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Lighting Design Guideline for Roadway

and Public Space
Table of Content
• 1. GENERAL
• 1.1 Purpose
• 1.2 References
• 1.3 Lighting Policy
• 2. LIGHTING DESIGN
• 2.1 General Requirements
• 2.2 Roadway Lighting
• 2.3 Public Spaces (Pathways and cycle ways) Lighting
• 2.4 Supplementary Lighting for Pedestrian Crossings
• 2.5 Tunnels and Bridge Lighting
• 2.6 Underpass and Short Tunnel Lighting
• 2.7 High Mast Lighting
• 2.8 Western Power Lighting Design
• 2.9 Channelized and Signalised intersections
• 2.10 Lighting in the Vicinity of Main Roads Roadway Lighting
• 2.11 Signalised Ramp and Roundabout Lighting
• 2.12 Road Train Assembly Area (RTAA) lighting
• 2.13 Solar Powered Lighting
• 2.14 Illuminated Advertising Signs
• 3. LIGHTING COMPONENTS
• 3.1 General Requirements
• 3.2 Main Switchboard Requirements
• 3.3 Cables and Wiring
• 3.4 Conduits and Road Crossings
• 3.5 Cable Runs, Route Markers and Identification
• 3.6 Luminaires
• 3.7 Lighting Columns and Out-reach Arms
• 3.8 Cable Pits 
• 3.9 Referencing Convention for Switchboard, Circuit, Pole and Pit
• 4. DOCUMENTATION
• 4.1 Electrical Design Drawings
• 4.2 As Constructed Drawings
• 5. DESIGN GUIDELINES DRAWINGS
• 6. APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS FOR HPS LAMPS & IGNITERS
• 6.1 Igniter Specifications for HPS Lamps
• 6.2 250 Watt HPS Lamp Specifications
• 6.3 400 Watt HPS Lamp Specifications
• 6.4 1000 Watt HPS Lamp Specification
• 6.5 Fluorescent lamps
• 6.6 Lamp Colour Temperature and Life
• 6.7 Roadway and Pedestrian Luminaire Selection
• 7. APPENDIX B: SELECTING A LUMINAIRE TYPE OTHER THAN APPROVED PRODUCT
• 7.1 Luminaire selection
• 7.2 Propose a Luminaire type under design
• 7.3 Example  - Information for approval

1. GENERAL

Main Roads will provide roadway and pathway lighting on urban freeways, highways and Control of Access Roads with
high traffic volumes and Principal Shared Paths for users to travel safely at night. These will be provided in accordance
with the requirements of this guideline.

 
1.1 Purpose

The purpose of this document is to provide design guidelines for lighting for Road and Public Spaces, where the lighting is
being built and maintained by Main Roads.

This Guideline outlines technical requirements for the design of Roadway and Pedestrian Lighting and shared paths,
associated Electrical Design, Material and Lighting Software, and Documentation requirements.

 
1.2 References

In addition to complying with the technical requirements as outlined herein, and any requirements or regulations of the
Office of Energy, WA, and the regulations of Western Power or other supply authorities, all roadway and pathway lighting
designs shall comply with the relevant standards listed below, including all amendments thereto which are current at the
date of the design.
Approval and test specifications - General requirements for electrical equipment (including
AS 3100
all current amendments)
AS 4139 Fibres-reinforced Pipes and Fittings (including all current amendments)
AS 4282 Control of Obtrusive effects of outdoor lighting (including all current amendments)
AS 1100.101 Technical Drawing-General Principles (including all current amendments)
Technical Drawing-Engineering survey and Engineering survey design drawing (including
AS 1100.401
all current amendments)
AS/NZS 1158.0 Lighting for Roads and public spaces - Introduction (including all current amendments)
Lighting for Roads and public spaces - Vehicular traffic (Category V) lighting -
AS/NZS 1158.1.1
Performance & installation design requirements (including all current amendments)
Road Lighting - Vehicular traffic (Category V) lighting - Guide to design, installation,
AS/NZS 1158.1.2
operation and maintenance (including all current amendments)
Lighting for Roads and public spaces - Computer procedures for the calculation of light
AS/NZS 1158.2 technical parametres for Category V Lighting and Category P Lighting (including all
current amendments)
Lighting for Roads and public spaces - Pedestrian area (Category P) lighting - Performance
AS/NZS 1158.3.1
and installation design requirements (including all current amendments)
Lighting for Roads and public spaces - Pedestrian area (Category P) lighting - Performance
AS/NZS 1158.4
and design requirements
Lighting for roads and public spaces - Tunnels and underpasses (including all current
AS/NZS 1158.5
amendments)
AS/NZS 1158.6 Lighting for roads and public spaces - Luminaires (including all current amendments)
AS/NZS 1379 Specification & supply of concrete (including all current amendments)
Interior Lighting-General Principles and Recommendations (including all current
AS/NZS 1680.1
amendments)
AS/NZS 1796 Certification of Welders and Welding Supervisors (including all current amendments)
Lighting poles and Brackets Arms - Preferred dimensions (including all current
AS/NZS 1798
amendments)
AS/NZS 1852.845 International electro technical vocabulary - Lighting (including all current amendments)
AS/NZS 1906 - Retro reflective Materials and Devices for Road Traffic Control Purposes (including all
Series current amendments)
AS/NZS 2053 Non-metallic Conduits and Fittings (including all current amendments)
AS/NZS 3000 Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules (including all current amendments)
AS/NZS 4677 Steel Utility Services Poles (including all current amendments)
AS/NZS 4680 Hot-dip galvanized (zinc) coatings on ferrous articles (including all current amendments)
AS/NZS 60598 -
Luminaires (including all current amendments)
Series
AS/NZS 60901 - Single-capped Fluorescent Lamp - Performance Specifications (including all current
2003 amendments)
IEC 60662 Ed.2.0 High Pressure Sodium Vapour Lamps.
IEC 60529 Ed.2.0 Degrees of Protection Provided by Enclosures (IP code)
Auxiliaries for lamps - Ballasts for discharge lamps - General and safety requirements
AS/NZS 60922
(including all current amendments)
Auxiliaries for lamps - Ballasts for discharge lamps -Performance requirements (including
AS/NZS 60923
all current amendments)
AS/NZS 61048 - Auxiliaries for Lamp - Capacitors for use in tubular fluorescent and other discharge
 2002 circuits - Safety Req. (including all current amendments)
Auxiliaries for lamps - Capacitors for use in tubular fluorescent and other discharge
AS/NZS 61049
circuits - Performance Req. (including all current amendments)
AS/NZS 9000-
Quality Systems as applicable.
Series
Limits and methods of measurements of radio disturbance characteristics of electrical
AS/NZS CISPR 15
lighting and similar equipment (including all current amendments)
Austroads Parts
Guide to Road Design
4, 4A, 4B, 6A, 6B 
Austroads Parts 3, 6,
Guide to Traffic Management
8, 10, 12
CASA Aerodromes - CASR Part 139
Civil Aviation
No. 94 --- Dangerous Lights: 1988
Regulations
AASHTO Roadside Design Guidelines, 4th Edition
 
1.3 Lighting Policy

For policy statement, application, approval and administration guidelines refer to online guidelines as provided below:
1. Road Lighting - Part A - Policy Statement
2. Road Lighting - Part B - Application & Approval Guidelines
3. Road Lighting - Part D - Administration Guidelines
4. Solar Powered LED Lighting Policy
 
2. LIGHTING DESIGN

 
2.1 General Requirements

Definitions of terms provided in AS 3665, AS/NZS 1158.0, AS/NZS 1852.845 and Austroads Glossary of Terms and
Austroads guide to road design and Traffic Managements are applicable under this Guideline.
 
