3

Scope of Work Zone Traffic Management

Work zone traffic management is needed for a wide variety of activities on roads and
highways as follows:
i)

Construction
Roadway reconstruction or resurfacing
Roadway widening projects
Storm drains and sewers
Replacement of public utilities
Bridge deck replacement

ii)

iii)

iv)
v)

2.4

Minor maintenance works

shoulder repairs
guardrail repair
shoulder mowing
pavement striping
ditch cleaning
Major maintenance works
pavement joint repair
culvert repairs
bridge repairs
Uti1ity operations
Emergency situations such as vehicle breakdowns or road accidents

The Principles of Work Zone Traffic Management

The Principles of Work Zone Traffic Management includes;

i)

Make traffic safety an integral and high priority element of every project.
Use geometries and traffic control devices that are comparable to
those of normal highway situations.
Prepare a traffic management plan that is easily understood by all
persons responsible for work zone traffic control.

ii)

Avoid inhibiting traffic flow as much as possible.

Avoid reduced speed zoning except where required.
Avoid frequent and abrupt changes in geometrics.
Provide for the safe operations of work vehicles
Minimize work time to reduce exposure
Schedule work during off-peak periods

iii)

Guide motorists in a clear and concise way.

Use adequate warning, delineation, and channelization to give
guidance for all light and weather conditions. expected during the
work activity.
Remove inappropriate pavement markings.
Use flagging only when other methods of traffic control are
inadequate.

iv)

Perform routine inspection of traffic control elements.

Assign individuals trained in safe traffic control the reponsibi1ity for
safety at worksites.
Make modifications to traffic controls or working conditions when
necessary.
Monitor work sites under varying conditions of traffic volume, light,
and weather.
Perform engineering analyses of all accidents in work zones.
-

v)

Analyze work zone accident records to guide officials in improving

work zone operations.
Remove traffic control devices immediately when they are no longer
needed.

Give constant attention to roadside safety.

Provide clear roadside recovery area as wide as practical.
Use lightweight channelization devices, which will yield on impact.
Provide appropriate barriers to protect workers and errant road users.
Store construction equipment, materials and debris in a manner,
which will minimize the opportunity for run-off-road vehicle impacts.
Use latest technology / materials to provide advance information and
enhanced visibility to all road users.

CHAPTER 3
STRATEGIES FOR EFFECTIVE
IMPLEMENTATION OF TRAFFIC
MANAGEMENT AT WORK ZONES

CHAPTER 3
STRATEGIES FOR EFFECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION OF TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT
AT WORK ZONES
The Traffic Management at Work Zones in Malaysia requires thorough planning and design
as to ensure a high and satisfactory level of safety is provided for all road users. A well
thought out Traffic Management Plan (TMP) will reduce the number and severity of
accidents, slow down traffic and minimize public complaints.
One of the major aims of this Interim Guide is to propose strategies for the effective
implementation of managing traffic at work zones. The new strategies involve the following:
i)
ii)

new definitions and categories of work zones designs (see Chapter 4 and 5);
a framework for the design and implementation of the Traffic Management
Plans;
a framework for the checking and reporting on the execution of the Traffic
Management Plans (TMPs) on site.

iii)

The new strategies outline the procedures for planning, designing and implementing the
traffic management schemes. It also outlines the roles, authorities and responsibilities of
the people involved in the implementation of the Traffic Management at Work Sites. The
procedures and steps to be taken are as follows:

3.1

Implementation Strategies
3.1.1 During the Design Activities

Execute appropriate Planning and Design

o Carry out full field Checks and Inventory of Existing Facilities
o Design of TMPs must be approved by the Supervising Engineers
o TMPs must be endorsed by the Road Authorities or Superintending
Officers/Project Director or his representative, prior to commencement of
work.

Costing of Traffic Management in the Bill Of Quantities

o The Road Authorities or the person / parties carrying out works on the road
(e.g... Developers) should allocate funds for the execution of traffic
management at work zones.
o For the purpose of costing, Consultants and Contractors are to refer and
comply to the requirements specified in the document titled Guideline on
the Estimation Procedures for Traffic Management during Construction (Nota
Teknik Jalan 23/03) produced by JKR Malaysia

3.1.2 During the Pre-Construction Activities

TMPs must be acceptable to the Local Authorities and Local Communities

TMPs must be made known to the road users well in advance of any construction
works
TMPs must be made known to the JKR District and JKR State; particularly it may
involve road/lane closure or major road diversion.

3.1.3 During the Construction Activities

These activities are to be carried out by the Contractor:

o Dissemination of Information on the proposed TMPs
o Ensure Proper and Adequate Enforcement from the local Enforcement Units
o Set up a formal Traffic Management Team, inclusive of Flagmen, Placement
and Removal Crews and Maintenance Personnel's.
o Operate an Emergency Response Team
o Carry out Maintenance of the Scheme and the Devices
o Ensure timely Placement and Removal
o Carry out timely cleaning of the control devices
o Inform the District Engineer of any road/lane closure and/or diversion

3.1.4 Reporting

Traffic Management Safety Reports (TMSRs)

o The Contractor needs to prepare the TMSRs at interval of every 3 months
Road Safety Audit on the TMPs
o Audit on the TMPs (by approved Road Safety Auditors) should be carried on a
three monthly or six monthly intervals as deemed appropriate and necessary
by the Superintending Officers (SO).
o The need for reports and checking to be carried out depends on the
requirements of the Road Authorities; and accordingly with the size and
duration of the project intervals shall be determined by the Superintending
Officers (SO).

3.2

During Pre-Construction Activities

3.2.1 Proper Planning and Design
Before any planning on Traffic Management Scheme (TMS) commences, the
Contractors traffic engineer must visit the site for field check and to collect
inventory of the existing facilities including existing structure, services and public
facilities such as street lighting, traffic light, bus and taxi stop and road furnitures
that may require removal or relocation during the construction stage.
In addition, the engineer should assess the existing road capacity, determine the
existing travel and distributions pattern and identify potential problems that might
arise due to temporary road diversions. The engineer should also carry out
discussion with the local authorities on the effect of the construction works on the
existing traffic patterns and the occurrence of any local festivities / activities /
upgrading programs.

3.3

During Construction Activities

3.3.1 Dissemination of Information to Road Users
Dissemination of information to the road users through mass media is encouraged.
The public need to be informed early in the process in order to assist them to plan
for this change. Information should be channelled a week before the implementation
of traffic management scheme. A good way of doing this is through public
announcements in newspapers, radio and television and approach signboards.
3.3.2 Proper and Adequate Enforcement
Support from local Enforcement Units such as the local Traffic Police or the
enforcement units of the Road Authorities and Agencies are important as they serve
to control the traffic thus easing traffic congestion. The presence of the Enforcement
Units also act as reminder to the general public to obey traffic signs and behave
courteously on the road as action will be taken against them for any traffic offence.
Advance notice must be given to the traffic police to ensure their presence during
periods as to avoid any traffic congestion.

3.3.3 Supervision and Execution of Traffic Management Schemes

To ensure a smooth construction sequence without compromising public road safety
for pedestrians and other road users, the Contractor needs to set up two distinct
teams, each with their unique roles and responsibilities. they are the Traffic
Management Team and the Emergency Response Team as illustrated below.

CONTRACTORs
MANAGEMENT TEAM

TRAFFIC
MANAGEMENT
OFFICER

TRAFFIC
MANAGEMENT TEAM
(TMT)

EMERGENCY RESPONSE
TEAM
(ERT)

Note:
1.
2.

TMT is required for all road works

ERT is only required but in its absence will result in undue delay/congestion
during construction. (High volume road, protocol road, major diversion) and
is to be identified during the detail design stage.

3.3.4 Traffic Management Team

The role of the Traffic Management Team is to ensure that the traffic management
scheme is implemented in accordance with approved drawings. Their duties include
proper installation, maintenance and cleaning of road safety equipments such as
plastic barriers, safety cones, plastic hoardings, temporary warnings and directional
signboards, arrow flashers, flashing ambers and etc, In addition, they will ensure that
all lane closures and traffic diversions are implemented in compliance with all traffic
management procedures as per the authority requirement.
The team is also responsible to ensure the safety and smooth traffic flow through
the period of road closure. The person in-charge of the traffic management team
must regularly inspect the situation of traffic flow and update the road authorities on
the prevailing traffic conditions. The team must be able to establish an effective line
of communication for emergencies and changes in circumstances.
There are occasions that necessary to reroute the traffic to opposite traffic lanes in
contra flow for activities such as the launching of bridge beams, the construction of a
bridge pier and at interchanges in the middle of existing roadways.
Traffic management personnel should present at site during construction including
weekends, public holidays, and under any weather conditions.

3.3.5 Emergency Response Team (ERT)

The role of the Emergency Response Team is to provide a 24-hour patrol for the full
domain of the construction zone. They will liaise with the main contractor, tow-truck
operators, traffic police in the event of a road accident, stalled vehicles, landslides,
ground failures and flash floods that may occur at any time within the construction
zone.
In addition, the ERT will report to the traffic safety officer on any incidence of poor
housekeeping by sub-contractors. They shall be on the lookout for inappropriate or
poor condition signboards. Particular attention must be given to public safety in
areas of open excavations.
The Emergency Response Team are responsible for preparing an Emergency
Response Plan (ERP) that will include all likely events that may cause disruptions to
the smooth flow of traffic at the approach to and at the construction site. An orderly
chain of command needs to be established by the ERT to inform all parties of any
emergencies and enable the S.O/P.D and/or his representative to make well
informed decisions, including informing the Police and the media, to
overcome/mitigate the effects of the emergencies and minimize inconvenience to
road users. A copy of ERT and ERP are to be submitted to the State Director and
District Engineer for their info and record.

3.4

Responsibilities
3.4.1 Responsibilities of the S.O/P.D
The duties of the S.O/P.D include the following:

Initiate/request for the appointment of a qualified Road Safety Auditor as soon

as possible upon receipt of Letter of Award preferably within 1 month from
receipt of LOA.
Chair the commencement meeting and review any Stage 3 Compliance Audit.
Chair the Stage 4 Audit meetings to discuss the Road Safety Auditor findings and
make decisions based on the Auditor recommendations and response by the
Contractor
Evaluate the financial, contractual and legal issues arising from compliance/non
compliance to Auditor recommendations based on advice from S.O/P.D
representative and Road Safety Auditor

3.4.2 Responsibilities of the S.O/P.D Representative

The S.O/P.D representative is the engineer who is the supervisor appointed or
employed by the Government to carry out supervision of the construction,
maintenance or other works which require the use of a traffic management scheme.
The S.O/P.D must follow the procedures;
i)

Be mindful of the Governments responsibilities and legal implications of

providing, as far as practical, safe and convenient travelling conditions for
road users and safe working conditions for personnel and plant under their
control.

ii)

Ensure that the traffic safety personnel maintain and remove signs and
devices carry out their works diligently in accordance to design guidelines and
procedures.

iii)

Be familiar with, and act in accordance with the provisions of this guideline
and all the appropriate legislation.

iv)

The duties of the S.O/P.D representative includes:

Provide scope of Audit works to Road Safety Auditor via the Contractor
Call for commencement meeting to discuss scope of Audit works and
specific conditions and location of the construction site
Call for Stage 4 meetings to discuss Road Safety Auditor findings
Prepare minutes of Stage 4 meetings of Road Safety Auditor findings
Supervise the corrective/improvement measures as directed by the
S.O/P.D.
Issue work approvals for the next stage of construction.
Liaison with the enforcement agencies such as PDRM on measures to
reduce traffic congestion.

