LANTRA 12D Temporary Traffic Management Basic Course

Who Should Attend: 

For all persons starting work for the first time in the temporary traffic management industry, and for those persons that do not hold any current NHSS12A/B/C/D registration cards or certificates.

On completion of the course you will:

• Be aware of the relevant codes of practice and other associated documentation when involved in traffic management
• Be aware of National Highway Sector Schemes (NHSS)
• Understand the QA process and NHSS documents
• Be aware of the different types of roads across the UK road network
• Be aware of which roads/works are covered by which NHSS document
• Be aware of the different classifications of “road users” i.e. pedestrians, horse riders, cyclists etc
• Understand the different terminology used in the Temporary Traffic Management (TTM) industry in relation to different roads
• Understand the process(es) required to become a qualified Operative and obtain a skills registration card, plus ongoing training to Supervisor level
• Be aware of Health and Safety requirements including risk assessments and method statements
• Have an understanding of the variety of TTM equipment and the basic principles of its use
• Understand what constitutes a safety zone
• Be aware of the general PPE requirements
• Understand crossing the carriageway HSE CIS53
• Be aware of the different types of vehicles used in TTM and where they are used
• Understand the environment where learners are expected to work
• Be aware of the safe way to enter/exit a site
• Be aware of the need to maintain sites, and what is involved
• Know how to deal with accidents and emergencies within the works are.

This course will introduce you to: 

• QA and NHSS 12
• Terminology
• Health and Safety
• Equipment
• Safety Zones
• Basic Principles of Temporary Traffic Management and Site Practice
• Maintaining a closure.

Recognised by: 

Highways England, Transport Scotland, Welsh Assembly and Transport NI on their motorways and high speed dual carriageways rural and urban road networks

Duration: 

Half day 

Important Information: 

It is envisaged that, as part of your career progression you can move on to complete one of the 12A/B/C/D operative’s courses rather than retake the TTMBC.

NHSS12AB operative’s course cannot be undertaken within 3 months of the TTMBC course as 3 months 'on the job' experience.

NHSS12C operative’s course and the NHSS12D M1 course can be undertaken without waiting 3 months.