TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLAN

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLAN 

1. SCOPE

ABC plans to mobilise an Equipment & materials site from its current position in Safwan. The mobilisation of the full Equipment approximately 10 trucks each loaded with heavy equipment. The trucks must pass through built up township, plantation and small village areas before reaching the destination. Consideration and planning is necessary for each section of the journey.

Download link given in the bottom

2. OVERVIEW

The traffic management plan for the mobilisation must consider community areas and road conditions in order to ensure safe passage.

Initially the route passes through the busy commercial and residential township of Zubair. Inherent with these areas are congested roads and pedestrian traffic. After leaving the immediate Zubair area the community areas and traffic becomes more dispersed. Later the roadway moves to plantation areas and passes through smaller village areas. These areas can be quite sensitive with villagers potentially causing issues for companies requiring passage of heavy vehicles moving through their community. 

The road conditions in the township areas are commonly congested with traffic and pedestrians. On leaving Zubair the roadways become less congested, but even though still sealed their condition can be poor in some places. Along the route there are numerous rail crossings through which to navigate. Later the route changes to unsealed roadway. This road passes through rubber and palm plantations and past small villages. The road can be soft in some areas, particularly the edges.

3. SITE TRAFFIC PLAN

• The Journey Traffic Map is attached as appendix 1, the Layout Plan shows the Project road system including:
• Recommended safe route to access the project and alternative routes where available;
• Traffic flow direction;
• Speed limits;
• Hazardous areas;
• Parking areas;
• No go areas such as sensitive community, environmental or heritage areas; 
• Specific instruction areas

4. HAZARDOUS AREAS AND SPECIFIC CONTROLS

5. VEHICLE SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

When a vehicle is left unattended:

• The engine must be switched off;
• The vehicle must be left in first or reverse gear (automatic park);
• The park brake must be fully applied;
• If on a slope the wheels must be chocked and turned so that the vehicle will roll into the kerb or embankment,
• Vehicle must be locked to ensure security

If approaching a community issue:

• The driver must not exit the vehicle
• The doors must be locked and windows sealed
• Allow the security escort deal with the situation

6. FATIGUE MANAGEMENT

Drivers will be questioned on their recent sleep and work patterns to ensure that they are adequately rested to be permitted to complete the work journey.

7. JOURNEY MANAGEMENT

All Journeys:

• With an expected duration of two hours or more; 
• That any part takes place between sunset and sunrise; and/or
• Has increased security or safety risk

Will be covered by a Journey Management Plan approved by the Project Lead.

8. ROAD DESIGN AND MAINTENANCE

The road conditions in the Zubair area are sound with sealed roads. There are some minor areas where some holes are found on the road or the road has a small step between two sections. The road is mostly wide enough for all forms of traffic. There is a lot of local traffic that use the road within the township area. 

The route follows a bypass road so to avoid the heavily congested areas of the inner township.

On leaving the township of Zubair the road condition is mostly good with only small sections of disrepair. In these sections holes have begun to be created from the traffic use.

On entering the Hammar Mishrif area, the road becomes unsealed for the remaining 5km of the journey. Here the shoulder of the road is adequate but soft in most places. There are not stopping areas off the road.

The road passes through an area of industry, which has also increased residential density. Here, when dry, road dust is evident.

There are some sections with sharp and narrow corners. Also when another vehicle is passing the road is becoming constricted. Care must be taken to reduce speed and acknowledge the oncoming driver while passing.

Road signs are not always present nor updated and hence close observation of road laws is important as is preventative driving techniques.

All sections of road are shared between heavy and light vehicles as well as motorbikes and pedestrians.

9. ROAD CONDITION REPORTS AND MAINTENANCE

Road reports will be provided at daily toolbox meeting by any person using the roads. If necessary road maintenance may be conducted to maintain roads in a safe condition. Where maintenance is not able to be performed in a timely manner then other controls will be implemented including;

• Regulating access;
• Utilising alternate routes;
• Regulating traffic/speed;

Closing sections of roads and using signage.

10. DRIVER CODE OF CONDUCT

A Driver code of conduct has been developed for the Project and provided as Appendix 2.  The code of conduct is included in the site specific induction for all personnel.  

11. MONITORING DRIVER BEHAVIOUR

A Driver code of conduct has been developed for the Project and provided as Appendix 2.  The code of conduct is included in the site specific induction for all personnel.  

In order to effectively monitor driver behaviour:

• The report can be submitted to the Transport Coordinator by any person at all times; and
• Driver behaviour will be monitored via onsite inspections by the Transport Coordinator.

12. AREA MANAGER APPROVAL

I approve the use of this Traffic management Plan for the period from 29th July to 5th August 2020

Name:                            Date:                                      Signature 

13. JOURNEY TRAFFIC MAP

• Keep your vehicle in a clean and tidy state at all times;
• Check communications and obtain the latest security briefing before you depart on a journey;
• Ensure there are no loose items in the cab;
• Always wear you seat belt and ensure all passengers wear their seat belt;
• When reversing always check area behind is clear; 
• Do not drive when you are tired, fatigued or feeling unwell;
• Use of illegal and non-prescriptive drugs is strictly prohibited;
• Do not drive under the influence of alcohol;
• Do not drive if you are taking medication that may cause drowsiness;
• Plan your journey and take regular breaks when on long journeys, no more than two hours driving before taking a break;
• Always drive defensively;
• Drive very slowly through local villages and be aware of small children and livestock;
• No overtaking on crests of hills or blind corners (bends in roads) or over double lines;
• Always drive at speeds suitable to the road and weather conditions;
• Do not exceed the speed limit;
• Scan the road ahead and be alert to other traffic, pedestrians and livestock;
• When driving on dirt roads slow down;
• Do not use mobile telephones while you are driving, pull over and stop to make or receive telephone calls; and If you are feeling tired pull off the road and take a rest and refresh yourself.

Thank You!

Click Here for Download