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SECTION 711 - WIRE ROPE SAFETY BARRIER (WRSB)
##This section cross-references Sections 703, 708 and 812.
If any of the above sections are relevant, they should be included in the specification.
If any of the above sections are not included in the specification, all references to those
sections should be struck out, ensuring that the remaining text is still coherent:
711.01 GENERAL
This section covers the requirements for the supply of materials and installation, of wire rope
safety barrier (WRSB) systems and associated works.
711.02 STANDARDS
(a) Australian Standards
Australian Standards are referenced in an abbreviated form (e.g. AS 1012).
AS 1012 Methods of testing concrete
AS 1379 Specification and supply of concrete
AS/NZS 3000 Wiring rules
AS 3610 Formwork for concrete
AS 3799 Liquid membrane-forming curing compounds for concrete
AS/NZS 3845 Road safety barrier systems
(b) Other Documents
Proprietary Manufacturer’s specification and drawings for the proprietary WRSB
system and associated national or international standards.
NCHRP 350 National Cooperative Highway Research Program Report 350
AASHTO Manual for Assessing Safety Hardware (MASH-1) 2009
VicRoads Traffic Engineering Manual Volume 2
VicRoads Road Design Note RDN 06-02C - The use of wire rope safety barriers
(WRSB)
VicRoads Road Design Note RDN 06-04G - Accepted safety barrier products
Section 175 details the reference to these documents.
711.03 WRSB SYSTEM
The WRSB shall be a four wire rope proprietary system, which satisfies the requirements of
the current version of VicRoads Road Design Note RDN 06–02, including:
(a) Conformance with the Recommended Procedures for the Safety Performance Evaluation
of Highway Features, National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP)
Report 350 -with the matrix of test conditions, as follows:
(i) minimum Test Level 4 for the length of need and transition as shown in Table 3.1;
and
(ii) minimum Test Level 3 for all terminals as shown in Table 3.2.
(b) Conformance with the requirements of AS/NZS 3845.
(c) Details of the particular WRSB systems (longitudinal barrier and terminals) have been
submitted to VicRoads and accepted for use in accordance with the current version of
VicRoads Road Design Note 06-04.
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711.04 MATERIALS
(a) WRSB Materials
Materials for the WRSB shall be manufactured in accordance with the specification for the
proprietary WRSB system and satisfy the requirements of the system for a minimum
design life of 20 years. The proprietary WRSB systems shall have the same composition,
mechanical properties and geometry as those used in the verification and acceptance
tests in its country of origin.
The steel posts shall be hot dipped galvanised after the manufacturing process and shall
be powder coated with a thermosetting polyester powder coating (Dulux Anotec Heritage
Green or approved equivalent), while specified posts shall be white in accordance with
Clause 711.07(c). The powder coating shall provide a grainy, low gloss appearance.
The Contractor shall nominate, supply and install one type of proprietary WRSB system
throughout the Works.
(b) Concrete
(i) Portland Cement-based Concrete
Portland cement–based concrete shall be N20, N25 or N32 standard strength grade,
as specified for the application and complying with the requirements of AS 1379
and as stated in Table 711.041.
(ii) Geopolymer Binder-based Concrete
Geopolymer binder-based concrete shall comply with the requirements of
Section 703 and manufactured to comply with the minimum 28 day compressive
strength requirements for each strength grade ranging from 20 MPa to 32 MPa as
stated in Table 711.041.
The use of chemical admixtures shall comply with the requirements of Section 703.
Table 711.041
Portland Cement Geopolymer Binder Minimum
Concrete Strength Concrete Strength Compressive Strength
Grade Grade at 28 days (MPa)
N20 20 20
N25 25 25
N32 32 32
711.05 CERTIFICATES OF COMPLIANCE OF MATERIALS, COMPONENTS AND
PROCESSES
The Contractor shall submit for review by the Superintendent not less than 14 days prior to
the proposed use of materials and components, a signed statement including relevant test
reports demonstrating the compliance of the materials and components with the specification
for the proprietary WRSB system and this specification.
