D4083 Transport Management Plan Dalton Power Station Project · Job no. D4083 Project Name Dalton...

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D4083 Transport Management Plan Dalton Power Station Project

Plan approved by

Name Title Approved

Olivier Chazalmartin Project Manager (GEL) (Signature)

Jason Westerbrink Project Manager (GE) (Signature)

Neil Cooke Manager Power Development (AGL) (Signature)

Details of revisions

Revision Details Date Initial

A Draft – For Internal Review 05/09/2011 KT

B Draft – Incorporating AGL Comments 05/09/2011 KT

C Revision – For GEL Review 12/10/2011 TH

D Revision – Incorporating AGL Review Comments 19/10/2011 TH

E Revision – Incorporating ULSC Comments 15/12/2011 KT

F Revision – Incorporating ULSC Traffic Committee comments 25/1/2012 OC


Contents

Plan approved by 1

Details of revisions 1

Distribution of copies 5

1 Introduction 6

1.1 Purpose 6

1.2 Definitions 6

1.3 Scope 7

1.4 Plan Development, Authorisation and Control 7

2 Legislative and Other Requirements 8

2.1 Overview 8

2.2 Legislation 8

2.3 Codes of Practice and Guidelines 8

2.4 Principal Requirements 9

3 Project Transport Management Framework 10

3.1 Policy 10

3.2 Objectives and Targets 10

3.3 Roles and Responsibilities 10

3.4 Safety, Health and Environmental Work Method Statements (SHEWMS) 11

4 Risk Management 12

4.1 Risk Management Overview 12

4.2 Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment: 13

4.3 Transport Management Issues 13

5 Project Transport Management Plan 15


Plan Relationship 15

5.1 Site Access and Egress 15

5.2 Onsite Traffic Management 18

5.3 Site Speed Limits 19

5.4 Traffic Control Plans 19

5.5 Site Refuelling Operations 20

5.6 Emergency Services Access 20

5.7 Over-size and Over-mass Deliveries 21

5.8 Dust Suppression 22

5.9 Noise Mitigation 22

5.10 Journey Management 23

6 Existing Traffic Conditions 24

6.1 Current Conditions 24

6.2 Upgrade of Local Roads 27

7 Implementation of Controls 28

7.1 Induction of Personnel 28

7.2 Conduct Daily Pre-start Meetings 28

7.3 Conduct Toolbox Talks 28

7.4 Issues and Alerts Bulletins 29

8 Review and Monitor 30

8.1 Inspection of Traffic Control Measure 30

8.2 Conduct Project Internal Audits 30

8.3 Plan Review 31

9 Report Transport Management Performance 32

9.1 Project Reporting Requirements 32

10 Incident Management 33

10.1 Manage Incidents 33

11 Community and Stakeholder Consultation 34

11.1 Communications List 34


11.2 RMS and ULSC 34

11.3 Public Notice and Community Relations 34

11.4 Notification of Incidents (occurring off-site) 35

11.5 Emergency Services Contact Numbers 35

12 Appendix A – Project Location 36

13 Appendix B – Transport Survey (Proposed Routes) 37

14 Appendix C– Traffic and Transport Assessment 38

15 Appendix D – Site Access Route 39


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1 Introduction

1.1 Purpose The Traffic Management Strategy for the Dalton Power Plant Project is one of minimising where at all possible the interfaces between the public and site traffic. This Transport Management Plan describes how GEL proposes to safely manage vehicular, cyclist and pedestrian traffic during the construction phase of the Dalton Power Plant Project so that our objectives are fully realised. GEL acknowledges the effective management of traffic and safety of road users is paramount to the successful day-to-day activities during the construction phase of this Project. This TMP seeks to ensure the certainty of the delivery of the prescribed road user requirements including: provision of a safe environment, and minimising impacts on the road network.

1.2 Definitions AGL AGL Power Generation Pty Limited / AGL Energy Limited

Principal AGL Power Generation Pty Limited

GEC General Electric Company

GEII General Electric International, Inc.

LCPL Leighton Contractors Pty Limited

Contractor GEL Consortium

GEL General Electric Company / General Electric International Inc. / Leighton Contractors Pty Limited Consortium

Project Dalton Power Station Project

SHE Safety, Health and the Environment

PMS Project Management System

LMS Leighton Management System

ULSC Upper Lachlan Shire Council

EPC Engineer, Procure, Construct Contract

AS Australian Standard

NSW New South Wales


1.3 Scope This plan details the Project Transport Management Framework (including processes and tools) involved with transport management during the project's Planning & Delivery Phase. Any incident or issue arising directly or indirectly from an interface between construction activities and the general public will be managed with the requirements as stipulated in this plan.

GEL is committed to upholding its statutory and contractual requirements in accordance with conditions stipulated in the necessary approvals.

This Transport Management Plan is prepared prior to the project receiveing planning approval and will be reviewed in conjuction with permit conditions and the development of detailed design.

1.4 Plan Development, Authorisation and Control Each controlled copy of the TMP, shall be stamped “Site Copy” in red ink.

The TMP shall be subject to review and shall be amended to reflect any changes in the Project requirements and re-issued accordingly.

The TMP shall be identified by the Applicable (internal) project number/document number, description and revision status and shall be signed and dated by the relevant GEL personnel and approved by the Principal.

