Perth Traffic Training
This Main Roads WA Re-Accreditation Course provides participants with refreshed theory and practical skills required to design and prepare detailed Traffic Management Plans and Traffic Guidance Schemes. Including those in accordance with and up to the planning level specified in AS1742.3 Part 3 – 2019 and the AGTTM.
The AWTM is a one (1) day course, which is delivered face to face. Some post course work may be required.
About
Duration
1 Day (8hrs)
Course Dates, Locations & Fees
For information regarding upcoming training dates, locations and fees please see our Training Calendar.
*Note: Students are asked to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled course start time, late attendees may be refused entry to the course..
Pre-Requisites
ALL LEARNERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE PHOTOGRAPHIC IDENTIFICATION UPON ARRIVING FOR THEIR COURSE.
Participants will need to meet the following:
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Hold the WorkSafe Construction Safety Awareness Card (White or Blue card)
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Provide a Unique Student Identifier (USI) – Create or find your USI Here
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Provide evidence of current / previous valid Australian Driver’s Licence - minimum probationary.
Participants will need a level of language, literacy and numeracy skills to enable them to meet the requirements of the course, at a minimum the ability to:
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Comply with written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures
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Communicate clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions
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Identify and select appropriate traffic guidance scheme and implement traffic management plans
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Apply legislative requirements
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Describe the effects of travel speed and vehicle mass on stopping distances
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Clearly communicate on a hand held radio
Main Roads WA Certificate of Accreditation – Basic Worksite Traffic Management
Main Roads WA Certificate of Accreditation – Advanced Worksite Traffic Management
Statements of Attainment (minimum) for BWTM:
RIIWHS201E Work safely and follow WHS policies and work procedures.* optional
RIICOM201E Communicate in the workplace.
RIIWHS302E Implement a traffic management plan accreditation
Statements of Attainment (minimum) or USI Transcript for AWTM:
RIIRIS402E – Carry out risk management process (or equivalent)
RIICWD503E – Prepare work zone traffic management plan (or equivalent)
If you are unable to provide the above Statements of Attainment, you must then provide an extract from your USI account verifying that you have completed these units.
Within the last 12 months provide the following:
A TMP you have designed. The plan must include -
• Multiple TGS (Min 3)
• At least one speed reduction
• Aftercare Treatment
• Notification plan (VMB)
A copy of an onsite inspection of a roadwork or event traffic management site you have completed. The audit must include -
• MRWA Checklist
• List of findings, justifications and recommendations referring to legislation
• Documented risk assessment.
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Where primary role is reviewing, recommending and/or authorising Traffic Management Plans, provide:
At least 2 Traffic Management Plans you have reviewed or approved with your review comments, for assessment. The plan must include -
• Multiple TGS (Min 3)
• Multiple speed reductions (>80km/h – 40km/h)
• Aftercare Treatment
• Notification plan (VMB)
List a minimum of three TMPs you have prepared, endorsed or approved in the previous 12 months.
Course Content
At the completion of the AWTM course you will have gained an understanding of the relevant Australian, State and Territory traffic management legislation, as well as the theory and practical skills required to design and prepare detailed Traffic Management Plans and Traffic Guidance Schemes. Including those in accordance with and up to the planning level specified in AS1742.3 Part 3 – 2019 and the AGTTM.
Assessment Method
Knowledge based questionnaires, practical demonstration and post course assessments.
Competencies
Upon successful completion, all participants will receive:
A Main Roads WA Advanced Worksite Traffic Management (AWTM) Certificate of Accreditation, valid for 3 years from date of issue for the following units:
2. Perth Traffic Training on behalf of Star Training & Assessing is a Main Roads WA approved training provider therefore, upon successful completion and meeting all the required Main Roads WA pre-requisites, participants will also receive a MRWA Traffic Management ID Card with photo, valid for three years from date of issue.
Public Access Accreditation Listing
All participants who successfully complete the course will have the below information added to a registry on the Main Roads website, for viewing by the general public or the purpose of Accreditation verification.
The information listed will include:
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Graduate’s Name
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Level of Accreditation
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Accreditation reference number
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Date of Accreditation and the Expiry date
Training Day
Student Requirements
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Laptop, PC, Mac or tablet with internet connection (optional)
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Planning software uploaded to their device - We use Rapidplan. A 4 week student subscription can be purchased for $49 plus GST at his link - https://accounts.invarion.com/purchase/education You will need to create an Invarion account. You will then receive an email with download instructions.
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Copy of Austroads Guide to Temporary Traffic Management PART 3 (Static Worksites)
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A copy of an up to date - Main Roads WA Traffic Management for Works on Roads Code of Practice
Dress Code
Majority of this course is classroom based and therefore casual, comfortable clothing is acceptable. The trainer will advise if students are required to wear appropriate clothing for any site visits or practical components of the course.
This includes:
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hi- visibility long sleeved shirt (If you do not have hi-vis, we have vests that you can borrow)
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long pants
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safety boots
Please dress to the weather conditions such as a hat and sunscreen for warm, sunny weather and wet weather attire for wet days.
Catering
Catering will be provided for this courses including tea & coffee refreshments and lunch. Please let us know if you have specific dietary requirements.
Parking & Transportation
Free Parking is available, however please adhere to signage as some areas have time limitations.
Reaccreditation
Re-accreditation of all traffic management accreditation holders is required every three (3) years. It is a requirement that ‘refresher training’ is undertaken, within three months of expiry to gain re-accreditation with Main Roads WA. Failure to sit the Refresher training by the end of the three months will require the full course to be taken again.
Please note that once your card expires you cannot implement traffic management on Western Australian roads.
Subsidies
Construction Training Fund (CTF) Subsidy is applicable to this course, for eligible participants only, however due to post course assessment requirements ALL claims (both individuals and employers) must be made directly to CTF at the successful completion of the course.
See our Subsidy Page for further info regarding eligibility & individual claims.
“The Construction Training Fund provides funding support for training of eligible workers in the construction industry. We acknowledge the support of the Construction Training Fund in reducing the costs of training for eligible workers.”
No other government training entitlements and subsidy arrangements are currently available for this course.
How To Enrol
To secure your spot in any of our courses, please head over to our course calendar and select the course you wish to enrol in, then follow the prompts to complete your online enrolment.
All courses require upfront payment, unless you have an approved account with Perth Traffic Training.
Once your booking request has been received, we will review your enrolment to ensure all pre-requisites have been met. Upon approval by our admissions team your spot in the course will be confirmed via email.