Inform major road users including truckers, public transport, Keretapi

Tanah Melayu (KTM), Malaysia Airline System(MAS) Kargo, etc of any
major disruptions to major Federal Roads due to construction works.

3.4.3 Responsibilities of the Contractor

The Contractor carrying out construction or maintenance operations on roads or
bridges will take due care and diligence to minimize the risk of injury to road users or
damage to their property as a result of such operations. Actions should be taken to
warn the public of prevailing conditions and to guard, delineate, and, where
necessary, to illuminate works which may pose a hazard to traffic. The contractor will
take all necessary measures to minimize delays and detours which will
inconvenience motorists.
There is a legal requirement on the part of the Contractor to provide a safe working
environment for its employees and the travelling public through the work site.
The duties of the Contractor include:

Issue official letter of appointment to Road Safety Auditor

Provide scope of Audit works
Prepare TMP for all work zones and submit to SO/PD, Local Authority, PDRM
and Road Safety Auditor
Provide drawings, documents and reports to Road Safety Auditor
Provide construction program chart to Road Safety Auditor to enable Road
Safety Auditor prepare schedule of Stage 4 Audit works
Prepare response to Road Safety Auditor findings
Carry out corrective/improvement works as decided upon by the S.O/P.D
Inform/advise Road Safety Auditor of the next stage of Audit
Disseminate information on TMP to public via newspaper, radio, TV, traffic
signs, etc (Preferably 1 week in advance)

3.4.4 Responsibilities of the Traffic Management Officer (TMO)

The Traffic Management Officer is the contractors representative responsible for all
matters related to the safety of the travelling public and construction workers within
the limits of the construction works/limits of the contract. He supervises both the
Traffic Management Team and Emergency Response Teams.
The TMO is to be always aware of the following:i.

To be fully conversant of the Contractors responsibilities and their own

responsibility as to provide safe and convenient travelling conditions for road
users and safe working conditions for personnel and plant under their
control.

ii.

To monitor that personnel under their control are employees of the

Contractor and should at all times be courteous to the travelling public.
Personnel should not allow themselves to be provoked by members of the
public, by exercising restraint they will strengthen their position both then
and at any subsequent enquiry or legal proceedings.

iii.

To ensure that the traffic controllers assigned to direct traffic or personnel

employed to place, maintain and remove signs and devices, are trained and
fully aware of their duties and responsibilities.

iv.

Able to act in accordance with the provisions and directives of, this guideline
and all the appropriate acts.

The Traffic Management Officer is to provide evidence to the SO that he has the
necessary skills and qualification to perform his duties. The role of the Traffic
Management Officer is to ensure a smooth construction sequence all throughout the
construction period without compromising the safety of all road users including
pedestrians and bicyclists. The Traffic Safety Officer is to use his experience to
anticipate possible traffic congestions and come out with appropriate mitigating
measures.
The duties of the Traffic Safety Officer include:
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
vi.
vii.
viii.
ix.

x.

Designing the TMPs

Monitoring the placements and removal of the Traffic Control devices
Monitoring the operations of the Traffic Control devices equipment
Maintain the effectiveness of the traffic control plans
Analysing the occurrences of road accidents within the work zones
Preparing and displaying up-to-date TMP for inspection and audit
Preparing the tri-monthly Traffic Management Safety Report (TMSR)
Oversee the Emergency Response Team (ERT). This include 24 hr patrol,
liaison with PDRM, tow truck operators and local authorities
Prepare Emergency Response Plan (ERP) that shall include all
contingencies that can affect the smooth flow of traffic at the approach to
and within the construction site (E.g. floods, landslides, stalled vehicles,
major sporting events, etc)
Give special attention to abnormal traffic operations such as contra flow,
bridge diversion, etc.

3.4.5 Responsibilities of the Road Safety Auditor

The role of the Road Safety Auditor is to audit the TMP at the approach to and within
the construction site. This includes the observation of the effectiveness of the TMPs
and the traffic control devices employed during the day and night. The duties of the
Road Safety Auditor include:
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
vi.
vii.

Visiting the site (Preferably together with the Contractor and/or the
Consultant)
Auditing the TMP at the beginning of the construction to ensure workability
and suitability throughout the duration of the construction period.
Auditing the Work Zones during the Construction Phase. This is to be carried
out every three months (Subject to request by S.O/P.D).
Preparing the Road Safety Audit reports and sending them directly to all the
relevant parties (JKR, Contractor and Consultant).
Presenting the findings of the Audit reports
Providing best advice to the S.O/P.D for him to make well informed decisions
Providing advice to the S.O/P.D on matters related to traffic management
plan during construction, as and when required.

CHAPTER 4
PLANNING TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT
SCHEMES

CHAPTER 4
PLANNING TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SCHEMES
The development of work zone traffic management begins with the planning process. This
Section details the importance of the planning process and gives an overview of the steps in
the process with emphasis is on the relationship between planning and design.

4.1

The Planning Process

The overall purpose of the planning process is to select the most appropriate traffic
management strategy. Work Zone Traffic Management Strategy is the basic scheme of
moving traffic through or around a construction, or maintenance activity. The type of work
zone is the most significant element of the control strategy, which are also includes length
of work zone, time of work, number of lanes, width of lanes, speed control method and
right-of-way control method.
The planning process involves seven steps:
Step 1:
Step 2:
Step 3:
Step 4:
Step 5:

Step 6:
Step 7:

Assemble Data- Describe the construction data base

Select the Traffic and Construction Duration Categories.
Determine Extent of Roadway Occupancy Assessment of the roadway
capacity.
Identify Feasible Work Zone Types The work zone types may be selected
from the Typical Work Zones
Impact Analysis for Environmental, Safety, Traffic flow and cost.
Analyse Volume/Capacity Relationships Detailed analysis of capacity
constraints, queue lengths and delay. (For short duration construction, this
may not be necessary)
Select preferred Strategy Document implementation plan.
Check for any mitigation required

A flow chart of the process is as shown in Figure 4.1.

Step 1
Assemble Data
Step 2
Determine Traffic and
Construction Duration Category

Step 3
Determine Extent of Roadway
Occupancy

Step 4
Identify Feasible Work Zone
Types

Step 5
Impact Analysis
- Environmental, Safety, Traffic flow and
Cost
- Analyze Volume/Capacity
Relationships (not for Temporary and
Short Term Diversions)
Step 6
Select Preferred Traffic
Management Plan Alternative

Step 7
Check for any mitigation required

Traffic Management Plan

Conceptual Proposal

FIGURE 4.1:

The Planning Process

Step 1: Assemble Data

The basic data required is a complete description of the work to be performed which
covers a wide range of activities such as:
i)
ii)
iii)

Construction of new roadside drainage which may have no direct disruption

of traffic flow.
Adding a new lane, reconstructing a highway ramp, or resurfacing a
pavement can have extensive impact on traffic.
Replacing a bridge or culvert which may involve roadway closure and detours
with very extensive disruption to traffic.

The Degree of Impact will suggest the extent of the data required. Table 4.1
summarizes some basic guidelines. The basic requirements are described in the top
half of the table which will be sufficient for most projects the bottom half describes
the requirement for detour routes or where additional information is required to
appraise various options available.
It is important that the designer of the Traffic Management Plans and his/her team
to visit the site for field check and collate an inventory on the existing facilities
including existing structures, services and public facilities such as street lighting,
traffic light, bus and taxi stops and roadside furniture that may require removal
during the construction stages.
Data collection, assessment of existing road capacity with traffic movement including
the numbers of lanes, existing islands, medians, kerbing, geometry, existing travel
and distribution patterns. Identify potential problems that may arise due to
temporary road widening or diversions to be used by main contractor.
Desk top studies of existing traffic data will also assist in the planning processes.

TABLE 4.1 Suggested Data Base

A.

Basic Requirements

Description of Construction Project

- Type of work
- Roadway encroachment should include the space required by the work activities and
equipment, the safety buffer required for adequate work site protection and the physical
space occupied by the barricades or other traffic control devices.
- Limits of work
- Tentative work sequence and schedule
- Estimated cost
- Construction category

Traffic Data
- 24 hour volume counts
- Roadway geometrics
- Speed data
- Description of potential detour routes

B.

Additional Information

Roadway Data
- Right of way limitations
- Horizontal and vertical profiles
- Type and location of traffic control devices
- Adjacent lane use

Traffic Data
- Daily and seasonal volume variations
- Intersection and Interchange turning movement counts
- Volume of trucks
- Signal timing data
- Accident history

Step 2:

Select the Traffic and Construction Duration Categories

For the purpose of standardization, ease of strategy identification and design, the
Work Zone Types are divided into the following categories:

TABLE 4.2: TRAFFIC CATEGORIES

ROAD CLASSIFICATION
URBAN

RURAL

EXPRESSWAY

SPEED PROFILE

SPEED

Low Speed

< 60 km/hr

High Speed

> 60 km/hr

Low Speed

< 70 km/hr

High Speed

> 70 km/hr

Low Speed

< 90 km/hr

High Speed

> 90 km/hr

TABLE 4.3: CONSTRUCTION DURATION CATEGORIES

Step 3:

CLASSIFICATION

DURATION

Temporary Diversion

< 1 Day

Short Term Diversion

< 1 Month

Long Term Diversion

> 1 Month

Determine Extent of Roadway Occupancy

The type of construction will dictate the degree to which the roadway will be
occupied and closed to normal traffic, the extent of which will be determined by the
following factors:
i)
The total project length of the beginning and ending points.
ii)
The length of the occupied roadway at any one time and during the 24-hour
period.
iii)
The portion of the roadway that will be closed to normal traffic.

iv)
v)

The expected number of working days to complete the project.

The cross section of the road

Each of the above factors is a function of the work zone strategy and has some
flexibility such that traffic disruption can be minimised. As a guide, the number and
size of lanes provided through the work zones should where possible be the same as
the existing permission at the discretion of the SO. The Level of Service (LOS) during
the construction period where possible, should be maintained.
Step 4:

Identify Feasible Work Zone Types

Step 4 and Step 5 serve to identify possible work zone types such as:
1.
Lane Constriction
2.
Lane Closure
3.
Shared Right of Way
4.
Median crossover and contra flow
5.
Detour
6.
Temporary Bypass
7.
Intermittent Closure
8.
Use of Shoulder or Median
Based on the extent of roadway occupancy, the cross-sectional characteristics (lane
width, shoulder width, right of way, etc.) and considering the constraints imposed by
regulations and policies, feasible work zone types can now be chosen. Typically, only
a small number of work zone types will emerge as being feasible for a particular
project, and in many cases only one may be possible. Identification of these types in
this early stage of the planning process can significantly reduce the analysis effort in
subsequent steps.

Step 5:

Impact Analysis

The purpose of this step is to conduct impact assessment related to environment,

safety, traffic flow and cost to evaluate in detail the extent of each impact due to the
construction activities. For the Temporary and Short Term Diversions, there is no
need to carry out the volume/capacity analysis.
For the Long Term Diversion the general level of roadway congestion should also be
recognized. The purpose of this step is to analyze in detail and investigate the
volume/capacity relationships to allow a complete consideration of each possible
strategy.
This step will also determine the roadway capacities of the various work zone
strategies and to compare them to the anticipated traffic volumes. When volume
exceeds capacity, an estimate of queue length will also be calculated. Depending on
the length and duration of the queue, the strategy may have to be abandoned unless
additional measures can be taken to increase capacity or reduce demand. Such
measures may include restricting work to certain times, making signalization
improvements, removing parking, and diverting traffic to other facilities.