RMS Roads & Maritime Services (Department of Transport - NSW)

SHEWMS Safety, Health & Environment – Work Method Statement

GT Gas Turbine

GTG Gas Turbine Generator

TMP Transport Management Plan (or vehicle movement plan)

TCP Traffic Control Plan (sub-plan)

ACT VETS Australian Capital Territory Veterans Cycling Club


2 Legislative and Other Requirements

2.1 Overview Key Traffic Management Legislation, Codes of Practice, Guidelines, Australian and International Standards and Principal requirements relevant to the transportation and traffic management of the Dalton Power Station Project are outlined below;

2.2 Legislation Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW)

Roads Act 1993 (NSW)

Road Transport (General) Act 2005 No 11

Road Transport (Safety and Traffic Management) Act 1999 (NSW)

Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 (NSW)

Roads Regulation 2008 (NSW)

Road Transport (General) Regulation 2005 (NSW)

Road Transport (Mass, Loading and Access) Regulation 2005 (NSW)

2.3 Codes of Practice and Guidelines AS HB 81 – 2003 Field Guide for Traffic Control at Works on Roads (1 & 2)

AS 1742 – 2010 Parts 1-14, Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices

AS 1743 – 2001 Road Signs - Specifications

AS/NZS 3845 – 1999 Road Safety Barrier Systems

AS/NZS ISO 31000 – 2009 Risk Management – Principles and guidelines

AUSTROADS Guide to Pavement Technology Part 7: Pavement Maintenance

AUSTROADS Road Safety Audit Guide (2nd Edition) 2002.

AUSTROADS Rural Road Design

AUSTROADS Guide to Traffic Engineering Practice – Traffic Flow Parts 1 – 15

Code of Practice: Moving Plant on Construction Sites (WorkCover NSW)

Operating Conditions: Specific permits for oversize and overmass vehicles and load (RTA)


2.4 Principal Requirements A summary of the Principals requirements extracted from the relevant enacted documents are as follows;

• GEL are responsible for the transport of all plant, equipment, personnel and materials to site

• Repair works (in addition to contractual upgrade works) are required to ensure that the condition of roads and access ways are maintained and left in a similar condition.

• The contractor is required to determine the heavy haulage route to site (Route Survey) and conduct the necessary temporary and permanent road works.

• GEL shall ensure the approaches to site remain clear of debris and mud and ensure compliance with any Environmental directive applied.

• The contractor is responsible for constructing a new site access road; this access road shall be used for all heavy haulage / over sized loads.

• Upgrades in accordance with Clause 4.3.2 (Principals requirements Part 1 Performance Specification) shall be conducted.


3 Project Transport Management Framework

3.1 Policy This plan describes how the transport management responsibilities for the project will be managed within the requirements and constraints imposed by the GEL corporate governance framework, business standards and policies as documented in the Leighton Management System. A separate TMP will be prepared for the Transport of over-mass, over-dimension vehicles.

3.2 Objectives and Targets GEL consortium objectives with respect to the Transport Management Plan are as follows:

• Safety and health above all else for employees, contractors and the general public. • Ensuring road users are given consideration during all phases of the project works. • Planning and managing both vehicle and pedestrian routes. • Plan and stage all works effectively to avoid road occupancy, potential impacts and

minimise conflict points on the existing road network. • Ensure any delays are kept to a minimum. • Minimise disruption to businesses. • Limit obstructions and restrictions, and when unavoidable provide alternatives to

maintain access for local community, transport operators including over dimension load movements.

• Actively liaise with key stakeholders including road authorities, Police, Councils, emergency service agencies and transport operators to ensure they are informed about proposed changes to the road network, including but not limited to specific information letter provided to the local community.

• Obtain when required all approvals and licenses such as road occupancy or Speed Zone Authorisation and Traffic Signals.

• Minimise disturbance to the environment. • Undertake dilapidation survey and mitigate damage to road network.

3.3 Roles and Responsibilities The management of this project will be organised under the control of the Project Manager, as depicted in the Project Organisation Chart.

GEL will manage all matters requiring communication or coordination with other contractors, thus ensuring there is always ‘one point of contact’ during the course of the project.


Project Organisation Chart

Formal lines of communication between project personnel will be shown on the organisation chart. These may be supplemented by informal lines of communication to facilitate efficiency and effectiveness of the management team.

Position Descriptions

Position descriptions including definitions of responsibility will be developed for all GEL staff on the project.

All project staff associated with developing, implementing, operating and managing traffic control will undertake the appropriate training to fulfil their duties, whether:

• Authorised Traffic Controller (Stop / Slow Bat) training, • Introduction to Traffic Control at Roadwork’s, • Traffic Control at Worksite Planning and or • Design and Audit Traffic Control Plans (training that fulfils the NSW RMS Orange Card

requirements)

To further enhance the knowledge of project staff, GEL will prepare induction information, tool box notices, and conduct training sessions on road safety and traffic management issues.

Resource Monitoring

Project staffing requirements and the proposed duration for each position is determined by the Project Manager and the Manager Construction / Operations.

During the project, staff numbers and their responsibilities will be subject to change. The Project Manager will assign duties to personnel based on their experience so that the necessary activities are completed properly and in a timely manner.

If at any time during the project the Project Manager considers resources inadequate for the work to be done, the perceived inadequacy will be discussed with the Manager Construction / Operations to determine a solution.

3.4 Safety, Health and Environmental Work Method Statements (SHEWMS)

SHEWMS will be prepared for all activities associated with the project. The aspects of an activity detailed in a SHEWMS include safety and health, environmental, quality and community matters.

A SHEWMS will be prepared and reviewed considering all the stakeholders associated with the activity in accordance with the process set out in the Safety and Health Management Plan and will involve;

• Identification of safety hazards and statutory compliance requirements relevant to the proposed activity

• Consideration of consequences, likelihood of incidents occurring and risk, and • General Control and communication measures with all the stakeholders involved

(including detailed written descriptions, diagrams, drawings or sketches and technical data as appropriate).


4 Risk Management

4.1 Risk Management Overview The GEL project risk program will include and address the issues associated with transport management on the project site and includes where appropriate the risks associated with public access roads.

Risk management for this project will involve a systematic method of identifying, analysing and controlling the risks associated with the project’s activities or processes, to minimise loss and maximise opportunities.

The basis of the program is a risk assessment, complemented by regular inspections and assessment of employee and/or subcontractor SHEWMS.

