Keep traffic moving safely during roadworks or oversized transport with expert traffic guidance plans built to meet Australian standards.
Are Traffic Guidance Schemes (TGS)?
What Are Traffic Guidance Schemes (TGS)?
Traffic Guidance Schemes (TGS) are detailed plans that direct traffic safely around roadworks, incidents, or oversized transport operations. Compliant with Australian transport authorities Code of Practice, these schemes include strategic placement of signs, barriers, and traffic controllers to maintain safety and traffic flow. Essential for any oversized transport operation, a properly designed TGS prevents accidents, reduces liability, and ensures your transport project meets all regulatory requirements. Whether for long-term road projects or moving oversized loads, a TGS ensures compliance, minimizes risks, and keeps traffic flowing smoothly. Our TGS solutions incorporate risk assessments and site-specific planning to address the unique challenges of Australia’s diverse road network while protecting both your operation and the public.
A complete Traffic Guidance Scheme (TGS) requires careful coordination of multiple elements working in sync. It starts with clear signage and road markings, placed in line with the latest AS 1742.3 standards and relevant Australian requirements. Detours and lane closures are strategically planned to keep traffic flowing while making space for oversized loads. Trained traffic controllers manage on-site movement and safety, including high-risk rolling road closure techniques, supported by essential traffic control devices and portable traffic control devices (PTCDs), now mandatory on all State Roads. For oversized loads, pilot vehicles escort the transport, ensuring safe gaps between vehicles and coordinating lane changes. The scheme also requires communication with authorities, like notifying Australian transport authorities, emergency services, and local councils, and thorough risk assessments to address hazards like narrow roads or pedestrian crossings. Throughout implementation, continuous communication with authorities ensures compliance and allows for real-time adjustments to changing conditions. This interconnected system of safety measures requires expert coordination to navigate Australia’s regulatory framework successfully.
Key Components of a Traffic Guidance Scheme
Benefits of TGS for Oversize Transport
Moving oversized loads demands precision. Investing in professional Traffic Guidance Schemes (TGS) brings serious benefits to your transport operations. Clear instructions and properly managed routes reduce the risk of accidents, protecting your cargo and the public. A well-executed TGS also keeps you fully compliant with Australian regulations, helping you avoid fines, work stoppages, and costly project delays. Our Traffic Guidance Schemes are built for operational efficiency. We plan the best routes with minimal traffic disruption, factoring in every obstacle along the way. Routes are designed with safe buffer zones, managed contraflow traffic, and coordination with relevant authorities to keep things moving smoothly. With up-to-date knowledge of Australian standards, including high risk rolling road closure techniques, we reduce risks to both infrastructure and road users. From permits and pilot vehicles to real-time adjustments, we handle it all to keep your project on schedule and free from costly fines or shutdowns.