Step 6:

Select Preferred Alternative Traffic Management Plan

When all critical impacts are analysed, the most effective strategy will often has less
impact on all measures.
Step 7:

Check for Mitigation Requirement

Finally mitigation measures will be necessary for the preferred alternative to

minimise impact caused by the construction works. This complete analysis should be
carefully documented and used as input to the overall work zone traffic control
process.

4.2.1 Relationship Between Planning and Design

Selecting the appropriate traffic management strategy that develop plans and specifications
requires to implement the two distinctly activities.
Although planning and design are different activities, a strong relationship exists between
them. During the planning process when strategies are being defined, the traffic
management plan for each strategy sketched. The cost of the traffic control is also a factor
in the selection of the most cost effective traffic management strategy that meets the
requirement of these guidelines and the relevant acts.
When the planning process is complete, the sketch of the traffic management plan is a
natural starting place for the design process. If the design process reveals major impacts
that were not considered during the planning process, then it may be necessary to include
these impacts and re-evaluate the planning results.

CHAPTER 5
DESIGNING A TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT
SCHEME

CHAPTER 5
DESIGNING A TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SCHEME
This Chapter discusses the design of Traffic Management Plans (TMPs) including the details
of the plan, typical layout and adapting typical layout to actual site conditions.

5.1

Traffic Management Plans (TMPs)

The Traffic Management Plans show the placement and type of traffic control devices to be
used in a work zone as well as details about the type of work zone to be used in each phase
of the work. The Traffic Management Plan should be prepared and must be understood by
all responsible personnel before the site is occupied. Any changes in the traffic management
plan should be authorized by an official trained in safe traffic control practices. A formal
Traffic Management Plan (TMP) is required with the plans, specifications, and estimates for
all road projects.
TMP's may range in scope from a very detailed plans designed for specific projects, to simply
a reference to typical plans. The details of the TMP depend on the complexity of the project
and on the amount of traffic interference introduced by the work activity.
Materials developed for the TMP may include, but are not limited to:
Scaled drawings of the control zones
A list of devices selected for installation
Identification of special manpower needs such as flagmen
Approvals and Endorsement by Supervising Engineers and the Road Authorities
respectively. Copies of permits should also be displayed if applicable.
Phone numbers of officials to be contacted in an emergency
Scaled drawings of construction stages, including detours, lane closure, U-turns
Placement and Removal dates
Identification of special needs such as nighttimes delineation, temporary signals,
pedestrian crossing facilities, contra flow along dual carriageways
Development of the traffic management plan actually starts during the planning process.
The planning process will generally specify the most appropriate work zone type, the phases
of work, and scheduling considerations.

Construction staging determined during the planning process, should be re-examined to

determine the complexity of each stage, overlapping of stages, periods or work activities
that were overlooked and special problems expected.

Areas that must be considered in detail include:

Existing rules and restrictions on/within the construction area
The location of work (on roadway, shoulders, or sidewalks)
The number of lanes required for the work activity,
Hazards created by the work activity within the recovery area such as boulders,
drains, pipe, headwalls, blunt ends of guardrail, and sign supports,
Delays during the placement and removal (preferably during low traffic volume
periods)
Maximum length of work zone allowed by the road authority
Special needs of local traffic

Factors that should be considered in the TMP are shown in TABLE 5.1.

TABLE 5.1: FACTORS IN DESIGN OF TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLANS

Economic and community

commercial business districts,
residential locations,
recreation areas,
shopping centres,
railroad crossings,
rural areas,

Traffic
-

volumes,
peak hours, including holiday, special event and recreation traffic,
pedestrians, bicycles and motorcycle traffic
large vehicles such as trucks and buses,
speed of traffic, (Peak and off peak period)
capacity of roadway,
traffic signal operation (effect on existing vehicle detectors);
bus stops,

Maintenance
loss of visibility and damage to devices during rain ,
drainage during heavy rain,
maintenance of traffic control devices includes cleaning and cutting vegetation away from
signs.
period of construction

Worker Provisions
parking of private vehicles,
protection near travel way
flagmen
access to each part of work area and break area

5.2

Traffic Control Zones

The design of the traffic management scheme must follow the basic concept of a typical
work zone. A typical work zone should have the following areas:
-

ZONE A:

Advance Warning Area

ZONE B:

Transition Area

ZONE C:

Buffer Area

ZONE D:

Work Area

ZONE E:

Termination Area

If no lane or shoulder closure is involved, the transition area will not be used.
In this Chapter, each of the Zone/Area will be examined for one direction of travel. If the
work activity affects more than one direction of travel, the same principles apply to traffic in
all directions.
FIGURE 5.1:
section.

illustrates the five parts of a traffic control zone to be discussed in this

Figure 5.1:
Areas in a Traffic Control Zone
Ref. Manual on Traffic Control Devices Temporary Signs and Work Zones Control (ATJ
2C/85)

5.2.1 ZONE A:

Advance Warning Area

i)

An advance warning area is necessary for all traffic control zones because
drivers need to be made aware that they are approaching the construction
area. Before reaching the work area, drivers should be given enough time to
alter their driving patterns. The advance warning area may vary from a series
of signs starting 2 km in advance of the work area to a single sign or flashing
lights on a vehicle

ii)

When the work area, including access to the work area, is entirely off the
shoulder and the work does not interfere with traffic, an advance warning
sign may not be needed. An advance warning sign should be used when any
problems or conflicts with the flow of traffic may be anticipated.

iii)

The advance warning area, from the first sign to the start of the next area,
should be long enough to give the motorists adequate time to respond to the
changing conditions. For most operations, the advance warning distance
requirement for various road types are:
a)
2 km to 1 km for expressways
b)
500m for most rural roadways or open highways conditions
c)
at least 250m for urban roadways.

TABLE 5.2: ADVANCE WARNING ZONES

ROAD CLASSIFICATION

SPEED PROFILE

ADVANCE SIGN

Low Speed

250m

High Speed

400m

Low Speed

350m

High Speed

500m

Low Speed

1000m

High Speed

2000m

URBAN

RURAL

EXPRESSWAY

5.2.2 ZONE B:

Transition Area

i)

When work is performed within one or more travelled lanes, a lane closure(s)
is required. In the transition area, traffic is channelized from the normal
highway lanes to the path required to move traffic around the work area. The
transition area includes the taper transition length.

ii)

The transition area should be clearly visible to drivers. The correct driving
path should be clearly marked with channelizing devices and pavement
markings. Existing pavement markings need to be removed and new
markings placed when they conflict with the transition. Pavement marking
arrows are useful in transition areas.

iii)

With moving operations, the transition area moves with the work area. A
shadow vehicle may be used to warn and guide traffic into the proper lane.

iv)

A taper is a series of channelizing devices and pavement markings placed on

an angle to move traffic out of its normal path. Four general types of tapers
used in traffic control zones are:
a)
Lane closure tapers are those necessary for closing lanes of moving
traffic (sometimes referred to as channelizing tapers)
b)
Two-way traffic tapers are those needed to control two-way traffic
where traffic is required to alternately use a single lane (commonly
used when flagman is present)
c)
Shoulder closure tapers are those needed to close shoulder areas.
d)
Downstream tapers are those installed to direct traffic back into its
normal path.

v)

Lane Closure Taper

a)
The length of taper used to close a lane is determined by the speed of
traffic and the width of the lane to be closed (the lateral distance
traffic is shifted). There are two formulas for determining the length
of a taper (L) used for lane closures (See Table 5.3). If restricted sight
distance is a problem, the taper should begin well in advance of the
obstruction such as on sharp vertical or horizontal curves.
Table 5.4 shows the taper lengths, the recommended number and
spacing of channelizing devices
b)

Generally, tapers should be lengthened, not shortened, to increase

their effectiveness. Observe traffic to see if the taper is working
correctly. Frequent use of brakes and evidence of skid marks is an
indication that either the taper is too short or the advance warning is
inadequate.

vi)

Two-Way Traffic Taper

a)
The two-way traffic taper is used in advance of a work area that
occupies part of a two-way road in such a way that the remainder of
the road is used alternately by traffic in either direction. In this
situation, the function of the taper is not to cause traffic to merge, but
rather to resolve the potential head-on conflict. A short taper is used
to cause traffic to slow down by giving the appearance of restricted
alignment. Drivers then have time to decide whether to proceed
cautiously past the workspace or to wait for opposing traffic clear. A
flagman is usually employed to assign the right-of way in such
situations.
b)

Two-way traffic tapers should be 15 to 30 meters long, with

channelizing devices spaced a maximum of 3 to 6 meter respectively,
to provide clear delineation of the taper.

vii)

Shoulder Closure Taper

a)
When an improved shoulder is closed on a high-speed roadway, it
should be treated as a closure of a portion of the roadway, which the
motorists may expect to use in an emergency. The work area on the
shoulder should be preceded by a taper that may be shorter than for
lane closures. One-half of the length from Table 5.4 is suggested as a
maximum for shoulder closure tapers provided the shoulder is not
used as a travel lane. If the shoulder is being used as a travel lane,
either through practice or through use caused by construction, a lane
taper closure should be placed on the shoulder.

viii)

Downstream Taper
a)
A downstream taper is used at the downstream end of the work area
as to indicate to drivers that they can move back to the normal traffic
lane and it should be placed within the termination area. While
closing tapers are optional, they may be useful in directing traffic flow
except when material trucks enter or leave the work area.
b)

Closing tapers are similar in length and spacing to two-way traffic

tapers.

5.2.3 ZONE C:

Buffer Area

i)

The buffer zone is the open or unoccupied space between the transition and
work areas. With a moving operation, the buffer space is the space between
the shadow vehicle, if one is used, and the work vehicle.

ii)

The buffer space provides a margin of safety for both traffic and workers. If a
driver does not see the advance warning or fails to negotiate the transition, a
buffer space provides room to stop before the work area, It is important for
the buffer space to be free of equipment, workers, materials, and workers
vehicles.

iii)

Place channelizing devices along the edge of the buffer space. The suggested
spacing in meters is equal to two times the spacing for lane closure taper.

iv)

Situations may occur where opposing streams of traffic are transitioned so

one lane of traffic uses a lane that is normally in the opposite direction. In
these situations, a buffer space should be used to separate the two tapers for
opposing directions of traffic as to avoid head-on collisions.

5.2.4 ZONE D:

Work Area

i)

The work area is that portion of the roadway, which contains the work
activity and is closed to traffic and set aside for exclusive use by workers,
equipment,
and construction materials. Work areas may remain in fixed locations or may
move as work progresses. An empty buffer space may be included at the
upstream end. The work area is usually delineated by channelizing devices or
shielded by barriers to exclude traffic and pedestrians.

ii)

Conflicts between traffic and the work activity or potential hazards increase
as:
a)
The work area is closer to the travelled lanes
b)
Physical deterrents to normal operation exist, such as uneven
pavements, vehicles loading or unloading.
c)
Speed and volume of traffic increase
d)
The change in travel path gets more complex, shifting traffic a few
meters in comparison with shifting traffic across the median and into
lanes normally used by opposing traffic.

iii)

Work areas that remain overnight have a greater need for delineation than
daytime operations.

iv)

Guidelines
a)
b)

c)
d)
e)

5.2.5 ZONE E:

Use traffic control devices to make the work area clearly visible to
traffic.
Place channelizing devices between the work area and the travelled
way. Devices placed on a tangent (along the work area) to keep traffic
out of a closed lane should be spaced in accordance with the extent
and type of activity, the speed limit, vertical and horizontal alignment
such that it is clearly visible that the lane is closed. For high speed
roadways, the devices should be spaced 2 to 4 times the spacing for
lane closure taper. For low-speed roadways, a closer spacing may be
adopted.
Provide a safe entrance and exit for work vehicles.
Protect mobile and moving operations with adequate warning on the
work and/or shadow vehicles.
Flashing lights and flags should be considered on work vehicles
exposed to traffic.