Risk analysis for this project will involve both a quantitative assessment of commercial risk and qualitative assessment of risks that could significantly impact upon project objectives and targets and strategies to control or minimise them. By monitoring the implementation of the controls put in place, GEL will ensure that the desired outcomes are achieved.

Responsibility for maintaining an up-to-date risk register will be assigned to the WHS Advisor and regular risk review meetings will track the identification of new risks, treatment of existing risk and closeout of identified risks that no longer concern the project.

The process of continued traffic risk management through the execution phase would include:

• Regular communication with stakeholders on effectiveness of TMP • Inspection of site • This TMP is a live document and will be reviewed and revised as required in

consultation with the ULSC Traffic Committee

The Project Manager will identify and analyse the projects major risks. Once determined the details of the various major risks and control measures will be documented.

Formal risk assessments will be conducted to identify the potential road safety and traffic management risks associated with the Project. Identification of these risks will require input from all key stakeholders including; the Principal, GEL, RMS Representatives, Emergency Service agencies and Local Council(s). A risk management workshop / forum will be held by the GEL to obtain stakeholder input prior to the commencement of construction.


4.2 Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment: Hazards associated with traffic management must be identified and a written risk assessment is to be completed. The risk assessment must be carried out by a competent person and be in the form of a SHEWMS. The risk assessment should consider the following:

• Competence of persons operating vehicles • Road users and the general public (including pedestrians) • Overhead powerlines • Stability of vehicles • Moving loads and materials • Safety controls • Site security issues.

4.3 Transport Management Issues In identifying the traffic control requirements defined in section 3 the following issues have been considered:

• All construction works are envisaged to remain within the boundaries of the Dalton Power Station construction site (excluding access road upgrades requirements and temporary works as required by any route survey assessment).

• The Dalton Power Station construction site is located some distance for possible worker accommodation, increasing the potential for driver fatigue during travel to and from the worksite

• Over size and over mass loads (and the degree of works required to accommodate over-mass, over-dimension vehicles) will be subject to a separate TMP.

• The increase of heavy and light vehicle traffic • Emergency services access • Water Supply (possibly by truck but to be confirmed)

Short-term and mobile work.

Planning in these cases will comprise the development of procedures and the provision of appropriate sets of signs and devices to cover all of the routine tasks the workers will encounter.

Work involving relatively simple part-roadway closures

Planning in these cases will comprise a minimum requirement to sketch the protective devices and delineation required on a road construction, or similar plan, and to prepare a list of devices required for the job.

Management of Traffic Movement Hazards

Movement of traffic, depending on site conditions, may occur:

• Through the work area; or • Past the work area by means of a delineated path but clear of the work area; or • Around the work area with a detour which may be via a side track or an existing road. • Work schedules should be arranged to minimise disruption of established traffic

movements and patterns.


Signage

Careful consideration should be given to the signage of the worksite, no matter how brief the occupation of the site. Selection of signage will be appropriate to Australian standards and shall consider;

• Protection of workers; • Safety of road users and the public; • Provision of adequate warning of changes in surface conditions; • Presence of personnel or plant engaged in work on the road; • Requirements for adequate and advanced instruction for road users and their safe

guidance through, around, or past the worksite; and • Safe access and egress to and from the worksite. • Basic principles are to be observed in the use and erection of selected signage. Such

signage and devices shall: • Be appropriate to the conditions at the worksite; • Be erected and displayed before work commences at a worksite and on all

approaching sides; • Not be obscured or obscure other devices; • Not pose a hazard to workers, pedestrians or vehicles; • Be regularly checked and maintained in a satisfactory condition; • Remain in place, as appropriate following bituminous surfacing) has been completed;

and • Be removed from a worksite, when no longer required, as soon as practicable.

Records shall be kept of all work’s signing and delineation at roadway, or part-roadway closures.


5 Project Transport Management Plan

GEL recognises that effective management of construction impacts on the road network is critical to the success of our project. It is fully appreciated that the local roads are the property of ULSC and GEL seek to build and maintain a reputation of giving the utmost consideration to the needs of road users, not only by providing safe environments but by minimising impacts on the road network. This TMP has been developed based on the information currently available to GEL and the preferred route may be adapted in future stages albeit following consultation with the appropriate authorities.

The traffic management principles to be applied on this project will ensure:

• the provision of a safe environment for road users and workers • the overall impacts on road users is kept to a minimum • access is maintained for the local community, transport operators, (including over-

dimension load movements) & commercial developments, and • Road users and local communities are regularly informed in relation to changed

traffic conditions.

Plan Relationship This TMP will operate as the master document in a set of plans, drawings and topic instructions dealing with the safe and effective management of traffic during the construction phase of the project.

The following documents and associated operational procedures will be integrated with and are referenced from the TMP:

• Temporary Works Drawings • Traffic Control Plans (TCPs) • Topic instructions • Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) • Approved over dimensional route documents (once received) as a separate TMP

5.1 Site Access and Egress The maps shown in the attached Appendices illustrate the preferred routes that construction traffic and deliveries will be directed along for the purpose of access and egress to and from site. All staff, contractors and major suppliers will have this route communicated to them during inductions and pre-start meetings. GEL will advise all visitors and minor deliveries of the preferred routes to site prior to arrival with details of speed restrictions and any sensitive issues from a general public and local business perspective.


GEL upon agreement with the ULSC intends to erect temporary signage as defined on the drawings provided in Appendix D. The agreed signage and speed restrictions will advise construction traffic of delivery routes, speed limits and warnings / advice at areas of concern (Children Playing, etc).

Any maintenance requirements can be addressed and thus not impair road quality for other network users. Access routes to site are to be commensurate to the standard that the road would be if this development was not started. As such, GEL will undertake a pre-condition survey to ensure a baseline is established.

