RIIRTM201E — Position, set-up and operate variable message signs

1. Plan and prepare to position, set up and operate a variable message sign

• 1.1Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions
• 1.2Access, interpret and apply documentation required to position, set-up and operate variable message signs
• 1.3Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activity
• 1.4Identify, address and report potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures within scope of own role
• 1.5Identify, confirm, clarify and apply environmental protection requirements
• 1.6Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and identify steps required to respond to emergencies

2. Transport variable message sign

• 2.1Conduct variable message sign pre-start check and report or rectify faults as required
• 2.2Prepare variable message sign for transportation
• 2.3Confirm variable message sign is secured to vehicle
• 2.4Connect, manoeuvre and transport variable message sign according to job requirements
• 2.5Enter work site according to road and traffic management requirements
• 2.6Park-up and confirm braking system is engaged
• 2.7Check variable message sign controls and functions and report or rectify faults as required

3. Position variable message sign

• 3.1Position variable message sign according to traffic management plan or diagram and traffic and site safety regulations and guidelines
• 3.2Complete site-specific risk assessment
• 3.3Select level site and confirm variable message sign is stable
• 3.4Confirm variable message sign visibility to road users
• 3.5Provide safe travel path for cyclists and pedestrians past variable message sign
• 3.6Initiate variable message sign security system
• 3.7Operate communication devices according to job requirements

4. Operate variable message sign

• 4.1Select, apply and change messages according to job requirements and manufacturer specifications
• 4.2Confirm variable message sign displays required message
• 4.3Confirm variable message sign is legible to road users
• 4.4Confirm message does not conflict with existing signage

5. Shut down and remove variable message sign from site

• 5.1Conduct shut-down procedures according to manufacturer specifications
• 5.2Prepare variable message sign for transportation
• 5.3Remove variable message sign from site according to road rules, site and traffic management requirements

6. Conduct clean-up activities

• 6.1Conduct inspection and fault finding according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
• 6.2Carry out minor routine maintenance according to site requirements
• 6.3Clean, check, perform maintenance on and store tools and equipment according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements

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