HP The installation of the WRSB shall not proceed until the signed statement and
certificates of compliance have been accepted by the Superintendent.
The Contractor’s statement shall also be supported with certificates of compliance certifying
that the zinc coating mass of galvanised steel components, the powder coating and welding
procedures for relevant components of the proprietary WRSB systems are in accordance with
the manufacturer’s specification and the associated national or international standards and
the specification.
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The Contractor’s statement and supporting documentation shall identify all relevant national
or international standards with which the various materials, components or fabrication and
welding processes must comply.
711.06 MATERIAL HANDLING AND STORAGE
All materials and components shall be handled and stored such that damage that may affect
performance is avoided, particularly to threaded components. Care shall be taken to avoid
damage to galvanised and powder coating systems. Any damage that occurs shall be made
good in accordance with the national or international standard with which the various
materials or components must comply, the specification, and to the satisfaction of the
Superintendent. Wire ropes shall be supplied on reels and shall not be twisted or kinked.
The Contractor shall provide, for each of the materials and components, a copy of the
manufacturer’s information as specified below:
(a) Manufacturer’s name
(b) Product reference
(c) Certificate of date of manufacture.
All posts shall be permanently and clearly marked with the manufacturer’s identification
mark, which shall be clearly visible at the completion of the installation.
711.07 INSTALLATION OF WRSB
(a) General
The Contractor shall install the WRSB in accordance with the drawings and the
manufacturer’s requirements.
(b) Post Foundations and Anchor Blocks
(i) Where no geotechnical investigation is undertaken the proprietary WRSB supplier’s
nominated default anchor and post footing shall be used in accordance with the
manufacturer’s product manual and VicRoads Road Design Note RDN 06-04.
(ii) A geotechnical investigation shall be undertaken to determine the soil properties
and to ensure the accuracy of the installation and performance of the barrier where:
(1) The Contractor proposes to use an approved alternative anchor or post
foundation as identified within the manufacturer’s product manual and VicRoads
Road Design Note RDN 06-04.
(2) Where site constraints restrict the use of the default or an approved alternative
anchor or post foundation. In which case the Contractor shall provide the
geotechnical information to the proprietary WRSB supplier and obtain a written
statement from the supplier that the anchor block size and post foundation size
are appropriate for the existing natural or constructed ground conditions and
the installation meets the operational requirements.
The geotechnical investigation shall ensure that the completed in situ concrete post
foundation system meets the requirements of the proprietary WRSB system and will
not crack, lift or displace during impact by a vehicle equivalent to the design vehicle
during the design life of the barrier.
The Contractor shall confirm with the supplier the geotechnical information
required, but shall include as a minimum:
• soil bearing pressure
• soil type
• average allowable soil stress.
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The Contractor shall include sufficient time for the geotechnical investigation in its
program.
HP Anchor blocks and post foundations shall not be constructed until the
design and manufacturer’s acceptance has been reviewed by the
Superintendent.
(iii) General Construction and Concrete Requirements
HP Anchor blocks and post foundation shall not be cast until inspected by the
Superintendent.
Anchor block foundation and post foundation holes shall be free of loose material,
debris and water prior to the placement of concrete.
Further to any installation guidelines for construction of anchor blocks for a
proprietary WRSB system, the Contractor shall form anchor block holes by
excavating the hole to the correct dimension, shape, level and alignment specified
by the proprietary system.
Over-excavation of the anchor block excavation shall not be reformed with form
work or soil, but shall be cleaned out and filled with concrete forming the concrete
anchor block.
In situ concrete post foundations shall be constructed using N25 strength grade
concrete or 20 MPa geopolymer binder-based concrete conforming to the
requirements of Clause 711.04(b).
Notwithstanding the specific proprietary WRSB system requirements, the anchor
blocks shall be constructed using N32 strength grade concrete or 32 MPa
geopolymer binder-based concrete conforming to the requirements of
Clause 711.04(b).
