RIIRTM301D Operate a Truck or Trailer Mounted Attenuator (TMA)

Truck Mounted Attenuator (TMA) drivers have a very important role for ensuring the protection of all crew members and other workers on site. They provide protection from wayward vehicles or inattentive drivers in or around a work zone. This course allows participants to operate a truck or trailer mounted attenuator when carrying out traffic management activities in the construction industry.

A Truck Mounted Attenuator (TMA) is a vehicle specifically designed or modified, to absorb the impact of a wayward vehicle in a work site. They are used as a "cover" vehicle to protect road workers while they are carrying out various maintenance/work activities. All employees who drive a TMA must, as a Duty of Care, receive suitable and adequate training to allow the operator to safely conduct their duties on site. This training provides the skills and knowledge required to operate a truck or trailer mounted attenuator when carrying out traffic management activities.

Students must have:

• Minimum of 6 months working in traffic management
• Heavy Vehicle Licence (MR, HC, HR, MC)
• Current Implement Traffic Control Guidance Plan RMS Card
• Adequate literacy & numeracy skills

On completion of this program, participants will be able to:

• Plan and prepare to operate the attenuator
• Conduct truck and attenuator pre-operational checks
• Operate communication devices
• Operate truck or trailer mounted attenuator
• Position traffic controls and truck or trailer mounted attenuator
• Carry out operator maintenance
• Undertake appropriate clean up

This course is delivered by face-to-face classroom delivery. On this day you will be provided with all of the resources and learning materials needed to complete this course. You will practice your skills in a simulated workplace environment before undertaking any theory or practical assessments.

For more information about the course, please download our course brochure or to make a booking please contact our office on (02) 4208 1900 or email admin@worksitetraining.com.au