Traffic Management Plan - HIGHWAY 19 LANTZVILLE - MEDIAN GATE - Prepared by: XYZ Engineering
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Traffic
Management
Plan
HIGHWAY 19 LANTZVILLE – MEDIAN GATE
Traffic
Engineer’s
Sign and Seal
Prepared by: XYZ Engineering
PRIME CONTRACTOR: ABC CONSULTING | JANUARY 1, 2020
1.0 Introduction
This Traffic Management Plan (TMP) outlines the traffic control procedures and
requirements for the operation of the median gate on Highway 19 near the Nanoose
Rest Area, just north of Hillview Road. When an incident occurs on Highway 19, this
median gate could be opened by the Maintenance Contractor (MC) to establish a
detour.
Depending on the location of the incident, the median gate could be used as a
turnaround or crossover location to help mitigate a full road or directional closure and
reduce delays.
This TMP shall be executed by a qualified Traffic Control Company. Any field
adjustments to the plan shall be made by qualified personnel. The Traffic Control
Company shall implement the plan in accordance with the following guidelines and
standards:
• BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MoTI) 2020 Traffic Management
Manual for Work on Roadways (2020 TMM)
• MoTI Manual of Standard Traffic Signs and Pavement Markings
• MoTI Standard Specifications – Section 194
This Traffic Management Plan is formulated as per the Category 3 guidelines in the 2020
TMM.
2.0 Project Overview
This section provides a description of the planned work, geographical description of the
project location and pre-construction traffic operations (traffic volume, speed limits,
etc.).
2.1 Project Description
This TMP has been developed to outline procedures, requirements, and setups for the
MC to follow when opening the median gate.
Should an incident occur on the highway, depending on the location of the incident
and required emergency response measures, the median could be used as:
• A turnaround location (for full road closures), or
• A crossover location (for directional closures eg. if Highway 19 northbound or
southbound is closed) to create a two-lane two-way traffic segment,
counterflow on one side, before traffic is redirected back to the normal traffic
side
The opening of this gate to allow vehicular flow mitigates the effect of a road or lane
closure due to an incident, provides a detour, and reduces delays.
2.2 Project Area
The median gate located on Highway 19 is located adjacent to the Nanoose Rest
Area, approximately 1.0 km north of the Highway 19 and Hillview Road intersection. It is
located approximately 3.5 km south of Nanoose Bay and 7.5 km north of Lantzville,
located just north of Nanaimo.
This TMP covers the highway segment for approximately 6.1 km (see red line in Figure 1),
between NW Bay Road and Lantzville Road (as required) to redirect traffic back to the
normal driving side.
Potential crossover locations include the following intersections:
• North End: Summerset Road
• South End: Rumming Road/Bayview Park Drive
Figure 1: Project Location Map This section of Highway 19 is a rural arterial divided four-lane highway. The majority of the 6.1 km section has a posted speed limit of 90 km/h. However, the north end of the 6.1 km section has a posted speed limit of 60 km/h. For Highway 19 northbound, the transition from 90 km/h to 60 km/h is 500 m south of Summerset Road. For Highway 19 southbound, the transition from 90 km/h to 60 km/h is 200 m south of Summerset Road. Data from a temporary short count station, conducted in 2015 at 100m north of Lantzville Road (approximately 3.6 km south of the median gate), shows an Average Annual Daily Traffic (AADT) of approximately 31,000 vehicles per day. This segment has rolling terrain and a number of large radius curves. Surrounding land use includes residential and recreational. Highway 19 between Summerset Road and Rumming Road/Bayview Park Drive, has no alternate route, should a road closure or directional closure occur. 2.3 Work Activity This section contains an overview of the work to be carried out, should an incident occur on Highway 19. The detour segment varies based on the configuration, but is typically 2-3 km long. As a road or lane closure due to an incident can occur at any time of the day, the TMP applies for both night and daytime work.
This TMP will be implemented by the Maintenance Contractor when a lengthy closure, typically longer than three hours, is anticipated by emergency services. The duration of the closure will be communicated to the Ministry once it is known. During the implementation of this TMP, the construction speed limit will be 50 km/h. After conditions are restored, and detours removed, construction speed limit signs will be removed and speed limits will be brought back to the regular posted speed limits of 90 km/h and 60 km/h, depending on the section of highway. The Nanoose Rest Area, located adjacent to the median gate will be temporarily closed to the general public while this TMP is in effect. Rest area signs will either be covered or a “CLOSED” tab will be installed over the sign. 3.0 Implementation Plan This Implementation Plan outlines the role of individuals involved in the implementation of this Traffic Management Plan. The traffic control layouts found in Section 4.0 Traffic Control Plan outline the minimum device requirements for each of the 8 scenarios. The Site Supervisor, Traffic Control Manager, and Traffic Control Supervisor will work together to determine which layout is required and if any adjustments need to be made based on local site conditions. Traffic control people (TCPs) will be on-site to assist with navigation through the site. At the conclusion of the highway closure, all affected travel lanes will be reinstated, speed limits will be brought back to 90 km/h or 60 km/h depending on the highway segment, and all construction traffic control devices will be removed from the highway. 3.1 Traffic Engineer The Traffic Engineer for this project and TMP is Emma Li, P. Eng. This TMP was developed by, and under the direct supervision of Emma. She is a Professional Engineer licensed with Engineers and Geoscientists of BC (EGBC), and qualified and experienced in traffic management planning and highway safety. Emma is available by phone or email for immediate response to any issues or changes which need to be made on site in relation to this TMP. She will also be responsible for making any changes to the TMP as required.
3.2 Site Supervisor
The Site Supervisor, if the median gate needs to be opened to respond to a highway
closure, is John Smith. His alternate is Eric Johnson when John is unavailable. The Site
Supervisor will responsible for conducting daily toolbox meetings, addressing issues as
they occur, leading the crew, and being the point of contact with the Ministry’s
Representative.