GEL proposes to use two site access routes for both Heavy Vehicles (HV) and Light Vehicles (LV). The two route alternatives that have been identified are as follows;

Route / alternative 1: from the West

• Hume Highway • Gundaroo Road • Hume Street • Grovenor Street • Warrataw Street

Route / alternative 2: from the East

• Hume Highway • Collector Road • Gundaroo Street • Yass Street • Warrataw Street

And then both routes access site as follows: • Dalton Road • Loop Road • Walshes Roads

Refer to Appendix D for all route Maps.

Whilst there are issues to be considered when utilising these routes, we believe this to be manageable and safe.

The main problem in using these routes are the hazards associated with increased traffic along Grovenor Street, Hume Street through Gunning and Loop Road due to the proximity of local schools and areas known to have children in the nearby area. However, these routes will avoid traffic movements along Yass St.

GEL believe that the most direct and suitable route to the site is route / alternative 1 defined in Appendix D – Site Access Route. There will be a preference to source material that utilises this route. Furthermore, we feel that this approach will mitigate potential damage to the high street and will largely prevent an unwanted interface with children going to school.


GEL’s intention is to eliminate and control hazards where at all possible and as such, Table 1 - Control Measure Examples below describes the various proposals to be implemented to mitigate the effects of the hazards we are currently aware of along this route. The preferred route will be confirmed in a further stage integrating all necessary considerations.

Table 1 - Control Measure Examples Location Hazard Control Measures

Grovenor St / Yass St / Warrataw St

School children and elderly people crossing roads / local businesses and shops / Increase in traffic

All efforts will be made to eliminate this hazard by planning bulk deliveries outside of periods when this area will be occupied with children / Signage to be erected as per Appendix B/ Induction and Toolbox Talks for delivery drivers / Undertake regular inspections during periods of increased traffic

Gunning Rail Bridge

Two way traffic on bridge / Pedestrian usage

Traffic lights to be established to prevent two way traffic on bridge at the same time. Lights will be sensored and set to give priority to vehicles leaving Gunning to prevent build up of traffic on Warrataw ST / Inductions and Toolbox talks for delivery drivers / Undertake regular inspections during periods of increased traffic.

Loop Road Pedestrian usage / Children playing on Loop Road corner.

A detailed design will be provided in a further stage in order to ensure the safe ingress to Loop Rd of vehicles coming from Gunning and Dalton as well as for vehicles leaving from Loop Rd through Dalton Rd or Gunning St. Appendix D, Detail 1 proposes part of the possible calming measures to slow down vehicles.

Hume Hwy exit to Collector Rd

Increase in traffic on collector Rd and Hume Hwy exit to Collector Rd

Signage to be erected/ Induction and Toolbox Talks for delivery drivers / Undertake regular inspections during periods of increased traffic

Dalton Road Occasional cycling races.

Induction and Toolbox Talks for delivery drivers and regular coordination prior to the events with ACT Veterans Cycling Club to communicate in Toolbox Talks

Walshes Rd junction to site access

Misleading continuing sealed road

Signage to be erected on Walsh Rd prior to Site access in order to clearly identify the continuation of Walshes Rd and the site access.

Appendix D highlights the additional signage and mitigation measures that GEL intend to implement at Loop Road, Grovenor Street and Warrataw Road to ensure public safety at these locations. The above methodology will not prevent HV movements over the rail bridge at Gunning but will enable a controlled access over the existing structure.


5.2 Onsite Traffic Management Access routes within the construction site itself shall be developed by the site team as design works progress to ensure a safe interface between pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Whilst these plans will develop as detailed design progresses, GEL as a minimum are committed to continuous improvement on the following issues in our efforts to achieve a safe working environment.

• Planning and managing pedestrian and vehicle routes. • Eliminate where possible reversing operations. • Protection of the public. • Adequate parking, off-loading and storage areas. • Safe driving and working practices. • Provision of signs and barriers. • Traffic control personnel

Vehicle Access

Private vehicles are to be parked within the designated parking area.

No vehicle is permitted to enter the construction zone unless approved and in position of a Temporary Vehicle Pass (non inducted and escorted vehicles) or Full Access Vehicle Pass (inducted persons). Vehicles accessing the construction zones are required to be suitable equipped for operating within a construction site.

Site speed limits (exclusive of the main access road) shall be restricted to 20 km/hr for all vehicles.

All work vehicles including subcontractor and delivery vehicles must operate in a safe and law-abiding manner at all times and comply at all times with site rules and SHE requirements.

Vehicles must comply with all legislative requirements including being roadworthy, complying with load limits (width, length, height and mass unless permitted otherwise), be legally registered and meet all no-parking or no-standing requirements.

Pedestrian and Cyclist Access

All movement around site shall be in appropriate and approved vehicles and where designated areas have been nominated. Pedestrian access will be provided and shall be isolated from plant movements in accordance with the GEL Safety Essentials.

This shall be covered in the site inductions.

Personnel access in and around the construction zone are required to give way to plant and machinery moving on the road ways and remain outside of any plant and equipment operating or slew zones. Access into these zones requires the permission of the operator controlling the plant or equipment. All persons accessing the construction zone are required to wear safety helmet, safety glasses, safety boots, long sleeve shirts (high visibility), long pants and are to remain outside of any restricted or barricaded area unless authorised to enter.

Where necessary pedestrian routes and marshalling arrangements will be established to segregate pedestrians from vehicle movements. Generally this will occur only where pedestrians have to cross or walk adjacent to high trafficable routes, or haul road circuits.


5.3 Site Speed Limits Site speed limits of 20 km/h are to be used for the main access road and movement in and around the active work areas shall also be limited to 20 km/h.

A site controlled speed limit of 50 km/h Workzone are to be used for the main site access road (from Walshes Road to the Power Station site) however movement in and around active work areas shall be limited to 20 km/h.

Speed signs shall be erected at the site entrance with repeater signs within the project. Speed signs shall also be erected at the entrance to individual work zones or where conditions have changed.

