Road Safety Audit - Gladstone Regional Council

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Road Safety Audit
‘Existing Stage’
Blain Drive, Gladstone
Prepared for Gladstone Regional Council
Prepared by:
Darren Shirley
22 June 2012
FINAL VERSION
Road Safety Audit (Existing Stage) – Blain Drive, Gladstone
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Contents
1
Introduction .................................................................................................................5
2
Background .................................................................................................................5
3
Entrance Meeting ........................................................................................................8
4
Crash History ..............................................................................................................8
5
Examination of Available Materials ..............................................................................9
6
Site Inspection ............................................................................................................9
7
Audit Findings .............................................................................................................9
7.1 Signage ..............................................................................................................10
7.2 Linemarking........................................................................................................19
7.3 Delineation .........................................................................................................23
7.4 Pedestrian Access..............................................................................................25
7.5 Railway Crossing ...............................................................................................30
7.6 Street Lighting ....................................................................................................33
7.7 Intersections .......................................................................................................34
7.8 Roadside Hazards ..............................................................................................35
7.9 Pavement ...........................................................................................................40
7.10 Roadside Parking .............................................................................................45
8
Recommendations ....................................................................................................47
9
Audit Team Statement ..............................................................................................47
Appendix A – Summary of Audit Findings ...............................................................................49
Appendix B – Traffic Data .......................................................................................................73
Appendix C – Crash Data .......................................................................................................83
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1 Introduction
This report presents the findings of a road safety audit (existing stage) conducted along Blain
Drive, Gladstone, on Tuesday 22 May 2012.
The audit was conducted by an audit team comprising:
Darren Shirley
Consultant (Senior Road Safety Auditor)
Roadpro Consulting
Luke Kidd
Consultant (Senior Road Safety Auditor)
Roadpro Consulting
Philip Baker
Infrastructure Planning Engineer (Traffic) / (Road Safety Auditor)
Gladstone Regional Council
2 Background
Blain Drive is a local government road managed by Gladstone Regional Council. The road is
located between Port Curtis Way/Hanson Road to the north, and Dawson Highway to the
south. Both Port Curtis Way/Hanson Road (Gladstone - Mt Larcom Road) and Dawson
Highway are state-controlled roads managed by the Department of Transport and Main Roads’
(TMR) Fitzroy Region. While the audit site includes the entire length of Blain Drive, it does not
incorporate the state-controlled road intersections at the northern and southern ends.
Blain Drive is approximately 2.4km in length. Traffic count data from May 2012 indicates the
average daily traffic volume ranges from 6,557 (northern end) to 10,517 (southern end)
vehicles per day. At the time of the audit, Blain Drive operated under a 60km/h and 70km/h
speed limit. 60km/h speed zones were posted at the northern end, between Port Curtis
Way/Hanson Road and Boowan Court intersections, and the southern end, between Palm
Drive and Dawson Highway intersections. The 70km/h speed zone was posted mid-section
near the intersection of Boowan Court to the vicinity of Palm Drive. The audit team
acknowledge a formal speed limit review had been commissioned by Council for the same
section of road. The speed limit review was conducted on the same day, but separate to the
road safety audit. A copy of the traffic data provided for the road safety audit is attached in
Appendix B.
At the time of the audit, Blain Drive was a two-lane two-way road. The majority of the road was
surrounded by open parkland and sporting facilities. There was an industrial development on
the western side of the road, from Port Curtis Way/Hanson Road intersection to the southern
side of Garfield Street. Additional land had been developed to the south of Garfield Street for
future industrial development (i.e. land surrounding Boowan Court). Figures 1, 2 and 3
illustrate the location, orientation and extent of the audit site.
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FIGURE 1: LOCATION OF AUDIT SITE
FIGURE 2: EXTENT OF AUDIT SITE
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SOURCE: GOOGLE EARTH
FIGURE 3: AERIAL PHOTOGRAPH OF AUDIT SITE
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3 Entrance Meeting
A formal entrance meeting was not held prior to undertaking the field inspection. However the
audit team informally discussed the method of reviewing available data and capturing site
conditions prior to commencing the audit.
4 Crash History
Queensland Police Service records indicate there were 5 recorded crashes within the audit
site between 1 January 2005 and 31 December 2009 (the end date coincides with the current
extent of crash data validated by TMR. Reporting on higher severity ‘fatal’ and ‘hospitalisation’
crashes is available beyond 2009 and has been considered in the extent of data reviewed for
this report).
A summary of crash data is proved in Table 1 and Table 2. A copy of crash data extracted
from WebCrash 2 is provided in Appendix C.
Table 1: Summary of recorded crashes (Severity vs Year)
Year
Fatal
Hospitalised
Medical
Treatment
Minor
Injury
Property
Damage
Only
Total
2005
0
0
0
0
0
0
2006
0
1
0
0
1
2
2007
0
0
0
0
0
0
2008
0
0
0
0
0
0
2009
0
0
2
0
1
3
2010
0
0
0
0
0
0
2011
0
0
0
0
0
0
2012
0
0
0
0
0
0
Totals
0
1
2
0
2
5
Table 2: Summary of recorded crashes (Severity vs DCA Code)
Fatal
Hospitalised
Medical
Treatment
Minor
Injury
Property
Damage
Only
Total
VEH'S ADJACANT APPROACH: THRU-LEFT (107)
0
1
0
0
0
1
OFF PATH-STRAIGHT: LEFT OFF CWAY HIT OBJ (703)
0
0
0
0
1
1
OFF PATH-CURVE: OFF CWAY LT BEND HIT OBJ (804)
0
0
2
0
0
2
OFF PATH-CURVE: MOUNTS TRAFFIC ISLAND (808)
0
0
0
0
1
1
0
1
2
0
2
5
DCA Code
Totals
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5 Examination of Available Materials
Documentation made available to the audit team comprised of:
•
road crash history report for audit site
•
AADT and percentage CV values
•
aerial photograph of audit site.
6 Site Inspection
Inspections of the site were carried out by the audit team during the day on Tuesday 22 May
2012. A night inspection was also undertaken on the same day. The weather was overcast
during the inspections with short periods of light rain. All traffic movements were driven in a
Ford Territory AWD. Parts of the road were inspected on foot and digital photographs taken to
capture the audit findings. These inspections and other information supplied by Gladstone
Regional Council form the basis of the audit findings, which are detailed in subsequent
sections of this report.
7 Audit Findings
All issues identified during the road safety audit, along with suggested actions, are recorded in
Table 4. The suggested actions are designed as a guide for the selection and implementation
of remedial measures. They are not necessarily the only possible actions.
A suggested priority for remedial treatment has been allocated to each of the identified issues
using A to D ratings. The priorities are based on the level of risk (or Risk Ranking) identified by
the auditors during the site inspection. Table 3 outlines the ‘Risk Ranking’ and suggested
approach to treatments. It is based on recommended practices from Austroads’ Guide to Road
Safety - Part 6: Road Safety Audit (2009).
Table 3: Risk rankings
Priority
Risk Ranking
Suggested Treatment Approach
A
Intolerable
B
High
C
Medium
Should be corrected, or the risk significantly reduced, if the
treatment costs is moderate.
D
Low
Should be corrected, or the risk significantly reduced, if the
treatment cost is low.
Must be corrected
Should be corrected, or the risk significantly reduced, even if
the treatment cost is high.
For ease of reference, Blain Drive is referenced to run in the north-south direction. The north
direction is travelling towards Port Curtis Way / Hanson Road intersection. The south direction
is travelling towards Dawson Highway intersection. Dawson Highway intersection has a start
point Chainage of 0.0km, and Port Curtis Way / Hanson Road intersection has and end point
Chainage of 2.4km.
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Table 4: Audit Findings
Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
The two northbound departure lanes from the Dawson Highway roundabout
merged into one on Blain Drive approximately 150m from the intersection. The
existing Form 1 Lane (G9-15) sign installed on approach to the merge was in
poor condition. No additional merge signing was installed at the merge point. To
maximise safe and efficient traffic flow, it is important signing and linemarkings at
merge points are clear and concise, and maintained to a high standard so they
are visible in all weather and lighting conditions. Part 2/4.7.2 of the MUTCD
outlines the application of signing and linemarkings where there is a reduction in
the number of lanes. Given the lane reduction occurs through a horizontal curve,
the audit team suggest the site be signed as a ‘lane change’ as illustrated in
Figure 4.16(b), Part 2 of the MUTCD. The auditors also suggest linemarkings
should be repainted (refer Recommendation 7.2.1.1).
Recommendation 7.1.1.1: Review Part 2/4.7.2 of the MUTCD
to confirm the application of signing and linemarkings where
there is a reduction in the number of lanes. Remove the existing
Form 1 Lane (G9-15) sign. Install Left Lane Ends (W4-9B) /
Merge Right (W8-15B) and Merge Right (G9-73) signs as per
Figure 4.16(b), Part 2 of the MUTCD.
A
7.1 Signage
7.1.1
Photograph 1: View looking north along Blain Drive towards the existing Form 1
Lane sign.
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Item No.
7.1.2
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
There was a Sight Board installed on the western side of Blain Drive, opposite
Priority
Recommendation 7.1.2.1: Remove the existing Sight Board
A
the termination of Palm Drive. The sign was in poor condition and there were an
and posts. Install 2 x Unidirectional Hazard Markers (D4-1-1A)
excessive number of posts. To minimise the potential severity of injuries to
end-to-end, as per Part 2/2.11.2 of the MUTCD. Install each
occupants of errant vehicles, it is important sign structures are designed to be
sign on 2 x 50mm NB posts.
frangible. Section 8 of Queensland Transport and Main Roads’ Design Guide for
Roadside Signs recommends post spacing of less than 1500mm should be
avoided (where practical) due to the increased likelihood of a collision with two
posts.
Photograph 2: View looking west across Blain Drive at the existing Sight Board
located opposite the termination of Palm Drive.
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Item No.
7.1.3
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Joe Joseph Drive intersected with Blain Drive at approximate Chainage 1.1km.
Signing issues observed at the intersection included:
•
A
Recommendation 7.1.3.1: Remove the Side Road Junction
(W2-4) signs and posts on Blain Drive on both approaches to
Side Road Junction (W2-4) signs were installed on both approaches to
the intersection. As there were clear sight lines on approach and
departing the intersection, the warning signs did not appear to be
warranted. Furthermore, the warning sign facing southbound traffic was
incorrectly orientated, showing the intersection was on the left side
instead of the right side of the road. It is important the installation of
signs is limited to those that provide essential traffic information.
•
Priority
Joe Joseph Drive intersection.
Recommendation 7.1.3.2: Remove the double sided Gladstone
A
Waste Management Centre service sign and posts installed on
the eastern side of Blain Drive, opposite Joe Joseph Drive.
Install new advance service signs and posts on Blain Drive on
both approaches to the intersection.
The existing Street Name Sign (G5-1) appeared too small for the speed
environment (see Recommendation 7.1.6.2).
•
There was a double sided Gladstone Waste Management Centre
service sign installed on the eastern side of the road, opposite Joe
Joseph Drive. The sign was located close to the edge of the traffic lane.
It obstructed clear passage for southbound through traffic to pass
vehicles slowing or propping to turn right. Furthermore the sign posts
were a rigid construction and it was unclear whether the structure would
be frangible if struck by an errant vehicle. The audit team consider
advance signs on either approach would be more effective in guiding
traffic to the waste facility.
Figure 4: Concept layout of suggested advance service signs
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.1.3
Cont’d.
Photograph 3: View looking north along Blain Drive at the Side Road Junction
(W2-4) sign on approach to Joe Joseph Drive.