As part of his role, he will ensure that:
• Each crew member is familiar with the Traffic Control Plan
• Each crew member wears the required safety apparel
• Each crew member has adequate training on the equipment they will be using
• The work area is protected by implementing this TMP
He will also be responsible for liaising with the Traffic Control Manager and Traffic
Control Supervisor to inform them of the work schedule, day’s activities, and to address
any incidents, improvements or changes which need to be made.
3.3 Traffic Control Manager
The Traffic Control Manager for this project is Jane Smith. She will be responsible for
preparing, implementing and managing this Traffic Management Plan. She will be
responsible for, but not limited to, the following tasks:
• Monitoring traffic operations to determine the effectiveness and possible
improvements to the TMP
• Overseeing modifications to the TMP as required
• Ensuring daily traffic control logs are maintained
• Setting up and implementing a monitoring schedule for both active and inactive
work periods throughout the course of the project
• Notifying the MoTI and emergency personnel of any major incidents within or
near the project location
• Liaising with the Site Supervisor as needed
3.4 Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS)
The Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) will be Dan Froese. He is responsible for, but not
limited to, the following tasks:
• Overseeing traffic control operations, ensuring traffic control is executed
according to the Traffic Control Plan, and taking note of any improvements or
changes that should be made
• Ensuring compliance with the requirements outlined in Part 18 of WorkSafeBC’s
Occupational Health and Safety Regulations regarding supervision of TCPs
• Supervision and authority over all of the TCPs on site• Providing direction to TCPs
• Ensuring traffic control devices are in place, checked, maintained, and moved
as required
• Ensuring daily traffic control setups are documents and changes are identified in
the daily traffic control log
• Ensuring traffic concerns are reported to the Traffic Control Manager and/or Site
Supervisor, as required
On site, the TCS will also be responsible for ensuring all TCPs are:
• Carrying evidence of their current TCP certification
• Wearing the required safety apparel and have the appropriate equipment
• Performing traffic control duties competently and safely
• Positioned in safe locations
• Provided with rest breaks
The procedures outlined below will also be followed by the TCS:
3.4.1 Before Opening the Median Gate
• Confirm the TMP for the incident and document traffic management strategies
to be implemented
• Conduct safety meeting with TCPs and coordinate with the Contractor’s staff on
the traffic management requirements
• Place signs and traffic control devices according to the drawings found in this
TMP and the 2020 TMM. Note any adjustments which may need to be made
based on local site conditions.
• Cover conflicting signs
• Inspect and check for the effectiveness of signing and traffic control devices.
• Open the median gate for implementation
3.4.2 While Median Gate is Open
• Periodically inspect and check all signs and devices
• Monitor traffic delays
• Make adjustments to traffic control devices as necessary
3.4.3 After Closure is Clear and Normal Highway Operations are
Reinstated
• Conduct a pre-close down inspection
• Remove unnecessary signage
• Close the median gate
• Reinstate all vehicle traffic lanes• Liaise with the Contractor’s staff to see if there are any considerations or
concerns regarding the TMP and associated strategies
• Complete Daily Traffic Control Log
• Complete Incident Management Report – as required
3.5 Traffic Control Person (TCP)
The Traffic Control People (TCPs) used on this project will:
• Be adequately trained in a manner acceptable to WorkSafeBC
• Carry evidence of their current TCP certification
• Ensure compliance with the requirements outlined in Part 18 – Traffic Control of
WorkSafeBC’s Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
• Perform their work effectively in accordance with the traffic control
arrangements and procedures for the work
• Try to assess the layout through the eyes of a road user to help anticipate traffic
control issues
• Communicate instructions and directions to drivers effectively by using traffic
control motions and signals that are precise and deliberate to be clearly
understood by road users
• Identify required changes to the Traffic Control Plan and bring them forward to
the TCS
4.0 Traffic Control Plan
This Traffic Control Plan documents how traffic control will be achieved. Typical traffic
control layouts will be implemented for this work as mentioned in the sections below.
The TCS will lead TCPs in implementing the traffic control layouts outlined in this TMP.
Minor adjustments made to the typical traffic control layouts (such as adjusting signs for
local site conditions) will follow guidelines outlined in the 2020 TMM and will be
documented in the Daily Traffic Control Log. Major adjustments which have the
potential to effect traffic operations will be noted and a revised TMP will be submitted
to the Ministry for approval before implementation.
4.1 TCP Communication
TCPs, if required, will communicate with each other through radio communication.
4.2 Active Transportation Road Users
This section of Highway 19 is classified as a Schedule 1 highway under the BC Motor
Vehicle Act Regulations Section 19.07. As a result, pedestrians are prohibited fromwalking along the highway unless they are attending to a disabled vehicle. In addition,
cyclists are also prohibited from riding on this section of Highway 19.
Therefore, accommodations for active transportation road users will not be made.
4.3 Driveways and Accesses
Driveways and accesses along this section of Highway 19 are minimal. Therefore
minimal impacts are expected.
4.4 Emergency Vehicles
As the median gate is being opened in response to an emergency incident on the
highway, TCPs will ensure emergency vehicles are given priority in travelling to and from
the incident area. If required, TCPs may stop general traffic or adjust traffic control
devices to assist emergency vehicles with proceeding to and from the incident area.
4.5 Traffic Control Plan Drawings
The Traffic Control Plan drawings (Figures 4A to 9B) illustrate typical traffic control layouts
to be implemented based on the 6 scenarios outlined below. The scenario selected will
depend on the extent and location of the incident.
Taper lengths and device spacing should be placed on the highway based on the
dimensions shown in the figures for a 90 km/h regular posted speed limit, unless
otherwise indicated. Signs on the median barrier will be supported by saddle brackets.