 
2.1.1 Survey Background
Survey shall be obtained and show the required data concerning existing or future services at the site. All such
information and data shall be formatted and stored in compliance with Main Roads WA Survey and
Mapping requirements.
 
 
2.1.2 Site Constraints

Any existing Utilities, Environmental Heritage and other obstacles, which are a constraint to any components of the
preferred lighting design, shall be identified.
 
 
2.1.3 Services Relocations

Where the re-location of any above or below ground services and/or obstacles is necessary in the vicinity of the proposed
lighting scheme, the appropriate quotations shall be obtained and considered in the development of the design to ensure
that the most economical long term solution is provided after considering both construction and ongoing costs.
 
 
2.1.4 Statutory Constraints
 
2.1.4.1 General
 
Statutory limitations on glare, impact of spilled light and lamp colour appearance and any other special local conditions
affecting the lighting scheme shall be identified as described in AS/NZS 1158.1.3 and AS 4282. In particular, the following
authorities shall be consulted where the proposed road lighting may adversely affect the authorities' operations:
 
 
2.1.4.2 Airport Authority
 
For lighting schemes located close to airports, the Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority and the Operator of the airport
shall be consulted for possible interference with the airport's visual navigation lights, RF equipment and aircraft
operations in regard to existing height restrictions.
 
 
2.1.4.3 Railway Authority
 
Consultation with the railway Authority in the vicinity of proposed lighting scheme is the recommended practice as part of
the lighting design process, especially with regard to the siting of the lighting poles.
 
 
2.1.4.4 Port Authority
 
Locations in the vicinity of Port Authority require special considerations and the designer shall contact the Port Authority
to arrange for design review or accessing a copy of their conditions required under the design.

Contact details for Fremantle Ports Authority is listed below:

Manager Electrical & Mechanical Services
Fremantle Ports
Tel: (08) 9430 3555 or 9430 3312
Email: mail@fremantleports.com.au
 
 
2.1.4.5 Special Requirements
 
Generally, locations requiring special consideration or use of non-standard equipment or arrangement shall be identified
in the design report. The designer shall liaise and confirm with the Principal on the use of non-standard equipment and
arrangement for unusual situations before the finalisation of the design.
 
 
2.1.5 Calculation of Applicable Light Technical Parameters
 
For calculations of applicable Light Technical Parameters (LTP), refer to AS/NZS 1158.1.1, AS/NZS 1158.2, AS/NZS 1158.1.2
and AS/NZS 1158.3.1.  

The maintenance factor (MF) associated with the formulated maintenance regime for the Light Technical Parameters shall
be 0.7 in accordance with Main Roads principal and policy requirements and calculated as per guide provided in
AS/NZS1158 series. 
 
2.1.6 Design Methods and Rules
 
Design Tools and methods identified under Australian Standards AS/NZS 1158.1.1 and AS/NZS1158.3.1 and Main Roads
specific requirements shall be applied.
 
 
2.1.6.1 Category V Lighting - Design Methods
 
Ite
Road Element Design Method AS/NZS reference
m
Luminance-based Computer Calculation and
Clause 3.2 of AS/NZS
1 Straight Section Illuminance-based Computer Calculation
1158.1.1
where applicable
Curved Spacing Chart Clause 3.3 of AS/NZS
2 Curved Sections
Luminance-based Computer Calculations 1158.1.1
Luminance-based Computer Calculations,
Intersections, Junctions and other Clause 3.4 of AS/NZS
3 where applicable and
Specified Locations 1158.1.1
Illuminance-based Computer Calculation
Design Rules and Illuminance based Clause 3.5 of AS/NZS
4 Isolated Intersections
Computer Calculation 1158.1.1
 
Table 1
 
2.1.6.2 Category P Lighting-Design requirements
 
All Category P lighting shall be designed in accordance with AS/NZS1158.3.1 and any specific Main Roads' requirements as
stated under clause 2.3.
 
Design of public lighting shall comply with the requirements of AS/NZS1158.3.1 and Table 2 and Main Roads specific
requirements..
 

Design
Ite Road Element AS/NZS reference
Method
m
1 Roads in local areas P3, P4, P5 Table 2.1 of AS/NZS
 1158.3.1
Table 2.2 of AS/NZS
2 Pathways including cycle ways P1, P2, P3, P4
1158.3.1
Table 2.3 of AS/NZS
3 Public Activities excluding car parks P6, P7, P8
1158.3.1
Table 2.4 of AS/NZS
4 Connecting Elements P9, P10
1158.3.1
Outdoor car parks including Roof Top car Table 2.5 of AS/NZS
5 P11, P12
parks 1158.3.1
Table 2.3 of AS/NZS
6 Road Train Assembly Area (RTAA) P8
1158.3.1
 
Table 2
 
2.1.6.3 Departure from Design Spacing
 
Where necessitated at isolated points in the installation due to the presence of obstruction or structures, the design
spacing may be varied by not more than 10% for any two consecutive spans. Refer to AS/NZS1158.1.1 and Clause 3.3.8 of
AS/NZS 1158.3.1.
 
 
2.1.7 Computerised Calculation Software
 
The AS/NZS 1158 series Standard for lighting for roads and public spaces permits the use of computer programs for
calculating illuminance and luminance such as the SAA STAN program, PLE, AGI, etc.
 
The outputs of such computerised calculations shall certify conformance to AS/NZS 1158 series requirements and specific
Main Roads' requirements.
 
 
2.1.8 Electrical Design
 
The design of the electrical installation shall comply with WA Electrical Regulations, Supply Authority's Requirements,
AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules and Section 10.4 of AS/NZS 1158.1.3.
 
The selection of cables with respect to size, voltage drops and other requirements shall comply with AS/NZS 3008.
 
The design drawings shall include but not limited to:

     - Details of cable sizes, circuit diagram, main switchboard and its location,
     - The electrical circuits forming the controls and switches,
     - Schedules of luminaries, their poles/pits, circuits and their phases, Pole numbers, etc.
     - Conduit sizes, road crossings, cable pits
      - Material or equipment quantities and other relevant details. [Refer to Section 4 of this Guideline for more
information]

The design shall use inter-leaved three-phase circuits for providing supply to the roadway lighting system except for some
minor luminaries and other low load circuits such as Public Lighting where single-phase supply may be employed. [Refer
to Clause 3.3 of this Guideline].

Three phase electrical loads shall as far as practically possible be evenly distributed across each circuit.

The electrical design shall provide optimum cable size and length for circuit to meet all requirements within this guideline
where, the cable rum is not greater than 1000m and switchboard should be installed halfway across the circuit to provide
ease of access and clear visible line of sight.

 
2.1.9 Power Supply

Power supply shall be 415 V a.c. 50 Hz, three-phase active, neutral and earth or 240 V a.c. active, neutral and earth.
Allowable voltage and frequency variations shall be as permitted by Western Australian Electrical Requirements, whose
custodian is the Office of Energy.