Photograph 4: View looking north along Blain Drive at the service sign installed
on the eastern side of the road, opposite Joe Joseph Drive.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.1.4
There was a large diagrammatic guide sign installed on the eastern side of Blain
Drive, on the southbound approach to the roundabout at Dawson Highway. The
sign was installed on a frangible slip-base structure. However, the sign face was
installed too low and covered the fuse plate. The positioning of the sign face
could prevent the breakaway posts from functioning if struck by an errant
vehicle.
Recommendation 7.1.4.1: Review the sign structure to ensure
it complies with current design standards. Investigate suitable
options for raising the sign face above the fuse plates, ensuring
minimum clearance heights are achieved as per TMR Standard
Drawing No.1363. Where funding is limited, prioritise
accordingly.
A
Photograph 5: View looking south along Blain Drive at the guide sign located on
approach to the roundabout at Dawson Highway intersection.
Photograph 6: The bottom strap should be located above the fuse plate, as per
TMR Standard Drawing No.1363.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.1.5
There was a large diagrammatic guide sign installed on the western side of Blain
Recommendation 7.1.5.1: Consider removing the existing sign
A
Drive, on the northbound approach to the roundabout at Port Curtis Way /
and structure, and installing a new sign on frangible posts.
Hanson Road intersection. The sign face was in a deteriorated condition and
Where funding is limited, prioritise accordingly.
installed on three large diameter non-frangible posts. The sign structure could be
a hazard for occupants of errant vehicles.
Photograph 7: View looking north along Blain Drive at the guide sign located on
approach to the roundabout at Port Curtis Way / Hanson Road intersection.
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Item No.
7.1.6
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
A
As a general comment, there were a number of issues identified with existing
Recommendation 7.1.6.1: Consider implementing a mass
road traffic signing throughout the audit site. The types of issues observed
action program to review and upgrade all road traffic signing
included:
throughout the audit site. Review warrants for retaining existing
•
poor condition (faded and/or damaged, difficult to see during night audit)
signs and identify the need for any additional signing. Ensure
•
incorrect sign size (i.e. too small, ‘A’ size instead of ‘B’ size warning
the application, design, size and placement (lateral and
sign)
longitudinal position and spacing) of signs complies with current
inconsistent sign face reflectivity (i.e. mix of Class 1 and Class 2
minimum standards outlined in the MUTCD. Furthermore,
material)
ensure all sign face material complies with TMR’s TRUM Note
existing Street Name Signs (G5-1) were typically too small and difficult
1.2 - Selection of Retroreflective Material. Where funding is
to read on approach. Figure 2.1, Part 5 of the MUTCD, illustrates the
limited, prioritise accordingly and consider a stage
option of using a 130mm high font on a standard 200mm high blade. To
implementation.
•
•
make these type of signs more conspicuous and easy to read while
travelling at the posted speed limit, the audit team suggest the 130mm
Recommendation 7.1.6.2: Consider adopting a 130mm high
high font / 200mm high blade is adopted by Council as the standard
font on a standard 200mm high blade for all Street Name Signs
minimum practice (where applicable)
(G5-1) on Council roads (where applicable), as per
B
Figure 2.1, Part 5 of the MUTCD. Upgrade all Street Name
Clear, concise and consistent signing that is visible in all lighting and weather
Signs on Blain Drive. Implement Street Name Sign upgrades on
conditions is instrumental in achieving safe and efficient traffic flow. It is
other Council roads as required and/or where funding becomes
important road traffic signs are regularly inspected and upgraded/maintained to a
available.
high standard.
A
Recommendation 7.1.6.3: Review Council’s current
maintenance arrangement with a view to ensuring routine
inspections and maintenance of road traffic signs as required.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.1.6
Cont’d.
Photograph 8: Example of a Sight Board in poor condition
Photograph 9: View looking south along Blain Drive at a Road Narrows (W4-3)
sign in poor condition.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.1.6
Cont’d.
Photograph 10: View looking south along Blain Drive at a damaged speed sign,
just south of Palm Drive intersection.
Photograph 11: View looking south along Blain Drive at the Street Name Sign
at Palm Drive intersection. The font size was too small for the environment.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
Recommendation 7.2.1.1: Consider a mass action project to
repaint all line and pavement markings along Blain Drive, and at
intersecting roads. Review Part 2 of the MUTCD to confirm the
correct application of markings throughout the audit site and
adjoining intersections. Where existing markings require
permanent removal, investigate options to ensure effective
eradication. At locations where line markings experience wear
from high traffic movements, consider using a thermoplastic
application.
A
inspections and maintenance of line and pavement markings as
required.
B
7.2 Linemarking
7.2.1
As a general comment, the application of line and pavement markings was
inconsistent throughout the audit site. The issues observed during the site
inspections included:
•
holding lines and pavement arrows at some intersections were faded /
worn and difficult to identify, particularly during the night audit
•
centre line and edge line markings at various locations were faded /
worn and difficult to identify, particularly during the night audit
•
chevron pavement markings on approach and between some traffic
islands were faded
•
some old linemarkings had not been adequately eradicated and were
still visible in the vicinity of new markings. As a result visual cues could
confuse motorists (particularly in poor light or weather conditions)
•
pavement arrows were not installed on the left turn deceleration lane at
Joe Joseph Drive
•
Give Way line markings were not installed at Bassett Street to
supplement the existing Give Way sign
•
inconsistent application of single-barrier and double-barrier centre line
markings in the vicinity of Boowan Court.
Line and pavement markings provide important regulatory control and guidance
for motorists. It is essential all line and pavement markings are installed in a
consistent manner and comply with relevant sections of the MUTCD. As
important, is the need to regularly inspect and repaint/maintain markings as
required.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.2.1
Cont’d.
Photograph 12: View of faded/worn lane lines and edge lines on the
northbound lanes departing the roundabout at Dawson Highway intersection.
Photograph 13: View of faded/worn chevron pavement markings between traffic
islands on Blain Drive, opposite the access to racecourse at Chainage 0.15km.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.2.1
Cont’d.
Photograph 14: Example of confusing visual cue as a result of old line marking
not being adequately removed.
Photograph 15: Example of faded/worn pavement arrow on the right turn lane
at Palm Drive intersection.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.2.1
Cont’d.
Photograph 16: Example of faded/worn Give Way line markings at Joe Joseph
Drive intersection.
Photograph 17: View looking south along Blain Drive from Joe Joseph Drive
intersection. Left turn pavement arrows were not installed.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.3 Delineation
7.3.1
Road Edge Guide Posts (REGPs) and Retroreflective Raised Pavement Markers
(RRPMs) were installed throughout the audit site to delineate the formation width
and upcoming alignment. The overall application was generally sub-standard,
particularly noticeable during the night audit. Issues observed with existing
delineation devices included:
•
REGPs - damaged, missing, in poor condition, not installed in pairs,
•
guardrail reflectors damaged, missing or in poor condition
•
RRPMs - damaged, missing, inconsistent colour combinations
REGPs, reflectors and RRPMs are essential for safe guidance where the road
alignment and/or roadside hazards pose a safety risk for motorists. These
devices should be installed in accordance with MUTCD guidelines and
maintained to a high standard. To improve safety, the audit team suggest a
mass action project to upgrade REGPs, reflectors and RRPMs throughout the
audit site.
action project to review and upgrade REGPs throughout the
audit site. Ensure guide posts are installed in pairs, and that
their lateral and longitudinal placement is correct. REGPs
should be installed in accordance with Part 2/4.2.4 of the
MUTCD.
A
Recommendation 7.3.1.2: Conduct a detailed site inspection of
the existing guardrail and bridge rail at Auckland Creek (just
north of Joe Joseph Drive intersection) to identify damaged or
missing reflectors. Arrange the installation/replacement of
reflectors to comply with current standards as required.
A
action project to review and upgrade the application of RRPMs
throughout the audit site. Ensure damaged or missing RRPMs
are replaced. Where funding permits, review and upgrade the
colour coding of devices to reflect current MUTCD standards
(for example, the use of yellow RRPMs on painted median
islands). RRPMs should be installed in accordance with Part
2/5.6.5 of the MUTCD.
A
inspections and maintenance of delineation devices as required.
B
Photograph 18: Example of damaged REGP on the eastern side of Blain Drive,
south of Joe Joseph Drive intersection.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.3.1
Cont’d.
Photograph 19: Example of missing RRPM
Photograph 20: View looking north along Blain Drive, from the northern side of
Auckland Creek bridge. Additional delineation is required along the centre and
edge lines to augment the formation width and curved alignment.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
On-road bicycle lanes were not provided along Blain Drive. A shared pedestrian
/ cycle path was constructed along the eastern side of Blain Drive, between
Chainage 0.5km (access to sports field) and Joe Joseph Drive, and, the western
side of Blain Drive, between Joe Joseph Drive and Garfield Street. The shared
path formed part of a larger network. Issues observed with the shared facility
included:
Recommendation 7.4.1.1: Review Part 9 of the MUTCD to
identify the minimum level of signing and pavement markings
that should be provided along shared pedestrian / cycling paths.
Implement a scheme to upgrade signing and pavement
markings along the segment of shared path that falls within the
audit site. Where funding is limited, prioritise accordingly.
A
Recommendation 7.4.1.2: Review Part 9 of the MUTCD to
identify the minimum level of signing that should be provided on
roads approaching a conflict point with a shared pedestrian /
cycling path. Implement a scheme to upgrade signing
accordingly.
A
Recommendation 7.4.1.3: Consider relocating the shared
pedestrian / cycling path crossing point further to the north away
from Joe Joseph Drive to minimise the conflict with traffic turning
at the intersection.
B
Recommendation 7.4.1.4: Investigate funding options to
implement a mass action project to upgrade the design and
construction standard of the shared path (including pram
ramps). Where funding is limited, prioritise accordingly.
B
Recommendation 7.4.1.5: Identify whether Blain Drive forms
part of the Principal Cycle Network for Fitzroy Region. Where
the road does form part of the network, investigate funding
options for marking dedicated bicycle lanes where existing
pavement width will accommodate. Furthermore, ensure future
upgrade projects consider the need to accommodate on-road
cycle lanes. Where funding is limited, prioritise accordingly.
C
7.4 Pedestrian Access
7.4.1
•
the design and construction standard of the path appeared inconsistent,
and sub-standard at some locations (for example, the path width)
•
where provided, some pram ramps appeared sub-standard (for
example, the orientation of the new pram crossings at Boowan Court)
•
limited signing was installed on the shared path on approaches to the
crossing point on Blain Drive (at Joe Joseph Drive intersection)
•
inadequate signing was installed on Blain Drive to warn motorists of the
potential conflict on either approach to the shared path crossing
•
the crossing point on Blain Drive was located at Joe Joseph Drive
intersection. The path leads pedestrians / cyclists to a conflict point
where vehicles are also making turning manoeuvres. The close
proximity of the crossing to the intersection appears to increase the
safety risk
•
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Pedestrian and cyclists waiting (on the eastern side of the road) to cross
Blain Drive, at Joe Joseph Drive intersection, maybe at risk of being
struck by southbound through traffic passing vehicles slowing or
propping to turn right into Joe Joseph Drive .
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.4.1
Cont’d.
Photograph 21: View looking south along Blain Drive at the shared path
crossing point opposite Joe Joseph Drive intersection.
Photograph 22: View looking north-west across Blain Drive from the shared
path crossing point. Signing and pavement markings were lacking. The loose
gravel material across the path was also a hazard for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.4.1
Cont’d.
Photograph 23: View looking north along Blain Drive beyond the crossing point.
The shared path was narrow and partially overgrown by grass.
Photograph 24: View looking north along Blain Drive at the narrow shared path
crossing over Auckland Creek bridge.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.4.1
Cont’d.
Photograph 25: Example of a sub-standard pram ramp on the western side of
Blain Drive at the access to the Mangrove Boardwalk.