All anchor frames, posts, sockets and reinforcing rings shall be positioned to the line
and levels as specified in the drawings and shall be secured against displacement
during placing of the concrete.
No construction joints shall be provided within the anchor block.
The finished surface of all anchor blocks and footings shall be shaped such that
water cannot pool on the surface.
(c) Wire Rope and Posts
The Contractor shall install the wire rope and posts to the line, level and height as shown
on the drawings, the specification, manufacturer’s specification and to the tolerances
specified in Clause 711.08.
Where WRSB is used in a narrow paved median without kerb, all posts shall be white. In
all other cases, the posts shall be green.
Posts shall be spaced in accordance with the manufacturer’s specification unless
otherwise required by the design requirements of VicRoads Road Design Note
RDN 06-02. Posts shall be installed with their correct profile in the direction of travel.
Intermediate anchors shall be spaced in accordance with the lesser of the manufacturer’s
specification or Section 4.3.7 of VicRoads Road Design Note RDN 06-02, and installed as
per the manufacturer’s specification and drawings.
The vertical alignment of the wire ropes shall be smooth and uniform, without sudden
changes in gradient and generally consistent with the vertical alignment of the edge of
the traffic lanes. The length of the post socket or overall length of the post may be
adjusted in accordance with the tolerances specified by the manufacturer to achieve the
specified vertical alignment. Any such adjustment shall be as per the
manufacturer’s specification and obtained written statement of advice,
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HP The WRSB shall not be installed until the set out alignment of the posts has been
reviewed and accepted by the Superintendent.
The Contractor shall allow the Superintendent a minimum of one working day to
inspect the pegged alignment and a further minimum period of five working days
to provide its acceptance including details of any required changes in alignment,
length or number of installations or terminals.
In the event that the horizontal and/or vertical geometry of the alignment do not satisfy
the manufacturer’s requirements or the specification, the Contractor shall immediately
notify the Superintendent advising details of the deficient areas along with the proposed
dispositions. Any adjustments accepted by the Superintendent shall then be made to the
alignment or the level of the median or outer verge to ensure that the installation
complies with the requirements of the proprietary WRSB system and the specification.
(d) Location of Posts adjacent to Batter Hinge Points
WRSB posts constructed with the manufacturer’s default post footing design shall be
located at the greater of a minimum 1 m offset from the batter hinge point and the
manufacturer’s specification, subject to dynamic deflection requirements being met. The
batter hinge point is defined as per VicRoads Standard Drawing SD 4551.
Where the minimum offset to the batter hinge point is to be reduced, the depth
of footing is to be adjusted as per the manufacturer’s specification and the
Contractor shall obtain a written statement of advice from the manufacturer
based on geotechnical testing. This shall be submitted by the Contractor for
review by the Superintendent. Side Load Testing as per Clause 711.07(f) shall
also be undertaken at 45 degrees to the WRSB in ALL directions at locations
nominated by the Superintendent.
(e) Tensioning of the Wire Rope
Each wire rope shall be tensioned in accordance with the relationship between rope
tension and ambient temperature, applicable to the proprietary WRSB system as per the
manufacturer’s specification. The tension shall be measured using a tension meter
supported with a current calibration certificate. Prior to commissioning the WRSB
system, the tension in each wire rope shall be checked, and re-tensioned if required, to
ensure compliance with the ambient temperature/rope tension relationship.
The Contractor shall prepare and submit a tensioning report for review by the
Superintendent within seven days of the tensioning works being carried out.
(f) Loading Test of Post Foundations
Side load testing of posts shall be undertaken at locations nominated by the
Superintendent prior to the installation of the wire rope to provide evidence that
the foundations satisfy the specification requirements and will not crack, lift or
displace during impact by a vehicle equivalent to the design vehicle during the
design life of the barrier.
The Superintendent may request side load testing be undertaken at the discretion of the
Superintendent:
where non-standard post foundations are to be used, i.e. not the manufacturer’s
nominated default foundation
in the event that the soil type cannot be verified
ground conditions are such that the required depth of footing cannot be installed
in certain geological conditions, i.e. a rock cut section where the post foundation may
be reduced in length, or where soft clay or medium to loose sand profiles have been
identified and the standard foundation dimensions may be insufficient
where posts are required to be located at the minimum offset to batter hinge points
[refer Clause 711.07(d)].