Termination Area

i)

The termination area provides a short distance for traffic to clear the work
area and to return to the normal traffic lanes. It extends from the
downstream end of the work area to the PEMBINAAN TAMAT sign. A
downstream taper may be placed within the termination area.

ii)

For some minor work operations, such as single location utility or

maintenance repair, it may not be necessary to display a sign as it will be
obvious to drivers that they had passed the work area.

iii)

There are occasions where the termination area could include a transition.
For example, if a taper were used to shift traffic into opposing lanes around
the work area, then the termination area should have a taper to shift traffic
back to its normal path. This taper would then be in the transition area for
the opposing direction of traffic. It is advisable to use a buffer space between
the tapers for opposing traffic.

v)

Avoid gaps in the traffic control that may falsely indicate to drivers that they
had passed the work area, for example, if the work area includes intermittent
activity throughout a 1 kilometre section, the drivers should be reminded
periodically that they are still in the work area.

NOTE:

Refer also to Figure 5. 4 for area distances and spacing of traffic control devices

TABLE 5.3: FORMULAS FOR TAPER LENGTH

Posted Speed

Formula

70 km/h or under

L= WS2
155

70 km/h or over

L= WS
1.6

Where L = taper length

W = width of lane or offset
S = posted speed, or off-peak 85 percentile speed
Ref. ATJ 2C/85 - Temporary Signs and Work Zones Control

Taper Length
Speed
Limit
km/hr
30
40
50
55
65
70
80
90

Lane Width in Meters

3
17
30
50
60
80
130
150
170

3.5
20
35
55
70
95
155
175
195

3.75
22
40
60
75
100
165
190
210

Number of
Channelizing
Devices for
Taper *

Spacing of
Devices Along
Taper
in Meters

5
6
7
8
9
13
13
13

6
7
9
10
12
13
15
16

TABLE 5.4: Taper Lengths for Lane Closures-Distance L

*

Base on 3.75-meter wide lane. This column is appropriate for lane widths less than
3.75 meters
Ref. ATJ 2C/85 - Temporary Signs and Work Zones Control

DISTANCE

SPACING OF
DEVICES

1-2 km

min. 50 m apart

Rural Roadways or Open Highways

350 m (min.)

min. 50 m apart

Urban Roadways

250 m (min.)

min. 15 m apart

Lane closure Taper

As in Table 5.4

As in Table 5.4

2-way Traffic Taper

15 - 30 m

3 - 6 m apart

Half the values of

Table 5.4 (max.)

As in Table 5.4

Downstream Taper

15 - 30 m

3 - 6 m apart

BUFFER AREA

Arbitrary

Double the values of

Table 5.4

WORK AREA

Arbitrary

Double or four times the

values of Table 5.4

15 - 30 m

3 - 6 m apart

AREA
ADVANCE WARNING AREA
Expressways

TRANSITION AREA

Shoulder Closure Taper

TERMINATION AREA
Downstream Taper

TABLE 5.5: Details of Traffic Control Zone Areas

CHAPTER 6
TYPICAL LAYOUTS OF THE TRAFFIC
MANAGEMENT PLAN

CHAPTER 6
TYPICAL LAYOUTS OF THE TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLAN

6.1

New Typical Layouts

In this Interim Guide, a new set of Temporary Signs is being proposed. The main focus of the
new proposal is the use of symbols rather than words in the sign faces. The new sign
face proposals are as shown in APPENDIX A. The new temporary signs are also proposed to
have different shapes for the Expressway categories and the Urban and Rural
categories.
For the purpose of standardization; ease of strategy identification; and design, it is proposed
that the Work Zone Types are divided into two, i.e.:
i)
ii)

the Traffic Category , and

the Construction Duration Category

6.1.1 The Traffic Category

The traffic category will determine the sizes of the Traffic Control Zones. These are
illustrated in Table 6.1 and Figure 6.1.

TRAFFIC CATEGORIES
ROAD CLASSIFICATION

SPEED PROFILE

SPEED

Low Speed

< 60 km/hr

High Speed

> 60 km/hr

Low Speed

< 70 km/hr

High Speed

> 70 km/hr

Low Speed

< 90 km/hr

High Speed

> 90 km/hr

URBAN

RURAL

EXPRESSWAY

TABLE 6.1: The Traffic Categories

FIGURE 6.1: SIZES OF TRAFFIC ZONES

ZONE A
ADVANCE WARNING

URBAN
Low Speed
High Speed
RURAL
Low Speed
High Speed
EXPRESSWAYS
Low Speed
High Speed

ZONE B
TRANSITION

ZONE C
BUFFER

ZONE D
WORK AREA

250m
400m

100m
150m

varies
varies

350m
500m

100m
150m

varies
varies

1000m
2000m

250m
300m

varies
varies

Note:
1.
2.

Max length of work zone is 5km and the maximum area allowed for each excavation area is 200m.
All barriers to be continuous

ZONE E
TERMINATE

6.1.2 The Construction Duration Category

The Construction Duration category will determine the type of the Traffic Control Devices.
These are illustrated in Table 6.2 and Figure 6.2.

CONSTRUCTION DURATION CATEGORIES

CLASSIFICATION

DURATION

Temporary Diversion

< 1 Day

# Flagmen are always required during

temporary diversion works

Short Term Diversion

Long Term Diversion

> 1 Day
< 1 Month

> 1 Month

TABLE 6.2: The Construction Duration Categories

FIGURE 6.2:

THE CHOICE OF TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES

(Depending on the Construction Duration)

ZONE A
ADVANCE WARNING

TEMPORARY
DIVERSION

ZONE B
TRANSITION

ZONE D
WORK AREA

Adv Sign MUST

The other signs are advantageous
to have

- Arrow Signs
-Cones

-Arrow Signs
-Cones

Adv Warning Signs - Apply the full

set

-Arrow Signs
-Plastic NJBs

-Work Area, Speed Signs

-Plastic NJBs
-Delineators, Strings

Adv Warning Signs Apply the full

set

-Arrow Signs
-Plastic NJBs
-Add. TCDs

-Work Area, Speed Signs

-Concrete, Plastic NJBs
-Delineators, Strings

SHORT TERM

LONG TERM

ZONE C
BUFFER

ZONE E
TERMINATE

6.2

Sign Arrangements

It is the intention of the Interim Guide to standardize the application of the temporary signs
in the work zones. This is to ensure drivers familiarize and compliance to the TMP proposal.
It is recommended that a uniform arrangement of signs be adopted throughout the work
area. The proposed arrangement of signs is in Figure 6.3.
The detailed signing of each zone is as follows:

ZONE A: ADVANCE WARNING AREA

(the example given here is for the Rural High Speed Traffic Category)

See Figure 6.4.

Sign 1 Identification Sign
-

This sign gives an advance warning to the motorists of a work area ahead.
It should also identify the Road Authority responsible for the work. This is
usually a worded sign.

This sign should be installed 500m from Transition Area in the case of the
Rural High Speed Traffic Category.

Sign 2 Information Sign

-

This sign also provides advance warning to the motorists of a work area
ahead. This is usually a symbol sign.

This sign should be installed 400m from Transition Area in the case of the
Rural High Speed Traffic Category.

Sign 3 Speed Sign

-

This is the Speed sign indicating the first step-down speed for the
motorists. The speed step-down should not exceed 20km/hr.

This sign should be installed 300m from Transition Area in the case of the
Rural High Speed Traffic Category.

Sign 4 Information Sign

-

This sign provides information to the motorists of what to expect ahead

and what manoeuvres he will need to make. This is usually a symbol
sign.

This sign should be installed 200m from Transition Area in the case of the
Rural High Speed Traffic Category.

Sign 5 Speed Sign

-

This is the Speed sign indicating the second step-down speed for the
motorists.

This sign should be installed 100m from Transition Area in the case of the
Rural High Speed Traffic Category.

FIGURE 6.3: SIGN ARRANGEMENTS

ZONE A
ADVANCE WARNING

USE
1st Sign2nd Sign3rd Sign4th Sign5th Sign-

Identification Sign
Info Sign
Speed Sign
Info Sign
Speed Sign

ZONE B
TRANSITION

ZONE C
BUFFER

ZONE D
WORK AREA

ZONE E
TERMINATE

USE

USE

USE

USE

ARROW SIGNS

ARROW
SIGNS

WORK AREA SIGNS

And
SPEED SIGNS

WARNING
SIGN

FIGURE 6.4: SIGN ARRANGEMENTS FOR ADVANCE WARNING AREA

ZONE A
ADVANCE WARNING

1st Sign2nd Sign3rd Sign4th Sign5th Sign-

Identification Sign
Info Sign
Speed Sign
Info Sign
Speed Sign

ARROW SIGN at the start of Transition Area to be

placed on high post

ZONE B: TRANSITION AREA (See Figure 6.5).

Sign 6 Arrow Sign
-

This is the Arrow Sign at the start of the Transition Area.

This sign should be installed at the beginning of the Transition Area. It is

advisable to install all the Arrow Signs on high posts.

Signs 7 & 8 Arrow Signs

-

The Arrow Signs are repeated for Sign 7 and Sign 8.

Sign 7 is placed at the middle of the Transition Area.

Sign 8 is placed at the end of the Transition Area.

* The number of Arrow Signs in the Transition Area can be more if the conditions at
the site demand it.

ZONE D: WORK AREA (See Figure 6.6).

Sign 9 Speed Sign
-

This is the Speed Sign informing the motorists the safe speed to drive
through the Work Area.

This sign should be installed at the beginning of the Work Area. It is

advisable to install the Speed Signs on high posts.

This sign is repeated for Sign 11. This sign should be placed about 50m
100m after Sign 10.

Sign 10 Work Area Sign

-

This is the Work Area Sign reminding the motorists driving through the
Work Area.

This sign should be installed at 50m 100m into the Work Area. It is
advisable to install this sign on high posts.

This sign is repeated for Sign 12. This sign should be placed about 50m
100m after Sign 11.

* The number of Speed Signs and Work Area Signs in the Work Area can be more
if the conditions at the site warrant it.

ZONE E: TERMINATION AREA

Sign 13 PEMBINAAN; TAMAT
- Install 30m after the downstream taper

Figure 6.7 gives an overall sign arrangement layout for the typical Rural High Speed
Traffic Category work zone.

FIGURE 6.5: SIGN ARRANGEMENTS FOR TRANSITION AREA

ARROW SIGNs at the Transition Area

- To be placed on high post
- The numbers of Arrow signs can be
increase if needed

ZONE B
TRANSITION

FIGURE 6.6: SIGN ARRANGEMENTS FOR WORK AREA

ALL SIGNS at the Work Area

- To be placed on high post
- Number of signs should be increased if
the Work Area is long.