 The design shall be submitted to the Electricity Supply Authority (i.e. Western Power or some other private operator as
the case may be) proposing the Point of Attachment, its location and the type of connection, that is, whether the supply
shall be via an aerial cable and service pole or underground power cables in conjunction with a ground mounted service
pillar. The preferred method of supplying electrical power is via underground cables.
 
 
2.1.10 Roadway Lighting Pole Set Back

 Lighting poles shall be installed at the set-back distance detailed below:

• For straight and curved kerbed roads, the face of the pole shall be set back at least 1.5 metres from the vertical face of the
kerb or edge of carriageway (including shoulders whether or not it is sealed).
• Where there are no kerbs, the set back of the pole shall not be less than 3.0 metres from the edge of the traffic lane and
1.5 meters from the edge of shoulder (whether or not it is sealed).
• Where there is a barrier, the face of the pole shall be set back at greater than the dynamic deflection of the barrier, in a
direction away from the road. The light pole set back should be equal to the total distance for barrier's deflection zone
and barrier's working distance plus 200mm. 
• Where there are other roadside items nearby, the pole face shall be no less than 1.0 metre away from the closest piece of
roadside furniture, drainage pit, noise wall, etc.

On no account shall the pole be mounted on the road shoulder (whether sealed or unsealed), which is that designated
portion of the at-grade surface contiguous with edge of the traffic lane. 

 
2.1.11 Embankments
 
The road geometry design shall allow for cutting or widening of the embankment to allow for installation of the roadway
lighting poles to comply with the mounting height of 13.7 metres and mounting position as per clause 2.1.10 and in
accordance with Main Roads Standard drawing 0530-1456 and 0530-1457.
 
Further, the designer is advised to consult other relevant literature on roadside engineering such as the AASHTO NHI on
Roadside Design Guideline, especially on matters relating to poles installation.
  
 
2.1.12 Roundabouts & Medians
 
Lighting poles shall not be installed in the centre of roundabouts or around the periphery of the raised island of the
roundabout. If it is unavoidable, then AS/NZS 1158.1.3 shall be strictly followed.
 
Lighting poles shall not be installed in medians, raised islands, except where unavoidable due to site conditions; the pole
set back requirements shall comply with Clause 6 of Appendix B of AS/NZS 1158.1.3.
 
 
2.1.13 Intersections
 
At T-junctions and intersections, the same principle applies to the set back and location of poles (refer to clause 2.1.10).
Moreover, for a junction which has slip lanes, the layout of the poles, (taking into account the required set back and
luminaire overhang) when viewed in perspective, should give as far as possible the run of the road ahead without causing
confusion or indecision in motorists.
 
Further, as much as is necessary to satisfy the design aims and compliance with standards and regulations, the design of
the overhang of the luminaries should be such that it would not impede the flow of traffic during maintenance work on
the luminaries (i.e. for a two lane carriageway, at least one lane must remain open at all times).
 
 
2.1.14 Other Considerations
 
When design work is undertaken, the designer shall at all times take into consideration the following requirements:   
• Operating characteristics and the surrounds of the road
• High degree of safety, considering all the required clearances
• Ease of installation and accessibility
• Ease of maintainability
• Minimum capital, ongoing and maintenance costs
• Efficiency.
• Close proximity of lighting scheme to roadside overhead power lines

 
2.1.15 Verge Width Requirements and Localised Widening
Minimum 2 m clear distance is required between the edge of light pole footing and the edge of batter for light pole
installation. When the distance is less than 2 m, localised widening (refer to drawing 201331-0008) is required to provide
2 m radial clearance from edge of pole footing.

 
2.1.16 Emergency Stopping Bays and Light Poles Location

Refer to Technical Guidelines – Emergency Stopping Bays (D10#80939).

 
2.2 Roadway Lighting

The following Main Roads physical parameters shall be stringently followed when designing roadway lighting: 
 a The luminaire shall be fitted with High output 250 watt High Pressure Sodium (HPS) lamp. 
)
Minimum lighting category for roadway lighting is category V3. Both luminance and illuminance design
b principals shall be
) applied to roadway lighting designs. 

c Typical mounting height for roadway lighting poles shall be 13.7 m. 
)
Standard 12.85 m poles (measured "straight") shall be mounted on bridge railings or concrete parapet wall or
otherwise
d
mounted a steel stump offset from or in-line with the railing to achieve a typical 13.7 m mounting height above
)
the road surface. 

Overhang values complying with standard outreach lengths used by Main Roads shall be 0.0, 1.5, 2.5, 3.5 and
e
4.5 metres.
)

f The Road surface calssification shall be taken as R3 of CIE Publication No. 27 for luminance calculations.
)
Road lighting pole type shall be slip-base or impact absorbent type where there is a risk of a secondary
accident to occur, such as pedestrian areas or other utilities like overhead powerlines or footbridge abutments
g
etc., or is a low speed environment (less than 80km/h). The light pole types shall be decided based on
)
Austroads Guide to Road design Parts 6, 6A and 6B and Austroads Guide to Traffic Management parts 3, 6, 8,
10, 12 and Traffic Management and Infrastructure - Lessons from In-depth Crash Investigations for lighting. 
The luminaire's optical assembly shall have an adjustable tilt of not less than +5o from the horizontal, which
feature shall be
h
inherent in the luminaire's design. However, the upcast and any specific luminaire settings required shall be
)
specified in the design.

 
2.3 Public Spaces (Pathways and cycle ways) Lighting
 
Main Roads requires P2 Category lighting for Principal Shared Paths (PSPs) to be achieved with the following additional
parameters:

a Typical mounting height for column mounted Pedestrian Light poles shall be 7.0 metres
)

b The outreach length for pedestrian lighting is to be 0.0 to 1.5 metres.

)
The luminaire's optical assembly shall have an adjustable tilt of not less than +5o from the horizontal, which
c feature shall be inherent in the luminaire's design. However, the upcast and any specific luminaire settings
) required shall be specified in the design.
All pedestrian lighting design and installation shall be High Pressure Sodium (HPS) lamps. 
 d
)

e Point horizontal of no less than 5 lux with vertical Lux to AS1158.3 category P2; 
)

At locations where a PSP intersects another Path the horizontal and vertical illuminance shall not be less than
f
20 lux; 
)
g At locations of conflict and high pedestrian usage such as rail stations point horizontal and vertical
) illuminance of no less than 20 lux shall be achieved;

h Desirable pole setback should be 1.0m from edge of path;

)
i) Vegetation in the vicinity of lighting is to be removed/pruned so as proposed lighting levels are maintained.
j) Regular maintenance requirements for vegetation should be mentioned under design report.

Spillage lighting level (roadway lighting only, not commercial lighting etc) and reflectivity of any walls or
k
surfaces in the vicinity of the lighting is to be included in lighting calculations.
)
l) Minimum lighting category for PSP under pass lighting is P10 in accordance with AS/NZS 1158.3.1:2005.
m  It is required to comply with V3 Category lighting requirements where a PSP intersects a road in accordance
) with AS/NZS 1158.1.1:2005.
 
 
If for any reason technical or otherwise, any of the above physical parameters cannot be satisfied and the need for the
employment of unusual methods or arrangements or materials or components becomes evident, then such reasons shall
be properly and duly recorded in the design documentation.
 
The design objectives of Category P lighting are achieved by specifying luminaire optics, lamp type, lamp watt, lumen
output, mounting height, spacing of poles, setback from the edge of path or edge of kerbed path, overhang length and
other physical parameters to satisfy the requirements of the sub-category required for the pathway.
 
