Line-marking to combat fatigue in south west Queensland
Published Thursday, 03 July, 2008 at 10:27 AM
Minister for Main Roads and Local Government
The Honourable Warren Pitt
Main Roads completed installing audible line marking on key roads within the south west region as part of its state-wide commitment to improving safety.
Main Roads Minister Warren Pitt said the audible lines were installed at locations within the south west region where there had been a history of fatigue related crashes.
"Audible line markings use a series of closely spaced raised bumps designed to create a continuous noise and vibration when driven on by a motor vehicle,” Mr Pitt said.
“The audible lines are made from a thermoplastic material and are a vital tool to help save lives on our roads."
Main Roads began installing the new audible line marking in early June and completed the work last week.
Mr Pitt said the audible line marking was part of package of safety measures announced by the former Queensland Premier Peter Beattie following the Queensland Road Safety Summit in 2006.
The $8 million funding commitment enabled approximately 1700 kilometres of state and national road to be treated.
"These measures complement initiatives targeted at managing fatigue and enhancing safety in the south west and across Queensland," he said.
"These initiatives include projects such as intersection upgrades, widening roads, installing additional signage and road side markers, as well as clearing the road reserve and providing additional road side rest areas for motorists and heavy vehicles."
The audible lines are installed on sections of the following roads in the south west:
Roma – Mitchell (Warrego Highway)
Mitchell – Morven (Warrego Highway)
Miles – Goondiwindi (Leichhardt Highway)
Morven – Charleville (Warrego Highway)
Morven – Mitchell (Warrego Highway)
Miles – Roma (Warrego Highway)
Morven – Augathella (Landsborough Highway)
For more enquiries regarding safety initiatives in the south west or for further information about other works in the region please contact Main Roads’ south west region on 1800 776 237 or email roma.office@mainroads.qld.gov.au
An image of a roadside with audible line marking is available upon request by phoning the Main Roads Media Unit on 3306 7060.
Media contact: Minister Pitt’s Office 3227 8819
Main Roads Minister Warren Pitt said the audible lines were installed at locations within the south west region where there had been a history of fatigue related crashes.
"Audible line markings use a series of closely spaced raised bumps designed to create a continuous noise and vibration when driven on by a motor vehicle,” Mr Pitt said.
“The audible lines are made from a thermoplastic material and are a vital tool to help save lives on our roads."
Main Roads began installing the new audible line marking in early June and completed the work last week.
Mr Pitt said the audible line marking was part of package of safety measures announced by the former Queensland Premier Peter Beattie following the Queensland Road Safety Summit in 2006.
The $8 million funding commitment enabled approximately 1700 kilometres of state and national road to be treated.
"These measures complement initiatives targeted at managing fatigue and enhancing safety in the south west and across Queensland," he said.
"These initiatives include projects such as intersection upgrades, widening roads, installing additional signage and road side markers, as well as clearing the road reserve and providing additional road side rest areas for motorists and heavy vehicles."
The audible lines are installed on sections of the following roads in the south west:
Roma – Mitchell (Warrego Highway)
Mitchell – Morven (Warrego Highway)
Miles – Goondiwindi (Leichhardt Highway)
Morven – Charleville (Warrego Highway)
Morven – Mitchell (Warrego Highway)
Miles – Roma (Warrego Highway)
Morven – Augathella (Landsborough Highway)
For more enquiries regarding safety initiatives in the south west or for further information about other works in the region please contact Main Roads’ south west region on 1800 776 237 or email roma.office@mainroads.qld.gov.au
An image of a roadside with audible line marking is available upon request by phoning the Main Roads Media Unit on 3306 7060.
Media contact: Minister Pitt’s Office 3227 8819