4.5.1 Scenario #1: Full Road Closure North of Median Gate
For full road closures north of the median gate, the median gate should be used as a
turnaround location for northbound traffic. See Figure 4A: Full Closure North of Median
Gate – North End.
Highway 19 southbound traffic will be redirected onto NW Bay Road to return back
onto Highway 19. See Figure 4C: Full Road Closure North of Median Gate – South End.
Local traffic from the accesses north of the median gate, between the median gate
and NW Bay Road, will not be allowed on Highway 19 until the highway is re-opened.
These accesses (including Nanoose Station Road, Arlington Road, Summerset Road) will
be blocked by barricades and ROAD CLOSED R-012 signs along the width of the
access, similar to Figure 2 below.Figure 2: Barricade Example for Local Roads
For the accesses south of the median gate, between the median gate and Lantzville
Road, optional NO LEFT TURN R-015-L and NO RIGHT TURN R-015-R signs, depending on
which side of the highway the access is on, may be installed to prevent drivers travelling
on Highway 19 southbound. This prevents driver frustration from local residents as they
will eventually be making a U-turn at the median gate. An example is shown in Figure
4B: Full Road Closure North of Median Gate – Hillview Road.
Figure 3: R-015-L and R-015-R signs
Due to the close proximity of Morello Road and other accesses to NW Bay Road,
careful attention should also be taken when positioning traffic control devices in the
access area. Devices should be placed in locations which impact the accesses as
minimally as possible.Figure 4A: Full Closure North of Median Gate – North End
Barricade with
R-012 and
R-009-1 signs Barricade with
R-012 and
R-016-2L
Median Gate
Opening TCP to position
themselves in a safe
Nanoose location and assist
Rest Area with transition/
150 m turnaround
C-001-1
C-086-1 (750 x 750)
(450 x 900)
110 m
Existing Break in Type C
Highway 19
Median Barrier for Flashing
Maintenance and Arrow Board
Authorized Vehicles
210 m
150 m
C-130-L
To Nanoose Bay
(750 x 750)
Median Barrier
150 m
Notes C-130-L
(750 x 750)
• Drawing not to scale C-130-T
• Tubular markers close to median (600 x 300)
150 m
gate opening should be placed to
account for longer commercial R-004-x
vehicles’ turning movements 50 (750 x 900)
• Taper lengths may need C-080-T
adjustments based on local site (750 x 450)
conditions 150 m
• Minimum 5 devices for each taper
To Lantzville
• Maximum device spacing on tapers
= 15 m C-128-x
50 (900 x 900)
• Maximum device spacing on curves
and tangents = 40 m
• On curves, adjust devices based on 150 m
available sight distance
• Existing signs that conflict with C-128-x
50 (900 x 900)
construction signs to be covered or
removed C-130-T
(600 x 300)
Legend 150 m
Barricade
C-058
Drum (750 x 750)
Tubular markerFigure 4B: Full Road Closure North of Median Gate – Hillview Road
Barricade with
C-058-1 sign
Highway 19
R-015-L
(600 x 600)
(Optional)
Hillview RoadFigure 4C: Full Road Closure North of Median Gate – South End
C-058
(750 x 750)
150 m
C-030-6A
(750 x 750) Notes
150 m • Drawing not to scale
• Taper lengths may need adjustments based
C-006-L on local site conditions
(750 x 750)
• Minimum 5 devices for each taper
To Lantzville
• Maximum device spacing on tapers = 15 m
150 m
• Maximum device spacing on curves and
C-130-R
(750 x 750) tangents = 40 m
• On curves, adjust devices based on
C-130-T available sight distance
(600 x 300)
150 m • Existing signs that conflict with construction
signs to be covered or removed
C-130-R • Additional signs on NW Bay Rd to detour
(750 x 750) traffic back onto Hwy 19 northbound
optional
150 m
Legend
Highway 19
Barricade
Drum
Tubular marker
110 m
Type C
Flashing
Arrow Board
210 m
C-053
(750 x 750)
110 m
Barricade with
R-012 sign
NW Bay Road
Barricade with
R-012 and
R-016-2Lx signs Barricade with
R-012 and
R-009-1 signs4.5.2 Scenario #2: Full Road Closure South of Median Gate For full road closures south of the median gate, the median gate will be used as a turnaround location for Highway 19 southbound traffic. See Figure 5A: Full Road Closure South of Median Gate – North End. Highway 19 northbound traffic will be redirected onto Lantzville Road to return back onto Highway 19. The Ministry has an agreement in place with the District of Lantzville to detour traffic onto Lantzville Road, should there be a full road closure. See Figure 5B: Full Road Closure South of Median Gate – South End. Local traffic from the accesses south of the median gate, between the median gate and Lantzville Road, will not be allowed on Highway 19 until the highway is re-opened. Accesses between the median gate and Lantzville Road (including Hillview Road, Rumming Road/Vayview Park Drive, Mallard Way/Capilano Road) will be blocked by barricades and ROAD CLOSED R-012 signs along the width of the access. For the accesses north of the median gate, between NW Bay Road and the median gate, optional NO LEFT TURN R-015-L and NO RIGHT TURN R-015-R signs, depending on which side of the highway the access is on, to prevent drivers travelling on Highway 19 southbound, may be installed. This prevents driver frustration from local residents as they will eventually be making a U-turn at the median gate.