ZONE C
BUFFER

ZONE D
WORK AREA

ZONE E
TERMINATE

FIGURE 6.7: OVERALL SIGN ARRANGEMENTS FOR RURAL HIGH SPEED

100
m

100m 100m 100m

500m
ZONE A
ADVANCE WARNING

100
m

150m
ZONE B
TRANSITION

100m

ZONE C
BUFFER

ZONE D
WORK AREA

100m
ZONE E
TERMINATE

6.3

Modification of Typical Layouts

Each work zone is different, with variables such as speed, volume, location of work,
pedestrians, and intersections changing the needs for each zone. The goal of work zone
traffic control is safety, and the key factor in effective traffic control in work zones is
application of proper judgements.
Plans contained in the Guide are called typical applications. In this respect, they represent
the layouts for the general situations found in the field. When unusual conditions are found,
the typical layouts must be adapted to the particular roadway and worksite configuration.
Furthermore, these typical layouts are minimum requirements. When needed, either
additional device may be used to supplement the layout, or the sign spacing and taper
lengths can be increased to give drivers additional response time or shortened for low-speed
situations. When difficult situations or unusually hazardous conditions are encountered, a
higher-type treatment than that shown as typical may be required.
The types of modifications that may be desirable or needed include the following:
i)

Additional devices
- additional signs (but care must be taken not to oversign especially in the
advance warning and transition areas of the work zone)
- flashing arrow panels
- more channelizing devices

ii)

Upgrading of devices
- improved pavement markings or raised pavement markers
- larger signs
- higher type channelizing devices
- barriers in place of channelizing devices
- variable message signs

iii)

Improved geometrics at detours or crossovers

iv)

Increased distances
- longer advance warning area
- longer tapers

v)

Lighting and Delineation

- steady-burn lights for channelization
- flashing lights for isolated hazards
- illuminated signs
- floodlights
- string delineators (along high speed rural roads)

The following points should be considered when designing a TMP for a specific field
condition:

6.4

i)

Drivers may not perceive or understand one or more of the devices placed in
the traffic control zone. Therefore, some extra signs or devices may be
required to improve safety for motorists and workers, however, be aware of
the possibility of over signing.

ii)

Consideration must be given to the risks involved if the motorist does not get
the required information. The level of protection used and the delivery of the
message should be proportional to the level of hazard. More emphatic
messages and a higher level of protection are needed for high hazard
situations.

iii)

Where possible, a recovery space (buffer zone) should be provided.

iv)

Devices must be evaluated on an overall system basis to determine if the

safety objectives for the travelling public and workers in the work zone are
achieved.

Classification of Typical Layouts

The classification of typical plans is difficult because of many different parameters that must
be considered. The following list defines the basic parameters and the range of their
characteristics.
i)

Type of facility
two-lane
multilane, undivided
multilane, divided
intersection
interchange

ii)

Regional and traffic characteristics

rural/urban
low speed/high speed
low volume/high volume

iii)

Work activity duration

short, intermediate or long term
slow or fast moving
intermittent or continuous

iv)

Worksite location
in right-of-way
on shoulder
in road

v)

Closure configuration
shoulder closed
lane or lanes closed
shoulder used as travel lane
roadway closed
crossover and/or contra flow
on-site detour (bypass)
off-site detour

When making modifications to the typical solutions it is best to establish a set of plans,
which covers the range of conditions commonly found rather than a plan for every possible
combination of parameter values.

6.5

Considerations to Modifying the Typical Layouts

Each traffic control zone is different, with variables such as speed, volume, location of work,
pedestrians and intersections changing the needs for each zone. The primary goal of traffic
control zone is safety, and the key factor in ensuring the control zone works is the
application of sound judgment principles. The examples in this chapter are guides showing
how best to apply the standards.
The typical applications include use of various traffic control methods, although they do not
include a specific layout for every conceivable work situation. Typical applications may be
modified to suit the conditions of a particular work area.
On many of the typical applications, the existing pavement markings have been either
marked or changed to indicate those that should be modified for long-term projects. If the
project is short-term, such as 1-day maintenance operations, the pavement markings will
not need to be removed and replaced although guidance should be provided with other
channelizing devices.
Figures 1 to 7 in APPENDIX B show typical traffic control devices that are required for
various types of work zones. It indicates how traffic control increases as traffic volumes
increase, however some of the less complicated work zones are not illustrated.
i)

Work Entirely Beyond Shoulder or Parking Lane

i)

Traffic control depends primarily on devices such as advance warning signs,

flashing vehicle lights and flags. An advance warning sign should be used
when any of the following conditions occur;
(a) Work performed immediately adjacent to the roadway at certain stages
of the activity.
(b) Equipment movement along or across the highway.
(c) Motorist distraction by the work activity.

ii)

Work On Or Over Shoulder Or Parking Lane

i)

No encroachment in the travelled lane means there is little or no direct

interference with traffic. When shoulder is occupied or closed, the motorist
should be warned and the workers should be protected. In most cases a
single warning sign is adequate. When a sealed or constructed shoulder is
closed on a high-speed roadway, it should be treated as a closure of a portion
of the road system because the motorist expects to be able to use this area in
the event of an emergency. The approach to the work area on the shoulder
should be closed off by a taper of channelizing devices.

ii)

iii)

Minor encroachment in the travelled lane means when work on the shoulder
or takes up part of a lane, traffic volumes, type of traffic (buses, trucks and
cars), speed, and capacity should be analyzed to determine whether the
affected lane be closed. For high-speed traffic conditions, a full lane closure
should be considered or narrowing of the traffic lanes.
Work On Two-Lane Roadway
i)

When one lane is closed on a two-lane, two-way road and the remaining lane
is used by traffic travelling in both directions, the short two-way traffic taper
of 15 meters minimum is used to slow traffic as it approaches the work space.
Alternatively a one-way traffic control may be affected by the following
means:
a) Two flaggers, one at each end of the work area.
b) One flagger can assign right-of-way at a short work area with low
volumes.
c) For very short work areas at a spot location where traffic volumes and
speeds are very low, the movement may be self-regulating but should not
be used in areas of restricted sight distance on horizontal or vertical
curves.
d) A pilot car
e) Temporary traffic signals for long duration projects.

ii)

iv)

If the work area ends near the curve or hill, a flagger should be stationed at
both ends of the work area. The transition area should be adjusted so that
the flagger and the entire taper will be visible before the curve or hill to
provide adequate stopping sight distance.

Mobile Operations
i)

Mobile operations are work activities that make frequent short stops up to a
15-minute period, such as litter cleanup or pothole patching and are similar
to stationary operations. Warning signs, flashing vehicle lights, flags, and/or
channelizing devices should be used.

ii)

v)

Moving Operations
i)

vi)

Do not decrease safety by using fewer devices simply because the operation
will change its location frequently. Flaggers may be used but caution must be
taken so they are not exposed to unnecessary hazards. Portable light weight
devices should be used and moved periodically to keep them near to the
work area.

Moving operations are work activities where workers and equipment move
along the road without stopping, usually at slow speeds, the advance warning
area moves with the work area and traffic should be directed to pass safely.
Parking may be prohibited and work should be scheduled during off peak
hours. For some moving operations, such as street sweeping, if volumes are
light and sight distances are good, a well marked and signed vehicle may
suffice. If volumes and/or speeds are higher, a shadow or backup vehicle
equipped as a sign truck should follow the work vehicle. Where feasible,
warning signs should be placed along the road and periodically moved as the
work in progress. In addition to improve visibility and worker safety, vehicles
may be equipped with flags, flashing vehicle lights, and large signs.

Short-Term Utility Operations

Despite the shortness of short-term operations, certain traffic controls are
necessary:

6.6

i)

In urban areas, the work vehicle may be used for warning if it is equipped
with flashing lights, rotating beacons, or flags.

ii)

When entering or leaving a manhole, workers should always face oncoming

traffic, as to that they need to get out of the way quickly. Materials or
equipment should be stored away from the manhole opening.

Urban Areas
Urban traffic control zones may be subdivided into 3 areas:
(a) Vehicular traffic control - how many lanes are required; or whether any
turns should be prohibited at any intersection.
(b) Pedestrian traffic control - if work will be done on the sidewalk, decide
whether it will be necessary to close the sidewalk and assign the
pedestrians to another path.

(c) Maintain access - to business, industrial and residential areas. Even if the
road closed to vehicles, pedestrian access and walkways should be
provided.

6.7

Pedestrians
i)

When there is pedestrian traffic in the area, specific walkways need to be

provided. If nearby buildings are being demolished or built, covered walkways
may be needed. Do not force pedestrians to walk through the work area or
into travelled lanes. If a sidewalk closed, provide a temporary walkway
around the work area or direct the pedestrians to an alternate protected
route.

ii)

The following situations normally warrant walkways in the TMPs at:

a) sidewalks cross the work zone,
b) designated school route crosses the work zone,
c) significant pedestrian activity or evidence of such activity exists (i.e. a
worn path), and
d) existing land use generates pedestrian activity. (such as bus stops,
factories, places of worship, night market, etc.)

iii)

The following principles govern the design and construction of pedestrian

facilities:
a) Pedestrians and vehicles should be physically separated with barriers,
barricades, or similar devices.
b) Walkways should be maintained free of any obstructions and hazards
such as holes, debris, mud, construction equipment, stored materials, etc.
c) Temporary lighting should be considered for all walkways used at night,
particularly if adjacent walkways are lighted.
e) Walkways should be minimum 1.2m wide.
e) All hazards (ditches, trenches, excavations, etc.) near walkways should be
clearly delineated.
f) Walkways under or next to elevated work activities such as bridges or
retaining walls may need to be covered.
g) Where safe direct passage cannot be provided, pedestrians should be
directed to the other side of the street by appropriate traffic control
devices.

h) Signs and traffic control devices should not be a physical hazard to

pedestrians.
i) Signs located near or adjacent to a sidewalk should have a 2.5m
clearance.
j) Where construction activities involve sidewalks on both sides of the
street, work should be staged so that both sidewalks are not out of
service at the same time. In the event when sidewalks on both sides of
the street must be closed, pedestrians should be guided around the
construction site.
k) Retro reflectorized traffic control devices are of little value to pedestrians.
Warning lights should be used to delineate the pedestrians pathway and
to mark any hazards.
l) Where possible, the scheduling for the construction of the overhead
pedestrian bridge should be brought in to the beginning of the program to
minimise probability of accidents involving pedestrians crossing multi lane
roads.

6.8

Bicycles
Bicycles also need protection or access to the roadway. If a bicycle path closed
because of work being done, an alternate route should be provided. Give guidance to
bicyclists of available alternate routes but should not be directed into the same path
being used by pedestrians.

6.9

Motorcycles
If a motorcycle route either in the form of an exclusive motorcycle lane or paved
shoulder is closed because of construction works, an alternate route needs to be
provided. Appropriate guidance in the form of signs, markings, street lighting is to be
provided. The motorcycle route should never be directed onto the same path used
by pedestrians and/or bicycles.

6.10

Interchanges
i)

On limited access highways with interchange ramps, access to these ramps

should be maintained even if the work area is in the lane adjacent to the
ramp. If access is not possible, close the ramp, using signs and barricades.
Early coordination with officials having jurisdiction over the affected
crossroads is needed prior to ramp closure.

ii)

6.11

Intersections
i)

6.12

6.13

The access to the exit ramp should be clearly marked and outlined with
channelizing devices. For long-term projects existing markings should be
removed and new ones placed. As the work area changes, the access may be
modified.