5.4 Working Hours The Environmental Statement for the project indicates that working hours are likely to be as follows:

- Monday to Friday: 7am to 6pm - Saturday: 8am to 1pm

Construction activities would not normally be undertaken on Sundays or public holidays unless inaudible at residential receivers. Where the Project requires construction work outside these hours, the regulatory authorities and affected stakeholders would be consulted and advised accordingly and approval sought where appropriate.

5.5 Traffic Control Plans GEL will implement approved Traffic Control measures for any Services which disrupt free traffic movement.

Prior to construction, individual Traffic Management Sub-plans and Traffic Control Plans will be developed for each specific section of works and will encompass vehicle movement and pedestrian movement for both construction resources and the general public. Any property accesses affected by the construction activities will also be identified on the TCPs.

These plans will show the specifics of the proposed works and individual traffic controls for the site. They will further describe the implementation of the measures prescribed by this TMP on a site and activity specific basis. Traffic Control Plans (TCP) prepared by GEL will be developed by competent persons using Australian Standard 1742.3 and the RMS’s “Traffic Control at Worksites” Manual.

Typical control measures which may be implemented in a TCP include;

• Movement through the work area under closely controlled conditions • Movement past the work area by means of a delineated path alongside but clear of

the work area • Movement around the work area by a detour, which may be via a side track or an

existing road • Closure of the road for short periods while work is carried out. • Provision for the safe passage of pedestrians and bicycles • Temporary footpaths and pedestrian crossings


• Safety barriers for situations where traffic conflicts or inadequate separation of pedestrian and vehicle movements may occur

• Vehicle size and load restrictions

5.6 Site Refuelling Operations Refuelling of plant and equipment on site requires either;

• The machine to be taken to a dedicated fuel filling station and the machine shut down during the refuelling process, or

• The machine to remain where it is, shut down if at all possible and not operated during refuelling. The machine shall not be restarted until the fuel deliver vehicle has departed

Storage and use of fuel

• Bulk fuel will be stored only in the tank provided for that purpose in the bunded area. • Bulk fuel will be delivered and transferred to the bulk tank by a recognised supplier

using appropriate bulk haulage equipment. • Only nominated Plant Personnel will be authorised to dispense fuel. • All tanks and associated pipes, pumps and hoses in use will be inspected on a

regular basis. Any leakage will be promptly repaired.

The condition of stored fuel will be monitored regularly for water ingress etc.

Prior to filling tanks, Plant Personnel will ensure they will not be overfilled by the tanker truck. In practical terms this means that the volume of the compartments on the truck that are to be emptied should not exceed the vacant volume of the tank.

When filling vehicles, care will be taken to minimise spillage by using auto shut-off nozzles. Vehicles will never be left unsupervised while filling. Nozzles will be returned to their respective drip trays where provided.

If a minor spill does occur, an approved absorbent material such as Drisorb will be used to soak up the spill. The spent absorbent material will be removed to the industrial waste bin when done.

Fuel bowsers shall be calibrated annually (minimum requirement) and their calibration status recorded on the Inspection Measurement and Test Equipment (IMTE) Register by the relevant project staff

5.7 Emergency Services Access Emergency access to the site shall be provided at the Main Gate / Site Entrance and shall be maintained at all times.

All Emergency Services will be informed of the access and egress locations and shall be issued a Site Plan (typical) or other acceptable form of documentation following approval.


5.8 Over-mass Deliveries All over-mass deliveries will be transported from the Port Kembla (Wollongong) to the project site on the local road network identified in the Transport / Route Survey). This will be subject to a separate TMP. Permits and conditions will be obtained from the RMS department by the nominated specialist heavy haulage subcontractor.

5.9 Over-size Deliveries All over-size deliveries will be transported from the Port Kembla (Wollongong) to the project site on the local road network identified in the Transport / Route Survey (Appendix B – Transport Survey (Proposed Routes)). This will be subject to a separate TMP. Permits and conditions will be obtained from the RMS department by the nominated specialist heavy haulage subcontractor.

The over dimensional sized objects associated with this project will be transported along an alternative route to those identified for HV and LV movements. The proposed route at this stage for oversized deliveries including the gas turbines, generators and transformers from is from Port Kembla (Wollongong, NSW) along the Hume Highway until the township of Gunning NSW.

Appendix B (Figure 4) identifies the proposed route at this stage to transport the over dimensional equipment from the Hume Highway and through the town of Gunning. The railway lines will be crossed by creating a low level crossing to the west of the existing rail bridge. It is likely that a temporary lay-by be created in the town of Gunning along the route of the over dimensional haulage. Over dimensional equipment shall wait in this lay-by whilst waiting for permission from the railway authorities to allow access over the level crossing during suitable possession times.

Figure 1 Heavy Haulage Access Route for Over-mass / Oversize loads (Port Kembla)


Once on Dalton Road, the remaining route shall follow that of the HV’s along Loop Road and Walshes Road as illustrated in Appendix D – Site Access Route. As such, the main streets in the town of Dalton will be bypassed. Pilot vehicles will be utilised to escort these deliveries to site so as to give prior warning to other road users and in particular vehicles travelling in the opposite direction.

5.10 Dust Suppression Due to the regions enterprise agriculture and wool production (renowned for its high quality wool), dust suppression has been identified as an important control measure and issue for stakeholders. Due to the fact that the project site access route(s) are currently unsealed, dust creation has been identified as a likely possibility. The following control measures will be implemented within the site boundary (as conditions require) to address the issue and provide assurance to the local community;

• Watering -- applying water from a truck or other portable spray system. • Fencing and other artificial wind barriers, aligned perpendicular to the wind direction • Revegetation or limit removal to surface vegetation to an absolute minimum • Apply access restrictions to dust prone areas with physical obstructions such as

gates, fencing etc. • Cessation of construction or limiting activity during a high wind events • Surface roughening--the manipulation of a soil surface to produce or maintain clods,

which helps disrupt the erosive force of the wind. • Reduced site vehicle speeds

In addition, GEL intends to prime seal the routes along Loop Road and Walshes Road to enhance the dust suppression control measures. GEL proposes to apply a 14/7mm (typical) two-coat spray seal towards the commencement of the project in accordance with our contractual obligations and prior to any significant increase in road usage. At the end of the project, a final 7mm spray seal application is to be added to rectify wear and tear as a result of our works.