Photograph 26: View looking north along Blain Drive across Boowan Court
intersection. The newly constructed pram ramps did not appear to be correctly
orientated.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.4.1
Cont’d.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
There was an active control railway level crossing located on Blain Drive
approximately 300m north of the intersection with Dawson Highway. The RX-5
Railway Crossing Flashing Signal Assembly was installed on both sides of the
road facing both directions of approaching traffic. Boom barriers were installed to
supplement the RX-5 assemblies. Issues observed with the railway level
crossing included:
Recommendation 7.5.1.1: Review Part 7/2.3 of the MUTCD to
confirm the current requirements for signing an active control
railway level crossing. Upgrade / replace signing accordingly.
A
Recommendation 7.5.1.2: Replace the existing Railway
Crossing Flashing Signals Ahead (W7-4) warning signs on both
approaches to the crossing. As a minimum, ensure ‘B’ size
signs are installed. Furthermore, ensure the lateral and
longitudinal placement and the clearance height to the signs
complies with current MUTCD requirements.
A
Recommendation 7.5.1.3: Repaint all line and pavement
markings associated with the railway crossing. Ensure all
markings comply with current MUTCD requirements (also refer
Recommendation 7.5.1.4)
A
Recommendation 7.5.1.4: Consider installing ‘Box Markings’
on the road pavement crossing the tracks in accordance with
Part 7/3.6 of the MUTCD. Where ‘Box Markings’ are adopted,
ensure signage us upgraded with Keep Tracks Clear (G9-67-2).
A
Recommendation 7.5.1.5: Consider funding options / sources
to construct a dedicated pedestrian / cycle path across the
railway tracks. Where approved, ensure the design of any such
path complies with Part 7, Section 6 of the MUTCD. Where
funding is limited, prioritise accordingly.
B
inspections and maintenance of signing, line marking and
delineation devices associated with the railway crossing as
required.
B
7.5 Railway Crossing
7.5.1
•
static signing was generally faded and/or in a deteriorating condition
•
inconsistent sign face reflectivity (i.e. mix of Class 1 and Class 2 sign
face material)
•
some pavement markings in very poor condition
•
sight observations identified southbound traffic queues back from the
intersection with Dawson Highway, in relatively close proximity to the
crossing. ‘Box Markings’ across the pavement should be installed as a
precaution to discourage queuing over the railway crossing in extreme
traffic circumstances
•
a dedicated path was not provided to allow safe passage for pedestrians
or cyclists crossing the tracks. Under the existing layout, pedestrian and
cyclists would be required to use the traffic lanes.
Collisions associated with railway crossings generally result in high severity
injuries. It is essential associated signing, line marking and delineation devices
are installed in accordance with MUTCD requirements, and maintain to a high
standard to maximise the safety benefit for road users.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.5.1
Cont’d.
Photograph 27: View looking north along Blain Drive on approach to the active
control railway level crossing.
Photograph 28: View looking north along Blain Drive on approach to the active
control railway level crossing. The pavement marking was in poor condition.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.5.1
Cont’d.
Photograph 29: View looking south along Blain Drive on approach to the active
control railway level crossing.
Photograph 30: View looking south along Blain Drive at the RX-5 assembly.
The existing signs were faded and constructed from different reflective materials.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.6 Street Lighting
7.6.1
B
A night inspection was undertaken on Tuesday 22 May 2012 to assess street
Recommendation 7.6.1.1: Consider undertaking a detailed
lighting and delineation. The assessment of delineation is discussed in Item 7.3.
street lighting review to identify street lighting deficiencies within
the audit site (particularly in the vicinity of intersections). Where
The issues observed with the existing street lighting included:
•
deficiencies are identified, determine appropriate actions to
inconsistent level of luminance throughout the segments of road lit. It
appeared the existing street lights had been installed at different stages
to coincide with roadside development and/or intersection
•
upgrading of street lighting complies with current standards.
Where funding is limited, consider a stage implementation
prioritise accordingly.
construction/upgrades
•
rectify and develop an implementation program. Ensure any
the level of luminance at some locations appeared inadequate, resulting
Recommendation 7.6.1.2: Consider upgrading street lighting
in ‘black spots’ between light poles
at Palm Drive intersection as part of any future intersection
Blain Drive and Palm Drive intersection was channelised with concrete
upgrade. Ensure the design and extent of lighting complies with
islands/medians to define the traffic lanes. As concrete islands/medians
current standards.
B
are a potential hazard for motorists, particularly in poor light conditions,
•
street lighting is generally provided. Flag lighting was installed at the
Recommendation 7.6.1.3: Consider installing street lighting at
Blain Drive and Palm Drive intersection, however the extent of lighting
Joe Joseph Drive intersection as part of any future intersection
was inadequate to clearly illuminate the layout of the intersection and
upgrade. Ensure the design and extent of lighting complies with
the location of the concrete islands.
current standards.
B
Flag lighting was installed on Blain Drive opposite the access to the
Palm Drive Junior Sporting Complex at Chainage 0.4km. The extent of
lighting did not adequately illuminate the layout of the turning lanes into
the complex.
•
No form of street lighting was provided at Joe Joseph Drive intersection.
The location of the intersection was difficult to identify in unlit conditions.
Furthermore, the pedestrian / cyclist shared path crossed Blain Drive at
Joe Joseph Drive intersection.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.7 Intersections
7.7.1
Joe Joseph Drive intersection was configured as an ‘AUL’ layout, with a left turn
auxiliary lane provide for northbound traffic on Blain Drive. No form of pavement
widening was provided on the southbound lane to allow through traffic to pass
motorists slowing or propping to turn right into Joe Joseph Drive. Tyre tracks and
the condition of the unsealed shoulder suggests through traffic regularly tracks
off to the left side. As discussed in Item 7.4.1, there is a potential conflict
between through traffic and pedestrians / cyclists waiting to cross Blain Drive
from the shared path facility. To improve safety and efficiency at the intersection,
the audit team suggest the following actions:
•
provide pavement widening on the southbound lane to separate rightturn and through traffic
•
install street lighting (refer Item 7.6.1)
•
relocate the shared path crossing further to the north (refer Item 7.4.1)
Recommendation 7.7.1.1: Consider an upgrade project for
B
Joe Joseph Drive intersection that includes pavement widening
on the southbound lane to separate right-turn and through
traffic. Consider in conjunction with Recommendation 7.4.1.1
and 7.6.1.1). Where funding is limited, prioritise accordingly.
Photograph 31: View looking south along Blain Drive towards Joe Joseph Drive
intersection (on the right)
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Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
Recommendation 7.8.1.1: Consider developing a mass action
‘hazard reduction’ program for the audit site. Undertake a
detailed site inspection to confirm the location and
characteristics of all hazards. Furthermore, consider using
TMR’s ‘RISC’ program to assess treatment options, and
prioritise sites based on Benefit Cost Ratio (BCR). Where
funding is limited, prioritise accordingly and consider a staged
implementation concentrating on the sites with the highest BCR
first.
B
Recommendation 7.8.1.2: Where upgrading of the safety
barrier at Auckland Creek bridge is approved, ensure the
following elements are considered during the design phase:
A
7.8 Roadside Hazards
7.8.1
The type of roadside hazards observed within the audit site included:
•
numerous electricity poles located on the edge of the sealed pavement
•
a large tree located behind the kerb and channel at Chainage 0.025km
•
a drop-off over a retaining wall surrounding a Telstra pit at Chainage
0.025km
•
high drop-off over culvert structure
•
steep (non-traversable) fill embankment along the western side of Blain
Drive, between Chainage 0.5km and Joe Joseph Drive intersection
•
large diameter non-frangible guide sign posts (refer Item 7.1.5)
•
existing guardrail at Auckland Creek bridge (north of Joe Joseph Drive) damaged, missing bolts and nuts, too short to shield the roadside
hazard, and superseded end terminal treatments.
As a minimum treatment, the audit team recommend installing REGPs to
delineate the culvert drop-off and the steep fill embankment (action as part of
Recommendation 7.3.1.1). The removal, relocation or shielding of other hazards
could be undertaken as part of a staged ‘hazard reduction’ program for the audit
site. Implementing such a program should be undertaken with a view to
minimising the occurrence of a roadside collision and resulting trauma.
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•
the length of barrier adequately shields the roadside
hazard
•
the selection of a suitable end terminal considers the
movement of pedestrians and cyclists immediately
behind the barrier on the western side of Blain Drive
(i.e. consider suitability of ET-2000 or FLEAT-350 end
terminals)
•
the safety barrier is adequately delineated with
reflectors
•
where the shared path runs parallel to the rear of the
barrier system (on the western side of Blain Drive),
treat the rear of the ‘w-beam’ posts to minimise the
‘snagging’ risk.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.8.1
Cont’d.
Photograph 32: View of large tree and retaining wall drop-off on the western
side of Blain Drive at Chainage 0.025km
.
Photograph 33: View of large tree and retaining wall drop-off on the western
side of Blain Drive at Chainage 0.025km
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Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.8.1
Cont’d.
Photograph 34: View of drop-off over culvert structure on the eastern side of
Blain Drive at Chainage 0.375km (just south of railway crossing).
.
Photograph 35: View of steep (partially non-traversable) fill embankment along
the western side of Blain Drive.
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Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.8.1
Cont’d.
Photograph 36: View looking north along Blain Drive at a guide sign with nonfrangible posts located on approach to Port Curtis Way / Hanson Road.
.
Photograph 37: View of existing guardrail on the south-west corner of Auckland
Creek bridge. The shared pedestrian / cycle is located immediately behind.
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Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.8.1
Cont’d.
Photograph 38: View of existing guardrail on the north-east corner of Auckland
Creek bridge. The length of guardrail is too short, and should shield the pole.
.
Photograph 39: View of existing guardrail on the north-west corner of Auckland
Creek bridge. The length of guardrail is too short to shield the roadside hazard.
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Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.9 Pavement
7.9.1
As a general comment, the sealed pavement throughout the audit site was in
Recommendation 7.9.1.1: Undertake a detailed pavement
reasonable condition. While the traffic lanes appeared to provide adequate width
inspection throughout the audit site to assess the identified
for motor vehicles, the shoulders were typically narrow and unsealed. The
maintenance issues and determine an appropriate course of
majority of the road did not provide adequate width for on-road cycling (refer
action to rectify. Ensure the sites are included in a prioritised
Item 7.4).
program for maintenance works. Monitor the rate of further
B
deterioration to determine the need and timeframe for corrective
Issues identified with the pavement throughout the audit site included:
action.
•
numerous minor failures / cracking
•
sections of pavement that were smooth under foot (i.e. limited texture)
for Blain Drive considers the need for an improved standard of
•
rough surface conditions
pavement. Furthermore, consider widening and sealing
•
minor rutting in the wheel paths
•
fatty material on the road surfaces
•
Recommendation 7.9.1.2: Ensure any future upgrade project
shoulders (where applicable).
B
loose gravel material on the sealed pavement (particularly near
inspections and maintenance of the pavement as required.
intersections)
•
B
drop-offs from sealed pavement to unsealed shoulders, and excessive
loose material on the unsealed shoulder.
One or a combination of the observed pavement conditions can affect vehicle
controllability, particularly in wet conditions. This is an important safety issue to
avoid, particularly on highly-trafficked roads such as Blain Drive.
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Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.9.1
Cont’d.
Photograph 40: Example of loose gravel material on the sealed pavement at
Palm Drive intersection. Loose material can affect vehicle traction.
Photograph 41: Example of loose gravel material on the sealed pavement at
Joe Joseph Drive intersection. Loose material can affect vehicle traction.
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Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.9.1
Cont’d.
Photograph 42: Example of pavement failure on Blain Drive, south of Boowan
court intersection.
Photograph 43: Example of aggregate stripping from the pavement surface
resulting in a rough surface (located just south of Joe Joseph Drive intersection).
