Benefits of Traffic Management Equipment for Road Safety
Whether you’re conducting a project or are in charge of a busy road work zone, the correct traffic management equipment and safety measures need to be in place.
Road safety is taken very seriously in Australia, the Federal and local governments have numerous regulations that need to be followed to the letter. These rules are in place to reduce the risk of road trauma and deaths, so that people travelling on our roads are protected to the best of our ability and are able to return home safely.
To ensure your work area has the best protection possible for pedestrians, drivers, and your workers, you must have the right traffic management equipment for the job. We’ll go into the best tools and systems you can put in place, and the benefits they provide.
Road Safety Barriers for Premium Protection
When your job is on or by the road, it’s imperative that road safety barriers are installed. Not only are they the best method to reduce the risk of injury or accidents, but there are many different types to choose from that will suit the specific needs of your project.
They will act as a barrier or barricade between motorists and pedestrians or any hazardous work site conditions. It also acts as a protection measure for any workers in the work zone as well. In the case of a collision, these barriers can help in preventing potential injuries and death.
There are multiple road safety barriers to select from for your project, and it all depends on duration, speed limit, distance between traffic and work zone, and more. Crash barrier systems provide premium shielding from impacts, and the overall importance of roadside barriers means you can mitigate any serious crashes.
When sourcing barriers, ensure you’re using MASH compliant systems which will give you the highest quality standard in Australia. This level of quality also needs to be reflected in how your safety barriers are being installed and created. Only use certified contractors with the right qualifications to work with to avoid a high risk of barrier failure.
Traffic Control Equipment to Safeguard Workers, Motorists, and Pedestrians
To protect the people and drivers around your work zone, there are other traffic control equipment that will be extremely beneficial for road safety.
These can include electronic equipment like message boards, traffic lights and speed limit signs. Displaying important information through signage will enhance the safety for everyone within the area, and warn drivers ahead of time to slow their speed or be cautious of any disruptions.
Choosing the right traffic control equipment for your road work zone is imperative for meeting the right regulatory requirements and keeping everyone as safe as possible. At McIntosh Fencing, we are quality assured, working to a Quality Management System to meet the Australian and International Quality Management System standards.
To source high-quality crash barriers and traffic control equipment for your job, look no further than McIntosh Fencing. Get in touch with us today.