RIISS00056 - Traffic Management Designer Skill Set
The Traffic Management Designer Skill Set (RIISS00056) course provides learners with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed for roles in traffic control designer and management. Aimed at individuals interested in becoming Traffic Control Designer, Traffic Control Managers, or Team Leaders, the course includes four core units: RIICWD503E for traffic management plans and traffic guidance schemes, and RIIRIS402E for risk management for using portable traffic control devices and temporary signs.
Conducted under direct supervision, this course aligns with industry standards as outlined in the Resources and Infrastructure Industry (RII) Training Package, preparing you for operational roles in temporary traffic management.
Course Outline and Structure
- Learner Guides
- Assessment Workbooks
- Templates for Projects and other activities
Course Resources
- RIISS00056 learning and assessment suite
- Relevant documentation
- Simulated workplace environment
- Signage and traffic control devices and equipment, including stop/slow bats
- Two-way radios
- Personal protective equipment
- Computers with access to Rapid Drawing Program
Course Units
- RIICWD503E Prepare traffic management plans and traffic guidance schemes
- RIIRIS402E Carry out the risk management process
Entry Requirements into the Course:
There are no prerequisites required to enter this training program for RIISS00056 – Traffic Management Designer Skill Set.
However, MBC Future Solutions screens learners according to the following criteria:
- Must be 17 years or older
- Have a USI Number (See this link on how to get a USI number)
- Have a Photo ID with at least 100 points (See more information here: Evidence of identity | SafeWork NSW)
- Have a current and valid White Card
- Have own personal protective equipment (PPE) to bring to training and assessment sessions, including:
- Laced up boots (not slip ons)
- Long pants
- Long sleeve shirt
- Wide-brimmed hat
- Sunscreen
- High-visibility shirt/vest
- Have the following:
- Hold a current PWZTMP photocard (for refresher training only)
- Have sound language and literacy skills (at least Year 10 English, or equivalent)
- Have basic computer skills
- Must complete MBC Future Solutions’ Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment (LLN)
Prerequisites / Co-requisites:
There are no formal prerequisites required to enter this training program. However, due to industry requirements, learners are required to complete CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry or its successor prior to enrolment.
Upcoming Courses
| Date/Time | Location | Available Spaces | Cost | ||
| 11 & 12 January 2025 07:30 am – 05:00 pm |
Port Macquarie | 1 | $920.00 | ||
| 15 & 16 February 2025 07:30 am – 05:00 pm |
Port Macquarie | 5 | $920.00 | ||
| 22 & 23 March 2025 08:00 am – 05:00 pm |
Cardiff | 5 | $775.00 | ||
| 5 & 6 April 2025 07:30 am – 05:00 pm |
Port Macquarie | 5 | $920.00 | ||
| 3 & 4 May 2025 08:00 am – 05:00 pm |
Cardiff | 5 | $775.00 | ||
| 21 & 22 June 2025 07:30 am – 05:00 pm |
Port Macquarie | 5 | $920.00 |
*All prices listed are in AUD
White Card – General Construction Induction
Candidates are required to obtain a White Card before undertaking Traffic Control courses, if the training and assessment will be conducted in a construction site, or if the activities would require the candidates to access or enter operational construction zones.
In order to obtain a White Card, the candidate must achieve a Statement of Attainment of the CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the Construction Industry unit of competency. The White Card has no expiry date but would need re-training if the cardholder has been inactive in the construction industry for two (2) or more years.
Skill Set/ Qualification Pathways:
Possible occupational outcomes for RIISS00056 – Traffic Management Designer Skill Set, together with pathways between skill sets/qualifications*:
Skill Set
Graduates at this level will have theoretical and practical knowledge and skills for specialised and/or skilled work and/or further learning.
RIISS00056 – Traffic Management Designer Skill Set
- Traffic Management Designer
- Traffic Management Supervisor
- Team Leader
Certificate II
RII20720 – Certificate II in Civil Construction
- Civil Construction Labourer
- Civil Construction Worker
- Resource and Infrastructure Worker
Certificate III
RII30920 – Certificate III in Civil Construction
- Construction Worker
- Emergency Response Team Member
- Foundation Worker
- Mobile Plant Operator
- Road Builder/Marker/Paver
- Traffic Control Worker
- Tunnel Construction Worker
- Utilities Industry Worker
*Qualifications listed in this section, except for RIISS00056 are not being offered by MBC Future Solutions.
Skill Set Rules:
Successful achievement of the full skill set is composed of two (2) core units designated as follows:
- RIICWD503E Prepare traffic management plans and traffic guidance schemes
- RIIRIS402E Carry out the risk management process
More information on the skill set is available here: https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/RIISS00056
RPL Details
MBC Future Solutions has an RPL process in place which is discussed in detail in the Recognition of Prior Learning Policy.
Prospective learners are informed of the RPL Policy and procedures prior to enrolment in the course and through a variety of means, including:
- Student handbook; and
- MBC Future Solutions website
Pathways Offered for this Course
RPL
Pathway
Learning and Assessment
Pathway
Credit
Transfer
Mode of Delivery
Face-to-Face
Training
Distance
Learning
Context for Assessment
Training room/
Institutional environment
Simulated
environment
Training Facilities:
Each student will gain access to MBC Future Solutions’ learning and assessment suite, which includes:
- Learner Guide for each subject
- Assessment Workbook for each subject
- Templates for Projects and other activities
- Specific equipment and materials per subject
- Relevant documentation
Resources Required to Complete the Course:
Each student will gain access to MBC Future Solutions’ learning and assessment suite, which includes:
RIISS00056 learning and assessment suite, which includes:
- Learner Guides
- Assessment Workbooks
- Templates for Projects and other activities
Relevant documentation, including:
- Relevant legislation/regulations
- Policies and procedures
- Legislative and safety requirements
- Environmental protection requirements
- Emergency procedures
- Operational manuals
- Traffic management plans
- Traffic guidance schemes
- WHS policies and procedures
- Work instructions
- Portable traffic control devices documentation
- Hazard ID forms
- Safety data sheets
- A safe and suitable area for assessment
- Pedestrians
- Drivers and pilot vehicles
- High-visibility clothing
- Headwear
- Safety eyewear
Learners will need to arrange access to:
- A computer with Internet access with a reliable speed of at least 5mbps
- Google Chrome (recommended browser)
- MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel or equivalent applications.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader or equivalent application
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Laced up boots (not slip ons)