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.9.1
Cont’d.
Photograph 44: View of the pavement surface lifting and breaking apart along
the joints on Auckland Creek bridge.
Photograph 45: Example of pavement failure on Blain Drive, between Garfield
Street and Bassett Street.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.9.1
Cont’d.
Photograph 46: Example of longitudinal cracking along the southbound lane on
Blain Drive, south of Boowan Court intersection.
Photograph 47: Example of pavement cracking along the southbound lane on
Blain Drive, south of Joe Joseph Drive intersection.
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Item No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.10 Roadside Parking
7.10.1
The majority of the road segment between Boowan Court and Port Curtis Way /
Recommendation 7.10.1.1: Consider formalising on-street
C
Hanson Road intersections was constructed with a 10m wide sealed pavement.
parking along the section of Blain Drive between Boowan Court
Most of the same segment was bound by concrete kerb and channel. A single
and Port Curtis Way / Hanson Road intersections. Where
dividing line was marked along the centre of the road section. The western side
supported, investigate options including moving the centre
of the road was developed with light industry. The eastern side of the road was
dividing line further to the eastern side of the road and marking
undeveloped.
a parking area along the western side of the road (to
accommodate on-street parking outside the existing industrial
The audit team noted industry workers generally parked on the wide verge area
developments). The installation of ‘No Stopping’ signing and
outside their work premises (on the western side of the road), instead of on-
yellow edge lining along the eastern side of the road is also
street. Under the current arrangement, on-street parking on both sides of Blain
recommended in this scenario. Where funding is limited to
Drive could result in narrow through lanes.
implement, prioritise accordingly.
The current parking arrangement could be hazardous for pedestrians as they
interact with vehicles moving on and off the verge. Furthermore, parked vehicles
on the verge could obstruct sight lines between pedestrians and traffic entering /
exiting roadside properties.
To improve safety for vehicular and pedestrian traffic, the audit team suggest
options to formally mark on-street parking be investigated and further
considered. One option could involve moving the centre dividing line further to
the eastern side of the road and marking a parking area along the western side
of the road (to accommodate on-street parking outside the existing industrial
developments). The installation of ‘No Stopping’ signing and yellow edge lining
along the eastern side of the road is also recommended in this scenario.
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Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Priority
7.10.1
Cont’d.
Photograph 48: View looking north along Blain Drive from Garfield Street
intersection.
Photograph 49: View looking south along Blain Drive from the northern end of
the audit site at Port Curtis Way / Hanson Road roundabout.
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Table 5: Summary of Findings
Item
Audit Findings
No.
7.1.1
Suggested Action
The two northbound departure lanes from the
Recommendation 7.1.1.1: Review
Dawson Highway roundabout merged into one on
Part 2/4.7.2 of the MUTCD to
Blain Drive approximately 150m from the
confirm the application of signing
intersection. The existing Form 1 Lane (G9-15)
and linemarkings where there is a
sign installed on approach to the merge was in
reduction in the number of lanes.
poor condition. No additional merge signing was
Remove the existing Form 1 Lane
installed at the merge point. To maximise safe
(G9-15) sign. Install Left Lane Ends
and efficient traffic flow, it is important signing and
(W4-9B) / Merge Right (W8-15B)
linemarkings at merge points are clear and
and Merge Right (G9-73) signs as
concise, and maintained to a high standard so
per Figure 4.16(b), Part 2 of the
they are visible in all weather and lighting
MUTCD.
Action
Priority
Agreed Action / Comments
Action
Officer
A
conditions. Part 2/4.7.2 of the MUTCD outlines
the application of signing and linemarkings where
there is a reduction in the number of lanes. Given
the lane reduction occurs through a horizontal
curve, the audit team suggest the site be signed
as a ‘lane change’ as illustrated in Figure 4.16(b),
Part 2 of the MUTCD. The auditors also suggest
linemarkings should be repainted (refer
Recommendation 7.2.1.1).
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Item
Audit Findings
No.
7.1.2
Suggested Action
There was a Sight Board installed on the western
Recommendation 7.1.2.1:
side of Blain Drive, opposite the termination of
Remove the existing Sight Board
Palm Drive. The sign was in poor condition and
and posts. Install 2 x Unidirectional
there were an excessive number of posts. To
Hazard Markers (D4-1-1A) end-to-
minimise the potential severity of injuries to
end, as per Part 2/2.11.2 of the
occupants of errant vehicles, it is important sign
MUTCD. Install each sign on 2 x
structures are designed to be frangible. Section 8
50mm NB posts.
Action
Priority
Action
Officer
A
of Queensland Transport and Main Roads’ Design
Guide for Roadside Signs recommends post
spacing of less than 1500mm should be avoided
(where practical) due to the increased likelihood
of a collision with two posts.
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Item
Audit Findings
No.
7.1.3
Joe Joseph Drive intersected with Blain Drive at
approximate Chainage 1.1km. Signing issues
observed at the intersection included:
•
Side Road Junction (W2-4) signs were
installed on both approaches to the
intersection. As there were clear sight lines on
approach and departing the intersection, the
warning signs did not appear to be warranted.
Furthermore, the warning sign facing
southbound traffic was incorrectly orientated,
showing the intersection was on the left side
instead of the right side of the road. It is
important the installation of signs is limited to
those that provide essential traffic information.
•
The existing Street Name Sign (G5-1)
appeared too small for the speed environment
(see Recommendation 7.1.6.2).
•
There was a double sided Gladstone Waste
Management Centre service sign installed on
the eastern side of the road, opposite Joe
Joseph Drive. The sign was located close to
the edge of the traffic lane. It obstructed clear
passage for southbound through traffic to
pass vehicles slowing or propping to turn
right. Furthermore the sign posts were a rigid
construction and it was unclear whether the
structure would be frangible if struck by an
errant vehicle. The audit team consider
advance signs on either approach would be
more effective in guiding traffic to the waste
facility.
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Action
Priority
Remove the Side Road Junction
(W2-4) signs and posts on Blain
Drive on both approaches to Joe
Joseph Drive intersection.
A
Remove the double sided
Gladstone Waste Management
Centre service sign and posts
installed on the eastern side of
Blain Drive, opposite Joe Joseph
Drive. Install new advance service
signs and posts on Blain Drive on
both approaches to the intersection.
A
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Item
Audit Findings
No.
7.1.4
Suggested Action
There was a large diagrammatic guide sign
installed on the eastern side of Blain
the sign structure to ensure it
Drive, on the southbound approach to the
complies with current design
roundabout at Dawson Highway. The sign was
standards. Investigate suitable
installed on a frangible slip-base structure.
options for raising the sign face
However, the sign face was installed too low and
above the fuse plates, ensuring
covered the fuse plate. The positioning of the sign
minimum clearance heights are
face could prevent the breakaway posts from
achieved as per TMR Standard
functioning if struck by an errant vehicle.
Drawing No.1363. Where funding is
Action
Priority
Action
Officer
A
limited, prioritise accordingly.
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Item
Audit Findings
No.
7.1.5
Suggested Action
There was a large diagrammatic guide sign
installed on the western side of Blain
Consider removing the existing sign
Drive, on the northbound approach to the
and structure, and installing a new
roundabout at Port Curtis Way / Hanson Road
sign on frangible posts. Where
intersection. The sign face was in a deteriorated
funding is limited, prioritise
condition and installed on three large diameter
accordingly.
Action
Priority
Action
Officer
A
non-frangible posts. The sign structure could be a
hazard for occupants of errant vehicles.
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Item
Audit Findings
No.
7.1.6
Suggested Action
As a general comment, there were a number of
issues identified with existing road traffic signing
Consider implementing a mass
throughout the audit site. The types of issues
action program to review and
observed included:
upgrade all road traffic signing
•
•
•
•
poor condition (faded and/or damaged,
throughout the audit site. Review
difficult to see during night audit)
warrants for retaining existing signs
incorrect sign size (i.e. too small, ‘A’ size
and identify the need for any
instead of ‘B’ size warning sign)
additional signing. Ensure the
inconsistent sign face reflectivity (i.e. mix
application, design, size and
of Class 1 and Class 2 material)
placement (lateral and longitudinal
existing Street Name Signs (G5-1) were
position and spacing) of signs
typically too small and difficult to read on
complies with current minimum
approach. Figure 2.1, Part 5 of the
standards outlined in the MUTCD.
MUTCD, illustrates the option of using a
Furthermore, ensure all sign face
130mm high font on a standard 200mm
material complies with TMR’s
high blade. To make these type of signs
TRUM Note 1.2 - Selection of
more conspicuous and easy to read while
Retroreflective Material. Where
travelling at the posted speed limit, the
funding is limited, prioritise
audit team suggest the 130mm high font /
accordingly and consider a stage
200mm high blade is adopted by Council
implementation.
Action
Priority
Action
Officer
A
as the standard minimum practice (where
applicable)
B
Consider adopting a 130mm high
Clear, concise and consistent signing that is
font on a standard 200mm high
visible in all lighting and weather conditions is
blade for all Street Name Signs
instrumental in achieving safe and efficient traffic
(G5-1) on Council roads (where
flow. It is important road traffic signs are regularly
applicable), as per
inspected and upgraded/maintained to a high
Figure 2.1, Part 5 of the MUTCD.
standard.
Upgrade all Street Name Signs on
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Item
No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Action
Priority
Action
Officer
Blain Drive. Implement Street
Name Sign upgrades on other
Council roads as required and/or
where funding becomes available.
A
Council’s current maintenance
arrangement with a view to
ensuring routine inspections and
maintenance of road traffic signs as
required.
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Item
Suggested Action
As a general comment, the application of line and
pavement markings was inconsistent throughout
the audit site. The issues observed during the site
inspections included:
Consider a mass action project to
repaint all line and pavement
markings along Blain Drive, and at
intersecting roads. Review Part 2 of
the MUTCD to confirm the correct
application of markings throughout
the audit site and adjoining
intersections. Where existing
markings require permanent
removal, investigate options to
ensure effective eradication. At
locations where line markings
experience wear from high traffic
movements, consider using a
thermoplastic application.
A
maintenance of line and pavement
markings as required.
B
No.
7.2.1
Action
Audit Findings
•
holding lines and pavement arrows at some
intersections were faded / worn and difficult to
identify, particularly during the night audit
•
centre line and edge line markings at various
locations were faded / worn and difficult to
identify, particularly during the night audit
•
chevron pavement markings on approach and
between some traffic islands were faded
•
some old linemarkings had not been
adequately eradicated and were still visible in
the vicinity of new markings. As a result visual
cues could confuse motorists (particularly in
poor light or weather conditions)
•
pavement arrows were not installed on the left
turn deceleration lane at Joe Joseph Drive
•
Give Way line markings were not installed at
Bassett Street to supplement the existing
Give Way sign
•
inconsistent application of single-barrier and
double-barrier centre line markings in the
vicinity of Boowan Court.
Priority
Action
Officer
Line and pavement markings provide important
regulatory control and guidance for motorists. It is
essential all line and pavement markings are
installed in a consistent manner and comply with
relevant sections of the MUTCD. As important, is
the need to regularly inspect and repaint/maintain
markings as required.
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Item
Audit Findings
No.