5.11 Noise Mitigation GEL is committed to a key value of respect for the community and environment. As such, consideration will be given where possible to prevent disturbance to the general public and local businesses.

A noise assessment has been undertaken previously for the Project whereby the predicted noise levels at several receptors near to the proposed development were assessed. The predicted construction noise levels advocate that noise approval limits are not expected to be exceeded at any of the specified receptor locations.

The following noise mitigation control measures shall be implemented on the project;

• Ensure all plant and equipment utilised during the construction phase complies with the applicable NSW legislation, code of practices and guidelines.

• Restrict the use of exhaust (engine) brakes on access roads to the site • Enforce project working hours as required in the planning approval


• Minimise delivery traffic by planning and scheduling complete loads/supplies wherever possible.

• Utilise local delivery contractors wherever possible to ensure community engagement and feedback

• Be vigilant of local community events, public holidays etc • Utilise the GEL safe delivery confirmation business process which ensure deliveries

to site meet the expected WHS requirements (inclusive of noise level requirements)

5.12 Journey Management Travel distances between potential places of residence for project staff and the Dalton Power Station construction site location may potentially be between 2 and 60 km, as such this heightens the risk of motor vehicle accident due to fatigue, other road users or adverse weather conditions. Risk management strategies to reduce the potential for journey accidents include:

• Regular reminders of the risks through toolbox meetings • Encouragement of car pooling (sharing) • Project implemented speed restrictions (eg 40 km/h on road sections considered to

be of higher risk or concern) • Obey all State (NSW) and Local Shire/Council road traffic rules, inclusive of any

project specific restrictions in place.

5.13 Off-site Cyclists Special consideration shall be given to the safety of cyclists on the roads in the immediate area around the townships of Dalton and Gunning. Occasional road races are held throughout the year by the ACT Veterans Cycling Club (ACT VETS). These events are held at a number of different venues in and around the ACT and some parts of NSW. There is a risk of adverse cyclist / vehicle interactions occurring during scheduled race events. GEL shall seek to minimise the likelihood of these occurrences to ensure the safety of participants and the community.

Risk management strategies to reduce the likelihood of cyclist and vehicle interactions:

• Regular reminders of upcoming cycling events at pre-start meetings / toolbox talks. • Alternative route selection/use during event weekends • Encouragement of car pooling (sharing) to reduce vehicle numbers • Stakeholder communications about project milestones, road works etc • Consultation with Club Officials about scheduling of events

Refer to Appendix E– ACT VETS Typical Race Location Map for a typical ACT VETS race location map.

Further details such as club official contacts, racing programs and race location maps are published on the club website (http://www.actvets.cc).

http://www.actvets.cc/


6 Existing Traffic Conditions

6.1 Current Conditions The road safety and transport management constraints associated with the Dalton Power Station Project will be addressed where possible in advance of the main works commencement and following all necessary Planning Approvals, Permits and community consultation. A dilapidation study shall be undertaken by a third party prior to works commencement to determine and record the condition of the existing roads.

The main constraints/limitations identified by GEL are as follows;

Hume Highway crossing of Paddy’s River (at Marulan)

• As identified in the Environmental Assessment, Bridge constraints require a temporary alternate low level crossing over the River at this point.

Yass Street

• Gunning Public School, Gunning Post Office and various shops are located on Yass Street and hence there is possible risk due to the increased interaction of people / childrenand increased traffic levels.

Warrataw Street

• Pre-school is located approximately 200m away from the rail bridge in Franklin Lane (off Warrataw Street). The presence of children is likely within the proximity of traffic deliveries to site.

Gunning Rail Bridge

• Due to the over-dimensional objects that will be transported to site, an alternate route will be required via a low level crossing. The bridge is narrow with tight bends and poor sight distances for opposing vehicles.


Dalton Road

• This road has some large trees within the clear zone. The terrain is undulating and will require careful review for larger over dimensional deliveries, this will be covered in the over size and over mass loads TMP.

• Occasional Cycling events will require closed coordination with ACT Veterans Cycling Club to communicate to all site drivers the increasing risks associated with the cyclist traffic.

Figure 2 Gunning Rail Bridge


Loop Road

• The corner at Loop Road / Gunning Street has been identified as an area of concern in view of children playing in this area. The road currently operates at a 50km/hr speed limit and is unsealed. A detailed solution (e.g. Traffic Control Plan or Engineering design) will be provided in a further stage in order to ensure the safe ingress to Loop Rd of vehicles coming from Gunning and Dalton as well as for vehicles leaving from Loop Rd through Dalton Rd or Gunning St. A detailed design of this intersection and traffic control measures and upgrade is to be provided to ULSC.

Walshes Road

• There are large trees within the clear zone of the trafficable lanes along the length of this road and potholes can be seen at some locations. Upgrading of this road will be required during the construction phase to facilitate access. A culvert is located approximately 80m east of the access to the “Wilmont” property (Lot 343) and there

Figure 3 Loop Road intersection with Dalton Road & Gunning Street


is a flood / causeway crossing Walshes Road which consists of relatively steep grades on both approaches. There are several 90 degree bends along this road that will need to be carefully assessed to ensure construction traffic will satisfactorily be able to access the site.

• The junction between Walshes Rd and site access will require Roads signage in order to ensure that the limits between Walshes Rd and Site access will be clearly identified to drivers.

6.2 Upgrade of Local Roads In addition to any upgrades required by the relevant authorisations (Permits), GEL shall upgrade the existing local roads between Dalton Road and the new site access road.

