Bicycle Lane Closed Ahead TM8-15A (600x600mm) corflute sign panel displays a BICYCLE LANE CLOSED AHEAD message on a yellow retroreflective background. It is used in temporary traffic management setups where road users and cyclists need advance warning that a bicycle lane is closed or temporarily unavailable further ahead.

The signface layout, text legend and colours follow the applicable AS 1743:2023 signface design for the TM8-15A code. This TM Series bicycle lane closed ahead warning panel is supplied as a modular corflute panel for use with compatible temporary roadwork sign frame systems.

UAGS temporary traffic sign corflute panels are manufactured from 6mm UV stabilised corflute using Class 400T retroreflective yellow sheeting with opaque black printing. The black BICYCLE LANE CLOSED AHEAD legend, black border and yellow retroreflective background support clear cyclist-related advance warning where this panel is specified.

This 600x600mm corflute sign panel is compatible with suitable temporary roadwork sign frame systems that accept 600x600mm corflute panels. It may also be used in compatible Multi-Message Sign Frame No. 1 arrangements where the frame configuration accepts 600x600mm corflute panels and the overall pedestrian and cyclist management arrangement is suitable.

In practical use, this panel may be used before temporary bicycle lane closures, roadworks near bicycle lanes, utility works, road resurfacing, construction activities, line marking, changed cyclist access, event traffic management and pedestrian and cyclist management arrangements where advance warning of a bicycle lane closure is required.

Where specified for the site arrangement, related panels may include Bicycle Lane Closed (SYM) TM8-16A, Bicycle Ahead (SYM) TM8-17A, Bicycle (SYM) TM8-18A, cyclist direction panels, pedestrian direction panels, Use Other Footpath panels, Footpath Closed panels, Footpath Closed Ahead panels, Detour panels, Detour Ahead panels, Road Work Ahead panels or suitable 1200x300mm direction or context panels.

This panel provides bicycle lane closure advance warning or site awareness information only. It does not create a lawful bicycle lane closure, cyclist detour, shared traffic arrangement, site compliance, TMP validity, TGS validity or approved traffic control arrangement by itself. Selection, placement, panel pairing, visibility, frame arrangement and use remain subject to the applicable TMP, TGS, pedestrian and cyclist management arrangement, site arrangement, project requirements, site conditions and relevant authority requirements.

Bicycle Lane Closed Ahead TM8-15A FAQs

What is the Bicycle Lane Closed Ahead TM8-15A panel used for?

This panel displays a BICYCLE LANE CLOSED AHEAD message. It may be used where road users and cyclists need advance warning that a bicycle lane is closed or temporarily unavailable ahead as part of a broader temporary traffic management or pedestrian and cyclist management arrangement.

Is this a standard-listed TM Series sign panel?

Yes. TM8-15A is supplied as a standard-listed TM Series bicycle lane closed ahead / cyclist access warning sign panel with a verified national code.

What is the difference between TM8-15A and TM8-16A?

TM8-15A is the advance warning BICYCLE LANE CLOSED AHEAD panel. TM8-16A is the BICYCLE LANE CLOSED panel used where the bicycle lane closure condition is present or identified. The correct panel should match the applicable TMP, TGS, pedestrian and cyclist management arrangement, project requirements and site conditions.

What signface design does this panel follow?

The signface layout, text legend and colours follow the applicable AS 1743:2023 signface design for TM8-15A. This refers to the signface design only. Selection, placement and use still depend on the applicable TMP, TGS, pedestrian and cyclist management arrangement, project requirements and site conditions.

Is this a regulatory sign?

No. This panel should not be described as a regulatory sign. It is a bicycle lane closed ahead / cyclist access warning panel for temporary traffic management use where specified.

What reflective sheeting is used?

This panel is supplied with Class 400T retroreflective yellow sheeting with opaque black printing. Check project-specific reflective sheeting requirements where applicable.

Which frames is this 600x600mm panel compatible with?

This 600x600mm panel is compatible with suitable temporary roadwork sign frame systems that accept 600x600mm corflute panels. It may also be used in compatible Multi-Message Sign Frame No. 1 arrangements where the frame configuration accepts 600x600mm corflute panels and the overall pedestrian and cyclist management arrangement is suitable.

Can this panel be used with Bicycle Lane Closed, cyclist direction or pedestrian direction signs?

Yes, where specified. It may form part of a broader pedestrian and cyclist or temporary traffic management arrangement with Bicycle Lane Closed panels, cyclist direction panels, pedestrian direction panels, detour panels, Bicycle Ahead panels, Bicycle symbolic panels or other relevant temporary traffic management devices. Final use should match the applicable TMP, TGS, pedestrian and cyclist management arrangement, site arrangement, project requirements and site conditions.

Does this panel create a lawful bicycle lane closure by itself?

No. This panel provides bicycle lane closure advance warning only. It does not by itself create a lawful bicycle lane closure, cyclist detour, shared traffic arrangement, site compliance, TMP validity, TGS validity or approved traffic control arrangement.

Does this panel replace barriers, delineation or cyclist detour controls?

No. The panel does not replace cyclist detour signage, cyclist direction signage, pedestrian and cyclist management controls, cones, bollards, barriers, delineation or other temporary traffic control devices where those are required for the site arrangement.

Should placement be checked against the TMP, TGS or cyclist management arrangement?

Yes. Selection, placement, panel pairing, visibility, frame arrangement and use should be checked against the applicable TMP, TGS, pedestrian and cyclist management arrangement, site arrangement, project requirements, site conditions and relevant authority requirements.