The obligation
The code lists Australian Standards for road signs, traffic control devices, road safety barriers and high visibility garments.
Appendix 4 lists standards including AS1743 road signs, AS/NZS 1906 retroreflective materials, AS/NZS 3845 road safety barrier systems, AS 4191 portable traffic signal systems, AS 4192 illuminated flashing arrow signs and AS/NZS 4602 high visibility safety garments. The code's sample safe work method statement provides that workers wear high visibility clothing, safety footwear, a wide brim hat and any other equipment identified in the risk assessment.
- What
- The code lists Australian Standards for road signs, traffic control devices, road safety barriers and high visibility garments.
- Source
- worksafe.qld.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Standards for traffic control devices and high visibility clothing is a WHS requirement set out in Traffic management for construction work 2008 (QLD). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). The relevant provision is Traffic Management for Construction or Maintenance Work Code of Practice 2008 > Standards.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Standards for traffic control devices and high visibility clothing is a WHS obligation under Traffic management for construction work 2008 (QLD). In short, The code lists Australian Standards for road signs, traffic control devices, road safety barriers and high visibility garments.
What changed recently?
Standards for traffic control devices and high visibility clothing was last updated on 19 October 2026.