Local Traffic Only GM9-40-2A (600x600mm) corflute sign panel displays a LOCAL TRAFFIC ONLY message on a white retroreflective background. It is used in temporary traffic management setups where local traffic access is provided or maintained as part of a broader detour, road closure, work area or temporary access arrangement.

The signface layout, legend and colours follow the applicable AS 1743:2023 signface design for the GM9-40-2A code. This GM Series local traffic / access message panel is supplied as a modular corflute panel for use with compatible temporary roadwork sign frame systems.

In temporary traffic management use, the Local Traffic Only sign may be specified at detours where local traffic is permitted to enter the work area or a closed section of road in advance of the work area. This use remains subject to the applicable TMP, TGS, detour arrangement, access arrangement, site arrangement and relevant authority requirements.

National use-context wording notes that this panel should not be used in conjunction with regulatory signs such as No Entry, No Left Turn or No Right Turn signs. Any project-specific exception should be checked against the applicable TMP, TGS, access arrangement, site arrangement and relevant authority requirements before use.

UAGS temporary traffic sign corflute panels are manufactured from 6mm UV stabilised corflute using Class 400T retroreflective white sheeting with opaque black printing. The black uppercase LOCAL TRAFFIC ONLY legend, black border and white retroreflective background support clear local traffic messaging where this panel is specified.

This 600x600mm corflute sign panel is compatible with suitable temporary roadwork sign frame systems that accept 600x600mm corflute panels, including suitable 600x600mm Double-Sided Traffic Sign Frame Type 5 arrangements. 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 sign arrangement is suitable.

In practical use, this panel may be used for temporary road closures, detours, residential access, business access, local access routes, roadworks, utility works, civil works, event traffic management and closed road sections in advance of works where a LOCAL TRAFFIC ONLY message is specified as part of the site arrangement.

Where specified for the site arrangement, related panels may include Road Closed Ahead, Road Closed, Detour, Detour Ahead, Roadworks, Road Work Ahead, Changed Traffic Conditions, Local Access Only, On Side Road, directional arrow panels or suitable supplementary context panels.

This panel provides local traffic message or site awareness information only. It does not create lawful local traffic access permission, a lawful road closure, detour, access restriction, site compliance, TMP validity, TGS validity or approved traffic management arrangement by itself. Selection, placement, panel pairing, visibility, frame arrangement and use remain subject to the applicable TMP, TGS, detour arrangement, access arrangement, site arrangement, project requirements, site conditions and relevant authority requirements.

Local Traffic Only GM9-40-2A Sign Panel FAQs

What is the Local Traffic Only GM9-40-2A panel used for?

The Local Traffic Only GM9-40-2A panel is used to indicate that local traffic may continue through or enter an affected area as part of a broader detour, road closure, work area or temporary access arrangement where general traffic may be redirected or restricted.

Is this a standard-listed GM Series sign panel?

Yes. This panel is supplied with the verified national code GM9-40-2A and is classified as a GM Series temporary traffic management local traffic / access message sign panel. Site use still depends on the applicable TMP, TGS, detour arrangement, access arrangement, site conditions and relevant authority requirements.

What does the QLD MUTCD TC1930 reference mean?

QLD MUTCD Sign Code TC1930 is supplied as a state identification reference only. It must not be treated as a national code, road authority approval claim, mandatory use requirement or confirmation of site suitability.

What signface design does this panel follow?

The signface layout, legend and colours follow the applicable AS 1743:2023 signface design for the GM9-40-2A code. This wording relates to the signface design only, not deployment approval or site compliance.

Is this a regulatory sign?

No. This product is supplied as a GM Series local traffic / access message sign panel. It should not be described as a regulatory sign, and it does not legally restrict traffic by itself.

Can this panel be used with No Entry or turn prohibition signs?

The supplied national use-context note says the Local Traffic Only sign should not be used in conjunction with regulatory signs such as No Entry, No Left Turn or No Right Turn signs. Any project-specific exception should be checked against the applicable TMP, TGS, access arrangement, site arrangement and relevant authority requirements before use.

Does this panel grant lawful local traffic access by itself?

No. This panel provides a local traffic message only. It does not grant lawful local traffic access permission, create an access restriction or legally restrict traffic by itself.

What reflective sheeting is used?

This panel is supplied with Class 400T retroreflective white sheeting with opaque black printing. Reflective wording relates to the supplied signface material only. 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, including suitable 600x600mm Double-Sided Traffic Sign Frame Type 5 arrangements. 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 sign arrangement is suitable.

Can this panel be used in a Multi-Message Sign Frame No. 1?

Yes, where the frame configuration accepts 600x600mm corflute panels and the overall sign arrangement is suitable. Panel pairing, placement and use should match the applicable TMP, TGS, detour arrangement, access arrangement, site arrangement, project requirements and relevant authority requirements.

Can this panel be used with Road Closed Ahead or Detour panels?

Yes, where specified. Related panels may include Road Closed Ahead, Road Closed, Detour, Detour Ahead, Roadworks, Road Work Ahead, Changed Traffic Conditions, Local Access Only, On Side Road, directional arrow panels or suitable supplementary context panels. Final use should match the applicable TMP, TGS, detour arrangement, access arrangement, site arrangement, project requirements and site conditions.

Does this panel create a compliant temporary access arrangement by itself?

No. This panel provides local traffic message or site awareness information only. It does not create lawful local traffic access permission, a lawful road closure, detour, access restriction, site compliance, TMP validity, TGS validity or approved traffic management arrangement by itself.

Does this panel replace barriers, traffic controllers or access control devices?

No. This panel does not replace Road Closed signs, Detour signs, Roadwork signs, barriers, cones, bollards, delineation, traffic controllers, access controls, gates or other required temporary traffic control devices where those are required by the applicable TMP, TGS, detour arrangement, access arrangement, project requirements, site conditions or relevant authority requirements.

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

Yes. Selection, placement, panel pairing, visibility, frame arrangement and use remain subject to the applicable TMP, TGS, detour arrangement, access arrangement, site arrangement, project requirements, site conditions and relevant authority requirements.