7.3.1
Suggested Action
Road Edge Guide Posts (REGPs) and
Retroreflective Raised Pavement Markers
(RRPMs) were installed throughout the audit site
action project to review and
to delineate the formation width and upcoming
upgrade REGPs throughout the
alignment. The overall application was generally
audit site. Ensure guide posts are
sub-standard, particularly noticeable during the
installed in pairs, and that their
night audit. Issues observed with existing
lateral and longitudinal placement is
delineation devices included:
correct. REGPs should be installed
•
REGPs - damaged, missing, in poor
condition, not installed in pairs,
•
•
Action
Priority
Action
Officer
A
in accordance with Part 2/4.2.4 of
the MUTCD.
guardrail reflectors damaged, missing or
in poor condition
Conduct a detailed site inspection
RRPMs - damaged, missing, inconsistent
of the existing guardrail and bridge
colour combinations
rail at Auckland Creek (just north of
A
Joe Joseph Drive intersection) to
REGPs, reflectors and RRPMs are essential for
identify damaged or missing
safe guidance where the road alignment and/or
reflectors. Arrange the
roadside hazards pose a safety risk for motorists.
installation/replacement of
These devices should be installed in accordance
reflectors to comply with current
with MUTCD guidelines and maintained to a high
standards as required.
standard. To improve safety, the audit team
suggest a mass action project to upgrade REGPs,
reflectors and RRPMs throughout the audit site.
A
action project to review and
upgrade the application of RRPMs
throughout the audit site. Ensure
damaged or missing RRPMs are
replaced. Where funding permits,
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Item
No.
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
Action
Priority
Action
Officer
review and upgrade the colour
coding of devices to reflect current
MUTCD standards (for example,
the use of yellow RRPMs on
painted median islands). RRPMs
should be installed in accordance
with Part 2/5.6.5 of the MUTCD.
B
maintenance of delineation devices
as required.
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Item
Audit Findings
No.
7.4.1
Suggested Action
On-road bicycle lanes were not provided along
Blain Drive. A shared pedestrian / cycle path was
Part 9 of the MUTCD to identify the
constructed along the eastern side of Blain Drive,
minimum level of signing and
between Chainage 0.5km (access to sports field)
pavement markings that should be
and Joe Joseph Drive, and, the western side of
provided along shared pedestrian /
Blain Drive, between Joe Joseph Drive and
cycling paths. Implement a scheme
Garfield Street. The shared path formed part of a
to upgrade signing and pavement
larger network. Issues observed with the shared
markings along the segment of
facility included:
shared path that falls within the
•
the design and construction standard of
the path appeared inconsistent, and substandard at some locations (for example,
the path width)
•
•
Action
Priority
Action
Officer
A
audit site. Where funding is limited,
A
Part 9 of the MUTCD to identify the
where provided, some pram ramps
minimum level of signing that
appeared sub-standard (for example, the
should be provided on roads
orientation of the new pram crossings at
approaching a conflict point with a
Boowan Court)
shared pedestrian / cycling path.
limited signing was installed on the
Implement a scheme to upgrade
shared path on approaches to the
signing accordingly.
crossing point on Blain Drive (at Joe
Joseph Drive intersection)
•
inadequate signing was installed on Blain
Drive to warn motorists of the potential
conflict on either approach to the shared
path crossing
•
the crossing point on Blain Drive was
B
Consider relocating the shared
pedestrian / cycling path crossing
point further to the north away from
Joe Joseph Drive to minimise the
conflict with traffic turning at the
intersection.
located at Joe Joseph Drive intersection.
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Item
Audit Findings
No.
•
Suggested Action
The path leads pedestrians / cyclists to a
conflict point where vehicles are also
Investigate funding options to
making turning manoeuvres. The close
implement a mass action project to
proximity of the crossing to the
upgrade the design and
intersection appears to increase the
construction standard of the shared
safety risk
path (including pram ramps).
Pedestrian and cyclists waiting (on the
eastern side of the road) to cross Blain
Drive, at Joe Joseph Drive intersection,
maybe at risk of being struck by
southbound through traffic passing
vehicles slowing or propping to turn right
into Joe Joseph Drive .
Action
Priority
Action
Officer
B
Where funding is limited, prioritise
accordingly.
Recommendation 7.4.1.5: Identify
C
whether Blain Drive forms part of
the Principal Cycle Network for
Fitzroy Region. Where the road
does form part of the network,
investigate funding options for
marking dedicated bicycle lanes
where existing pavement width will
accommodate. Furthermore,
ensure future upgrade projects
consider the need to accommodate
on-road cycle lanes. Where funding
is limited, prioritise accordingly.
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Item
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
There was an active control railway level crossing
located on Blain Drive approximately 300m north
Part 7/2.3 of the MUTCD to confirm
of the intersection with Dawson Highway. The RX-
the current requirements for signing
5 Railway Crossing Flashing Signal Assembly
an active control railway level
was installed on both sides of the road facing both
crossing. Upgrade / replace signing
directions of approaching traffic. Boom barriers
accordingly.
No.
7.5.1
Action
Priority
Action
Officer
A
were installed to supplement the RX-5
assemblies. Issues observed with the railway
level crossing included:
Replace the existing Railway
•
static signing was generally faded and/or
in a deteriorating condition
•
inconsistent sign face reflectivity (i.e. mix
of Class 1 and Class 2 sign face material)
•
•
A
Crossing Flashing Signals Ahead
(W7-4) warning signs on both
approaches to the crossing. As a
minimum, ensure ‘B’ size signs are
installed. Furthermore, ensure the
some pavement markings in very poor
lateral and longitudinal placement
condition
and the clearance height to the
sight observations identified southbound
signs complies with current MUTCD
traffic queues back from the intersection
requirements.
with Dawson Highway, in relatively close
•
proximity to the crossing. ‘Box Markings’
Recommendation 7.5.1.3: Repaint
across the pavement should be installed
all line and pavement markings
as a precaution to discourage queuing
associated with the railway
over the railway crossing in extreme
crossing. Ensure all markings
traffic circumstances
comply with current MUTCD
a dedicated path was not provided to
requirements (also refer
allow safe passage for pedestrians or
A
Recommendation 7.5.1.4)
cyclists crossing the tracks. Under the
existing layout, pedestrian and cyclists
would be required to use the traffic lanes.
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Item
Audit Findings
No.
Suggested Action
Collisions associated with railway crossings
generally result in high severity injuries. It is
Consider installing ‘Box Markings’
essential associated signing, line marking and
on the road pavement crossing the
delineation devices are installed in accordance
tracks in accordance with Part 7/3.6
with MUTCD requirements, and maintain to a high
of the MUTCD. Where ‘Box
standard to maximise the safety benefit for road
Markings’ are adopted, ensure
users.
signage us upgraded with Keep
Action
Priority
Action
Officer
A
Tracks Clear (G9-67-2).
B
Consider funding options / sources
to construct a dedicated pedestrian
/ cycle path across the railway
tracks. Where approved, ensure the
design of any such path complies
with Part 7, Section 6 of the
MUTCD. Where funding is limited,
B
maintenance of signing, line
marking and delineation devices
associated with the railway crossing
as required.
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Item
Audit Findings
No.
7.6.1
Suggested Action
A night inspection was undertaken on Tuesday 22
May 2012 to assess street lighting and
Consider undertaking a detailed
delineation. The assessment of delineation is
street lighting review to identify
discussed in Item 7.3.
street lighting deficiencies within
Action
Priority
Action
Officer
B
the audit site (particularly in the
The issues observed with the existing street
vicinity of intersections). Where
lighting included:
deficiencies are identified,
•
determine appropriate actions to
inconsistent level of luminance throughout the
segments of road lit. It appeared the existing
street lights had been installed at different
stages to coincide with roadside development
and/or intersection construction/upgrades
•
rectify and develop an
implementation program. Ensure
any upgrading of street lighting
complies with current standards.
Where funding is limited, consider a
the level of luminance at some locations
stage implementation prioritise
appeared inadequate, resulting in ‘black
accordingly.
spots’ between light poles
•
Blain Drive and Palm Drive intersection was
channelised with concrete islands/medians to
Consider upgrading street lighting
define the traffic lanes. As concrete
at Palm Drive intersection as part of
islands/medians are a potential hazard for
any future intersection upgrade.
motorists, particularly in poor light conditions,
Ensure the design and extent of
street lighting is generally provided. Flag
lighting complies with current
lighting was installed at the Blain Drive and
standards.
B
Palm Drive intersection, however the extent of
•
lighting was inadequate to clearly illuminate
the layout of the intersection and the location
Consider installing street lighting at
of the concrete islands.
Joe Joseph Drive intersection as
Flag lighting was installed on Blain Drive
opposite the access to the Palm Drive Junior
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B
part of any future intersection
upgrade. Ensure the design and
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Item
Audit Findings
No.
Suggested Action
Sporting Complex at Chainage 0.4km. The
extent of lighting complies with
extent of lighting did not adequately illuminate
current standards.
Action
Priority
Action
Officer
the layout of the turning lanes into the
complex.
•
No form of street lighting was provided at Joe
Joseph Drive intersection. The location of the
intersection was difficult to identify in unlit
conditions. Furthermore, the pedestrian /
cyclist shared path crossed Blain Drive at Joe
Joseph Drive intersection.
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Item
Audit Findings
No.
7.7.1
Suggested Action
Joe Joseph Drive intersection was configured as
an ‘AUL’ layout, with a left turn auxiliary lane
Consider an upgrade project for
provide for northbound traffic on Blain Drive. No
Joe Joseph Drive intersection that
form of pavement widening was provided on the
includes pavement widening on the
southbound lane to allow through traffic to pass
southbound lane to separate right-
motorists slowing or propping to turn right into Joe
turn and through traffic. Consider
Joseph Drive. Tyre tracks and the condition of the
in conjunction with
unsealed shoulder suggests through traffic
Recommendation 7.4.1.1 and
regularly tracks off to the left side. As discussed in
7.6.1.1). Where funding is limited,
Item 7.4.1, there is a potential conflict between
Action
Priority
Action
Officer
B
through traffic and pedestrians / cyclists waiting to
cross Blain Drive from the shared path facility.
To improve safety and efficiency at the
intersection, the audit team suggest the following
actions:
•
provide pavement widening on the
southbound lane to separate right-turn
and through traffic
•
install street lighting (refer Item 7.6.1)
•
relocate the shared path crossing further
to the north (refer Item 7.4.1)
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Item
Audit Findings
No.
7.8.1
Suggested Action
The type of roadside hazards observed within the
audit site included:
Consider developing a mass action
•
numerous electricity poles located on the
edge of the sealed pavement
•
•
Action
Priority
Action
Officer
B
‘hazard reduction’ program for the
audit site. Undertake a detailed site
inspection to confirm the location
a large tree located behind the kerb and
and characteristics of all hazards.
channel at Chainage 0.025km
Furthermore, consider using TMR’s
a drop-off over a retaining wall
‘RISC’ program to assess treatment
surrounding a Telstra pit at Chainage
options, and prioritise sites based
0.025km
on BCR. Where funding is limited,
prioritise accordingly and consider
•
high drop-off over culvert structure
•
steep (non-traversable) fill embankment
concentrating on the sites with the
along the western side of Blain Drive,
highest BCR first.
a staged implementation
between Chainage 0.5km and Joe Joseph
Drive intersection
•
large diameter non-frangible guide sign
posts (refer Item 7.1.5)
•
Recommendation 7.8.1.2: Where
upgrading of the safety barrier at
Auckland Creek bridge is approved,
ensure the following elements are
existing guardrail at Auckland Creek
considered during the design
bridge (north of Joe Joseph Drive) -
phase:
damaged, missing bolts and nuts, too
short to shield the roadside hazard, and
•
the length of barrier adequately
shields the roadside hazard
superseded end terminal treatments.
•
the selection of a suitable end
As a minimum treatment, the audit team
terminal considers the
recommend installing REGPs to delineate the
movement of pedestrians and
culvert drop-off and the steep fill embankment
cyclists immediately behind the
(action as part of Recommendation 7.3.1.1). The
barrier on the western side of
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Item
Audit Findings
No.
Suggested Action
removal, relocation or shielding of other hazards
Blain Drive (i.e. consider
could be undertaken as part of a staged ‘hazard
suitability of ET-2000 or
reduction’ program for the audit site.