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Side load testing of posts shall be carried out by applying a force of 10 kN
(approximately 1 tonne) to the post 600 mm above ground level at an angle of
45 degrees to the WRSB. The top of the footing shall not move more than 3 mm.
If the footing withstands the force with a movement of less than 3 mm at
ground level then the footing shall be considered acceptable.
The test shall be carried out by placing a post into the completed concrete footing and
using a lever hoist or equivalent and calibrated load cell anchored to a truck.
At the completion of the load testing, the Contractor shall remove the test posts and
rectify any disturbed or damaged post foundations.
The result of all tests shall be recorded digitally (photograph) and logged against
location. For any footings failing the test the Contractor shall seek advice from the
Superintendent based on relevant advice from the manufacturer, take remedial
measures and re-test the rectified post plus one other similar post at no cost to the
Principal.
(g) WRSB over Box Culverts and Concrete Pipes
Where WRSB has been designed to straddle a box culvert or a concrete pipe crossing, as
shown on the drawings or as stated in this specification, the post spacing shall be located
centrally about the box culvert or concrete pipe. Adjacent post spacing at box culverts or
concrete pipe crossings may be locally reduced to meet this requirement.
711.08 CONSTRUCTION TOLERANCES
Tolerances for construction of the WRSB system shall be in accordance with the lesser of the
manufacturer’s specification or as follows:
(a) vertical tolerance on the height of the WRSB shall be ± 20 mm from the design line
(b) longitudinal line tolerance for the WRSB system shall be ± 20 mm in plan view
(c) tolerance on post spacing shall be ± 25 mm.
WRSB height shall be measured from the road pavement when it is located within 1.5 m of
the edge of pavement. For distances beyond 1.5 m, the WRSB height shall be measured
from the ground surface at its location.
711.09 COMPLIANCE AUDITING OF BARRIER SYSTEM INSTALLATION
HP Further to Clause 711.07 Installation of WRSB, and prior to the issue of the
Certificate of Practical Completion, the Contractor shall arrange for a safety barrier
compliance audit on all WRSB installations constructed under the Contract. The audit
shall be undertaken and a report prepared by the Australian Licensed Supplier of the safety
barrier system. A Certificate of Compliance (CoC) signed by the Contractor’s Representative
and the Licensed Supplier shall be provided certifying that the product systems (including
terminals) have been installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s Installation Manual and
this specification. A CoC shall be provided for each length of WRSB installed including
terminals.
In addition the Contractor shall complete and submit to the Superintendent a signed
copy of the manufacturer’s Installation Checklist / Inspection and Test Plan as per
the manufacturer’s Product and Installation Manual.
711.10 DELINEATORS
The Contractor shall supply and fasten delineators to the WRSB system, comprising post caps
fitted with 50 x 100 mm Class 1A retro-reflective material, as defined in AS/NZS 1906.2, or
placed on the front top of the post above the wire ropes. Delineators shall be installed at
approximately 12.5 to 15 m spacing. Delineators shall not be placed on flared sections.
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The Contractor shall arrange delineators so that vehicles approaching from either direction at
night will only see:
• red delineators on the left side of one-way and two-way roadways;
• white delineators on the right side of two-way roadways; and
• yellow delineators on the right side of one-way roadways.
Delineators shall not be installed on WRSB posts when the WRSB offset is greater than 4 m
from the traffic lane. White guide posts with delineators shall be installed in accordance with
the VicRoads Traffic Engineering Manual Volume 2.
Where guard fence delineators are required to be installed as part of the Works, they shall be
installed in accordance with the VicRoads Traffic Engineering Manual Volume 2.