Figure 5A: Full Road Closure South of Median Gate – North End
C-058
(750 x 750)
150 m
C-128-x
(900 x 900)
50 Notes
C-130-T
To Nanoose Bay
(600 x 300)
• Drawing not to scale
150 m • Tubular markers close to median
gate opening should be placed to
account for longer commercial
C-128-x 50
(900 x 900) vehicles’ turning movements
• Taper lengths may need
150 m adjustments based on local site
conditions
R-004-x • Minimum 5 devices for each taper
(750 x 900)
50 • Maximum device spacing on tapers
C-080-T = 15 m
(750 x 450) • Maximum device spacing on curves
150 m and tangents = 40 m
To Lantzville
C-130-L • On curves, adjust devices based on
(750 x 750) available sight distance
C-130-T • Existing signs that conflict with
(600 x 300) construction signs to be covered or
150 m removed
• Install “CLOSED” tab on rest area
signs, or cover
•
Highway 19
C-130-L Cover existing MAXIMUM 90 km/h
(750 x 750) R-004 signs on Highway 19
southbound between Summerset
150 m Road and the median gate
Legend
Barricade
Drum
Tubular marker
210 m
Median Barrier
Type C
Flashing
Arrow Board
110 m
C-086-1
C-001-1 (450 x 900)
(750 x 750)
150 m
Median Gate
Opening
TCP to position
themselves in a safe
location and assist
with transition/
turnaround
Barricade with
Nanoose R-012 and
Barricade with
Rest Area R-009-1 signs
R-012 and R-016-2LFigure 5B: Full Road Closure South of Median Gate – South End
To Nanoose Bay
Barricade with
R-012 and
R-016-2Rx signs
Barricade with Barricade with
R-012 and R-012 sign
R-009-1 signs
Lantzville Road
110 m
C-053
(750 x 750)
210 m
Type C
Flashing
Highway 19
Arrow Board
210 m
150 m
Notes
C-130-L
(750 x 750)
• Drawing not to scale
150 m
• Taper lengths may need adjustments based
on local site conditions C-130-L
(750 x 750)
• Minimum 5 devices for each taper
• Maximum device spacing on tapers = 15 m C-130-T
• Maximum device spacing on curves and 150 m (600 x 300)
tangents = 40 m
• On curves, adjust devices based on C-006-R
available sight distance
To Lantzville
(750 x 750)
• Existing signs that conflict with construction
signs to be covered or removed 150 m
• Additional signs on Lantzville Rd to detour
traffic back onto Hwy 19 southbound C-030-6A
optional (750 x 750)
Legend 150 m
Barricade
Drum C-058
(750 x 750)
Tubular marker4.5.3 Scenario #3: Directional Closure Highway 19 Southbound –
South of Median Gate
For directional closures on Highway 19 southbound, south of the median gate, between
the median gate and Rumming Road/Bayview Park Drive, the median gate will be
used as a crossover location for Highway 19 southbound traffic. See the following
figures:
• Figure 6A: Directional Closure Highway 19 Southbound – South of Median Gate –
North End
• Figure 6B: Directional Closure Highway 19 Southbound – South of Median Gate –
Hillview Drive
• Figure 6C: Directional Closure Highway 19 Southbound – South of Median Gate –
South End
Bayview Park Drive and Rumming Road only have right-out access onto Highway 19. 2
TCPs will be used to direct traffic into and out of Bayview Park Drive and Rumming Road
as needed. They may also be used to assist with the transition for Highway 19 traffic to
crossover back onto the normal traffic side.
If significant delays occur due to left turning traffic into Rumming Road or Bayview Park
Drive, at the discretion of the Traffic Control Supervisor, these left turn movements may
be prohibited by the addition of NO LEFT TURN R-015-L signs.
MAXIMUM 50 KM/H R-004 signs with CONSTRUCTION SPEED ZONE C-080-T tabs and TWO
WAY TRAFFIC C-132 signs may be repeated every 1-2 km as needed. In particular,
supplemental signs should be installed both northbound and southbound of Hillview
Road.Figure 6A: Directional Closure Highway 19 Southbound – South of Median Gate – North
End
C-058
(750 x 750)
150 m
C-128-x
(900 x 900)
50
C-130-T Notes
(600 x 300)
150 m • Drawing not to scale
To Nanoose Bay
• Tubular markers close to median
C-128-x 50 gate opening should be placed to
(900 x 900) account for longer commercial
vehicles’ turning movements
150 m • Taper lengths may need
adjustments based on local site
R-004-x conditions
(750 x 900)
50 • Minimum 5 devices for each taper
C-080-T • Maximum device spacing on tapers
(750 x 450)
= 15 m
150 m • Maximum device spacing on curves
C-130-R and tangents = 40 m
(750 x 750)
• FAB to be positioned on the
C-130-T shoulder if spacing permits,
To Lantzville
(600 x 300) otherwise position at the end of the
Highway 19
150 m taper
• On curves, adjust devices based on
available sight distance
C-130-R • Existing signs that conflict with
(750 x 750)
construction signs to be covered or
removed
150 m
• Cover or install “CLOSED” tab on
rest area signs
Type C
Legend
Flashing
Arrow Board Barricade
Drum
Additional sign 210 m Tubular marker
assembly (Optional)
optional for 2
enhancement
C-132
(750 x 750)
Median Barrier
C-024
(600 x 600)
210 m
C-086-1
(450 x 900)
C-117-Lx
(900 x 900) Median Gate
Opening
Length of Barricade with
median gate R-012 and
C-053 signs
Continue tubular markers
C-132 2
(750 x 750)
until crossover location at
Nanoose Rumming Road/Bayview
C-024 Rest Area Park Drive
(600 x 600)
tab optionalFigure 6B: Directional Closure Highway 19 Southbound – South of Median Gate – Hillview
Drive
150 m
Barricade with
C-058-1 sign
Highway 19
C-001-1
(750 x 750) TCP to position Barricade with
themselves in a safe R-012 sign
location and assist with C-001-1
Hillview Road
vehicular access into (750 x 750)
and out of Hillview
Road
R-015-L