Use advance-warning signs, devices and markings as appropriate on all

crossroads. The effect of the work upon signal operation should be
considered such as signal phasing for adequate capacity and for maintaining
or adjusting detectors in the pavement.

Detours
i)

Detour signing is usually handled by an authorized traffic engineer because it

is considered a traffic routing item. Detour signs are used to direct traffic
onto the alternative roadway. When the detour is long, install Arrow
symbol signs to periodically remind and reassure drivers that they are still on
a detour.

ii)

When an entire roadway is closed, a detour should be provided and traffic

should be warned of the closure well in advance.

iii)

Sign the detour so that traffic will be able to get through the entire deviation
and return back to the original roadway.

Contra Flow
i)

Where traffic is moved from its right of way onto an opposing carriageway,
appropriate signs and line markings are to be placed in advance of and all
along the contra flow area.

ii)

Appropriate channelizing devices can be used to separate the opposing flow

of traffic

6.14 Cross Section

The cross section of the road in terms of lane width and number of lanes is to be
maintained all throughout the construction period.

CHAPTER 7
PLACEMENT AND REMOVAL OF TRAFFIC
CONTROL DEVICES

CHAPTER 7
PLACEMENT AND REMOVAL OF TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES
This Chapter discusses the important aspects of the process of placing and removal of traffic
control devices in work zones including preparation, the order of device placement, the
treatment of existing signs, and the use of shadow or protection vehicles.
7.1

Preparation for Placement Process

The placement, modification, and removal of traffic control devices for road construction
and maintenance operations can be enhanced by adequate preparations. This is particularly
important because of the hazard associated with these activities. The installation and
removal of worksite traffic control devices create situations that are often far more
hazardous than the operation of the completed zone. These hazards are often greater than
those during the work activity because:
i)

ii)

Workers placing advanced warning and channelizing devices must be in the

roadway at points of high conflict without the full protection of the devices
being placed.
The placement operation constitutes an unexpected situation for the
motorists as they are confronted with a roadway partially closed and a partial
traffic control devices.

The inherent danger of these operations can be lessened by using techniques that
emphasize safety. Also, to reduce the exposure, the installation should be done as quickly as
possible. To this end, several elements must be considered before the installation of the
traffic control zone.
7.1.2 Coordination with Affected Groups
Advance time
as:
i)
ii)
iii)
iv)
v)
vi)
vii)

coordination should be done with all affected organizations and groups such
Police,
Traffic Department of affected Local Council,
Emergency services such as the fire dept, hospitals, etc.
News media,
Businesses and industries,
Public transportation, and
Residents and Residents Representatives

Coordination prior to the Placement of the traffic controls at a site greatly improves the
safety and efficiency of the installation. The coordination includes the following
considerations:
i)
Advance publicity
ii)
Selection of the day and time-of-day for the installation
iii)
Analysis of traffic volumes
iv)
Selection of crew work hours
v)
Consideration of emergency requirements in case of utility breakdown, road
accidents, etc.
7.1.3 Inventory and Storage
All traffic devices required for the placement and maintenance of the zone should be onhand and in good condition. Also, special equipment, trailers, and trucks should all be
operating properly and safely.
Devices maintained in inventory need to be formally organized to assure that all items are
actually in stock and can be rapidly retrieved. Traffic control devices need to be stored
properly to avoid marring, and all devices need to be kept clean.
All mechanical and electrical elements and equipment require routine maintenance to
assure that they will function properly. Devices should be inspected carefully when they are
returned to inventory. All devices found to be non-standard or in poor condition should be
replaced, modified, or repaired. Equipment for the roadway worksites must be in good
operating condition, otherwise there will be occurrences of breakdowns, delays, and
increased site occupancy time.
Good practice suggests that devices be marked to identify ownership. The name and phone
number of the owner may be shown on the non-reflective surface of the barricades. This
procedure pinpoints responsibility and minimizes borrowing. Standard inventory
packages of organized traffic control devices can be established for activities by prepackaging and ensuring checklists for each activity and location.
7.1.4 Training and Instruction
All crew members should be trained for their tasks, with particular emphasis on safety. In
addition, to ensure that all crew members know their installation assignments, and to assure
an efficient and speedy operation, the supervisor should review the installation process with
his crew before going into the field. If either a new or different procedure is to be used, or if
new people are in the crew, these instructions are essential. In some cases, a rehearsal on
an abandoned segment of roadway may be desirable.

7.2

Placement

7.2.1 Placement Sequence

Devices are installed in the direction that traffic moves that is, moving downstream. The
first device placed is the first advance warning sign. The installation then proceeds with the
i)
Advance warning zone
ii)
Transition zone
iii)
Buffer zone,
iv)
Work zone, and
v)
Termination zone.
If traffic in both directions will be affected, such as with work in the centre lanes, the devices
can be placed in both directions at the same time, starting at each end farthest from the
work area. Alternately one direction can be installed before the other.
When one direction of traffic will be directed into opposing traffic lanes, the signs, devices,
and pavement markings for the opposing traffic should be placed first. It is essential to
channelize opposing traffic out of its lane before moving the oncoming traffic into the lane.
When all signs and devices are placed for opposing traffic, the devices for the oncoming
direction can then be set up.
When signs or channelizing devices are to be installed and removed several times during the
work operation, a spot should be painted where each device is located. This way the
installation can be repeated quickly and properly. The devices should either be stored off
the roadway, out of sight, or transported to another location. Channelizing devices should
not be stored on the shoulder of the roadway, as this appears to be a shoulder closure.
Drivers do not expect workers in the roadway setting up a traffic control zone. Since the goal
is to make the entire operation safe, high-level warning devices, flagmen, or flashing vehicle
lights should be used to warn the drivers of the presence of workers. Flashing arrow panels
are valuable to assist the workers during placement or removal of channelizing devices for
lane closures.
7.2.2 Placement Procedure
Work vehicles should park in a safe location to unload crews and devices. Locations such as
these should be the priority;
i)
ii)
iii)

At kerbs
On shoulder
On side street

The work vehicle may serve as the advance warning device by using its flashing/rotating
lights while the first warning signs are being placed. To protect the crew, the device truck
should be located upstream of the crew. This can be awkward, however, if the signs are
unloaded from the rear of the truck.

On high-speed roads, a backup, shadow, or protection, vehicle should be used. This

vehicle should first be positioned on the shoulder some 30 meters or more behind the
device truck when the first signs are placed. The shadow vehicle uses special lights or a
flashing arrow panel to warn traffic. When the crew needs to work on the roadway, the
shadow vehicle is moved into the travelled lane. Truck mounted attenuators are desirable
for these vehicles.
7.2.3 Placing Channelizing Devices
When closing a lane, tapers are laid out in a straight line starting at the shoulder. Each
channelizing device is then placed in sequence moving downstream. When placed by hand,
the devices should be moved out from the shoulder with the worker looking toward traffic
as he moves into the lane to place the device. When channelizing tapers are installed, each
device is placed 30cm further into the lane that being closed.
7.2.4 Lateral Position
For some closures, traffic doesnt have to be excluded from the entire width of the lane to
establish a safe workspace. Under these circumstances, the work area channelizing devices
should be placed a few meters back from the lane line as to:
i)
ii)

Reduce the chances of the devices being hit, and

Provide increased lateral clearance, thereby increasing capacity.

7.2.5 Cone Placement

Cones may be placed either by workers on foot or from a moving vehicle. When working
from a vehicle, the truck should be equipped with a suitable worker platform and railing. On
high-speed roadways, a shadow vehicle should be used to protect a workman who is
working from the back of the truck.
7.2.6 Expressway Lane Closures
Expressway lane closures should be more carefully carried out and are categorised into of
two types. Exterior lanes are those with a shoulder along one edge. Interior lanes, such
as the centre lane of a three lane roadway, are bordered by lanes on both sides.
7.2.7 Exterior Lane Closures
The protection vehicle travels along the shoulder or exterior lane if no shoulder is available.
It is equipped with a warning light and a flashing arrow panel. The protection vehicle then
stops in a blocking position at least 30m upstream while the first warning sign is located.
This operation is repeated for all warning signs -- first for one side, then the other side of the
roadway.

When all signs are in place, channelization devices are then placed. The protection vehicle
gradually encroaches upon the exterior lane as the workers install the taper in front of the
protection vehicle. Finally, the protection vehicle is positioned in the closed lane while the
work zone channelization is placed.
7.2.8 Interior Or Center Lane Closures
When work is necessary on an interior or center lane, the recommended procedure is to
also close the adjacent exterior lane to avoid an island closure. In locations where, due to
volumes or geometrics traffic, it must be carried around both sides of an interior lane work
space, the preferred procedure is to first close an exterior lane upstream from the work
space, particularly for high-speed conditions. Next, interior lane traffic is channelized into
the previously closed exterior lane.
Warning signs are placed on both sides of the approach warning area. The exterior lane is
then closed as described above to create an empty work space.
To continue the setup, the protection vehicle moves carefully into the closed exterior lane
and workers complete the exterior lane channelization and closing taper. The protection
vehicle then moves to the downstream end of the closed exterior lane and blocks the
adjacent center lane. The taper which moves traffic from the interior lane to the previously
closed exterior lane is placed, and worksite channelization is established on both sides of the
closed centre lane.
In the final configuration, the protection vehicle can be moved inside the work space behind
the taper. Traffic may now flow around either side of the work space.
7.3

Modification and Removal

When possible, traffic control zones should be removed by picking up the devices in a
reverse sequence to that used for installation. This requires moving backwards or upstream
through the zone.
With no shoulders, the removal of advance warning signs is made in the downstream
direction.
Where extensive modifications to the traffic control zone are required, as when switching a
closure from one side of the roadway to the other, it may be necessary to remove the entire
zone and then re-install it in the new configuration.
Portable concrete barriers require special care and planning to place and remove. Normally
the lane next to the barrier must be closed while the barriers are placed or moved. This
operation should be scheduled to cause as little disruption as possible.

7.4

Special Equipment and Techniques

Some Maintenance Agencies may have special equipment to facilitate and expedite the
placement process, such as, trucks with racks in which signs are loaded in the reverse
sequence to that needed; that is, the last sign put on is the first one to be taken off.
Special traffic control vehicles should be available for traffic control zone placement,
maintenance and removal. These vehicles should be employed for:
i)
Carry devices to worksites.
ii)
Facilitate handling.
iii)
Help to organize and protect signs and devices.
iv)
Emergency situations.
Special features of these traffic control vehicles may include;
i)
ii)
iii)
iv)
v)
vi)
vii)
viii)
ix)
x)

Appropriate colour (orange),

Flashing/rotating lights or beacons,
Flashing arrow panels,
Changeable message signs,
Sign racks,
Cone chutes,
Power lift tailgates,
Worker platform and protective railing,
Crash cushions on shadow vehicles, and
Variable message signs.

CHAPTER 8
MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC CONTROL
ZONES

CHAPTER 8
MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC CONTROL ZONES

Traffic control zones should be maintained so that they remain as effective as when first
installed. Documentation of maintenance and inspections is necessary in the event of
lawsuits resulting from accidents or other grievances suffered by an injured citizen. This
Chapter will explain the types of inspections and maintenance required and methods to
document inspections and actions taken.

