Keeping Queensland Roads Safe During Emergencies
When natural disasters or emergencies strike, roads and transport corridors are often among the most severely affected. From flooding and cyclones to bushfires and major accidents, ensuring safe access for emergency services, utility providers, and the community is critical.
Emergency and disaster work in traffic management involves the rapid deployment of accredited personnel, compliant traffic control devices, and safe diversion routes to protect workers and the public while restoring access as quickly as possible.
Traffic Management for Works on Roads Code of Practice 2021 (TM-CoP).
MUTCD Part 3 – Works on Roads (QLD edition).
Austroads Guide to Temporary Traffic Management (AGTTM).
Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Qld).
In emergency works, flexibility is allowed for immediate response, but TMPs and TGS documents are still required and may be prepared retrospectively for compliance and insurance purposes.
Types of Emergency and Disaster Work
Our traffic management services support a wide range of emergency situations:
Storm and flood recovery: road closures, detours, and access control for repair crews.
Cyclones and severe weather: clearing fallen trees, debris, and damaged infrastructure.
Bushfire events: maintaining safe corridors for firefighting vehicles and community evacuations.
Major accidents: traffic redirection, site protection, and safe clearance zones.
Utility emergencies: water main breaks, gas leaks, and electrical outages requiring urgent repair.
Inspections, Reporting, and Recovery Support
Following an emergency response, we also provide:
- Site inspections and audits to assess ongoing risks.
- Documentation and reporting to meet council, TMR, and insurance requirements.
- Recommendations for longer-term traffic management or road restoration works.
- Coordination with councils and state agencies for staged recovery operations.
Rapid Response Deployment
During an emergency, every minute counts, which is why our teams are trained and ready to act at a moment’s notice. We can mobilise 24/7 with accredited traffic controllers and supervisors, ensuring immediate on-site safety and coordination.
Our crews are skilled in implementing temporary Traffic Guidance Schemes (TGS) quickly and effectively, establishing safe work zones for emergency services and utility providers. We work to protect critical infrastructure while minimising community disruption, and once the immediate crisis has been stabilised, we seamlessly transition to longer-term traffic management solutions to support recovery efforts.
Contact Us
When emergencies happen, you need a traffic management partner you can trust. Heritage Traffic Management provides rapid, compliant, and effective solutions to keep Queensland moving during disaster events.
Phone: 1800 353 053
Email: sales@heritagetraffic.com.au
Website: heritagetraffic.com.au