Upgrading of these roads may be required considering the tight bends that are apparent at several locations. An assessment of these bends will be undertaken by suitably qualified personnel through the Route Survey (by others) for the over-size / over-mass objects with any improvements necessary to facilitate access being undertaken. Culverts and flood ways that cross these roads will also be addressed where required ensuring access is maintained at all times.

GEL notes that while haulage would not require the clearing of vegetation, some vegetation trimming may be required along the local road network between Gunning and Dalton.


7 Implementation of Controls

7.1 Induction of Personnel Prior to commencement of work on the project, all personnel are to undergo a general Site Induction. The Site Induction will cover such topics as:

• Project overview and values; • Management policies; • Emergency response procedures • Assembly points (in the case of evacuation) • Safety, Health and Environmental Management requirements; • Vehicle and pedestrian access restriction on-site

The Site Induction will incorporate the necessary training requirements. Topics covered will include:

• The concept and importance of due diligence including the practices and procedures necessary to claim the due diligence defence;

• Details of the TMP and the responsibilities of GEL employees and subcontractors; • Management practices and procedures necessary to ensure compliance with

relevant Acts and Regulations.

7.2 Conduct Daily Pre-start Meetings Pre-start meetings shall be conducted by the Site Superintendent prior to undertaking any work activity and in accordance with the process described in the project Safety and Health Management Plan. Specific transport management items and topics that shall be given consideration for discussion shall include:

• Daily scope of work and associated vehicle management as required (if relevant) • Weather observations/ forecast (particularly heavy rain, wind and extreme heat ) • Anticipated plant and/or equipment movements • Project incidents and/or feedback on any issues that have recently occurred

7.3 Conduct Toolbox Talks Toolbox Meetings shall be conducted on an as needs basis (generally weekly) in accordance with the project Safety and Health Management Plan. Toolbox talks relating to transport management risks and opportunities associated with the project may cover as required;

• Project objectives and targets and Project Key Performance Indicators (KPI);


• Mobile plant (and vehicle) management components of SHEWMS; • Key community issues relating to public interfacing with the site e.g. traffic delays as

a results of oversize deliveries; and • Changing site conditions. • Safety Incidents and Alerts from within GEL.

7.4 Issues and Alerts Bulletins Project Alerts

A Project Alert is a tool used for communicating the initial findings from an incident. Following the investigation and reporting of any traffic incident whether internally or externally related to the project, the Safety Officer and or Engineer will determine whether a Project Alert shall be generated to convey details of the incident and relevant corrective action required to prevent the incident recurring.

Distribution of the Project Alert will be through pre-start meetings or toolbox talks and via display on all project site noticeboards.

Project Bulletins

Project Bulletins will be used to provide relevant information to all project personnel. This information may include, but is not limited to;

• Reiteration of best construction practices (internal and external) • Significant changes to the construction program or scope that may potentially affect

community receptors and/or generate additional protection and management requirements

• Significant changes to enacted law (Legislation and Regulations).

They may be distributed by the WHS Advisor, Project Manager, Site Superintendent and the Client or directly from an industry association or regulatory body.


8 Review and Monitor

8.1 Inspection of Traffic Control Measure Traffic movements on and off-site will require continuous monitoring to ensure compliance to this TMP. Regular checks will be made by project staff to ensure that speed restrictions are adhered to by all associated with the project.

Checks will be made in particular at the key areas of concern at Grovenor St, Warrataw Street, Loop Road, Yass St and other areas with higher volumes of traffic. The main concern is HV deliveries to site and the nuisance considerations that arise as a consequence of their operation. All efforts will be made by ongoing communication with aggregate suppliers and other deliveries to site to avoid disturbance and disruption wherever possible.

In addition the following inspections shall be undertaken;

• Site inspections of project works will be conducted to identify hazards and mitigate risk relating to vehicular passage through and around the site. This shall include:

• Daily inspections – conducted by the Foreman and recorded within the Daily Site Report (Foreman's Diary);

• Weekly inspections – conducted by Project Safety Officer, Project Engineer or Project Manager and recorded using the Weekly Checklist and Cintellate.

8.2 Conduct Project Internal Audits The Project Manager is responsible for ensuring an audit program is developed and implemented.

The Project Manager will prepare an audit plan for the project that ensures:

• Transport management performance on the project is audited against the requirements of AS/NZS ISO 9001 - 2008, The Project Management System and all relevant transport management legislation, code of practices and guidelines;

• All major contractors and suppliers operating are audited at an early stage of their works and at critical times throughout the project.

Audits are planned and conducted in accordance with GEL procedures by trained and experienced persons who are independent of the routine performance or management of the work activities. The findings of audits are discussed with representatives from the company or area being audited and actions agreed to address any deficiencies. Audit reports are distributed to the company audited and project staff responsible for the management of the activities.


8.3 Plan Review For long term projects management should incorporate procedures into the TMP that involve a formal review of the TMP as part of a continuous improvement approach to ensure its continuing suitability, adequacy and effectiveness. The management review process will ensure sufficient information is gathered over the term of the project to allow management to undertake an effective review, including the results of monitoring activities and any corrective actions implemented.

GEL proposes to review this TMP inclusive of access routes, controls, and audit requirements etc on a quarterly basis (or as required by the Principal or delegate).

Any TMP review related with off-site activities will have to be coordinated with the ULSC Traffic Committee.


9 Report Transport Management Performance

9.1 Project Reporting Requirements Project Transport management performance will be reported as follows:

• Monthly Progress Report: Traffic management performance will be addressed in the Monthly Progress Report or as required (this will include monitoring results and updates)

• SH&E Incident Management System (Cintellate): Incident reporting will be conducted using the Leighton Contractors SH&E Incident Management System (Cintellate). Copies of reports relating to incidents or potential incidents (near misses) will be copied to the Project Manager.

