Traffic Management Design (TMD1)

Advanced training for experienced traffic management professionals. This course is designed for practitioners who are currently permitted within their jurisdiction to develop, review or audit traffic management designs and traffic guidance schemes, and who require nationally recognised certification aligned with the Austroads Temporary Traffic Management framework.

Training Options

Duration

• Classroom Training: 3 Days
• Workplace based Practical Training:
• Completion of TMD Assessment 1 (commenced during classroom delivery)
• Completion of TMD Assessment 2

Practical assessment evidence must be completed within six (6) months of attending the classroom training

Fees & Funding

A $100 deposit is required upon booking to secure a course place. The remaining balance is payable on the first day of the course, unless otherwise specified.

All course fees are GST-free for accredited training.

You may be eligible for subsidised training through the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB). Call CITB on (08) 8172 9500 or visit their website www.citb.org.au to check your eligibility.

CITB subsidy is subject to eligibility and CITB approval. Subsidy amounts and conditions may change and annual caps may apply. Please confirm your eligibility with CITB before enrolling.

Additional Costs

Additional fees may apply for travel, accommodation and critical resource requirements for regional or workplace-based delivery.
Where applicable, a written quote will be provided prior to enrolment confirmation.

What You’ll Learn

• Develop Traffic Management Plans (TMPs) and Traffic Guidance Schemes (TGS)
• Apply risk management processes to temporary traffic management design
• Interpret and apply Austroads and Australian Standards requirements
• Design traffic management solutions for Category 1 road environments
• Review and audit traffic management designs for compliance
• Document and communicate design intent clearly and accurately

Units of Competency

This skill set includes the following nationally recognised units:

• RIIRIS402E Carry out risk management processes
• RIICWD503E Prepare traffic management plans and traffic guidance schemes

Course Outcome

On successful completion, you’ll receive:

• Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment:
• RIISS00063 Traffic Management Designer Skill Set for Urban Streets and Low Volume Rural Roads
• Temporary Traffic Management Card issued by the Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DIT) South Australia

Completion of this course does not guarantee employment. Issuance of certification and cards is subject to successful assessment and regulatory requirements.

Entry Requirements

You must:

• Have Successfully completed RIISS00060 Traffic Management Implementer Skill Set for Urban Streets & Low Volume Rural Roads or RIISS00061 Traffic Management Implementer Skill Set for High Volume Roads or RIISS00062 Traffic Management Implementer Skill Set for Motorways and Freeways
• A minimum of 12 months experience applying relevant skills and knowledge in a temporary traffic management workplace
• Provide evidence of experience setting up at least 20 different temporary traffic management types, across at least four (4) of the following design categories: Pedestrian and cyclist controls; Construction sites; Lane closures; Shoulder closures; Night works; Use of portable traffic control devices; Motorways or freeways

Alternative Entry Pathways

Learners may alternatively meet entry requirements by holding:

• An AQF Level 6 qualification in civil construction, traffic engineering or road design; or
• Entry requirements specifically detailed in the Austroads Guide to Temporary Traffic Management.

Transition Period Entry Requirements

(Valid until 1 February 2027)

During the transition period, additional entry requirements apply.

Jurisdictional Permissions

Learners must be currently permitted within their jurisdiction, prior to the jurisdictional adoption date, to:

• Develop, review or audit traffic management designs; or
• Develop, review or audit traffic guidance schemes

Evidence of Practice and Currency

Learners must demonstrate currency of practice by providing evidence that, within the past three (3) years, they have designed, reviewed or audited at least one of the following:

• 12 Traffic Management Plans (TMPs); or
• 12 Traffic Guidance Schemes (TGS)

The TMPs or TGS must cover at least four (4) different worksite locations within the relevant jurisdiction, including one or more of the following:

• TTM Category 1
• TTM Category 2
• TTM Category 3

Additional Requirements:

• Provide valid photo ID (driver’s licence, passport, or proof-of-age card)
• Have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) – apply free at www.usi.gov.au
• Wear appropriate PPE: long-sleeve shirt, long trousers, and steel-capped boots (hi-visibility vest will be supplied by RETS if required)
• Be able to read, write, speak and understand English at a level sufficient to follow safety instructions and communicate effectively in the workplace

Learner Critical Resource Requirements

Learners must provide:

• A laptop and charger for in-class and post-course assessment activities
• Access to traffic management design software used in their workplace, such as: RapidPlan; AutoCAD; Road Manager; CorelDRAW; MS Paint; Google Draw
• Electronic access to the following reference materials: AS 1742.3:2019; Austroads Guide to Temporary Traffic Management (AGTTM) Parts 1–10; Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (SA); SA Standards for Workzone Traffic Management Version 7.2 (2023); Field Guide – Traffic Control Devices for Workzone Traffic Management Version 9.1 (2021)

Language, Literacy, Numeracy & Digital Skills Requirements

All participants are required to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital skills (LLND) assessment prior to enrolment.

This assessment is designed to ensure that all participants have the necessary skills to fully engage with the course content and assessment requirements. It is not intended to create barriers, but rather to support participants by identifying any areas where additional assistance may be needed, helping to set everyone up for success.

If you have any concerns regarding literacy or numeracy, our staff can provide guidance and access to support services at no additional cost. Our goal is to ensure that all participants are confident and capable of safely and effectively completing their training.

Support & Accessibility

Red Earth Training Solutions is committed to helping all participants engage fully with their training. We recognise that participants may require guidance and support for a range of reasons, including health, wellness, financial or other personal circumstances.

Our staff can provide information and referrals to appropriate external support services to help participants manage these challenges while pursuing their training goals.

For a full list of support and referral services, participants should refer to the RETS Participant Handbook or speak with our team.

Why Choose Red Earth Training Solutions

• Industry-experienced trainers and assessors
• Training and assessment aligned to real workplace tasks
• Practical, job-relevant training delivered in real or simulated work environments
• Small group sizes to maximise hands-on learning and seat time
• One machine per trainee where applicable
• Flexible delivery options, including at our purpose-built facilities in Burton or at your workplace
• Regional and workplace-based delivery available
• Support arranging live site practical assessments or placements where required
• Flexible scheduling to minimise disruption to operations
• Training aligned with relevant regulator, industry and safety requirements (where applicable)

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