The levels of lighting required are as defined by the light technical parameters in the Table 2.1 for local roads and
pathways of AS/NZS 1158.3.1
 
Where there is a barrier, the face of the pole shall be set back at least equal to barrier's deflection distance plus minimum
of 200 mm in a direction away from the road.
 
 
2.4 Supplementary Lighting for Pedestrian Crossings

The design for supplementary pedestrian lighting for mid block crossings shall comply with the requirements of AS
1158.4. The mounting height and the distance of the floodlights from the centre of the crossing are usually determined in
accordance with AS 1158.4.

 
2.5 Tunnels and Bridge Lighting

Generally, the guidelines of design for Bridge Lighting and Tunnels shall comply with AS/NZS1158.5, Austroads-Traffic
Engineering Practice Series Roadway Lighting requirements and the specific requirements as detailed below.
 
Provision of Emergency Lighting for Under Bridge, Underpass and Tunnel Lighting shall be made.

 
2.5.1 Under-Bridge Lighting
 
2.5.1.1 Category V
 
When designing for under bridge lighting, the preferred location of the luminaires shall be under the soffit of the bridge.
The locations and the methods of mounting the support in the concrete structures for the luminaires shall be decided
upon with the full consent of the Structures Engineer. Unless decided otherwise, the under-bridge luminaires shall be
positioned symmetrically above and along the outer-most edges of the carriageway (i.e. over the road shoulder for ease
of maintenance access. The designer shall decide on the location of luminaiers so that it deters vandalism).
 
The layout of under-bridge lighting and the circuit diagram for V-category lighting are indicated on MRWA Drawings 0448-
3009 and 0448-3010. In addition the guideline drawing 200231-0057 can be used to assist the designer in design.
 
 
2.5.1.2 Category P
 
The mounting height is determined by the height of the soffit of the bridge above the road surface. The number of
luminaires required shall depend on width and length of the bridge, the lighting category for that road and/or path over
which the bridge traverses and the luminous flux contribution from existing road luminaires.
 
The layout of under-bridge lighting and the circuit diagram are indicated on MRWA Drawings 0448-3011and 9230-0921.
 
 
2.5.2 Over-bridge (Overpass) Lighting
 
For over-bridge lighting, the requirements of luminance shall be designed to the required Sub-category of lighting
(normally V3), the same as that for the connecting road traversing the bridge. Where there is also an adjacent footpath(s),
the surround illuminance shall also be designed to meet the requirements of Table 2.1 of AS/NZS 1158.1.1
 
For short bridges, say less than 65 metres long, it is preferable not to mount the lighting poles on the bridge but at the
start and end of the bridge.
 
For long bridges greater than 65 metres long, it may be necessary to place poles on the bridge structure.
 
The light pole shall be offset at 1 metre from the railing or parapet wall but if constrained, they shall be mounted in line
with the bridge railings or on top of concrete parapet wall without the steel stump considering bridge structure.
 
Refer to Standard Drawing numbers 0530-1456, 0530-1457, 0630-1901 and 0630-1902 for poles mounted on bridge or
overpass structures.
  
 
2.6 Underpass and Short Tunnel Lighting

Clause 2.5 of this guideline should be applied when undertaking the lighting design for underpass or short tunnel lighting.
It is usual to take into account the contribution of flux from other sources in the vicinity though this is often negligible
given the low height of the underpass or tunnel and the comparatively high level of externally mounted road lighting
luminaires. However, the multiple internal reflections from the soffit and wall of the underpass or short tunnel due to the
luminaires installed therein can be taken into consideration based on AS 1680.1. The designed luminance level for the
road surface should not be less than that of the road, which traverses through the underpass or tunnel.
 
Underpass and Tunnel lighting design would depend on the actual length and width of the underpass or short tunnel. In
some cases where daylight may filter through the gap between two-separated carriageways such as it is found in some
underpasses, daytime lighting may not be required. However, night lighting shall in most cases be necessary.
 
For underpasses which have a mixture of vehicular, cyclist and pedestrian traffic, it is important to take into account the
illuminance required for direct illumination of the cyclists and pedestrian paths in addition to the luminance level for the
road surface.
 
In underpass or short tunnel constructed strictly for pedestrians or pedestrian and cyclist traffic, the illuminance criteria
shall allow for the safety and security of public when designing for daytime and night-time lighting in accordance to
Clause 2.3.
 
If the length of the tunnel or underpass is long, the lighting design should allow for parity of lighting for eyes entering
from daylight into dark and exiting into daylight environment, in addition to other lighting design considerations.
 
The designer would need to consider each case on its own merits according to Part 1.1 and Parts 3.1, 5 and 6 of AS/NZS
1158. The relevant MRWA Drawing for reference is 0448-3011.
 
Where the underpass is required to be lit during day and night, designer shall allow for supply and installation of a UPS.
 
 
2.7 High Mast Lighting

In special locations such as grade-separated interchanges or other road sections having unusual geometry or other
reasons such as energy costs, aesthetics and controls of Light Pollution, it may be necessary to use high mast lighting
system. Where such a need arises, the necessary information, technical data and a cost benefit analysis of such a system
shall be submitted as part of the design. These shall include but not limited to the following:
• The proposed height of each mast shaft.
• The maximum and minimum dimensions of the mast shaft at the bottom and top.
• The number and dimension of the outreach arms.
• Mass of each high mast shaft, inclusive of luminaires, brackets arms and lowering/raising mechanism.
• Structural calculations to prove design can withstand the geographical conditions such as wind speed.
• Details of anchoring system regarding type and dimensions of anchor bolts and their cover, anchor bolt circle template,
shaft cap, pit dimension and pit cover.
• Type of material used in the fabrication of the mast as well as the methods of fabrication, including quality control
measures as required under AS/NZS 1796 and AS/NZS 9000.
• The total electrical load per mast.
• The light distribution design shall be based on the IES or other approved technical authority's method of determining the
luminance or illuminance levels, including all Isolux contour diagrams for the areas involved.
• A lowering / raising mechanism to allow maintenance to be carried out with minimum interruptions and maximum safety
to both the workers and the passing road users below. The mechanism shall be similar to Main Roads Western Australia's
existing high mast mechanism for economy reasons.
• All information relating to the above shall be presented in accordance with the Section 4 of this Guideline.

 
2.8 Western Power Lighting Design

Main Roads may be involved in the design and construction of roads where roadway lighting would be designed to
AustRoads lighting standards and involvement from Western Power may be required.
Applications for the provision of a supply for lighting, or for Western Power lighting, can be submitted via the Western
Power website at www.westernpower.com.au
 
Where a design is considered to be finalised, the application is made
via https://www/westernpower.com.au/connections/developing-land/streetlights-and-unmetered-supplies/
 
If the request is for an indicative cost, or a discussion with a Design Specialist is required, please use the Feasibility Study
application at https://www.westernpower.com.au/services/feasibility-study/
Enquiries can be made to Western Power on 13 10 87.
 
2.9 Channelized and Signalised intersections

All channelized and signalised intersections are to be provided with roadway lighting to the requirements of V3 category
of lighting. And illuminance based design method shall be applied. The scope of lighting is equal to the extent of civil
works with the inclusion of one existing light pole from each approach.

