Queued Traffic Ahead TM1-46A (600x600mm) corflute sign panel displays a QUEUED TRAFFIC AHEAD message on a yellow retroreflective background. It is used in temporary traffic management setups where road users need to be warned of queued, slow-moving or stop-start traffic ahead.

The signface layout, legend and colours follow the applicable AS 1743:2023 signface design for the TM1-46A code. This standard-listed TM Series queue warning message 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 uppercase QUEUED TRAFFIC AHEAD legend, black border and yellow retroreflective background support clear queue warning messaging where this panel is specified.

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

The supplied signface reference notes that this message panel should be used in conjunction with the TM1-47 queued traffic symbolic panel in a combination arrangement. Final panel pairing, frame layout and placement should match the applicable TMP, TGS, queue management arrangement, traffic control arrangement, site arrangement, project requirements, site conditions and relevant authority requirements.

In practical use, this panel may be used on approaches to roadworks, traffic control points, stop / slow arrangements, lane closures, road closures, temporary detours, changed traffic conditions, temporary signals, high-volume merge points, regional highways, arterial roads and traffic switches where a queued traffic warning message is specified as part of the site arrangement.

Where specified for the site arrangement, related panels may include Queued Traffic symbolic panels, Prepare To Stop, Traffic Controller Ahead, Stop / Slow traffic control panels, Reduce Speed, Changed Traffic Conditions, Road Work Ahead, Road Closed Ahead, Detour, Detour Ahead, Traffic Lights symbolic panels or suitable supplementary context panels.

This panel provides queue warning or advance information only. It does not guarantee the presence of a queue, prevent rear-end crashes, create a lawful traffic control arrangement, queue management arrangement, road closure, detour, speed reduction, 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, queue management arrangement, traffic control arrangement, site arrangement, project requirements, site conditions and relevant authority requirements.

Queued Traffic Ahead TM1-46A FAQs

What is the Queued Traffic Ahead TM1-46A panel used for?

This panel is used to warn road users of queued, slow-moving or stop-start traffic ahead where this warning is specified as part of a temporary traffic management arrangement.

Is this a standard-listed TM Series sign panel?

Yes. TM1-46A is supplied as the national code for this Queued Traffic Ahead warning message sign panel. The signface layout, legend and colours follow the applicable AS 1743:2023 signface design for TM1-46A.

What does the QLD MUTCD TC1947 reference mean?

QLD MUTCD Sign Code TC1947 is supplied as a Queensland state identification reference only. It should 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 TM1-46A. 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 standard-listed temporary traffic management queue warning message sign panel with the TM1-46A signface design.

Does this panel guarantee that traffic will be queued ahead?

No. This panel does not guarantee the presence of a queue, traffic stoppage or delay. It provides queue warning or advance information where this sign is specified as part of a broader temporary traffic management arrangement.

Does this panel prevent rear-end collisions?

No. This panel does not prevent rear-end crashes, reduce risk, improve driver behaviour or guarantee safer traffic flow by itself. Selection and use remain subject to the applicable TMP, TGS, queue management arrangement, traffic control arrangement, site conditions and project requirements.

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 designed for use with compatible Multi-Message Sign Frame No. 1 arrangements where the frame configuration accepts 600x600mm corflute panels and the overall sign arrangement is suitable. It may also be used with other suitable temporary roadwork sign frame systems that accept 600x600mm corflute panels.

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 sign arrangement is suitable for the applicable temporary traffic management setup.

Should this panel be used with the queued traffic symbolic panel?

The supplied signface reference notes that this message panel should be used in conjunction with the TM1-47 queued traffic symbolic panel in a combination arrangement. Final panel pairing, frame layout and placement should match the applicable TMP, TGS, queue management arrangement, traffic control arrangement, site arrangement, project requirements, site conditions and relevant authority requirements.

Can this panel be used with Prepare To Stop, Traffic Controller Ahead or Reduce Speed signs?

Yes, where specified. It may form part of a broader temporary traffic management arrangement with related panels such as Queued Traffic symbolic panels, Prepare To Stop, Traffic Controller Ahead, Stop / Slow traffic control panels, Reduce Speed, Changed Traffic Conditions, Road Work Ahead, Road Closed Ahead, Detour, Detour Ahead, Traffic Lights symbolic panels or suitable supplementary context panels. Final use should match the applicable TMP, TGS, queue management arrangement, traffic control arrangement, site arrangement, project requirements and site conditions.

Does this panel create a compliant traffic control arrangement by itself?

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

Does this panel replace traffic controllers, queue warning signs or traffic control devices?

No. This panel does not replace Traffic Controller Ahead signs, Prepare To Stop signs, speed signs, traffic signal signs, cones, bollards, barriers, delineation, traffic controllers or other required temporary traffic control devices where those are required by the applicable TMP, TGS, queue management arrangement, traffic control arrangement, site arrangement, project requirements, site conditions or relevant authority requirements.

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

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