(600 x 600)Figure 6C: Directional Closure Highway 19 Southbound – South of Median Gate – South
End
C-132
(750 x 750)
C-024
2 (600 x 600)
tab optional
C-001-1 Barricade with
(750 x 750) R-012 and
To Nanoose Bay
R-009-1 signs
(750 x 750)
(750 x 750)
C-001-1
C-058
C-053
(750 x 750)
150 m
(Optional)
40 m 40 m
Rumming Road
Bayview Park Drive
40 m 40 m TCP to position themselves in
a safe location and assist
(Optional)
with vehicular access into
150 m and out of Rumming Road
(as needed)
(750 x 750)
C-001-1
(750 x 750)
C-058
C-086-1
(450 x 900)
C-001-1
(750 x 750)
110 m
TCP to position themselves in a
safe location and assist with Type C
vehicular access into and out of Flashing
Bayview Park Drive (as needed) Arrow Board
Additional sign assembly
210 m
Highway 19
optional for enhancement
C-132
(750 x 750)
2
C-024
(Optional)
(600 x 600)
150 m
C-130-L
(750 x 750)
150 m C-130-L
Notes (750 x 750)
• Drawing not to scale C-130-T
(600 x 300)
• Taper lengths may need adjustments based 150 m
on local site conditions R-004-x
• Minimum 5 devices for each taper. 50 (750 x 900)
• Maximum device spacing on tapers = 15 m C-080-Tx
• Maximum device spacing on curves and (750 x 450)
150 m
tangents = 40 m
To Lantzville
• On curves, adjust devices based on
50 C-128-x
available sight distance (900 x 900)
• Existing signs that conflict with construction
signs to be covered or removed 150 m
C-128-x
Legend (900 x 900)
50
Barricade C-130-T
150 m (600 x 300)
Drum
Tubular marker
C-058
(750 x 750)4.5.4 Scenario #4: Directional Closure Highway 19 Northbound –
South of Median Gate
For directional closures on Highway 19 northbound, south of the median gate, between
the median gate and Rumming Road/Bayview Park Drive, the median gate will be
used as a crossover location for Highway 19 northbound traffic. See the following
figures:
• Figure 7A: Directional Closure Highway 19 Northbound – South of Median Gate –
North End
• Figure 7B: Directional Closure Highway 19 Northbound – South of Median Gate –
Hillview Drive
• Figure 7C: Directional Closure Highway 19 Northbound – South of Median Gate –
South End
Bayview Park Drive and Rumming Road only have right-out access onto Highway 19. 2
TCPs will be used to direct traffic into and out of Bayview Park Drive and Rumming Road
as needed. They may also be used to assist with the crossover on Highway 19 as
required.
If significant delays occur due to left turning traffic into Rumming Road or Bayview Park
Drive, at the discretion of the Traffic Control Supervisor, these left turn movements may
be prohibited by the addition of NO LEFT TURN R-015-L signs.
MAXIMUM 50 KM/H R-004 signs with CONSTRUCTION SPEED ZONE C-080-T tabs and TWO
WAY TRAFFIC C-132 signs may be repeated every 1-2 km as needed. In particular,
supplemental signs should be installed southbound of Hillview Road.Figure 7A: Directional Closure Highway 19 Northbound – South of Median Gate – North
End
C-058
(750 x 750)
150 m
C-128-x
(900 x 900) 50
C-130-T
(600 x 300)
Notes
To Nanoose Bay
150 m
• Drawing not to scale
• Devices close to median gate
C-128-x 50 opening should be placed to
(900 x 900) account for longer commercial
vehicles’ turning movements
150 m • Taper lengths may need
adjustments based on local site
R-004-x conditions
(750 x 900)
50 • Minimum 5 devices for each taper
C-080-T • Maximum device spacing on tapers
(750 x 450)
= 15 m
150 m • Maximum device spacing on curves
C-130-L and tangents = 40 m
(750 x 750) • On curves, adjust devices based on
To Lantzville
C-130-T available sight distance
Highway 19
(600 x 300) • Existing signs that conflict with
construction signs to be covered or
150 m removed
• Install “CLOSED” tab on rest area
C-130-L signs, or cover
(750 x 750) • Cover existing MAXIMUM 90 km/h
R-004 signs on Highway 19
Additional sign (Optional) between Summerset Road and
assembly 150 m Bayview Park Drive/Rumming Road
optional for
2
enhancement Legend
C-132 Barricade
(750 x 750) Drum
Tubular marker
C-024
(600 x 600) 210 m
Type C
Flashing Median Barrier
Arrow Board
150 m
C-132 2
C-086-1
(750 x 750)
(450 x 900)
C-024
(600 x 600)
tab optional
Median Gate
Opening
60 m
Barricade with
R-012 and
R-009-1 signs
Nanoose
Rest Area C-117-Rx
(900 x 900)Figure 7B: Directional Closure Highway 19 Northbound – South of Median Gate – Hillview
Drive
Barricade with
(600 x 600)
R-015-L
R-012 sign
Barricade with
C-058-1 sign
Highway 19
R-015-L
Hillview Road
(600 x 600)Figure 7C: Directional Closure Highway 19 Northbound – South of Median Gate – South
End
Continue tubular
markers until crossover
location at median gate
C-132
(750 x 750)
C-001-1 C-024
To Nanoose Bay
(750 x 750) 2 (600 x 600)
tab optional
(750 x 750)
(750 x 750)
C-001-1
Barricade with
C-058
Barricade with C-058-1 sign
R-012 sign
(Optional)
C-053
(750 x 750) 40 m
Rumming Road
Bayview Park Drive
TCP to position themselves in
a safe location and assist
with vehicular access into
and out of Rumming Road
40 m 40 m 150 m (as needed)
(Optional)
C-117-Lx
(900 x 900)
(750 x 750)
C-001-1
(750 x 750)
C-058
210 m
C-001-1
(750 x 750)
C-086-1
(450 x 900)
R-084
(750 x 750)
(Optional)
TCP to position themselves in a
safe location and assist with
vehicular access into and out of
Bayview Park Drive (as needed) 210 m
Highway 19
Type C
Flashing
150 m Arrow Board
C-130-R
(750 x 750)
150 m C-130-R
(750 x 750)
Notes
C-130-T
• Drawing not to scale 150 m
(600 x 300)
• Taper lengths may need adjustments based R-004-x
on local site conditions
• Minimum 5 devices for each taper.