 
2.10 Lighting in the Vicinity of Main Roads Roadway Lighting

Main Roads should be consulted with regards to impact of additional lighting in proximity of Main Roads' Lighting. This is
inclusive of parking lighting, local street lighting, commercialised and sign lighting owned by others.
 
The designer is required to provide a copy of Lighting design report in accordance with AS/NZS1158. The report and
design shall provide Glare factor, proximity and orientation of light fitting with respect to Roadway lighting and road lay
out.
 
The designer is required to ensure the additional lighting has minimum glare factor from back spill onto the roadway
lighting. The location and orientation of lighting should not compromise road safety and the roadway layout perceived by
approaching traffic.
 
 
2.11 Signalised Ramp and Roundabout Lighting

Ramps with metering signals are to be provided with roadway lighting to the requirement of V3 category lighting, for the
length of the ramp.
 Roundabouts with metering signals are to be provided with roadway lighting to the requirement of V3 category lighting,
for the signalised legs of the roundabout, up to the extent of works.
 
Illuminance design method shall be applied.
 
 
2.12 Road Train Assembly Area (RTAA) lighting

The following Main Roads physical parameters shall be stringently followed when designing RTAA lighting:
• The luminaires for RTAA lighting shall be flood lighting.
• Minimum lighting category for RTAA lighting is category P8 in accordance with AS/NZS 1158.3.1:2005.
• Typical mounting height for RTAA lighting poles shall be 17.9 m, and a hinged lighting pole shall be used.

 
2.13 Solar Powered Lighting

Refer to Design Guidelines for Solar Power Lighting.

 
2.14 Illuminated Advertising Signs
Refer to Guidelines for Roadside Advertising Signs.

 
3. LIGHTING COMPONENTS

3.1 General Requirements

 
All materials used in the fabrication of the lighting components shall be of the highest quality in terms of purity and alloy
content, resistance to the debilitating effects of the elements of weather, electrical and mechanical properties. They shall
be manufactured to the requirements Main Roads Specification 701, current industrial standards and shall be suitably
rated for the specified duties. Quality controls instituted during their manufacture shall conform to the AS/NZS 9000
Series to ensure that their durability and functional life meet current Australian and International Standards.
 
 
3.2 Main Switchboard Requirements
 
All lighting circuits providing electric power to the lighting poles to be supplied from a main switchboard located in the
vicinity of the road lighting scheme. The main switchboard shall accept the Western Power supply of single-phase, 240 Vac
or three-phase 415 V ac, 50 Hz via a Point of Attachment, which may be an aerial-type feeder or ground mounted service
pillar, or fuse pit.
 
 
3.2.1 Main Switchboard Fittings
 
Although the detailed lighting design dictates the switchboards equipment list, the fittings and components of the main
switchboard shall be as per Main Roads Specification 701 and Design Guideline drawing for Switchboards.
 
All switchboards require a DIN rail mounted Main Circuit Breaker over-current device and a separate Circuit Breaker and
RCD for each lighting circuit. The circuit breakers and RCDs must comply with the requirements of AS/NZS 3000:2007. The
circuit breakers must be correctly sized for the identified load and provide Earth Fault Protection to the circuit (acting as a
backup for the RCD, using the method described in AS/NZS 3000:2007). The RCD is to have a higher current rating than
that of the circuit breaker.
 
Where the switchboard is also required to provide power to a traffic signal controller, a traffic signal circuit breaker shall
also be included in the Main Roads' compartment. Further, in some cases, it may be necessary to include a surge diverter
in the switchboard in areas or regions that experience a high degree of lightning activity. The circuit breaker design must
comply with the requirements of AS/NZS 3000:2007
 
All voltage ratings of the component shall be rated for operation at 415 V three phase (Roadway Lighting) or 240 V single-
phase (Pedestrian Lighting) supplies as applicable to the type of lighting required, i.e. roadway lighting or pedestrian
lighting. Current ratings of the components shall be as determined by design.
 
The wiring shall be designed to allow for expansion equivalent to 20% of total load per circuit and phase.
 
 
3.2.2 Switchboard Accessibility
 
The position and internal arrangement of the components shall be such that a safe access is provided for installation,
meter reading by Western Power personnel and subsequently maintenance. Particular attention shall also be given to the
location of switches, levers, handles etc with respect to the personnel operating and maintaining the switchboard. The
switchboard dimensions and internal rear clearances shall satisfy the WA Electrical Requirements. The design location for
switchboard shall be such that the door(s) are facing away from the road.
The switchboard housing design shall allow for separate compartments with unique key and its duplicates for Main Roads
and Western Power as detailed in Main Roads Specification 701.
The direction the switchboard, which is positioned accordingly, allows for fitting of PECell to the exterior of switchboard
housing to utilise sunlight.
 
 
3.2.3 Main Switchboard Dimensions
 
A Standard single door Switchboard has dimensions 650 mm (W) x 1400 mm (H) x 350 mm (D), while a standard double
door Switchboard has dimensions 1300 mm (W) x 1500 mm (H) x 500 mm (D). The Switchboard is normally mounted on a
reinforced concrete plinth. It also has a separate compartment for housing Western Power meter and cut outs. Refer
to Main Roads Specification 701 for Supply and Installation of Roadway Lighting and Main Roads Switchboard Guideline
Design drawings.
Generally, a single door Switchboard to be used for PSP lighting and RTAA lighting, while a double door Switchboard to be
used for Roadway lighting.
 
MRWA recommends the following points to be considered when designing a switchboard:
1. Single door switchboard to allow for 6 circuits and allowance to be made for expansion of the maximum load up to 12
circuits provided the requirements of clause 3.2.1 are met. 
2. Double door switchboard to allow for 13 circuits and allowance to be made for expansion up to 18 circuits provided
the requirements of clause 3.2.1 are met.
 
 
3.2.4 UPS
 
Requirements of specification 713 shall be addressed where the designer is required to allow for a UPS under design
considerations.
 
 
3.2.5 Residual Current Device (RCD)
 
All new and modified switchboards shall comply with the requirements of AS/NZS 3000 requirements. Main Roads has
adopted the practice of installing 10 ms delayed type RCDs (Clipsal 4RC440G30 or equivalent) with the appropriate over
current protection. AS/NZS 3000 Appendix B may assist in selection.
 
 
3.2.6 Isolation Transformer

Where it has been determined that isolation transformer  is required, the designer is required to follow the PTA's
"Guideline for Earthing and Bonding in the 25kV AC Electrified – Part 4 – General Light & Power Supplies - Rev 1.1", Section
5.2.2 Part A where the transformer is in a separate cabinet from the supplying switchboard earthed to WP.

A written approval of the proposed design should be sought from PTA.

The installation shall be EFLI compliant.

 
3.3 Cables and Wiring
All cable and wiring shall comply with AS/NZS 3000 and Main Roads Specification 701 for the Installation and Maintenance
of Roadway Lighting. All cables shall have stranded copper conductors and double insulated PVC with an insulation rating
of 0.6/1kV.

 
All insulation colours shall be as follows:

     - Active conductors - Red (R), White (W) and Blue (B)
     - Neutral conductors - Black
     - Earth conductors - Yellow/Green
 
The voltage drop shall comply with the requirements of AS/NZS 3000 wiring rules. In any case, cabling and wiring run
underground shall not be less than 2.5 mm2.
 
