Temporary Traffic Management Basic Course (TTMBC)

Product code

3033

Summary / introduction

National Highway Sector Scheme 12 A/B/C/D for static temporary traffic management on motorways and high speed dual carriageways including on-line widening schemes.

Target audience

All persons starting work for the first time in the temporary traffic management industry, and those persons that do not hold any current NHSS 12 A/B/C/D registration cards.

Description

This course covers;

• Quality Assurance and NHSS 12
• Terminology
• Health and Safety
• Equipment
• Safety Zones
• Basic Principles of Temporary Traffic Management (TTM) and Site Practice
• Maintaining a closure

Product objectives

On completion of this course learners will:

• Be aware of the relevant codes of practice and other associated documentation when involved in traffic management
• Be aware of Sector Schemes
• Understand the Quality Assurance process and NHSS documents
• Be aware of the different types of roads across the UK road network
• Be aware of which roads / works are covered by which NHSS document
• Be aware of the different classifications of “road users” i.e. pedestrians, horse riders, cyclists etc.
• Understand the different terminology used in the TTM industry in relation to different roads
• Understand the process(es) required to become a qualified Operative and obtain a skills registration card, plus ongoing training to Supervisor level
• Be aware of Health and Safety requirements including risk assessments and method statements
• Have an understanding of the variety of TTM equipment and the basic principles of its use
• Understand what constitutes a safety zone
• Be aware of the general Personal Protective Equipment

(PPE) requirements

• Understand crossing the carriageway HSE CIS53
• Be aware of the different types of vehicles used in TTM and where they are used
• Understand the environment where learners are expected to work
• Be aware of the safe way to enter / exit a site
• Be aware of the need to maintain sites, and what is involved
• Know how to deal with accidents and emergencies within the works area

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