FLEAT-350 end terminals)
Implementing such a program should be
undertaken with a view to minimising the
occurrence of a roadside collision and resulting
trauma.
•
Action
Priority
Action
Officer
the safety barrier is adequately
delineated with reflectors
•
where the shared path runs
parallel to the rear of the barrier
system (on the western side of
Blain Drive), treat the rear of
the ‘w-beam’ posts to minimise
the ‘snagging’ risk.
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Item
Suggested Action
As a general comment, the sealed pavement
throughout the audit site was in reasonable
condition. While the traffic lanes appeared to
provide adequate width for motor vehicles, the
shoulders were typically narrow and unsealed.
The majority of the road did not provide adequate
width for on-road cycling (refer Item 7.4).
Undertake a detailed pavement
inspection throughout the audit site
to assess the identified
maintenance issues and determine
an appropriate course of action to
rectify. Ensure the sites are
included in a prioritised program for
maintenance works. Monitor the
rate of further deterioration to
determine the need and timeframe
for corrective action.
B
Recommendation 7.9.1.2: Ensure
any future upgrade project for Blain
Drive considers the need for an
improved standard of pavement.
Furthermore, consider widening
and sealing shoulders (where
applicable).
B
maintenance of the pavement as
required.
B
No.
7.9.1
Action
Audit Findings
Issues identified with the pavement throughout
the audit site included:
•
numerous minor failures / cracking
•
sections of pavement that were smooth
under foot (i.e. limited texture)
•
rough surface conditions
•
minor rutting in the wheel paths
•
fatty material on the road surfaces
•
loose gravel material on the sealed
pavement (particularly near intersections)
•
drop-offs from sealed pavement to
unsealed shoulders, and excessive loose
material on the unsealed shoulder.
One or a combination of the observed pavement
conditions can affect vehicle controllability,
particularly in wet conditions. This is an important
safety issue to avoid, particularly on highlytrafficked roads such as Blain Drive.
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Priority
Action
Officer
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Item
Audit Findings
Suggested Action
The majority of the road segment between
Boowan Court and Port Curtis Way / Hanson
Road intersections was constructed with a 10m
wide sealed pavement. Most of the same
segment was bound by concrete kerb and
channel. A single dividing line was marked along
the centre of the road section. The western side of
the road was developed with light industry. The
eastern side of the road was undeveloped. The
audit team noted industry workers generally
parked on the wide verge area outside their work
premises (on the western side of the road),
instead of on-street. Under the current
arrangement, on-street parking on both sides of
Blain Drive could result in narrow through lanes.
The current parking arrangement could be
hazardous for pedestrians as they interact with
vehicles moving on and off the verge.
Furthermore, parked vehicles on the verge could
obstruct sight lines between pedestrians and
traffic entering / exiting roadside properties. To
improve safety for vehicular and pedestrian traffic,
the audit team suggest options to formally mark
on-street parking be investigated and further
considered. One option could involve moving the
centre dividing line further to the eastern side of
the road and marking a parking area along the
western side of the road (to accommodate onstreet parking outside the existing industrial
developments). The installation of ‘No Stopping’
signing and yellow edge lining along the eastern
side of the road is also recommended in this
scenario.
Consider formalising on-street
parking along the section of Blain
Drive between Boowan Court and
Port Curtis Way / Hanson Road
intersections. Where supported,
investigate options including
moving the centre dividing line
further to the eastern side of the
road and marking a parking area
along the western side of the road
(to accommodate on-street parking
outside the existing industrial
developments). The installation of
‘No Stopping’ signing and yellow
edge lining along the eastern side
of the road is also recommended in
this scenario. Where funding is
limited to implement, prioritise
accordingly.
No.
7.10.1
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Action
Priority
Action
Officer
C
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Appendix B – Traffic Data
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VirtWeeklyVehicle-14 Page 1
MetroCount Traffic Executive
Weekly Vehicle Counts (Virtual Week)
VirtWeeklyVehicle-14 -- English (ENA)
Datasets:
Site:
Direction:
Survey Duration:
Zone:
File:
Identifier:
Algorithm:
Data type:
Profile:
Filter time:
Included classes:
Speed range:
Direction:
Separation:
Name:
Scheme:
Units:
In profile:
[blain drive] between bassett an garfield
7 - North bound A>B, South bound B>A. Lane: 2
14:20 Thursday, 10 May 2012 => 10:21 Wednesday, 16 May 2012
blain drive-extra=16May2012.EC2 (Plus)
N0064M46 MC56-L5 [MC55] (c)Microcom 19Oct04
Factory default (v3.21 - 15275)
Axle sensors - Paired (Class/Speed/Count)
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
10 - 160 km/h.
North (bound)
All - (Headway)
Default Profile
Vehicle classification (AustRoads94)
Metric (meter, kilometer, m/s, km/h, kg, tonne)
Vehicles = 20323 / 38296 (53.07%)
VirtWeeklyVehicle-14
Site:
blain drive.2.0NS
Description:
between bassett an garfield
Filter time:
Scheme:
Filter:
Cls(1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ) Dir(N) Sp(10,160) Headway(>0)
Mon
Hour
0000-0100
0100-0200
0200-0300
0300-0400
0400-0500
0500-0600
0600-0700
0700-0800
0800-0900
0900-1000
1000-1100
1100-1200
1200-1300
1300-1400
1400-1500
1500-1600
1600-1700
1700-1800
1800-1900
1900-2000
2000-2100
2100-2200
2200-2300
2300-2400
Totals
0700-1900
0600-2200
0600-0000
0000-0000
AM Peak
PM Peak
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
Averages
1 - 5
1 - 7
|
9.0 |
15.5
13.7
7.0 |
15.0
13.5
6.0 |
11.5
10.7
16.0 |
34.8
32.0
20.0 |
20.3
21.3
44.0 |
82.8
75.3
119.0 | 190.3
173.2
52.0 | 177.0
143.3
57.0 | 201.0
160.5
127.0 | 195.5
172.8
108.0 | 164.5
156.5
136.0<| 203.3<
184.6<
152.0 | 252.7
219.4
148.0 | 222.7
204.8
173.0 | 228.3
228.0
149.0 | 382.3
324.7
194.0 | 475.3
383.2
217.0<| 519.0<
421.2<
167.0 | 378.5
318.0
82.0 |
99.8
95.3
42.0 |
53.8
51.3
40.0 |
35.8
38.0
17.0 |
22.5
22.7
15.0 |
23.5
24.7
|
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|
3314.0
3581.0
*
*
3372.0
2292.0
1680.0 | 3399.9
2917.0
3676.0
3974.0
*
*
3720.0
2638.0
1963.0 | 3779.4
3274.8
3728.0
4010.0
*
*
3767.0
2706.0
1995.0 | 3825.4
3322.1
3863.0
4207.0
*
*
3967.0
2884.0
2097.0 | 4005.2
3488.6
|
1100
0800
*
*
1100
1100
1100 |
215.0
217.0
*
*
216.0
177.0
136.0 |
|
1700
1600
*
*
1700
1400
1700 |
527.0
530.0
*
*
436.0
282.0
217.0 |
* - No data.
6.0
8.0
10.0
10.0
14.0
87.0
192.0
165.0
202.0
206.0
184.0
215.0<
233.0
180.0
236.0
340.0
471.0
527.0<
355.0
93.0
52.0
25.0
26.0
26.0
25.0
19.0
6.0
40.0
23.0
84.0
187.0
187.0
217.0<
185.0
205.0
179.0
252.0
235.0
264.0
394.0
530.0<
525.0
408.0
107.0
60.0
39.0
22.0
14.0
15.0
12.0
12.0
44.0
25.0
79.0
199.0
183.0
210.0
192.0
68.0
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
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*
*
*
99.0
386.0
504.0
588.0
424.0
108.0
57.0
51.0
20.0
29.0
16.0
21.0
18.0
45.0
19.0
81.0
183.0
173.0
175.0
199.0
201.0
216.0<
273.0
253.0
314.0
409.0
396.0
436.0<
327.0
91.0
46.0
28.0
22.0
25.0
11.0
14.0
12.0
37.0
27.0
77.0
159.0
100.0
102.0
128.0
173.0
177.0<
187.0
208.0
282.0<
270.0
204.0
234.0
227.0
91.0
51.0
45.0
29.0
39.0
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Site:
Direction:
Survey Duration:
Zone:
File:
Identifier:
Algorithm:
Data type:
Profile:
Filter time:
Included classes:
Speed range:
Direction:
Separation:
Name:
Scheme:
Units:
In profile:
[blain drive] between bassett an garfield
blain drive-extra=16May2012.EC2 (Plus)
N0064M46 MC56-L5 [MC55] (c)Microcom 19Oct04
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
10 - 160 km/h.
South (bound)
All - (Headway)
Default Profile
Vehicles = 17914 / 38296 (46.78%)
Site:
blain drive.2.0NS
Description:
between bassett an garfield
Filter time:
Scheme:
Filter:
Cls(1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ) Dir(S) Sp(10,160) Headway(>0)
Mon
Hour
0000-0100
0100-0200
0200-0300
0300-0400
0400-0500
0500-0600
0600-0700
0700-0800
0800-0900
0900-1000
1000-1100
1100-1200
1200-1300
1300-1400
1400-1500
1500-1600
1600-1700
1700-1800
1800-1900
1900-2000
2000-2100
2100-2200
2200-2300
2300-2400
Totals
0700-1900
0600-2200
0600-0000
0000-0000
AM Peak
PM Peak
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
Averages
1 - 5
1 - 7
|
9.0 |
9.3
9.7
3.0 |
4.5
4.2
6.0 |
6.0
5.8
11.0 |
32.8
26.2
23.0 | 104.3
85.3
196.0<| 521.5
446.0<
80.0 | 557.3<
421.5
71.0 | 278.5
218.3
109.0 | 195.0
168.8
104.0 | 165.8
148.5
121.0 | 144.5
144.3
124.0 | 169.0
157.8
126.0 | 191.3
171.8
98.0 | 197.0
168.6
112.0 | 161.3
148.5
101.0 | 203.5
170.8
108.0 | 206.5
175.2
159.0<| 216.3<
198.7<
51.0 |
82.3
71.8
27.0 |
46.8
42.7
31.0 |
33.5
33.2
16.0 |
20.3
23.5
7.0 |
16.8
16.7
11.0 |
11.5
10.8
|
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|
2213.0
2266.0
*
*
2269.0
1591.0
1284.0 | 2210.8
1943.2
2805.0
2966.0
*
*
2920.0
1931.0
1438.0 | 2868.6
2464.0
2826.0
2993.0
*
*
2950.0
1965.0
1456.0 | 2896.8
2491.5
3455.0
3729.0
*
*
3588.0
2467.0
1704.0 | 3575.1
3068.7
|
0600
0600
*
*
0600
0500
0500 |
506.0
604.0
*
*
549.0
394.0
196.0 |
|
1600
1700
*
*
1700
1700
1700 |
200.0
229.0
*
*
237.0
168.0
159.0 |
* - No data.