50 (750 x 900)
• Maximum device spacing on tapers = 15 m C-080-Tx
150 m (750 x 450)
• Maximum device spacing on curves and
tangents = 40 m C-128-x
To Lantzville
• On curves, adjust devices based on 50 (900 x 900)
available sight distance 150 m
• Existing signs that conflict with construction C-128-x
signs to be covered or removed (900 x 900)
50
Legend C-130-T
150 m (600 x 300)
Barricade
Drum
C-058
Tubular marker (750 x 750)4.5.5 Scenario #5: Directional Closure Highway 19 Southbound –
North of Median Gate
For directional closures on Highway 19 southbound, north of the median gate, between
Summerset Road and the median gate, Summerset Road will be used as a crossover
location for Highway 19 southbound to travel in the northbound lanes. The median gate
will be used as a crossover location for southbound traffic to cross back onto the
normal traffic side .
See the following figures:
• Figure 8A: Directional Closure Highway 19 Southbound – North of Median Gate –
North End
• Figure 8B: Directional Closure Highway 19 Southbound – North of the Median
Gate - South End
Taper lengths and device spacing lengths for this configuration north of Summerset
Road are according to 60 km/h found in Table A and B in the 2020 TMM as the posted
speed limit is 60 km/h on this section until 200 m south of Summerset Road. Signs should
be positioned so as not to block accesses
A TCP will be used to direct traffic into and out of Summerset Road as needed. Devices
should be positioned to allow turning movements into and out of Summerset Road. Left
turns will not be allowed from northbound Highway 19 onto Summerset Road, or from
Summerset Road onto northbound Highway 19. In other words, Summerset Road will
only have right-in, right-out access for this configuration.
The TCP may also be used to assist with the transition for Highway 19 southbound traffic
to crossover onto the northbound side.
MAXIMUM 50 KM/H R-004 signs with CONSTRUCTION SPEED ZONE C-080-T tabs and TWO
WAY TRAFFIC C-132 signs may be repeated every 1-2 km as needed. In particular,
supplemental signs should be installed after major accesses.Figure 8A: Directional Closure Highway 19 Southbound – North of Median Gate – North
End
C-058
To Nanoose Bay
(750 x 750)
60 m
R-003-x
(750 x 900) 50
C-080-Tx
(750 x 450)
60 m
R-004-x
(750 x 900)
Weeks Road Nanoose Station Road
50
C-080-Tx
(750 x 450)
Highway 19
60 m
C-130-R Notes
(750 x 750)
C-130-T • Drawing not to scale
(600 x 300) • Taper lengths may need adjustments
To Lantzville
60 m based on local site conditions.
C-130-R • Minimum 5 devices for each taper.
(750 x 750) • Maximum device spacing on tapers =
10 m
Additional sign assembly (Optional)
optional for enhancement 2 • Maximum device spacing on curves
60 m and tangents = 10 m
C-132 Arlington Road • On curves, adjust devices based on
(750 x 750) available sight distance
• Existing signs that conflict with
C-024
(600 x 600) 55 m construction signs to be covered or
removed
C-086-1
C-001-1 (450 x 900)
(750 x 750) Legend
60 m
Barricade
C-117-Lx Drum
(900 x 900)
Tubular marker
Barricade with
Summerset Road R-012 and
C-053 signs
40 m 40 m 40 m TCP to position themselves in a
safe location and assist with
(Optional)
vehicular access into and out of
Summerset Road
(750 x 750)
C-058
(600 x 600)
R-015-L
(750 x 750)
C-001-1
Continue tubular
markers until crossover
location at median gate
C-132 2 R-015-Lx
(750 x 750) (750 x 750)
C-024
(600 x 600)
Tab optionalFigure 8B: Directional Closure Highway 19 Southbound – North of the Median Gate -
South End
C-117-Rx
(900 x 900)
Barricade with
R-012 and
Median Gate R-009-1 signs
Opening
60 m
Nanoose
Rest Area
C-132
(750 x 750)
C-024
(600 x 600)
C-086-1 150 m 2 Tab optional
(450 x 900)
Type C
Flashing
Existing Break in Arrow Board
Median Barrier for
Maintenance and
Authorized Vehicles 210 m
Median Barrier
150 m
Highway 19
C-130-L
Notes (750 x 750)
To Nanoose Bay
• Drawing not to scale 150 m
• Tubular markers close to median
gate opening should be placed to C-130-L
account for longer commercial (750 x 750)
vehicles’ turning movements
C-130-T
• Taper lengths may need (600 x 300)
adjustments based on local site 150 m
conditions
R-004-x
• Minimum 5 devices for each taper (750 x 900)
• Maximum device spacing on tapers 50
= 15 m C-080-T
(750 x 450)
• Maximum device spacing on curves
and tangents = 40 m 150 m
• On curves, adjust devices based on
available sight distance C-128-x
To Lantzville
• Existing signs that conflict with 50 (900 x 900)
construction signs to be covered or
removed 150 m
• Install “CLOSED” tab on rest area
signs, or cover
C-128-x
• Cover existing MAXIMUM 90 km/h (900 x 900)
R-004 signs on Highway 19 50
between Hillview Drive and C-130-T
(600 x 300)
Summerset Road 150 m
Legend
C-058
Barricade (750 x 750)
Drum
Tubular marker4.5.6 Scenario #6: Directional Closure Highway 19 Northbound –
North of Median Gate
For directional closures on Highway 19 northbound, north of the median gate, between
Summerset Road and the median gate, the median gate will be used as a crossover
location for Highway 19 northbound to travel in the southbound lanes. Summerset Road
will be used as a crossover location for northbound traffic to cross back onto the normal
traffic side.