 
Circuit number (e.g. L1, L2, L3, L4 etc) allocated to each light pole shall be clearly marked on the design drawings.
 
Underground power is the preferred method of mains supply from the Power Supply Authority to the switchboard and
from the switchboard to the lighting poles. The design drawing shall provide full details of type of power supply and
location for Point of Attachment.
 
Circuits shall be so arranged that lighting poles are connected to alternate phases and circuits using separate cables. In
other words, the system shall employ an interleaved circuit/alternate phase to supply power to the luminaires mounted
on the poles. For a three-phase system, it is illustrated in Figure 1 below:
 
 

 
 
 
 
Figure 1
 
Notes:
1. Symbol for Light pole and pit system  .
2. AAA is the Main Switchboard Number.
3. L1, L2, L3 and L4 are three-phase circuits, numbered as AAAL1 or AAA L2, AAAL3 and AAAL4 inside the switchboard.
4. Phases are shown as BW, WR or RB.
5. Odd numbered poles are numbered as AAA01 or AAA03 or AAA05 on one side.
6. Even numbered poles are numbered as AAA02 or AAA04 or AAA06 on opposite site to odd numbers side.
7. Large arrows show direction of travelling motorists.
 
Note that the pole numbers are to be prefixed with the switchboard number. For example, assuming the switchboard
number is 'AAA', the odd number poles would be designated AAA01, AAA03 and AAA05 while the even number poles
would be AAA02, AAA04 and AAA06. The numbering shall be extended to all exit and entry lanes along the lighting
scheme.
 
Pedestrian Lighting schemes should be numbered so that numbers are in ascending order since light poles are installed
on one side of the path. For example, AAA01, AAA02, AAA03 ,etc.
 
 

 
 
 
Figure 2
 
 
Note:
1. For single phase circuits, circuits would be different but off the same phase.

3.4 Conduits and Road Crossings

All conduits used for running the cable shall be heavy duty PVC conduit conforming to AS/NZS 2053 Series and the
amendments thereto, and shall be of the following sizes:

     - 80 mm conduit - between Point of Attachment (P.O.A) and Main Switchboard

     - 80 mm or 63 mm conduit - between cable pits. 80 mm conduit should be used for 25 mm2 cable
     - 32 mm corrugated conduit - between cable pit and pole.
 
The run of the conduit shall as far as possible be parallel to the carriageway and shall be located nominally 2.0 metres
from the edge of the kerb or the edge of the carriageway. The conduits shall not be located under pedestrian ramps or
crossings.
 
For road crossings, the following standard sized duct and pipe shall be used:

     - 150 mm PVC conduit complying with AS/NZS 2053.

     - 300 mm DN Fibre-Reinforced Concrete Pipe conforming to AS 4139.
     - 140 mm diameter Class 9 PE (preferred option).
Where these are required, the preferred method of installation is to be directional thrust-bore under and across the
existing road pavement at the required depth and terminate each end of the crossing in pits which shall be located at
between two (2) to three (3) metres from the edge of the kerb/shoulder, But where such sub-ducting is required, as for
cases where telephone lines and street circuits are required to traverse the road, then the duct pits may be terminated at
one metre from the duct's ends in order to permit the installation of the various services pits at distances which will
facilitate the ease of installation and maintenance of the services concerned subsequently.
 
When the road-crossing conduit is used as a shared service between authorities, Main Roads electrical lighting cables shall
be run within an 80 mm or 63 mm conduit inside the road crossing.
As far as possible, all cable runs shall be continuous throughout their designed routes. Where joints are required, they
shall be affected inside cable pits only.
 
 
3.5 Cable Runs, Route Markers and Identification

Any change in the conduit direction shall be shown on design drawing by showing the location of cable route markers on
the concrete surround while their installation shall be in accordance with MRWA Drawing No. 200231-0063.

3.6 Luminaires
All lighting luminaires shall in general comply with the requirements of Main Roads Specification 701 - Roadway Lighting.
 
 
3.6.1 Roadway Lighting Luminaires
 
The listing order of the brands does not in any way indicate the order of preference. Neither do the implied specifications
of proprietary brands indicate that any preferential treatment is to be accorded to these brands.
  
All Road lighting luminaires shall comply with AS/NZS1158.6 and AS/NZS 60598 and Main Roads Specification 701.
 
Main Roads' approved Roadway luminaires based on proprietary brands are:
•  Thorn Alpha 2000 for general roadway lighting
•  GE M-250R2
•  Sylvania, B2227(R47) for general roadway lighting.
•  Holophone Vector HL2A400HP24KGR for multi-lane lighting on freeways.
The 250-watt HPS lamp specified is the lamp used in a vast majority of cases but in some instances, 400-watt HPS lamp or
higher may be used where the road geometry or other site conditions warrant it, as in the case of high mast lighting.
 
The designer shall at all times select the most suitable Luminaire for the project in terms of cost effectiveness , luminaire
spacing and maintenance requirements as identified under Clause 2.1.14. The Designer's recommendation should be
finalised and submitted at 15% and 85% design review stage. Refer to Appendix B for guidance.
 
 
 
3.6.2 Under-Bridge Lighting Luminaires
 
Main Roads currently uses the following under-bridge luminaires:
•  Holophane Module 600 MDWP240HP24BK for underbridge lighting applications.
•  Holophane Wall Packette WL3K (WP2A070HP24GR WP1 and WP2) for walkway and architectural lighting applications. 
•  Thorn Meco Flood
The designer shall at all times select the most suitable Luminaire for the project in terms of cost effectiveness , luminaire
spacing and maintenance requirements as identified under Clause 2.1.14. The Designer's recommendation should be
finalised and submitted at 15% and 85% design review stage. Refer to Appendix B for guidance.

3.6.3 Over-bridge/Overpass Lighting Luminaires

Luminaires for over-bridge lighting are similar to those specified for road lighting as detailed in Clause 3.6.1 above.
 
 
3.6.4 Pedestrian Lighting Luminaires
 
Luminaries shall comply with AS/NZS 1158.6 and AS/NZS 60598.
 
Main Roads currently uses the following luminaires for pedestrian and shared pathways:
•  Thorn Civic 1, for general pedestrian and shared pathways
•  Thorn Leopard 28 W or 38 W for pedestrian underpass lighting
The designer may propose alternatives to the above approved luminaires.
 
Any luminaire considered under the design must be documented and approval sought from the Principal as per Appendix
B.
 
 
3.6.5 RTAA lighting luminaires
 Luminaries shall comply with AS/NZS 1158.6 and AS/NZS 60598. Main Roads currently uses the following RTAA luminaires:
• GE PF-1000 PowerFlood
• Osprey MT1000B

 
3.6.6 Other Approved Products

Main Roads has also approved ATCO Ignitor (Catalogue No AMZN400/T1) under Lighting approved product list. 

 
3.6.7 LED Lighting
 
 Main Roads Western Australia is currently assessing LED lighting for roadway and pedestrian lighting. LED luminaires
requirements shall conform to the standards listed below: 
• IES TM 21  Projecting Long Term Lumen Maintenance of LED Light Sources
• LM-79
• IESNA LM 80-08   IES Approved Method: Measuring Lumen Maintenance of LED Light Sources
• IES LM-82-12Approved Method: Characterization of LED Light Engines and LED Lamps for Electrical and Photometric
Properties as a Function of Temperature
• IESSA-Illumination Engineering Society of South Africa
• CIE 154   The maintenance of outdoor lighting systems

 
The designer is required to seek approval to proceed with LED lighting design at 15% design phase submission. The
supporting document should be prepared in accordance with Appendix B in this document. LED lighting will be assessed
using the method outlined in Appendix B.