711.11 STRAY CURRENT EFFECTS ON WRSB
All wires within a WRSB system shall be tested for induced currents and voltages relative to
all other adjacent wires and the ground using calibrated equipment in accordance with
AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules by a qualified electrical contractor. Tests shall be undertaken at
each location where two sections of WRSB overlap at anchorage points. Where an induced
current or voltage is recorded, or high voltage powerlines are within 50 m of the barrier, the
WRSB system shall be earthed to remove current or voltage running through the wires.
All wires in the WRSB and overlapping sections of WRSB shall be connected to earth using a
flexible system, detailed in a submission for acceptance by the Superintendent. The earthing
shall occur at the location of overlapping WRSB and at a maximum of 500 m intervals along
the length of each affected section of WRSB.
Prior to putting the WRSB system into service the earthing shall be checked to ensure that
any further stray current effects have been eliminated.
711.12 INTERACTION OF WRSB WITH EXISTING ASSETS
The Contractor shall install the WRSB to provide for its dynamic deflection that does not
interfere with any existing roadside furniture.
The Contractor shall remove any guard fence located between existing assets, such as gantry
legs, variable speed signs and bridge piers, and the WRSB as shown on the drawings. The
Contractor shall allow for the interaction between the WRSB and all roadside furniture,
including slip base light poles, by providing for the maximum barrier deflection as per
VicRoads Road Design Note RDN 06-02, or providing reduced post spacing therefore reducing
the WRSB dynamic deflection as per VicRoads Road Design Note RDN 06-04 and the
manufacturer’s specification.
The Contractor shall integrate the WRSB with any existing lengths of safety barriers
protecting ends of bridge parapets as shown on the drawings and in accordance with
Clause 711.13.
The Contractor shall not connect new WRSB to existing WRSB unless it is the same system
comprising the same components.
The Contractor shall remove and dispose of existing guide posts that conflict with a new
WRSB, including any in front of a new WRSB located within a 4 m offset from the traffic lane
and any behind a new WRSB greater than 4 m offset from the traffic lane, as well as bollards
or other roadside furniture affected by the Works or where shown on the drawings or
instructed by the Superintendent.
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711.13 MODIFICATION TO THE WRSB AT THE INTERFACE WITH GUARD FENCE
The Contractor shall be responsible for any alteration and/or relocation of any existing guard
fence, including the removal and disposal of existing redundant guard fence, dismantling and
reinstating existing guard fence (including terminals) and extension of existing guard fence
(including the provision of a concrete maintenance strip) where required and as shown on the
drawings.
The Contractor shall terminate the WRSB at the interface with the guard fence ensuring
sufficient overlapping of systems as detailed on the drawings.
Any variations to the interface of the WRSB with the guard fence shall be reviewed
for acceptance by the Superintendent prior to installation of the WRSB.
Any modifications to the guard fence shall be in accordance with Section 708 and the
relevant VicRoads Standard Drawings.
The Contractor shall be responsible for the supply of all materials and labour necessary to
undertake the modification works as specified above and as shown on the drawings.
711.14 MINIMUM EXTENT OF WRSB AT ROADSIDE HAZARDS
The minimum lengths and post spacing of WRSB provided at any median or outer verge
hazard shall be in accordance with the requirements of VicRoads Road Design Note
RDN 06-02, VicRoads Road Design Note RDN 06-04, and Standard Drawing SD 4301.
Median or outer verge hazards shall be considered to be any rigid object or non-driveable
terrain within the design clear zone, including but not limited to:
• bridge piers;
• sign gantries;
• variable speed signs;
• sections of existing guard fence (including terminals);
• roadside vegetation;
• culvert endwalls;
• non-driveable table drains; and
• non-driveable batter slopes.
711.15 ASSOCIATED PAVEMENT (SHOULDER) WIDENING
The Contractor shall widen the existing shoulder on the median or outer verge applications
adjacent to locations where WRSB is to be installed, in accordance with VicRoads Supplement
to AGRD Part 6 Section V6.7.12, or as shown on the typical cross section, drawings or
specification.