10.0
8.0
8.0
29.0
85.0
489.0
506.0<
284.0
195.0
168.0
148.0
174.0
199.0
194.0
189.0
195.0
200.0<
191.0
76.0
40.0
27.0
19.0
11.0
10.0
13.0
1.0
3.0
37.0
114.0
568.0
604.0<
276.0
202.0
163.0
176.0
149.0
172.0
192.0
205.0
226.0
206.0
229.0<
70.0
38.0
37.0
21.0
17.0
10.0
6.0
1.0
9.0
31.0
115.0
548.0
570.0
296.0
207.0
172.0
61.0
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*
*
*
*
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*
*
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*
*
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67.0
204.0
218.0
208.0
105.0
63.0
35.0
20.0
21.0
14.0
8.0
8.0
4.0
34.0
103.0
481.0
549.0<
258.0
176.0
160.0
193.0
184.0
203.0
205.0
184.0
189.0
202.0
237.0<
78.0
46.0
35.0
21.0
18.0
12.0
12.0
4.0
5.0
15.0
72.0
394.0<
220.0
125.0
124.0
124.0
167.0
158.0
159.0
154.0
134.0
110.0
117.0
168.0<
51.0
42.0
34.0
44.0
26.0
8.0
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Site:
Direction:
Survey Duration:
Zone:
File:
Identifier:
Algorithm:
Data type:
Profile:
Filter time:
Included classes:
Speed range:
Direction:
Separation:
Name:
Scheme:
Units:
In profile:
[blain drive] between railway lines and palm drive
12:39 Wednesday, 18 April 2012 => 11:13 Thursday, 3 May 2012
blain drive03May2012.EC2 (Plus)
DS238MEP MC56-L5 [MC55] (c)Microcom 19Oct04
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
10 - 160 km/h.
North (bound)
All - (Headway)
Default Profile
Vehicles = 83853 / 159202 (52.67%)
Site:
blain drive.2.0NS
Description:
between railway lines and palm drive
Filter time:
Scheme:
Filter:
Cls(1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ) Dir(N) Sp(10,160) Headway(>0)
Mon
Hour
0000-0100
0100-0200
0200-0300
0300-0400
0400-0500
0500-0600
0600-0700
0700-0800
0800-0900
0900-1000
1000-1100
1100-1200
1200-1300
1300-1400
1400-1500
1500-1600
1600-1700
1700-1800
1800-1900
1900-2000
2000-2100
2100-2200
2200-2300
2300-2400
Totals
0700-1900
0600-2200
0600-0000
0000-0000
AM Peak
PM Peak
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
Averages
1 - 5
1 - 7
|
37.0 |
16.2
18.9
25.5 |
16.2
19.1
12.5 |
12.9
13.7
28.5 |
27.3
27.3
18.0 |
34.5
31.6
56.5 | 112.3
99.5
104.5 | 228.0
202.3
90.5 | 249.9
214.7
139.5 | 308.1
279.3
205.0 | 312.7
323.2
264.5 | 314.3<
346.4<
316.5<| 299.0
345.3
317.0 | 352.5
361.5
280.0 | 354.2
339.7
326.5<| 393.4
389.5
308.5 | 522.9
475.6
265.5 | 694.5
586.9
247.0 | 851.1<
694.4<
252.5 | 474.7
418.1
104.0 | 185.5
166.9
62.5 |
96.0
88.9
45.5 |
81.6
74.5
28.0 |
37.8
39.1
18.5 |
34.5
33.9
|
_______________________________________________________________|________________
|
5552.5
5446.0
4650.8
5874.3
4198.5
4595.5
3013.0 | 5127.3
4774.5
6121.0
6098.0
5154.5
6524.8
4792.5
5022.0
3329.5 | 5718.5
5307.1
6186.5
6176.0
5211.8
6604.3
4881.0
5125.0
3376.0 | 5790.7
5380.0
6358.0
6420.0
5409.3
6845.7
5112.5
5317.0
3554.0 | 6010.1
5590.2
|
1100
1000
1100
1000
0800
1100
1100 |
353.0
361.5
329.5
378.3
321.0
628.5
316.5 |
|
1700
1700
1700
1700
1700
1200
1400 |
933.5
813.5
762.3
1028.0
762.5
455.5
326.5 |
* - No data.
8.0
6.5
4.5
11.0
28.0
113.5
212.0
270.0
332.0
342.0
348.5
353.0<
392.5
375.5
410.5
562.0
748.0
933.5<
485.0
184.5
96.0
76.0
33.0
32.5
13.5
15.5
10.0
20.5
32.5
152.0
270.0
276.0
329.5
332.0
361.5<
350.0
409.0
373.5
429.0
579.0
730.5
813.5<
462.5
189.5
102.5
90.0
50.5
27.5
30.0
13.0
17.0
28.0
38.0
71.5
175.0
193.5
220.0
276.5
258.0
329.5<
305.0
360.7
378.3
476.0
620.3
762.3<
470.7
160.0
95.0
73.7
28.3
29.0
12.3
22.0
17.0
35.0
36.7
118.3
237.0
253.0
328.0
351.7
378.3<
271.3
437.5
434.5
454.0
620.5
801.0
1028.0<
516.5
219.0
106.0
88.5
35.0
44.5
19.0
21.0
14.0
38.0
36.5
103.0
241.5
255.5
321.0<
242.0
193.0
205.0
242.5
223.5
302.5
400.5
609.5
762.5<
441.0
187.5
81.0
84.0
47.0
41.5
15.5
29.0
19.5
26.5
29.0
72.5
158.5
145.0
260.5
499.0
605.0
628.5<
455.5<
319.5
431.0
382.5
316.5
280.0
272.5
127.5
76.0
64.5
57.0
46.0
Datasets:
Site:
Direction:
Survey Duration:
Zone:
File:
Identifier:
Algorithm:
Data type:
Profile:
Filter time:
Included classes:
Speed range:
Direction:
Separation:
Name:
Scheme:
Units:
In profile:
[blain drive] between railway lines and palm drive
blain drive03May2012.EC2 (Plus)
DS238MEP MC56-L5 [MC55] (c)Microcom 19Oct04
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
10 - 160 km/h.
South (bound)
All - (Headway)
Default Profile
Vehicles = 75114 / 159202 (47.18%)
Site:
blain drive.2.0NS
Description:
between railway lines and palm drive
Filter time:
Scheme:
Filter:
Cls(1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ) Dir(S) Sp(10,160) Headway(>0)
Mon
Hour
0000-0100
0100-0200
0200-0300
0300-0400
0400-0500
0500-0600
0600-0700
0700-0800
0800-0900
0900-1000
1000-1100
1100-1200
1200-1300
1300-1400
1400-1500
1500-1600
1600-1700
1700-1800
1800-1900
1900-2000
2000-2100
2100-2200
2200-2300
2300-2400
Totals
0700-1900
0600-2200
0600-0000
0000-0000
AM Peak
PM Peak
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
Averages
1 - 5
1 - 7
|
26.5 |
11.8
14.7
14.5 |
7.2
8.3
15.0 |
9.1
9.9
20.0 |
31.0
29.1
24.5 | 121.3
104.5
239.0 | 687.3
602.2<
94.0 | 710.9<
574.0
111.0 | 504.1
427.4
155.0 | 383.7
364.0
202.5 | 277.1
296.1
253.5<| 277.3
292.5
246.0 | 256.7
262.3
238.5<| 258.2
255.7
203.0 | 292.9
271.5
224.0 | 277.8
261.9
214.0 | 300.0
275.8
210.0 | 314.2<
284.9<
213.5 | 303.5
281.1
105.0 | 158.5
143.3
51.5 |
97.5
87.5
48.5 |
73.1
68.4
31.5 |
46.0
45.5
16.5 |
32.1
30.3
9.5 |
17.4
16.9
|
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|
3899.0
3929.0
3178.2
4119.3
2886.5
3425.0
2376.0 | 3604.0
3416.4
4863.0
4847.5
3861.2
5208.3
3818.0
3914.0
2601.5 | 4531.5
4191.8
4911.0
4896.5
3900.2
5260.8
3882.0
3970.0
2627.5 | 4580.9
4239.0
5788.0
5766.0
4499.2
6219.5
4870.5
4623.0
2967.0 | 5448.5
5007.6
|
0600
0600
0600
0600
0500
0500
1000 |
751.0
719.5
473.0
820.0
782.5
497.5
253.5 |
|
1500
1300
1500
1500
1600
1200
1200 |
329.0
339.0
299.0
367.5
306.5
259.0
238.5 |
* - No data.
4.0
6.0
9.0
29.0
118.5
710.5
751.0<
537.5
413.5
311.0
286.5
328.0
309.5
302.5
306.0
329.0<
320.5
299.0
156.0
94.5
69.0
49.5
31.5
16.5
15.0
3.5
7.0
32.0
121.5
690.5
719.5<
517.5
404.0
299.0
314.0
298.5
296.0
339.0<
310.0
327.5
331.5
309.0
183.0
94.5
61.5
43.0
32.0
17.0
10.5
7.5
10.0
23.5
94.5
453.0
473.0<
358.0
281.5
238.0
269.5
253.5
194.7
291.3
280.0
299.0<
281.0
290.0
141.7
91.7
72.7
45.7
26.7
12.3
11.7
9.3
10.7
33.3
131.3
762.3
820.0<
552.7
405.3
316.3
322.3
245.7
353.5
354.0
334.0
367.5<
348.0
337.5
182.5
123.5
97.0
48.5
33.5
19.0
18.0
8.5
8.0
36.0
135.5
782.5<
736.5
530.5
403.5
201.5
171.5
163.5
169.0
178.5
158.0
177.5
306.5<
289.0
137.5
86.0
65.5
43.5
39.5
24.5
18.5
8.0
9.5
27.5
92.0
497.5<
301.0
322.0
464.5
494.5
415.5
309.0
259.0<
222.0
212.5
204.5
198.5
225.0
98.0
69.0
62.5
56.5
34.5
21.5
Appendix C – Crash Data
www.roadpro.net.au
22 June 2012
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Data Analysis
Road Safety and System Management Division
WebCrash v2.3 Reports
The page numbers shown here are those of the overall PDF file (they range 1-7).
The PDF page numbers appear at the top left-hand corner of each page.
Pages within individual reports are numbered from 1 and appear at the top right-hand corner of each page.
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Table of Contents
1. Crash Details by Crash Date
3
Data Restrictions
Please note:All crash data for Queensland for 2010 and 2011 has not been finalised. This is due to the time it takes for Police
to complete crash investigations, finalise reports, and collect additional information from other sources
such as the coroner, pathologist and government medical laboratory. The Department of Transport and Main Roads
(DTMR) is reporting all severity crash data to 31 December 2009. Fatal crash data is finalised for 2010 and
DTMR is reporting preliminary fatal crash data to January 2012.
The implementation of new systems in 2006 has affected figures during July 2006 to June 2007. In particular, the
following should be noted for crashes occurring between July 2006 and June 2007:
1.The number of all crashes reported during July 2006 to March 2007 is below expected,
2.A greater proportion of minor injury casualties and fewer hospitalised casualties reported,
3.Increase in unknown licence types,
4.Increase in unknown restraints use,
5.Increase in unknown helmet use for motorcyclist casualties,
6.Increase in unknown helmet use for bicyclist casualties,
This means that there has been a change in the data series affecting casualty and crash severity. As a result,
non-fatal casualty and crash severity cannot be compared. This affects calculations for hospitalised per 100,000
population, severity distribution analysis, and any frequency comparisons involving data from July 2006 to
June 2007.
Road Crash Data Inclusion Requirements
Please also note that the information held in the RoadCrash database relating to crashes occurring within the last 12 months are
considered preliminary as investigations into crashes can take up to 12 months to finalise. Please further note that to qualify as
valid, crashes must meet the following criteria:
1. The crash occurred on a public road, and
2. A person was killed or injured, or
3. At least one vehicle was towed away, or
4. The value of property damage was:
(a) $2500 damage to property other than vehicles (after 1 December 1999)
(b) $2500 damage to vehicle and property (after 1 December 1991 and prior to 1 December 1999)
(c) $1000 damage to property (prior to 1 December 1991)
Note: crashes resulting from medical conditions or deliberate acts are excluded.
