At SafeQuip, we often get asked what type of Traffic Management Plans we offer. A Traffic Management Plan is essential for site safety — whether the site is brand new, temporary, or established.
In this article, we explain the distinction between a temporary and permanent Traffic Management Plan. We also delve into the SafeQuip process for traffic management to guide you through your site safety optimisations.
A Traffic Management Plan is a comprehensive document that outlines the safe and efficient movement of vehicles, pedestrians and goods, within a specific area. It identifies potential hazards and risks and details how they will be managed, ensuring safety, legal compliance, operational efficiency and improved accessibility.
A Traffic Management Plan typically includes a range of factors, such as:
If you’re considering improving your traffic management, read our article comparing Traffic Management Plans with Traffic Management Standards.
Now that we’ve covered Traffic Management Plans, what’s the difference between a temporary and a permanent TMP?
Temporary Traffic Management Planning focuses on sites where traffic is operating on a short-term basis. For example, common environments requiring temporary Traffic Management Plans include:
If a temporary TMP is developed, it will only apply until the relevant work is complete. However, before the new site is up and running, a second and permanent TMP may be required, depending on the site’s functionality. For example, a new warehouse will require a temporary TMP during construction and a permanent TMP once it is operational.
A Traffic Management Plan (TMP) outlines how traffic will be managed in an operational workplace. They account for a range of traffic types, including people, vehicles, and other mobile plant equipment, such as forklifts, rollers, and elevated working platforms.
Permanent Traffic Management Planning is a critical aspect of ensuring safety in environments where traffic flows and interactions are ongoing. Common environments requiring permanent Traffic Management Plans include:
At SafeQuip, we specialise in traffic management for permanent workplaces. We create Traffic Management Plans that are safe and compliant but also practical for the customer’s operations.
A Traffic Management Plan considers various forms of traffic in the workplace, including people, vehicles, and mobile plant equipment.
Before creating a Traffic Management Plan, we will conduct a thorough Safety Audit of your site. A Site Safety Audit assesses the safe and orderly movement, loading, unloading, parking and pedestrian access throughout the areas of a facility. To determine if this is the right step for your site, complete our quick and easy quiz by clicking below.