The Contractor shall provide additional pavement between the edge of existing pavement and
the WRSB. The Contractor shall adopt the nominated pavement design. Where a nominated
pavement design has not been specified the Contractor shall construct the widening with a
pavement that matches the existing.
The edge of shoulder shall be saw-cut to provide a neat straight edge against which the
additional pavement can be placed.
711.16 MAINTENANCE STRIP FOR WRSB
The Contractor shall provide a concrete maintenance strip beneath the WRSB and terminals
in unpaved areas of median or outer verge applications as shown on the drawings or as
specified. Where concrete paving adjoins the sealed carriageway, the paving shall match the
level of the adjacent shoulder.
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The concrete maintenance strip shall be placed parallel to the barrier, such that it extends a
minimum of 300 mm clear of both sides of the WRSB post or as otherwise specified. It shall
be constructed with minimum 2% crossfall or with the same slope as abutting pavement and
shall be constructed flush with the adjacent ground level so the finished level does not
impede road runoff.
The concrete maintenance strip shall be placed between and around the post foundations to
not affect the performance of the WRSB.
The concrete maintenance strip shall consist of minimum 75 mm depth of N20 strength grade
concrete or 20 MPa geopolymer binder-based concrete conforming to the requirements of
Clause 711.04(b), on minimum 75 mm of compacted Class 3 crushed rock. Where the soil is
solid well compacted in situ material as agreed by the Superintendent, the crushed rock can
be omitted and a minimum 100 mm depth of N20 strength grade concrete placed for the
maintenance strip.
Where the maintenance strip is adjacent to kerb or pavement, separation from the kerb or
pavement by the use of a cork expansion joint (or approved alternative) shall be used.
Dummy joints at least 20 mm deep and 5 mm wide shall be formed at 2 m intervals across
the full width of the concrete maintenance strip. Expansion joints shall be placed at intervals
not exceeding 12 m.
The Contractor shall topsoil and grass all disturbed areas as necessary to ensure that the
concrete maintenance strip is flush with the adjacent ground surface level.
All bedding material used for cast in place concrete construction works shall be Class 3
Crushed Rock in accordance with Section 812.
711.17 PLACING, COMPACTING AND FINISHING CONCRETE
Concrete shall be transported, handled and placed to prevent segregation, loss or leakage of
materials. Fresh concrete shall not be placed against concrete which has taken its initial set,
except at properly formed construction joints. Concrete shall be thoroughly compacted by
means of continuous tamping and internal vibration and shall be worked around any
embedments and anchorages and into corners of formwork or excavations to produce a dense
concrete free from voids, honeycombing, segregation or surface defects.
Unformed surfaces shall be hand tamped to ensure a smooth surface and screeded to achieve
the specified level, dimensions, falls and tolerances. Surfaces shall be finished uniform in
appearance with a Class 3 surface finish in accordance with AS 3610.
Any concrete repairs shall be carried out using a method and materials accepted by the
Superintendent.
711.18 CURING OF CONCRETE
The curing of exposed concrete surfaces shall commence immediately after finishing
operations are progressively completed and shall continue uninterrupted for a period of not
less than seven days after placing the concrete.
Concrete shall be cured either by water curing, wet hessian, polyethylene sheeting which is
adequately sealed against evaporative moisture losses, curing compound or a combination of
these. Freshly finished exposed concrete surfaces shall be effectively protected from rain or
damage from other sources, until hard set has occurred.
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Curing compounds shall comply with AS 3799. The curing compound shall be applied in two
coats using a fine spray at the rate stated on the certificate of compliance. The curing
membrane shall be maintained intact for not less than the specified period of curing.
Any damage to the curing membrane during the period of curing shall be repaired
immediately at the original rate of application.
Where used, geopolymer concrete shall be cured in accordance with the requirements of
Section 703.
711.19 CONFORMANCE TESTING FOR CONCRETE STRENGTH AND CONSISTENCY
The minimum compressive strength requirements for each strength grade shall be as shown
in Table 711.041.