See the following figures:
• Figure 9A: Directional Closure Highway 19 Northbound – North of Median Gate –
North End
• Figure 9B: Directional Closure Highway 19 Northbound – North of Median Gate –
South End
Taper lengths and device spacing lengths for this configuration north of Summerset
Road are according to 60 km/h found in Table A and B in the 2020 TMM as the posted
speed limit is 60 km/h on this section until 200 m south of Summerset Road. Signs should
be positioned so as not to block accesses
A TCP will be used to direct traffic into and out of Summerset Road as needed. Devices
should be positioned to allow turning movements into and out of Summerset Road. Left
turns will not be allowed from northbound Highway 19 onto Summerset Road, or from
Summerset Road onto northbound Highway 19. In other words, Summerset Road will
only have right-in, right-out access for this configuration.
The TCP may also be used to assist with the transition for Highway 19 southbound traffic
to crossover onto the northbound side.
MAXIMUM 50 KM/H R-004 signs with CONSTRUCTION SPEED ZONE C-080-T tabs and TWO
WAY TRAFFIC C-132 signs may be repeated every 1-2 km as needed. In particular,
supplemental signs should be installed after major accesses.Figure 9A: Directional Closure Highway 19 Northbound – North of Median Gate – North
End
C-058
To Nanoose Bay
(750 x 750)
60 m
R-003-x
(750 x 900)
50
C-080-Tx
(750 x 450) 60 m
R-004-x Weeks Road Nanoose Station Road
(750 x 900)
50
C-080-Tx Notes
Highway 19
(750 x 450)
60 m
• Drawing not to scale
C-130-R • Taper lengths may need adjustments
(750 x 750) based on local site conditions.
• Minimum 5 devices for each taper.
To Lantzville
C-130-T
(600 x 300) 60 m • Maximum device spacing on tapers =
10 m
C-130-R • Maximum device spacing on curves
(750 x 750) and tangents = 10 m
• On curves, adjust devices based on
60 m available sight distance
Arlington Road • Existing signs that conflict with
construction signs to be covered or
removed
55 m
C-086-1 Legend
(450 x 900)
Barricade
C-001-1 Drum
(750 x 750) 60 m Tubular marker
Barricade with
Summerset Road R-012 and
R-009-1 signs
40 m TCP to position themselves in
40 m 40 m
a safe location and assist with
(Optional)
vehicular access into and out
of Summerset Road
(750 x 750)
C-058
(600 x 600)
R-015-L
(750 x 750)
C-001-1
R-015-Lx
(750 x 750)
2
C-132
(750 x 750)
C-117-Rx
C-024 (900 x 900)
(600 x 600)
Tab OptionalFigure 9B: Directional Closure Highway 19 Northbound – North of Median Gate – South
End
C-132
(750 x 750)
C-024
(600 x 600)
Tab Optional 2
Barricade with
R-012 and
Median Gate C-053 signs
Opening
60 m
Nanoose
C-117-Lx
Rest Area (900 x 900)
150 m
C-086-1 Additional sign assembly
(450 x 900) optional for enhancement
C-132
(750 x 750)
Existing Break in
Median Barrier for 2
C-024
Maintenance and (Optional) (600 x 600)
Authorized Vehicles 210 m
Type C
Median Barrier Flashing
Arrow Board
150 m
Highway 19
Notes C-130-R
(750 x 750)
To Nanoose Bay
• Drawing not to scale
• Devices close to median gate 150 m
opening should be placed to
account for longer commercial C-130-R
vehicles’ turning movements (750 x 750)
• Taper lengths may need
adjustments based on local site C-130-T
(600 x 300)
conditions 150 m
• Minimum 5 devices for each taper
• Maximum device spacing on tapers R-004-x
•
= 15 m
Maximum device spacing on curves
50 (750 x 900)
C-080-T
and tangents = 40 m (750 x 450)
• On curves, adjust devices based on 150 m
available sight distance
•
To Lantzville
Existing signs that conflict with
construction signs to be covered or C-128-x
removed 50 (900 x 900)
• Install “CLOSED” tab on rest area
signs, or cover 150 m
• Cover existing MAXIMUM 90 km/h
R-004 signs on Highway 19 C-128-x
between Hillview Drive and 50 (900 x 900)
Summerset Road C-130-T
(600 x 300)
Legend
150 m
Barricade
Drum
Tubular marker C-058
(750 x 750)5.0 Incident Management Plan
The Incident Management Plan included in this TMP establishes general protocols for
the TCS to follow in the event of an incident. It aims to maintain efficient emergency
services, enable safe traffic movements, and reduce the time required to restore traffic
flow, should an incident occur.
The Incident Management Plan discussed below addresses any additional incidents
which may occur on the detour route. It does not address the original incident which
led to the implementation of this TMP.
All crew members will be familiar with the incident management procedures outlined in
this TMP. The Prime Contractor will ensure that resources are available to respond to
emergencies as needed. The TCS, Traffic Control Manager and Site Supervisor will work
together to provide efficient response and coordination, including any changes that
may need to be made to the traffic control layout.
Incidents covered in this Incident Management Plan include unforeseen events which
affect traffic operations. Examples include vehicle collisions, vehicle breakdown, stalls,
objects falling from vehicles, or any other event which causes disruptions to traffic flow.
