The guidance is intended to replace the Department for Transport Pink Book and TALS 2/11 and 3/11 with immediate effect.

Government officials have confirmed they will begin the process of withdrawing the old documents, the ARTSM said.

The guidance is aimed at traffic management operatives, utilities teams and local authority highways teams, as well as those responsible for training.

It includes a new element on timings and will assist those working in or training operatives for National Highways Sector Scheme 12, and street works and utilities works.

An ARTSM spokeswoman said: 'We thank all those involved in providing feedback during the consultation process, including DfT and the Health and Safety Executive.

'We have reviewed all comments received and we are hopeful that the Guidance will clarify areas of previous uncertainty by drawing all relevant text and earlier guidance into a single place of reference.'

The Guidance is available for free in PDF but a hard copy can be purchased from ARTSM via the website.

Article courtesy of Highways Magazine