Sampling and testing of the strength of concrete shall be carried out in accordance with
Clause 6.2 of AS 1379. The frequency of sampling and testing shall provide at least one
sample to be tested for each 50 m3 or part thereof of each strength grade placed on any one
day, at the point of discharge. Where less than 50 m3 is provided for any one day then one
sample of each strength grade shall be tested.
The consistency of the concrete shall be determined by a slump test of each concrete
strength sample in accordance with AS 1012.3 and Clause 5.2 of AS 1379. The concrete
represented by the samples shall be deemed to comply with the nominated concrete slump if
the measured slump is within the limits given in Table 5.1 of Clause 5.2 of AS 1379.
711.20 EXISTING SIGNS AND MARKINGS
All existing signs that are temporarily removed or relocated during the execution of the works
shall be reinstated to their original location as soon as practical to ensure that adequate
information is provided to road users. In all cases the Contractor shall provide continuity of
regulatory and warning signs.
The Contractor shall reinstate all signs to a standard not less than the pre-existing condition
and to the satisfaction of the Superintendent.
The Contractor shall reinstate any existing painted edge lines and reinstate or replace any
missing Raised Reflective Pavement Markers (RRPMs) along the length of the Works,
including RRPMs damaged by the installation process for the WRSB.
711.21 SUPPLY OF ADDITIONAL MATERIALS
The Contractor shall supply additional posts and associated fittings as specified. These posts
and fittings shall be delivered to a storage area nominated by the Superintendent and shall
include all appropriate components as required by the proprietary WRSB system to repair
damage which occurs beyond the expiration of the Defects Liability Period.
The Contractor shall provide details of the posts and associated fittings as required by the
proprietary WRSB system. The Contractor shall make due allowance for the supply and
delivery of all required components to be paid under the relevant Provisional Quantity items.
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711.22 ACCIDENT DAMAGE TO WRSB
In the event of any damage to the WRSB caused by errant vehicles prior to the Date of
Practical Completion and during the Defects Liability Period, the Contractor shall make the
area immediately safe for traffic and shall be responsible for repairs, including all associated
traffic management measures. Repairs shall be undertaken within five working days of an
impact or of a request by the Superintendent.
The Contractor shall be responsible for the supply of all WRSB materials including any
concrete necessary to undertake the repair works to be paid under the relevant Provisional
Quantity items.
During the Contract period, the Contractor shall record the number of vehicle impacts where
damage has occurred to the WRSB so that VicRoads can maintain a maintenance history of
the WRSB installations.
711.23 MEDIAN CROSSINGS
Where a median crossing is removed, the Contractor shall reinstate the median with a
treatment consistent with the surrounding area. Any redundant median crossing signs within
the Limit of the Works shall be removed and delivered to a storage area nominated by the
Superintendent.
Median crossings within the Limit of the Works shall be retained by the Contractor.
Where detailed on the drawings, new median crossing points shall be constructed in
accordance with the pavement details specified, to provide for adequate access for
emergency vehicles and shall be integrated with the WRSB installation.
711.24 EXISTING VEGETATION
The Contractor shall ensure that the existing vegetation within the Limit of Works is not
affected by the Works. Areas where no works are required shall not be disturbed. Any
damage to existing vegetation shall be rectified immediately to the satisfaction of the
Superintendent.
711.25 GRASSING OF DISTURBED AREAS
(a) General
All disturbed areas shall be topsoiled and grassed.
All areas are to be cultivated to a minimum 50 mm depth, and moistened prior to the
application of grass seed and fertiliser.
Grass seed shall be applied at a rate of not less than 200 kg/Ha. Fertilizer shall be
applied in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
HP A joint inspection of all grassed areas shall be carried out between the
Contractor and Superintendent three months after sowing has taken place.
Areas with less than 90% cover shall be re-sown by the Contractor.
Any remedial works required are to be performed within two weeks of the date of
inspection.
(b) Maintenance of Grassed Areas
The Contractor shall be responsible for the maintenance of grassed areas, including
mowing, for the duration of the Defects Liability Period for the Whole of the Works.
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