• Audit Reports


10 Incident Management

10.1 Manage Incidents All personnel and subcontractor employees are required to report ALL incidents and near misses to the Site Superintendent immediately. The Site Superintendent will notify the Project Manager as soon as possible. The Project Manager will notify the Principal as required and the ULSC if required.

The Site Superintendent will assist the WHS Advisor with the preparation of an Incident Report using the GEL SH&E Incident Management System (Cintellate) as soon as possible following an incident.

The reporting of incidents is classified into five classes relating to the severity or potential:

• Class 3: Damage which temporarily inconveniences a person (first aid, medical treatment).

• Class 2: Damage which temporarily alters a person’s future (lost time injury from which the individual fully recovers).

• Class 1: Damage which permanently alters a person’s future (fatality, quadriplegia, paraplegia, amputee, back injury, disfigurement, psychological disturbance).

• PC1: Potential Class 1 • EPC1: Elevated Potential Class1 are PC1 incident which satisfy the following

criteria; o Potential for a fatality or multiple injuries; o Whether a zero barrier situation existed meaning; and o No defences were in place or all defences had been breached (excluding

PPE) an actual event occurred where there was an uncontrolled release of energy only chance prevented an actual incident occurring.

The Project Manager and or nominated GEL representative will discuss and agree recommended preventative action, then assign responsibility and timeframe for completion.

All incident report details will be entered into the SH&E Incident Management System (Cintellate).


11 Community and Stakeholder Consultation

11.1 Communications List Organisation Officer Title Phone Number(s)

GEL - GE TBA Project Manager TBA

GEL - LCPL TBA Project Manager TBA

GEL TBA WHS Advisor TBA

Principal (AGL) TBA Project Manager TBA

ULSC TBA TBA TBA

RMS

(NSW Department of Transport)

TBA TBA TBA

NSW Police TBA TBA TBA

11.2 Roads and Maritime Service and Upper Lachlan Shire Council

This TMP shall be prepared in consultation with the Principal (AGL) and the ULSC.

Specialist heavy haulage subcontractor(s) will be engaged a will liaise with the RMS and NSW Police (if required) to ensure that all regulatory and local permits / permissions are received by GEL.

All feedback from the abovementioned authorities shall be incorporated into a separate TMP including all relevant traffic control plan (TCP) for approval.

11.3 Public Notice and Community Relations GEL understands the importance of community and stakeholder engagement and intends to build upon the work that has already been undertaken by AGL developing an awareness program if required. Maintaining the good relationships that have been built amongst the stakeholders will be achieved by ongoing communication.

GEL acknowledges that we are guests in the community and respects the needs of others. We are committed to minimising inconvenience and as such intend to close out any issues or complaints as soon as possible following notification. In the event that Community


Consultation Committee meetings are established then GEL will ensure a representative is in a attendance to listen, report and action the wishes and concerns of the community.

11.4 Notification of Incidents (occurring off-site) Should the Site Superintendent or Project Manager receive notice of any incidents requiring attendance off-site, they will contact all relevant authorities and personnel to arrange such attendance / investigations. These incidents will registered in Cintellate and investigated and close out actions listed. These incidents will be reported in the Monthly Progress Report issued to the principal.

11.5 Emergency Services Contact Numbers The relevant Emergency Services Contact Details are as follows;

Police 000 Dalton (Local) TBA

Ambulance 000 Dalton (Local) TBA

Fire 000 Fire (Local) TBA

Other - TBA Other TBA


12 Appendix A – Project Location

Refer attached Site Location Plan (2158697-102-D026 Rev D)

Number of Pages: 1


13 Appendix B – Transport Survey (Proposed Routes)

This preliminary Transport/Route Survey is for information only and subject to change. It is anticipated that the majority of over-size / over-mass plant and equipment items will be transported from Port Kembla (Wollongong), subject to confirmation and receipt of necessary permits and approvals (by specialist subcontractor). A more detailed map to be included with the Separate TMP

Number of Pages: 1

Figure 4 Over-mass / Over-dimension (Heavy) haulage route


14 Appendix C– Traffic and Transport Assessment

Please refer to MP10-0035 AGL Dalton Power Project Environmental Assessment Report, Volume 1 – Section 11 Traffic and Transport.

Note: This document is provided by the Principal (AGL) for the purposes of planning assessment and approval only and is for information only.

Number of Pages: 0


15 Appendix D – Site Access Route

GEL proposes to use two site access routes for both Heavy Vehicles (HV) and Light Vehicles (LV). The two route alternatives that have been identified are as follows;

Route / alternative 1: from the West

• Hume Highway • Gundaroo Road • Old Hume HighwayHume Street • Grovenor Street • Warrataw Street

Route / alternative 2: from the East

• Hume Highway • Collector Road • Gundaroo Street • Old Hume HighwayYass Street • Warrataw Street

And then both routes access site as follows: • Dalton Road • Loop Road • Walshes Roads

GEL are of the opinion that these are the most direct and suitable access routes to the site and whilst there are issues to be considered when utilising this route, GEL believe thee routes are manageable and safe. The main problem identified with this route is the hazards associated with increased traffic along Grovenor Street, Old Hume Highway through Gunning and Loop Road due to the proximity of local schools and areas known to have children in the nearby area. However, routes will avoid traffic movements along Yass Street.


Figure 5 Site Access Route - through Gunning, NSW. Alternatives routes allowing for HV/LV

passage from the East/West off ramps of the Hume Highway


Number of Pages: 2

Figure 6 Loop Road / Gunning Street Intersection


16 Appendix E– ACT VETS Typical Race Location Map

Please refer to the ACT Veterans Cycling Club Dalton race location map;

https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=sites&srcid=YWN0dmV0cy5jY3x3d3d8Z3g6MmQxZDI4ZDA1Y2M1NDU4MA (Online - Accessed 31 January 2011)

Note: This document is provided for information only and subject to change without notice.

Number of Pages: 1

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