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Traffic Management Plans

Traffic management plans in New Zealand must comply with the relevant regulations and guidelines as required by the Road Controlling Authority (RCA) that manages that road asset: usually the local Council or Waka Kotahi (NZTA).

The traffic management plan (TMP) is the document outlining the parties involved, the works being done and the measures that will be put in place to manage road users navigating the work site, event or road closure. An approved TMP is required before staff can set out any gear.

So, do you need a TMP?

Anything that impacts users of the road corridor (from property boundary on one side of a road to property boundary on the other side), requires an approved TMP before you can start work.

Considerations that impact the TMP and traffic management decisions include:

The nature of the works being done, time of day and how long will they take.
The number of vehicles using a particular road. Is it a main route? Are there suitable detours?
Pedestrians (especially those with prams, wheelchairs, scooters, impaired sight and mobility issues).
Cyclists and cycle lanes.
What else is in the area (schools, rest-homes or medical facilities).
Are other works booked or underway in that area.

You can see why we ask so many questions at the planning stage.

It's important to note that a TMP must be developed by a competent, qualified traffic management plan designer. At STMSnz, we have a team of traffic management plan designers who are trained and experienced in developing and implementing traffic management plans that comply with all relevant regulations and guidelines.