Main Roads WA has released a NEW Code of Practice for Works on Roads in May 2025 which includes MINOR amendments. We’ve put together a helpful article that summarises some of the key changes from this update.
It is important to note that this article is not a full definitive summary of all changes and is only a summary of key changes. Please ensure you and your team have downloaded the latest version, all amendments and revisions can be found at the beginning of the document.
For more information on the MAJOR updates that occurred with the release of the March 2025 Main Roads WA Code of Practice for Works on Road please [read more here]
Section 1.3.2
Updated wording for Temporary Traffic Management (TTM) Categories
Section 2.4
The Guidelines for Traffic Modelling – Temporary Traffic Management is now available on the Main Roads website.
The guidelines apply when the proposed temporary traffic management will redistribute traffic, significantly lowering the level of service and safety of the surrounding road network, including isolated intersections. This guideline will help determine the appropriate traffic analysis that will be required.
Section 5.1.3
AWTM-Non Practitioner added
Section 6.17.1
Merge taper wording changed: ‘must’ to ‘should’
Section 8
Worksite Traffic Management (WTM) tasks updated
Stay Informed and Stay Compliant
Keeping up with the latest changes ensures your team remains compliant and operates safely on WA roads. We recommend reviewing the full Main Roads WA Code of Practice for Works on Roads and sharing this summary with your crew to help everyone stay on the same page.
Have questions or need training support around the latest updates? Our team is here to help.
Let’s keep safety and compliance front of mind — every project, every time.
Do you need training?
Do you need temporary traffic management training for your team? We have a wide range of public training courses view calendar here or our team can travel to your workplace for onsite training request a quote here.