 
3.7 Lighting Columns and Out-reach Arms
 
3.7.1 Pole Type Selection
 
Though it is Main Roads' policy to use slip-base poles for mounting the luminaires for the lighting of
Freeway/Highway/Controlled Access Roads, it must be borne in mind that where use of such poles is not comparable with
Main Roads standards and Australian Standards, the designer shall consider the use of impact absorbing lighting poles as
recommended by the Australian Standards.
 
Main Roads WA currently uses various types of poles:
• Slip-base pole (in the majority) (frangible)
• Impact absorbing pole (frangible)
• Bridge mounted light poles
• Pedestrian light poles
• Joint use Roadway Light pole and Roadside Help Phones - subject to compliance with all requirements under Design
Guidelines for Emergency Telephones and Main Roads Specification 702 - Emergency Roadside Telephones joint with this
type of light pole should be approved by Main Roads WA prior to finalising design.
 
Though the vast majority of poles used are of the slip base type, the decision as to which type of pole is selected for road
lighting would depend on the maximum design speed on the road, the vehicular & pedestrian traffic volumes as well as
the location concerned. As a rough rule of thumb, slip-base pole shall be used in locations where the speeds are in excess
of 80 kph and where a dislodge pole is not likely to cause serious injury to pedestrians or the occupants of nearby vehicles
(i.e. secondary accidents).
 
The preferred length of the outreach is 0.0, 1.5, 2.5, 3.5, and 4.5 metres.
 
Use of other types of Light poles such as rigid type where applicable and in accordance with Standards shall be identified
and advised by the designer prior to completion of the design.
 
Roadway Light Poles and outreaches shall generally conform to the requirements stated under Specification 701 and
those shown on Standard Drawings.
 
 
3.7.2 Modifications to the existing lighting assets
 
If existing or relocated street lighting poles are within the scope of the project the luminaires are to be fitted with new
lamps and cleaned. Any modification to the lighting requires the entire asset(s) to be checked for compliance with the
current standards at the time of design.
 
3.7.3 Standard Drawings for Light Poles
 
Octagonal Roadway Light poles are the preferred light poles to be installed at all new sites.
 
Light Poles for Roadway and Pedestrian Lighting shall conform to the following drawings:
     - Round Roadway Light poles (Maintenance purposes only) 9220-0636 and 9220-0637
             ADDITIONAL NOTES: All modification to existing sites under projects shall comply with Octagonal light
poles requirements. 
                                                  Use of round poles shall be limited to existing lighting schemes, if advised under
the scope of work.
     - Octagonal Roadway light poles (Slip Base type) 0530-1456 and 0530-1457
     - Pedestrian Shared Path Light Pole 0448-3007 and 0448-3008
     - Joint use of Roadway light pole and Emergency Telephone (Impact absorbent) currently are not being installed. 0348-
3123/, 0448-3012 and 9220-670
 
Octagonal Roadway Light poles are the preferred light poles to be installed at all new sites.
 
Use of Round poles shall be limited to existing lighting schemes, if advised under the scope of work.
 
3.8 Cable Pits 
 
To allow the greatest flexibility on maintenance and repairs, on both 3-phase and single phase lighting systems, all
roadway lighting Schemes shall utilise a cable pit system. Only Roadway Lighting Scheme requires cable pit termination
next to each light pole. Main Roads uses different sizes of pits according to the function each pit is to perform. Refer
to Main Roads Specification 701.
 
Pedestrian Lighting scheme does not require cable pit to be installed at each pole. However due to project uniqueness
and site constraints the requirements of cable pits may be considered. The internal pole wiring may require to be
adjusted to suit the cable pit termination within cable pit. This method should be approved at 15% design phase.
 
 
3.8.1 Main Switchboard Cable Pit
 
The dimensions of the main switchboard cable pit ("Viscount P1" or similar) shall be of adequate size to facilitate cable
installation in the 80 mm and 63 mm ducts inserted and fixed into the sides of the pit. Refer to Main Roads Specification
701 for supply and installation of Roadway Lighting.
 
 
3.8.2 Lighting Pole Cable Pit
 
Each Roadway Light Pole shall be provided with a pit to facilitate cable drawing works and the tapping-off of power to the
luminaire via Tee-off point in the pit and a flexible corrugated PVC conduit to the terminals at the control gear tray located
at the base of the pole. It also permits easy isolation of faulty luminaires or damaged pole in the event of a collision.
 
The dimensions of the pit shall be as shown on the Standard Drawing 200231-0063 which is equivalent to "Viscount P4" or
similar approved cable pit. Refer to Main Roads Specification 701 for Roadway Lighting.
 
The location of the pit shall be at least 0.5 metre from the pole measured in a direction away from the kerb or the edge of
the shoulder of the road.
 
Pits shall have lid plugs and gaskets fitted to prevent water and sand ingress.
Pits associated with light poles shall have the same reference as the pole. Starting from the pit nearest to the switchboard,
each pit associated with the light pole shall be prefixed with an alphanumeric reference to include the switchboard
number as well, e.g. 607P1, 607P2, 607P3 etc.
 
 
3.8.3 Other Pits
 
Other pits shall be installed where there is a change of direction (normally 90o) of the conduit run or at the extremities of
ducts across roads. They shall be similar to that specified for lighting pole pit in sub-Clause 3.8.2 above, though their
dimensions may vary depending on the function intended. There shall also be a pit provided to house the earth electrode
for the main switchboard.
 
Typical layout of conduits, ducts and their associated numbering, cable pits and pit details are indicated on Standard
Drawing and 200231-0061, 200231-0063, 0530-1456 and 0530-1457.
 
 
3.8.4 Wiring size and length
 
The design shall allow for location of switchboard to be installed at midway of the total length of required cable run.

It is a requirement to provide an optimum cables size under the design which allows for
1. Maximum cable run of 1000 meters and conforming to all requirements under AS/NZS3000,
 2. A two door switchboard cabinet is utilised under the design.
 
3.9 Referencing Convention for Switchboard, Circuit, Pole and Pit

Numbers as specified by Main Roads Western Australia shall be allocated to the switchboard and each light pole. Once
the switchboard number is fixed, all other items such as circuit, pole and pit numbers shall be prefixed with the
switchboard number for ease of identification. Please refer to Clause 3.8 of this Guideline for further details on
referencing of circuits, poles and pits.

4. DOCUMENTATION

4.1 Electrical Design Drawings

In documenting the design drawings shall conform to MRWA's Drawing Presentation Guideline, the requirements of
Section 11 of AS/NZS 1158.1.3 and Main Roads Specification 701.
 
Upon completion of drawings, a set of printed copies of the documents and an electronic copy of the drawings shall be
submitted to Main Roads for information and retention.
 
4.2 As Constructed Drawings
Upon completion of all works on sites deign drawings shall be amended and modified to represent the asset as built on
site. The preparation of As Constructed/Asset Drawings shall be in accordance with Main Roads Design and Drawing
Presentation Guideline for As Constructed Asset drawings.

