The Temporary Traffic Management National Training Framework is a nationally harmonised approach to TTM training, ensuring that individuals in the industry receive consistent training to a recognised industry standard and promote safety at worksites. Training is aligned to accredited skill sets (with units of competency), Austroads Guides to Temporary Traffic Management, Australian Standards, and Jurisdictional requirements.
National Training for Temporary Traffic Management provides:
- graduated learning across Temporary Traffic Management roles
- a structured genuine career path
- theoretical (classroom) and practical on-the-job learning.
Temporary Traffic Management Skill Sets
There are eight core temporary traffic management national training skill sets aligned with the three TTM practitioner roles. These skill sets contain units of competency that must be completed. The table below provides links to skill set information, including entry and assessment criteria.
Temporary Traffic Management Category 1 | Temporary Traffic Management Category 2 | Temporary Traffic Management Category 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
Traffic Controller | RIISS00058 - Traffic Controller - Urban Streets and Low Volume Rural Roads (TC1) | Not applicable – please refer to AGTTM Part 8. | |
Traffic Management Implementer | RIISS00060 - Traffic Management Implementer - Urban Streets and Low Volume Rural Roads (TMI1) | RIISS00061 - Traffic Management Implementer for High Volume Roads (TMI2) | RIISS00062 - Traffic Management Implementer for Motorways and Freeways (TMI3) |
Traffic Management Designer | RIISS00063 - Traffic Management Designer for Urban Streets and Low Volume Rural Roads (TMD1) | RIISS00064 - Traffic Management Designer for High Volume Roads (TMD2) | RIISS00065 - Traffic Management Designer for Motorways and Freeways (TMD3) |
It is important to note that the skill sets and relevant units of competency are part of the training regulatory system, governed by the Australian Qualification Skills Authority (ASQA), or in some cases, the Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority (VRQA) and, in Western Australia, the Training Accreditation Council (TAC). Training organisations must adhere to all aspects of a skill set, including entry requirements and assessment criteria.
Combined courses are available for:
- Traffic Controller 1/Traffic Management Implementer 1
- Traffic Controller 2/Traffic Management Implementer 2
Frequently asked questions
The TTM National Training Framework is aligned with three core roles:
The role and where the work is undertaken, including its complexity, determines the temporary traffic management skill set required.
For each skill set, there is a theory component and, in some instances, a simulated practical. All courses have a post-course practical, as explained in each skill set.
The practical component must be completed within six months of successfully completing the theory. For example, if the theory component is successfully completed on 1 March 2025, then the practical must be completed by 1 September 2025.
Once the practical component has been successfully completed, all requirements of the skill set are met, allowing the individual to work in the role within the jurisdiction where the qualification was achieved. For example, if a learner successfully completes the skill set for Traffic Controller 1 in Victoria, they may work as a traffic controller practitioner on a category 1 road in Victoria.
Any National TTM Skill Set that has been successfully completed will be recognised by another state/territory as long as:
- The state/territory has implemented the National TTM Skill Set.
- The issued Traffic Management Card is current. (The Traffic Management Card is recognised 'current' until it expires or three years from date of issue, whichever comes first.)
- Any required localised content has been completed with an Approved Training Provider (ATP) in the state/territory the individual intends to work in.
Individuals will need to contact relevant state/territory authorities that have not implemented the National TTM Training framework regarding transition arrangements.
In participating states/territories, only Approved Training Providers (ATPs) are authorised to deliver training for one or more of the National Temporary Traffic Management Skill Sets.
These providers can be identified via the logo below:
A list of all Approved Training Providers can be found here.
For further confirmation or queries please contact ttmtraining@austroads.gov.au.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) involves assessing your existing knowledge and experience in relation to to the requirements of an Austroads Temporary Traffic Management Training program (skill set).
If you can demonstrate that you have already acquired the equivalent skills and knowledge and can provide evidence of industry skills and experience within the past two years, you may be granted RPL for the relevant skill set. The evidence you provide may include knowledge, experience and skills gained through part-time, full-time, or casual work.
For further information, please contact an Approved Training Provider.
The National Training Framework for Temporary Traffic Management ensures that individuals working in the industry are appropriately trained, and that their knowledge and skills are kept up-to-date.
To confirm an individual's training status, please use the search function below to locate someone who has successfully completed one or more National Temporary Traffic Management Skill Sets.
Confirm the TTM training status of an individual
*Required fields: An individual's first name, last name and jurisdiction are required to conduct a search.
The following specialised training options are available in participating states and territories.
Any training listed:
- Must be delivered by an Approved Training Provider.
- Does not authorise the individual to perform the duties of a fully qualified Traffic Controller, Traffic Management Implementer or Traffic Management Designer.
Non-practitioner Training
This theory-only course (with no post-course practical required) is designed for workers who do not directly undertake temporary traffic management roles at worksites. These workers need an understanding of traffic management but do not perform traditional traffic management duties.
Short Term Low Impact (STLI)
STLI works are conducted without the assistance of accredited Traffic Management personnel, and in accordance with simplified Traffic Guidance Schemes. This applies specifically to short-term worksites with low impact, where a site-specific risk assessment has determined that the work can be safely undertaken without the use of a Static Worksite.
Utilities Training
The Utilities TTM Worker Accreditation course is designed for all workers employed directly or indirectly by utility organisations providing essential services such as water, gas, electricity, and communications.
‘Indirectly’ refers to companies that support the providers of these services.
This course, developed in collaboration with utility providers, addresses the needs of infield utility workers for the application of restricted TTM practices.
For further information about specialised trainings, please contact: ttmtraining@austroads.gov.au.
Course costs are determined by individual ATPs and are not set or administered by any state, territory, or Austroads. Costs vary by ATP, so please check directly with the provider for detailed pricing.
Updated 22 April 2025.