Contact Details:
Postal Address:
Business Manager (Data Analysis)
Road Safety and System Management Division
Department of Transport and Main Roads
PO Box 673
Fortitude Valley
Qld 4006
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
07 3253 4236
07 3253 4410
[email protected]
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Other Constraint: Road Authority
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1km
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Qualifying Crashes (5) satisfying all constraints (geographic, date/time, and other).
Drawing sequence: All Crashes, Qualifying Crashes, Zone Crashes. Each set overlays the previous.
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Crash Number
Date and Time
QT Region
MR District
LGA
SLA (Suburb)
Police Region
Police District
Police Division
Road Authority
Street
Intersecting St
Long_AGD66
20600052506 (1 of 5)
Tue 22-Aug-2006 7am
Central Region (Mr)
Central District (Mr)
Gladstone City Council(161)
Gladstone (C)(3350)
Central
Gladstone(19)
Gladstone(00510)
Local Govt
Blain Dr
Palm Dr
151.239625
Lat_AGD66
DCA Coding
Crash Nature
Speed Limit
Crash Severity
Roadway Feature
Roadway Surface
Horiz. Alignment
Vert. Alignment
Traffic Control
Lighting Condition
Atmospheric Cond.
Crash Description
Unit 1, a blue Ford Festiva hatchback QLD registration xxxxxx, was being
driven along Palm Drive, Gladstone towards the T-junction intersection with
Blain Drive and stopped at the GIVE WAY sign at this intersection to let
vehicles on Blain Drive pass.
-23.859095
Veh’S Adjacant Approach: Thru-Left(107)
Angle
70
Hospitalisation
T Junction
Sealed - Dry
Curved-View open
Level
Give Way
Daylight
Clear
EN
Unit 2, a blue Suzuki motorcycle QLD registration xxxxxxwas being ridden along
Blain Drive heading towards the Dawson Highway. Upon approaching the
intersection with Palm Drive, Unit 1 has pulled out in front of Unit 2, which
attempted to brake to avoid colliding with Unit 1 however did not have the
sufficient room to come to a complete stop.
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Unit 2 collided with the drivers door of Unit 1 and the rider came off the
motorcycle, landing on the ground which caused injuries. Unit 1 driver
sustained no injuries as a result of the crash. Both units were moved off the
road and towed away.
Witnesses confirmed that Unit 1 had stopped for other vehicles travelling in
the same direction as Unit 2 however pulled out in front of Unit 2 without
allowing it sufficient time to stop or avoid colliding with Unit 1.
Both drivers were conveyed by QAS to Gladstone Base Hospital.
NF
ID
Unit 1 driver was treated for shock and released the same day.
Unit 2 driver was treated for a dislocated left shoulder, suffered severe
bruising to his groin area and was examined for a suspected C3 fracture however
this was proven to be a sore neck only. Unit 2 driver was discharged from
hospital the following day.
Dry bitumen surface. Curved T junction, view not obscured.
Unit 1 informed that the matter will be completed by way of a Traffic Breach
Report.
Wife of driver of Unit 1 stated that xxxxxxxxx suffers blackouts and she will
not ride with him whilst he is driving a motor vehicle. Details to be supplied
in Breach Report for licence to be revoked.
1 of 2
Car; Station Wagon
M
66
60-69
Open
Licence State
Origin State
Intended Action
Damage
Unit Headed Direction
QLD
QLD
Make left turn
Moderate - towed away
South
Unit Number
Unit Type
Controller Gender
Controller Age
Controller AgeGroup
Licence Type
2 of 2
Motor Cycle
M
42
40-49
Open
Licence State
Origin State
Intended Action
Damage
QLD
QLD
Go straight ahead
East
CO
Unit Number
Unit Type
Controller Gender
Controller Age
Controller AgeGroup
Licence Type
Contributing Circumstances
Unit 1 VIOLATION - DISOBEY GIVE WAY SIGN
Unit 2
NOT APPLICABLE
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Injury Details
1 of 2
1
Medically treated
M
Age Group
Road User
Restraint
Helmet
60-69
Driver
Fitted - Unknown if Worn
Not Applicable
Injured Person
Unit Number
Injury Severity
Gender
2 of 2
2
Hospitalised
M
Age Group
Road User
Restraint
Helmet
40-49
Motorcycle Rider
Not Applicable
Worn
20600073320 (2 of 5)
Thu 28-Sep-2006 11pm
Central Region (Mr)
Gladstone (C)(3350)
Central
Gladstone(19)
Gladstone(00510)
Local Govt
Blain Dr
151.241854
Lat_AGD66
DCA Coding
Crash Nature
Speed Limit
Crash Severity
Roadway Feature
Roadway Surface
Horiz. Alignment
Vert. Alignment
Traffic Control
Lighting Condition
Atmospheric Cond.
-23.864224
Off Path-Curve: Mounts Traffic Island(808)
Hit Fixed Obstruction Or Temporary Object
60
Property Damage Only
Not Applicable
Sealed - Dry
Curved-View open
Level
No Traffic Control
Darkness - lighted
Clear
EN
Crash Number
Date and Time
QT Region
MR District
LGA
SLA (Suburb)
Police Region
Police District
Police Division
Road Authority
Street
Intersecting St
Long_AGD66
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Injured Person
Unit Number
Injury Severity
Gender
NF
ID
Crash Description
A single vehicle traffic incident occurred at 2312hrs on Blain Drive,
Gladstone . The incident site was on a section of road between Dawson Road and
Palm Drive . Blain Drive is a two-lane street, one inbound and one outbound
lane. The scene of the incident is divided by traffic islands. The vehicle was
travelling in a Northerly direction along Blain Drive having just turned from
the Dawson Highway loosing control travelling over an island and ending up on
the opposite side of the road near the rear entrance to the Hungry Jacks /
Rocky glen Hotel Complex.The road has a sealed bitumen road surface. Driver of
the vehicle indicated that he had tried to change gears from 2nd to 3rd however
mistakenly pushed the gear into 1st causing the rear wheels to lock up and
loose control. Driver of unit 1 to be breached for Due Care and Attention
Unit Number
Unit Type
Controller Gender
Controller Age
Controller AgeGroup
Licence Type
1 of 1
Car; Station Wagon
M
25
25-29
Open
Licence State
Origin State
Intended Action
Damage
QLD
QLD
Go straight ahead
Major - towed away
West
Unit 1 VIOLATION - UNDUE CARE AND ATTENTION
20900235816 (3 of 5)
Fri 27-Mar-2009 9am
Central Region (Mr)
Gladstone (C)(3350)
Central
Gladstone(19)
Gladstone(00510)
Local Govt
Blain Dr
CO
Crash Number
Date and Time
QT Region
MR District
LGA
SLA (Suburb)
Police Region
Police District
Police Division
Road Authority
Street
Intersecting St
Long_AGD66
Lat_AGD66
DCA Coding
Crash Nature
Speed Limit
Crash Severity
Roadway Feature
Roadway Surface
Horiz. Alignment
Vert. Alignment
Traffic Control
Lighting Condition
Atmospheric Cond.
151.234934
Crash Description
Blain Drive is a sealed dual carriageway that is controlled by official traffic
signs located on the side of the road. The speed limit along Blain Drive where
the incident occurred is 70km/h. Unit one was travelling East along Blain Drive
heading towards Dawson Highway. Unit one has been travelling along Blain Drive
and has rounded a sweeping left hand bend when the steering has failed. This
caused unit one to cross onto the wrong side of the road, mount the gutter and
collide with the bridge guard rail and come to a
rest.
mr.dwshirl.145722
-23.858591
Off Path-Curve: Off Cway Lt Bend Hit Obj(804)
70
Medical Treatment
Not Applicable
Sealed - Dry
Curved-View open
Level
No Traffic Control
Daylight
Clear
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1 of 1
Car; Station Wagon
M
17
17-20
Provisional
Licence State
Origin State
Intended Action
Damage
QLD
QLD
Go straight ahead
Extensive; unrepairable
East
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Unit Number
Unit Type
Controller Gender
Controller Age
Controller AgeGroup
Licence Type
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Unit 1 VEHICLE - STEERING
Injury Details
Injured Person
Unit Number
Injury Severity
Gender
1 of 2
1
Medically treated
M
Age Group
Road User
Restraint
Helmet
17-20
Driver
Fitted - Worn
Not Applicable
Injured Person
Unit Number
Injury Severity
Gender
2 of 2
1
Medically treated
F
Age Group
Road User
Restraint
Helmet
80Passenger
Fitted - Worn
Not Applicable
Crash Number
Date and Time
QT Region
MR District
LGA
SLA (Suburb)
Police Region
Police District
Police Division
Road Authority
Street
Intersecting St
Long_AGD66
20900481281 (4 of 5)
Wed 24-Jun-2009 5pm
Central Region (Mr)
Gladstone (C)(3350)
Central
Gladstone(19)
Gladstone(00510)
Local Govt
Blain Dr
Palm Dr
151.239516
-23.859157
Off Path-Curve: Off Cway Lt Bend Hit Obj(804)
60
Medical Treatment
T Junction
Sealed - Dry
Curved-View open
Level
No Traffic Control
Darkness - lighted
Clear
EN
Lat_AGD66
DCA Coding
Crash Nature
Speed Limit
Crash Severity
Roadway Feature
Roadway Surface
Horiz. Alignment
Vert. Alignment
Traffic Control
Lighting Condition
Atmospheric Cond.
NF
ID
Crash Description
Unit 1 was driving along Blain Drive, Gladstone in a NW direction. The driver
has observed another vehicle stop on the road directly in front of him
indicating to turn right. Realising he will not have time to brake to avoid a
collision the driver has quickly swerved to his left to avoid the turning
vehicle, Unit 1 has then hit a road sign causing damage to the sign and his
vehicle before coming to a halt.
TIN issued for "Follow Too Close" #xxxxxxxxx
Unit Number
Unit Type
Controller Gender
Controller Age
Controller AgeGroup
Licence Type
1 of 1
Utility; Panel Van
M
26
25-29
Open
Licence State
Origin State
Intended Action
Damage
QLD
QLD
Go straight ahead
Major - towed away
North
Age Group
Road User
Restraint
Helmet
25-29
Driver
Fitted - Worn
Not Applicable
Injury Details
1 of 1
1
Medically treated
M
CO
Injured Person
Unit Number
Injury Severity
Gender
mr.dwshirl.145722
Report 1
Crash Number
Date and Time
QT Region
MR District
LGA
SLA (Suburb)
Police Region
Police District
Police Division
Road Authority
Street
Intersecting St
Long_AGD66
20900934372 (5 of 5)
Sat 28-Nov-2009 6pm
Central Region (Mr)
Gladstone (C)(3350)
Central
Gladstone(19)
Gladstone(00510)
Local Govt
Palm Dr
Lat_AGD66
DCA Coding
Crash Nature
Speed Limit
Crash Severity
Roadway Feature
Roadway Surface
Horiz. Alignment
Vert. Alignment
Traffic Control
Lighting Condition
Atmospheric Cond.
151.239648
Crash Description
Unit 1 was turning right into Palm Drive from Blain Drive. Unit 1 has
accelerated heavily through the corner, gone sideways, overcorrected and run
off the road into the
ditch.
1 of 1
Utility; Panel Van
M
18
17-20
Restricted licence
Licence State
Origin State
Intended Action
Damage
CO
NF
ID
Unit 1 EXCESSIVE SPEED FOR CIRCUMSTANCES
mr.dwshirl.145722
-23.858871
Off Path-Straight: Left Off Cway Hit Obj(703)
60
Property Damage Only
Not Applicable
Sealed - Dry
Straight
Level
No Traffic Control
Dawn/Dusk
Clear
EN
Unit Number
Unit Type
Controller Gender
Controller Age
Controller AgeGroup
Licence Type
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TIA
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PDF Page 7 of 7
QLD
QLD
Go straight ahead
North

Road Safety Audit - Gladstone Regional Council

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