 
5. DESIGN GUIDELINES DRAWINGS

Click here to access Design Guideline Drawings

 
6. APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS FOR HPS LAMPS & IGNITERS

6.1 Igniter Specifications for HPS Lamps

~ 4 - 4.5
Ignition voltage (250/400 watt lamp)
kVpeak
Impulse Width at 2700V for 250/400 watt
~ 4 kV
lamp
Ignition Voltage (1000 watt lamp) ~ 4 - 5 kVpeak
Impulse Width at 3000V for 1000 watt lamp > 
Restrike time after momentary interruption  minutes
 

6.2 250 Watt HPS Lamp Specifications

Initial rated lumens 27,500 lumens
Initial rated Lumens (High Output) 330000 lumens
Nominal lamp watts 250 Watts
Lamp Voltage 100 V
Supply Voltage 240 V 50 Hz
Nominal lamp current 3.0 Amps
Lamp Start Current-Ballast 3.9 Amps
Circuit Power Factor-Ballast 0.38
Polycrystalline
Lamp Arc Tube Material
alumina
Clear borosilicate
Lamp Outer Envelope Material
glass
Efficacy > 110 lmW-1
Lamp cap E40
Primary Voltage 415 V 50Hz
Secondary Voltage 240 V
Rating (min) - Autotransformer 500 VA continuous
Shock Protection - Autotransformer Class 1
Regulation (max) - Autotransformer 5%
Insulation Class - Autotransformer H
Terminals - Autotransformer and
32 Amp 16 mm2
Ballast
Total Loss (hot) - Autotransformer 10 watt
Total Loss (hot) - Autotransformer 26 watt

6.3 400 Watt HPS Lamp Specifications

Initial rated lumens > 48,000 lumens
Initial rated Lumens (High Output) 56500 lumens
Nominal lamp watts 400 watts
Nominal lamp current ~ 4.6 amps
Lamp Voltage 100 V
Supply Voltage 240 V 50 Hz
Lamp Start Current - Ballast 6.1 Amps
Circuit Power Factor - Ballast 0.40
Polycrystalline
Lamp Arc Tube Material
alumina
 Clear borosilicate
Lamp Outer Envelope Material
glass
Efficacy > 120 lmW-1
Lamp cap E40
Primary Voltage 415 V 50Hz
Secondary Voltage 240 V
Rating (min)-Autotransformer 880 VA continuous
Shock Protection - Autotransformer Class 1
Regulation (max) - Autotransformer 5%
Insulation Class - Autotransformer H
Terminals- Autotransformer and
32 Amp 16 mm2
Ballast
Total Loss (hot)- Autotransformer 18 watt
Total Loss (hot) - Ballast 37 watts

6.4 1000 Watt HPS Lamp Specification

Initial rated lumens > 125,000 lumens
Nominal lamp watts 1000 watts
Nominal lamp current ~10.3 amps
Lamp Arc Tube Material Polycrystalline alumina
Lamp Outer Envelope Clear borosilicate glass
Efficacy > 132 lmW-1

6.5 Fluorescent lamps

 
These lamps shall have following Characteristics:

Lamp wattage 28
Lamp cap GR10
Colour temperature
3500
(K)
10,00
Rated life (hours)
0
Lamp lumens (lm) 2850

6.6 Lamp Colour Temperature and Life

 
All lamps rated from 70 watts to 400 watts under Main Roads Installation shall have colour Temperature of 2000 K and life
of 28500 hours.

6.7 Roadway and Pedestrian Luminaire Selection

 
The designer shall select luminaires and its accessories in accordance with standards listed below:
 
AS/NZS 1158.6 Lighting for Roads and Public space-Luminaires
AS/NZS 60598 Luminaires.
AS/NZS 60922 Auxiliaries for Lamps - Ballasts for Discharge lamps - General and safety Requirements
AS/NZS 60923 Auxiliaries for Lamps - Ballasts for Discharge lamps - Performance Requirements
AS/NZS 61347.1 Lamp Control gear - General and Safety Requirements
AS/NZS 61437.2.1 Lamp Control gear - Particular requirements for Starting Devices
AS/NZS 61437.2.9 Lamp Control gear - Particular requirements for Ballasts for Discharge lamps.

7. APPENDIX B: SELECTING A LUMINAIRE TYPE OTHER THAN APPROVED PRODUCT

7.1 Luminaire selection

Luminaire Type shall be selected in accordance with the requirements set out under Appendix A of this document
and Main Roads Specification 701 - Supply and Installation of Roadway Lighting Equipment.
 
 
7.2 Propose a Luminaire type under design

It is designer’s responsibility to submit his recommendation and seek Main Roads approval.

The supporting documentation provided to Main Roads for approval could cover the information listed in the below
example and any other relevant information related to the design.

7.3 Example  - Information for approval

 
Detailed technical specifications outlining the performance of the proposed luminaire.
Independently certified light technical data of the proposed luminaire (IES and CES files).
 
The following calculation should be treated as a working example only.
 
Software used to calculate the luminaire spacing - Perfect Light
Maintenance Factor - 0.7 (in accordance with Main Roads maintenance scheme and AS/NZS1158 requirements)
Lamp - 250 W, High Pressure Sodium.
Initial Lamp Flux(lm)=33000 lm.
Road Type - Carriageway divided, two lanes with median 4 metres, under ARR5).
Lane Width - 3.5 metres.
Emergency Lane Width - 3.0 metres.
Verge Width - 2 metres.
Pole Setback - 1.5 metres.
Mounting Height - 13.7 metres.
Road Surface - CIE R3
Lighting Arrangement - Arrangement Number 5: Dual Carriageway - Opposite 
Lighting Category - V3.
Carriageway Width = 2 x Lane width + 2 x Emergency Lane.
                                   = 7.0 + 6.0 
                                   = 13.0 metres
 
Selected Luminaire - Thorn Alpha- 2000- ASN250.4/84
The maximum Spacing could be achieved is 80 meters, however, for our project it is selected to be 75 meters. This means
under this project the follow applies:
 
For Arrangement 5 for the extent of 750 metres:
 
Using the Thorn Alpha luminaire, the light pole spacing is increased by 10 meters over the alternative luminaire (identify a
suitable alternative, most likely the current Main Roads standard luminaire), which results in use of 20 light poles whereas
a minimum of 24 light poles would be required using the alternative luminaire(s)  as identified under this project, hence:

     - At installation stage, a saving of 4 light poles complete with footing, outreach, internal wiring, cable pits and
Luminaires 
       would be achievable.

     - Maintenance cost is reduced by approximately 16% (less number of light poles are required to be maintained).
     - Running cost is reduced by approximately 16%.
     - Australian Standard is still complied with.
Compliance
Light
Installatio Maintenance Maintenance Runnin with
Luminair pole Comments
n cost requirements requirements g Cost Standards
e Type numbers
Yes/No
As per Maximum
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from manufacturer xx metres
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B X $$$$$$ $$$$$$ recommendation $$$$$ Yes Spacing of
from manufacturer xx metres
As per Maximum
C X $$$$$$ $$$$$$ recommendation $$$$$ Yes Spacing of
from manufacturer xx metres
As per Maximum
D X $$$$$$ $$$$$$ recommendation $$$$$ Yes Spacing of
from manufacturer xx metres
As per Maximum
E X $$$$$$ $$$$$$ recommendation $$$$$ Yes Spacing of
from manufacturer xx metres