Loose Stones (SYM) TM3-9A (600x600mm) corflute sign panel displays a loose stones symbolic warning graphic on a yellow retroreflective background. It is used in temporary traffic management and roadwork arrangements where road users need to be advised that loose stones, loose aggregate or road surface material may be present on or near the travel path.

The signface layout, symbol and colours follow the applicable AS 1743:2023 signface design for the TM3-9A code. This TM Series loose stones / road surface hazard 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 symbolic graphic, black border and yellow retroreflective background support clear loose stones 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, 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 warning sign arrangement is suitable.

In practical use, this panel may be used during spray sealing, chip sealing, resealing works, shoulder re-sheeting, gravel clean-up, pavement maintenance, road shoulder works, temporary gravel surface works, regional roadworks and council road maintenance where a loose stones warning is specified as part of the site arrangement.

Where specified for the site arrangement, related panels may include Reduce Speed, Road Work Ahead, Changed Traffic Conditions, Prepare To Stop, Traffic Controller Ahead, roadwork symbolic panels, road surface warning panels, temporary hazard marker / chevron panels, directional arrow panels or suitable supplementary context panels.

This panel provides loose stones warning or road surface hazard information only. It does not prevent windscreen damage, create a lawful speed reduction, create roadwork control, site compliance, TMP validity, TGS validity or an approved traffic control arrangement by itself. Selection, placement, panel pairing, visibility, frame arrangement and use remain subject to the applicable TMP, TGS, roadwork arrangement, site arrangement, project requirements, site conditions and relevant authority requirements.

Loose Stones TM3-9A FAQs

What is the Loose Stones TM3-9A panel used for?

This panel is used to warn road users of loose stones, loose aggregate or road surface material that may be present on or near the travel path as part of a temporary traffic management, resealing, maintenance or roadwork arrangement.

Is this a standard-listed TM Series sign panel?

Yes. TM3-9A is supplied as the national code for this Loose Stones symbolic warning sign panel. The signface layout, symbol and colours follow the applicable AS 1743:2023 signface design for TM3-9A.

What do the VicRoads TM3-V9 and QLD MUTCD TC1219 references mean?

VicRoads Sign Code TM3-V9, Drawing No. SYMBOLIC STONES ON ROAD and QLD MUTCD Sign Code TC1219 are supplied as state or legacy identification references only. They should not be treated as national codes, road authority approval claims, mandatory use requirements or confirmation of site suitability.

What signface design does this panel follow?

The signface layout, symbol and colours follow the applicable AS 1743:2023 signface design for TM3-9A. This wording refers to signface design only and does not determine site suitability, road authority approval or TMP/TGS compliance.

Is this a regulatory sign?

No. This product should not be described as a regulatory sign. It is supplied as a TM Series temporary traffic management road surface hazard / loose stones warning sign panel with the TM3-9A signface design.

Does this panel prevent windscreen damage by itself?

No. This panel does not prevent windscreen damage, stop stone throw, prevent vehicle damage or guarantee safer driver behaviour by itself. It provides loose stones warning or road surface hazard information as one component within a broader temporary traffic management arrangement.

What reflective sheeting is used?

This panel uses Class 400T retroreflective yellow sheeting with opaque black printing. Reflective wording relates to the supplied signface material and printed signface construction only. Selection and use remain subject to the applicable TMP, TGS, site conditions and project requirements.

Which frames is this 600x600mm panel compatible with?

This 600x600mm corflute 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 warning sign arrangement is suitable.

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

Yes, where specified. It may be used in compatible Multi-Message Sign Frame No. 1 arrangements where the frame accepts 600x600mm corflute panels and the overall warning sign arrangement is suitable for the applicable temporary traffic management setup.

Can this panel be used for spray sealing, resealing or gravel works?

Yes, where specified. It may be used during spray sealing, chip sealing, resealing works, shoulder re-sheeting, gravel clean-up, pavement maintenance, road shoulder works, temporary gravel surface works, regional roadworks and council road maintenance where a loose stones warning is specified as part of the site arrangement.

Can this panel be used with Reduce Speed or Road Work Ahead signs?

Yes, where specified. It may form part of a broader temporary traffic management arrangement with related panels such as Reduce Speed, Road Work Ahead, Changed Traffic Conditions, Prepare To Stop, Traffic Controller Ahead, roadwork symbolic panels, road surface warning panels, temporary hazard marker / chevron panels, directional arrow panels or suitable supplementary context panels. Final use should match the applicable TMP, TGS, roadwork arrangement, site arrangement, project requirements and site conditions.

Does this panel create a compliant roadwork warning setup by itself?

No. This panel does not create a lawful speed reduction, roadwork control, site compliance, TMP validity, TGS validity or an approved traffic control arrangement by itself. It is one component within a broader temporary traffic management arrangement.

Does this panel replace speed signs, barriers, cones or traffic controllers?

No. This panel does not replace speed signs, roadwork signs, warning signs, cones, bollards, barriers, delineation, traffic controllers, sweepers, surface treatment controls or other required temporary traffic control devices where those are required by the applicable TMP, TGS, roadwork arrangement, site arrangement, project requirements, site conditions or relevant authority requirements.

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

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