8.1

Inspection and Maintenance Program

Once the traffic control zone is established, it is important that it continues to function
effectively. The traffic control devices must be maintained as it was installed or modified to
ensure the motorists are not misled with unnecessary changes to the work zone shape and
sizes.
Maintenance is needed to service the equipment and make corrections required by any
combination of the following factors:
i)
ii)

iii)
iv)
v)
vi)
vii)

viii)
ix)

Traffic accidents
Device displacement by;
vehicular contact
slip stream from trucks
workers
Wind
Damage caused by construction activities
Weather damage
Malfunctions and burn outs
Physical deterioration
Dust, dirt, grime and bitumen over spray.
on sign faces
on drums or cones
on reflectorized rails or string delineators
Dirt and debris on roadway.
Vandalism and theft.

8.1.1 Elements of an Inspection Program

A comprehensive inspection and maintenance program should include the following
elements.
i)
A formalized plan
ii)
Defined inspection procedures
iii)
A form to record the findings of the field inspection
iv)
A repair program
v)
An adequate inventory of devices for emergency replacements or repairs
vi)
Day and night review of the marking of the travel path through the work
zone
vii)
Procedures to assure that specified repairs are made
viii)
Formal documentation of inspections and repairs
ix)
Identification of possible causes of accidents and skid marks
The inspector will need to make decisions during the inspection. He must exercise
judgement in establishing appropriate practices. As deficiencies are observed, the following
choices are available:
i)
Make on-the-spot corrections
ii)
Call for emergency repairs (radio or phone)
iii)
Instruct the work crew to make routine repairs during the next work day
iv)
Schedule deferrable corrective actions, such as sign cleaning
A key element of the program is the procedure that ensures that the required maintenance
is performed. Corrective action should be fully documented with date, time and action
taken.
8.2

Inspection Procedures

8.2.1 Responsibility
For each project, one person should be responsible for traffic control. On construction
projects, the contractor should designate a person by name and telephone number. This
person is the Road Safety Officer for the project. In addition, on large projects, the traffic
control responsibility should be assigned to an employee in the agencys organization.
Routine inspections of the traffic control installation should be carried out by these
individuals.
Less frequent but periodic inspections should be performed by senior staff of the contractor
(typically his superintendent), the Superintending Engineer and the Road Authority (the
resident engineer and/or the traffic engineer).
Lines of communication and responsibility must be clearly established between the person
conducting routine inspections and senior contractor or agency personnel. This
communication is especially important between those in control of routine maintenance
activities and those with greater authority. Effective communication ensures that urgent
problems can be brought promptly to the attention of officials who can respond
immediately.

8.2.2 Frequency
To determine the frequency of inspections, the following factors must be considered.
i)
Project size and duration
ii)
Degree of liability
iii)
Severity of hazards
iv)
Frequency at which damage is occurring
v)
Number of deficiencies observed during previous inspections.
vi)
Traffic volumes and speed.
Traffic controls left in place overnight should he inspected during hours of darkness at the
same frequency as during the daylight hours. Inspections should also be carried out during
adverse weather conditions to ensure safety requirements are met and adequate road
drainage is maintained during the construction period.
8.2.3 Documentation
Documentation is an essential part of the traffic control maintenance function. It is
necessary for good planning and for project accounting. Documentation serves to:
i)
ii)

Ensure the integrity of the project traffic control; and

Provide a means of
identifying the maintenance needed,
providing a tool for getting maintenance started,
checking to see that maintenance is done,
documenting that maintenance was done.

Well maintained traffic control maintenance records provide substantial support for the
project in the following ways.
i)

The records aid in the evaluation of the effectiveness of the planned and
modified traffic control installation.

ii)

Traffic control maintenance records provide evidence of a proper traffic

control installation in the event of a lawsuit arising from an accident at the
worksite.

8.2.4 Record Keeping

Record keeping begins with an inventory of traffic control devices located in both the shop
and field. With this information, future material needs can be estimated based on planned
projects and anticipated damages and thefts. Costs can be budgeted, and needed material
can be purchased (or fabricated) prior to beginning work.

Good record keeping procedures suggest that the time and location of the installation and
removal of traffic control devices be noted. Although this record keeping can be time
consuming for a moving maintenance operation, significant traffic control actions taken by
the field crew should be recorded. These records should include:
i)
ii)
iii)
iv)
v)

Starting and ending time of work

Location of work,
Names of personnel,
Type of equipment used, and
Any changes in temporary or permanent regulatory devices

Major projects will require more detailed record keeping since they may involve greater
amounts of funds from the contract BQ, and longer distances and times of physical exposure
with resulting potential danger to the worksite employees and the motoring public.
Several methods of recording traffic controls are available. These include:
i)

Photographs either keyed to a diary or containing a brief description of

Date
time,
Location with GPS co-ordinates if possible.
direction, and
photographers name.

ii)

Videotaping of work zone drive-through can also be used to document the

placement and condition of traffic control devices.

iii)

Special notes on construction plans (preferably the traffic management plan

sheet); and

iv)

Diary entries of times, location and names of individuals (when known)

involved in the;
installation,
change, and
removal of traffic control devices.

Work orders also serve as a reference, and should be keyed to the diary when used.
When the maintenance inspection process reveals a condition that requires correction, the
documentation should include:
i)
ii)
iii)
iv)

Description of the correction needed, when it was noted, and by whom;

Corrections made or deferred and why;
Replacements made or deferred and why; and
Any other needed actions.

Each agency should have general checklist for different types of operations and conditions.
These can be modified to meet the requirements of an individual worksite. Inspection sheets
should be developed for major projects from the general checklists and schedule guidelines.
For typical worksites, standard inspection sheets can be prepared and used.

8.3

Training And Equipment Needs

8.3.1 Training
Several elements should be considered in preparing for and performing traffic control zone
inspections and maintenance. Personnel designated to perform these tasks must
understand the general traffic control process, have a deep appreciation for safety, and be
trained in device maintenance procedures. Training should include:
ii)
iii)
iv)
v)
vi)
vii)
viii)
ix)

Proper cleaning methods for the various types of equipment and

reflective materials.
Maintenance techniques for mechanical and electrical equipment,
Proper placement and ballasting of traffic control devices
Methods to check sign reflectivity,
Knowledge of the hazard potential of various types of situations
Solutions that may be used to solve various problems.
Situations requiring special technical assistance, (such as hazardous
materials)and procedure to be followed in securing such assistance, and
Documentation techniques.

8.3.2 Personnel, Equipment and Materials

Sufficient equipment and materials should be readily available to perform required tasks.
Usually, a dedicated vehicle will be needed to keep all the required material on-hand. The
following items may be needed.
i)

Communications equipment
Two-way radio

ii)

Safety equipment for personnel safety and emergency situations

flashing warning lights or beacons
spot/flood lights
flares
first aid kit
hard hats
high visibility vests

iii)

Tools and hardware for on the spot repairs

Hammers
Screwdrivers
pliers and wrenches (crescent)
wrecking bar
Shovel
saw
nails, nuts, bolts and washers
tape measure
Knife

iv)

Spare parts and materials

Batteries
Bulbs
Fuel
Sandbags
Posts
Hardware
wire and rope
pavement marking tape
reflective tape
washing materials

v)

Spare devices
Barricades
Cones
Signs
barricade lights

vi)

Reference materials
Traffic Control Device Handbook
traffic management plan
contract specifications
inspection forms and checklist
Logbook
Pencils
pad of paper
accident guidelines and report forms
emergency procedures and telephone numbers

CHAPTER 9
REPORTING & CHECKING

CHAPTER 9
REPORTING & CHECKING

To ensure proper adherence to the standards and specifications and also to ensure
adequate implementation, there must be constant reporting and checking carried out at the
work zones.
Based on the scope of activities required, the documents and reporting requirements are as
follows:
i)

Traffic Management Plans (TMP)

Traffic Management Plans are required for all Work Zones of the project. Each work
zone will have a specific TMP with a specific reference number to it. These TMPs shall
have reference numbers and it needs to be displayed for easy access during the
inspection and audit visits. Whenever there is a change of traffic management on the
site, these must be reflected in the TMPs being displayed.
The TMPs will have to be approved by the Supervising Engineers. A copy of the
agreed TMP shall be forwarded to the S.O. for final approval and acceptance.
However, it is a requirement that any major TMP shall also be audited by Road Safety
Audit prior to endorsement by S.O

ii)

Traffic Management Safety Reports (TMSR)

The Traffic Management Safety Reports (TMSR) is essential documents in the
execution of the project. These reports are submitted within 3 month intervals to the
Supervision Engineers, the S.O. and the Road Safety Auditor. These reports are to be
prepared by the Traffic Safety Officer and shall include the following:
TMPs prepared and enforced on the ground
TMPs for the next three months work
Estimated duration of each TMP (Placement dates and expected Removal
dates) are required.
Accident occurrences and analyses

iii)

Work Zone Audit Reports

The Road Safety Auditor will be required to audit the Traffic Management at the
work zones within 3 month intervals or other interval as specified by the S.O.
Preferably, the audit should be done immediately (not more than 2weeks) after
receipt of the TMSR from the Contractor. The auditor shall ascertain any deficiency
of the TMP implemented at the site and make recommendation as to how these can
be improved. A suggested format for the Audit of the TMSR is as shown in APPENDIX
D.

APPENDIX A
TEMPORARY SIGNS

APPENDIX A
TEMPORARY SIGNS

1.

GENERAL NOTES ON TEMPORARY SIGNS

Temporary operations, such as maintenance operations or short construction
activities, represent unusual roadway conditions and warrant special attention. If the
temporary operations require measures different from those normally use, the
existing permanent traffic signs shall be removed or covered and superseded by the
appropriate temporary sign. In other words, temporary signs are used to notify road
users of specific hazards, which may be encountered when temporary operations are
underway.
Temporary signs shall be placed in positions where they are most effective and
placement must therefore take into consideration road geometry. The signs shall be
so placed that road users will have adequate time for response. As a general rule,
signs shall be located on the left-hand side of the highway. For additional safety
duplicate signs may be placed on both sides of the carriageway. Within a
construction or maintenance zone, however, it is often necessary to erect signs on
light weight portable supports placed within the roadway itself. It is also permissible
to mount warning or direction signs on barricades.
Temporary signs should be mounted on portable supports that are suitable for
temporary conditions. All such installations should be so constructed to yield upon
impact and to minimize hazards to motorists. For maximum mobility on certain types
of maintenance operations, a large sign may be effectively mounted on a vehicle
stationed in advance of the work or moving along with it. This may be the working
vehicle itself, as in the case of shoulder mowing or pavement marking equipment, or
a vehicle provided expressly for this purpose. These mobile sign displays may be
mounted on the maintenance vehicle.

2.

DESIGN OF TEMPORARY SIGNS

Temporary Signs are divided into two categories:
i.
Temporary Signs for use on Expressways
ii.
Non-Expressway Roads.
These signs differ in shapes, sign faces and colour.

2.1

Temporary Signs for Expressways

The temporary signs for use on the expressways shall have a HEXAGONAL shape sign
as follows:

2.2

Temporary Signs for Other Roads

The temporary signs for use on roads other than the expressways shall have a
RECTANGULAR shape sign as follows:

TS. 17

TYPICAL STRING DELINEATORS

A form of delineation, particularly useful along rural areas without

street light
COLOUR
Fluorescent Red or Orange
DIMENSIONS

WEIGHT

APPENDIX B
TYPICAL LAYOUTS FOR TRAFFIC
MANAGEMENT PLANS

TRAFFIC CATEGORY
ROAD CLASSIFICATION
NO.

SPEED PROFILE
Urban

Rural

Expressway

1.

Low Speed

< 60km/j

< 70km/j

< 90km/j

2.