It also includes situations where emergency vehicles require access to and/or through
the closure/work zone.
Note: Procedures for tracking and responding to incidents such as worker injuries would
be covered in the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Plan.
5.1 Detection of an Incident
The TCS, Dan Froese, will monitor the areas within, and in the vicinity of, the work zone. If
an incident is detected, Dan will immediately respond.
If any of the crew members or TCPs detect an incident, they will relay all relevant
information to the TCS. Relevant information includes the following:
• Location of the incident
• Number of people involved and their current condition
• Whether or not emergency services may need to be called
• Any other relevant information such as accessibility issues, fire, or hazards5.2 Incident Management Procedures
The TCS will then verify the incident, assess the severity of the incident, call additional
emergency services if required, and inform the Traffic Control Manager who will work
with the TCS, Site Supervisor, and relevant field staff in order to respond to the incident
appropriately.
The TCS will follow the procedure below, coordinating with the Traffic Control Manager
and Site Supervisor as necessary:
1) Based on the severity of the incident, monitor and secure the area as necessary
2) Adjust the traffic control layout as required to allow emergency services access
to the incident as quickly as possible
3) Direct emergency responders to the incident and assist as necessary
4) Modify the traffic control layout as necessary and maintain traffic flow if possible.
The Site Supervisor will be responsible for the following:
1) Informing all crew members (by radio or directly talking to them) of the incident
and the possibility of additional emergency crews entering the detour area
2) Notifying the Ministry’s representative as soon as practical – including the
following information, as available:
a. That an incident has occurred
b. Planned clearance time of the incident
c. Clearance measures required
d. Response measures taken
e. Planned measures, including modified traffic control layout, to restore
traffic flow
3) Providing regular updates to the Ministry’s representative – typically every 30
mins.
5.3 Public Notification
Upon notification of the incident, the Site Supervisor will immediately contact the
Transportation Management Centre BC (TMCBC) to notify them of the incident,
changes to traffic patterns, and estimated clearance time. The Site Supervisor will
update TMCBC with information as made available from the Site Supervisor.
Depending on the severity of incident, if there are significant delays (longer than 30
mins), TCPs and other crew members may be used to walk the queue and inform
drivers of the following information:
• That an incident has occurred
• Estimated delay and clearance time
• Alternate routes (if available)5.4 Resumption of Traffic Flow
At the conclusion of the incident, crew members will work with the TCS and Site
Supervisor to clear the incident area of equipment and debris before restoring traffic
flow to the layouts in this TMP. The Site Supervisor will notify the Ministry’s representative
once the incident is cleared and traffic flow is restored to the plans in this TMP.
In addition, the TCS will work with the Traffic Control Manager and Site Supervisor to:
1) Survey the incident area for any damage to infrastructure, equipment and
materials. If significant damage is observed, the affected area should be
protected from general traffic and the public. The Site Supervisor will notify the
Ministry Representative of any repairs which may need to be made.
2) Complete the Incident Management Report – which will then be sent to the
Ministry Representative
3) Relevant parties will meet to discuss the incident including:
• What happened?
• Why did it happen?
• What could have prevented it from happening?
• What improvements can be made to the traffic control layouts or the TMP
as a whole to prevent this, or similar incidents, from happening again in
the future?5.5 Emergency Contact List
Emergency/Public Services Phone Number
Emergency – Police, Fire, Ambulance 911
Oceanside RCMP (non-emergency) XXX-XXX-XXXX
Lantzville Fire Department (non-emergency) XXX-XXX-XXXX
BC Ambulance (non-emergency) XXX-XXX-XXXX
Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (non- XXX-XXX-XXXX
emergency)
BC Hydro XXX-XXX-XXXX
FortisBC Gas XXX-XXX-XXXX
Telus XXX-XXX-XXXX
Shaw XXX-XXX-XXXX
WorkSafeBC XXX-XXX-XXXX
Provincial Emergency Program XXX-XXX-XXXX
Ministry of Transportation Phone Number
Ministry’s representative (Operations Manager) – XXX-XXX-XXXX
Liam Smith
Alternate Ministry’s representative (Road Area XXX-XXX-XXXX
Manager) – William Lee
District Manager – Susan Hardy XXX-XXX-XXXX
Contractor Phone Number
Site Supervisor – John Smith XXX-XXX-XXXX
Alternate Site Supervisor (if John unavailable) – Eric XXX-XXX-XXXX
Johnson
Traffic Control Manager – Jane Smith XXX-XXX-XXXX
Traffic Control Supervisor – Dan Froese XXX-XXX-XXXX
Traffic Engineer – Emma Li XXX-XXX-XXXX6.0 Public Information Plan
This Public Information Plan details methods for communicating to the travelling public,
especially any delays in travel. It also outlines methods for providing work updates to
the Road Authority.
Public notification through DriveBC is critical for informing road users of the incident on
this section of Highway 19 and keeping them updated on the anticipated delays and
closure time. As stated in the Highway Maintenance Agreement, the Contractor will
contact the Transportation Management Centre BC (TMCBC), who will then post the
notification onto DriveBC.
In addition, the Contractor will contact local radio stations and other media outlets, as
well as use social media, as required, to provide up-to-date traffic information to the
public. Local radio stations include, but are not limited to, the following:
Local Radio Stations Phone Number
Island Radio XXX-XXX-XXXX
The Wave 102.3 FM Radio XXX-XXX-XXXX
CHLY 101.7 FM Radio XXX-XXX-XXXX
CHWF 106.9 The Wolf Radio XXX-XXX-XXXX
Due to the unplanned nature and short duration of the implementation, dynamic
message signs will not be used for this project. Instead, static advance warning signs will
be used, as indicated in the traffic control drawings.You can also read