High Speed

> 60km/j

> 70km/j

> 90km/j

TRAFFIC CATEGORY & WORK ZONES CONTROL

TRAFFIC CATEGORY
SPEED PROFILE

SPEED

WORK ZONES
CONTROL DRAWING
REFERENCE

Low Speed

< 60km/l

Figure 1

High Speed

> 60km/j

Figure 2

Low Speed

< 70km/j

Figure 3

High Speed

> 70km/j

Figure 4

Low Speed

< 90km/j

Figure 5

High Speed

> 90km/j

Figure 6

NO.
ROAD CLASSIFICATION

1.

2.

3.

Urban

Rural

Expressway

APPENDIX C
ROAD SAFETY AUDITING OF THE
TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT AT
WORK ZONES

ROAD SAFETY AUDITING OF THE TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT AT WORK ZONES

(TMP)

1.0

Introduction

In an effort to spur the economic growth of the country, the Federal Government has
embarked on a massive program to provide new construction contracts especially in the
road sector. Many projects, worth billions of ringgit had been identified and currently being
designed and implemented.
Jabatan Kerja Raya Malaysia (JKR), being the implementation agency for the Federal
Government, is very concerned about the effect of the construction activities to the
possibility of increased accident occurrences at the construction work sites.
As a mitigation effort, JKR has introduced the following steps in the road construction
projects:
i)

iv)
v)

Preparation of Traffic Management Plans (TMP) during the Design and Construction
Phases
Cost of management and provision of Traffic Management at construction sites to be
priced as a BQ item
Contractor to designate a qualified Traffic Management Officer (TMO) responsible
for the operations and maintenance of the traffic management of the work zones
Submission of a three monthly Traffic Management Safety Report (TMSR)
Audit of the Traffic Management at Work Zones every three months

2.0

Role of Road Safety Auditor

ii)
iii)

The role of the Road Safety Auditor is to audit the activities of the road safety at the
construction site. This includes the observation of the effectiveness of the TMPs and the
devices employed during day and nighttimes. The role of the Road Safety Auditor includes:
i)
ii)

iii)

Auditing the TMPs during the Design Phase.

Auditing the Work Zones during the Construction Phase. This is to be carried out
every three or six months as deemed appropriate by the Superintending Officer
(S.O).
Preparing audit reports.

3.0

Reports

The following reports must be prepared for the Audit work:

i)

Traffic Management Plans (TMP)

Traffic Management Plans are required for all Work Zones of the project. Each work
zone will have a specific TMP with a specific reference number to it. These TMPs are
to be displayed for easy access during the inspections and audit visits. Whenever
there is a change of traffic control on the site, these must be reflected in the TMPs
being displayed.
The TMPs will have to be approved by the Supervising Engineers and endorsed by
the Superintending Officer. The displayed copy must have these approval and
endorsement.

ii)

Traffic Management Safety Reports (TMSR)

The Traffic Management Safety Reports are essential documents in the execution of
the project. These reports are to be prepared by the Traffic Safety Officer and shall
include the following:

TMPs prepared and enforced on the ground

TMPs for the next three months work

Estimated duration of each TMP (Placement dates and expected Removal

dates) are required.

Accident occurrences and analyses

The TMSR must be submitted by the first week of the third month to:

the Supervising Consulting Engineer

the S.O.

the Unit Keselamatan Jalan,. Cawangan Jalan.

Unit Pengurusan Projek & Pembinaan (UPPP), Caw. Jalan

the Road Safety Auditor

iii)

Project Work Zone Audit Reports

The Road Safety Auditor will be required to audit the Traffic Management Plan at the
work zones at a three monthly interval or other intervals agreed by the SO.
Preferably, the audit should be done immediately after receipt of the TMSR from the
Contractor.
The Audit Report is to be submitted within 2 weeks after receiving the TMSR.

FLOWCHART FOR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT AUDIT

Traffic Management Plans (TMP)
-

Contractor prepare TMP for all work zones

of the project

Traffic Management Safety Reports (TMSR)

a)
b)
c)
d)
-

Traffic Mgmt Officer prepare TMSR that

includes:
TMPs prepared & enforced on the ground
TMPs for the next three months work
Estimated duration of each TMP (Expected
placement & removal dates)
Accident occurrences and analyses
Submit report to S.O/P.D and Road Safety
Auditor. Extend copy to HOPT (first week of the
third months)

Work Zone Audit

- Road Safety Auditor to carry out audit on
a) TMSR submitted
b) Traffic management at work zones
(every 3 months/as per nos. agreed)
-

Road Safety Auditor to prepare audit

report (within 2 weeks after receiving
TMSR) and submit to S.O/P.D. Extend copy
to HOPT

Approving Traffic Management Plans

-

S.O/P.D Reps approved TMPs and may use

recommendations of road safety auditor in
work zones audit reports

Approved Traffic Management

Plans (TMP)
-

Approved TMPs to be used at

work zones

Notes:
i) S.O Superintending Officer
ii) P.D Project Director
iii) HOPT Unit Pengurusan & Penyelarasan Projek (Cawangan Jalan)
iv) (*) Supervision Team need to ensure comments / recommendations by Road Safety
Auditor is adhered by contractor
v) All copies of audit reports to be extended to UKJ for monitoring and record purposes

RSA STAGE 4 (PART 1) PROCESS

COMMENCEMENT MEETING (*)

- Called & chaired by Road Branch Director
- Scope of audit given to Road Safety Auditor

CONSTRUCTION & TRAFFIC

MANAGEMENT DRAWING
- S.O / P.D submit drawing to Road Safety Auditor.

VERIFICATION AUDIT
STAGE 4 (PART 1)
Road Safety Auditor prepared RSA Stage 4 (Part 1)
report & send to S.O / P.D and Contractor. Extend
copy to HOPT
RESPONSE REPORT
-Contractor prepares response report
and submits to Road Safety Auditor.
Extend copy to S.O / P.D and HOPT
RSA STAGE 4 Pt 2
COMPLETION MEETING
- Called & chaired by HOPT
- Road Safety Auditor to present findings
- Designer present response
- Decisions are made & minute

CORRECTIVE ACTION
- By contractor

No

WORK APPROVAL (*)

Yes

Notes:
Next Stage Of Audit
i) S.O Superintending Officer
ii) P.D Project Director
iii) HOPT Unit Pengurusan & Penyelarasan Projek
(Cawangan Jalan)
iv) (*) Supervision Team need to ensure comments /
recommendations by Road Safety Auditor is adhered
by contractor
v) All copies of audit reports to be extended to UKJ for
monitoring and record purposes

RSA STAGE 4 (PART 2) PROCESS

DIRECTIVE TO DO RSA
-

S.O / P.D instruct Road Safety Auditor to do

RSA Stage 4 (Part 2)

ROAD SAFETY AUDIT

Road Safety Auditor prepared RSA Stage 4 (Part 2)
report & send to S.O / P.D and Contractor. Extend
copy to HOPT
RESPONSE REPORT
Contractor prepares response
report and submits to Road Safety
Auditor. Extend copy to S.O / P.D and
HOPT
RSA STAGE 2
COMPLETION MEETING
- Called &chaired by S.O / P.D
- Road Safety Auditor to present findings
- Contractor present response
- Decisions are made & recorded

Required Corrective Action

CORRECTIVE ACTION
- By Contractor

No Corrective Action
Required

No

WORK APPROVAL (*)

Yes

Next Stage Of Audit

Notes:
i) S.O Superintending Officer
ii) P.D Project Director
iii) HOPT Unit Pengurusan & Penyelarasan Projek
(Cawangan Jalan)
iv) (*) Supervision Team need to ensure comments /
recommendations by Road Safety Auditor is adhered
by contractor
v) All copies of audit reports to be extended to UKJ for
monitoring and record purposes

RSA STAGE 4 (PART 3) PROCESS

DIRECTIVE TO DO RSA
STAGE 4 (PART 3)
- S.O / P.D instruct Road Safety Auditor
to do RSA Stage 4 (Part 3)

ROAD SAFETY AUDIT

Road Safety Auditor prepared RSA Stage 4 (Part 3)
report & send to S.O / P.D and Contractor. Extend
copy to HOPT

RESPONSE REPORT
- Contractor prepares response report
and submits to Road Safety Auditor.
Extend copy to S.O / P.D and HOPT
RSA STAGE 4 (PART 3)
COMPLETION MEETING
- Called &chaired by S.O / P.D
- Road Safety Auditor to present findings
- Contractor present response
- Decisions are made & recorded

Required Corrective Action

CORRECTIVE ACTION
- By Contractor

No Corrective Action
Required

No

WORK APPROVAL (*)

Yes
Next Stage Of Audit
Notes:
i) S.O Superintending Officer
ii) P.D Project Director
iii) HOPT Unit Pengurusan & Penyelarasan Projek
(Cawangan Jalan)
iv) (*) Supervision Team need to ensure comments /
recommendations by Road Safety Auditor is adhered
by contractor
v) All copies of audit reports to be extended to UKJ for
monitoring and record purposes

APPENDIX D
FORMAT FOR TRAFFIC
MANAGEMENT SAFETY REPORT
(TMSR)

FORMAT FOR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SAFETY REPORT (TMSR)

1.0 Introduction
objective of the report
objective of the Traffic Management Plans
objective of the TMSR report
photos of the site
schedule of the TMSR reports for the project
2.0 Background of Project
Project details
Traffic data
Strip map
Construction Program
The importance of the road
The conditions of the road and surrounding area
3.0 Project Contractors Site Organisation
Organization chart of the project
TMT and ERT organization
List the tasks and responsibilities of each member of the TMT and ERT
4.0 Work Progress and Traffic Management Plan
Construction Progress and TMPs for the last 3 months
o Give detail of the work done and the TMPs
o Records of workers, traffic control devices and inventories used
Construction Schedule and TMPs for the next 3 months
o Give detail of the work to be carried out and the TMPs proposed
o Records of workers, traffic control devices and inventories to be used
Photos of site where TMPs to be applied
o Give detail of the work to be carried out and the TMPs proposed
o Records of workers, traffic control devices and inventories to be used
5.0 Photos during the operation of the Traffic Management Plans
Provide photos of the TMPs for the last 3 months
6.0 Methods of Assessing Performance of TMPs
The Contractor should propose suitable methods of assessment
o Acceptable methods are; Degree of Congestion, Queue Length, Travel Time,
Number of Accidents, Number of Complaints, and other quantifiable items
o Before and After data should be collected

7.0 Emergency Response Plan (ERP) and Emergency Response Team (ERT)
Emergency Response Plan (ERP)
o Give detail of the plan and show alternative route
Emergency Response Team (ERT)
o Give detail of the organization chart and Line of Communication
8.0 Records of Public Complaints
Provide records of public complaints through hotline, letters, newspapers, etc
9.0 Damage to Vehicles
Provide records and photos of vehicles experiencing problems within the work zones
10.0 Accident Analyses
Provide records of Accidents within Work Zones during the last 3 months
o Give detail of dates, time, collision diagram, location, damages. Show photos.
Provide records of Accidents within the Project Work Zones from the start of project.
o Give detail of dates, time, collision diagram, location, damages. Show photos.
11.0 Evaluation
Evaluate the effectiveness of the TMPs during the last 3 months
Highlight main issues for the next 3 months
Propose steps to upgrade the situations
Alert JKR on the issues which are sensitive and propose mitigations
12.0 Recommendations
Provide recommendations for actions to reduce accidents, public complaints.
Provide recommendations on how to improve the conditions at site.