Supporting Innovation in Traffic Control Devices
Supporting Innovation in Traffic Control Devices (TCDs) Through the National TIPES Evaluation Scheme
NSW Conference 2016 Hunter Valley
Appreciation of the Challenge
Appreciation of the Challenge
Appreciation of the Challenge
Appreciation of the Challenge
The TIPES Process
Background to Transport Infrastructure Product Evaluation Scheme Other examples…..
ARRB well placed - member based organisation
What is TIPES?
Consistent evaluation of: new technology innovative approaches
What TIPES Aims to Achieve
Consistent evaluation One process Reduce barriers to innovation Independent and expert evaluation
Benefits of TIPES for Road Agencies
Alleviates uncertainty Consistency Shared learnings Savings
Benefits of TIPES for proponents
Nationally recognised process Technically sound information Assessment undertaken once
Register of TIPES approved products to consult and specify from…..
Current Scope of TIPES
1. Road construction products (& processes) 2. Traffic Control Devices (TCDs) 3. Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS)
The TIPES Process
Application (desk top)
Initial Assessment (desk top)
Field Trial
The Expert Panel • Respected professionals – – – –
Research – ARRB / others Road Agency – state / local Industry Practical experience
• Can / are the proponents claims be substantiated? • What ‘gaps’ need to be filled • Additional testing / info / data required? • Formal report / recommendations
Governance…. Confidence
Oversight
Steering Committee
Technical expertise
Mini-Case Study (a TCD) Traffic & Access Solutions
The Register…..
Closing Remarks
Making TIPES Work for You As a road agency: • Request a TIPES certificate of registration as a condition of purchase • Important to check that intended use is in-line with certificate As an interested proponent of a product: • Apply for assessment of a product by submitting the TIPES application form and supporting documentation as set out in the Guide for Applicants www.arrb.com.au/TIPES
Further Information on TIPES www.arrb.com.au/TIPES Or contact [email protected] Phone: 0488 665 838 ARRB Group Limited
Phase 1 Applicant submits relevant documents and application fees
Desk top study
Applicant hold point
No
Study supports claims?
Yes
Phase 2
Phase 2 Assemble expert panel in consultation with road agencies Expert panel develops test plan Applicant reviews test plan
Applicant hold point
No
Plan accepted Yes
Test regime completed and results assessed
No
Results support claims? Yes Phase 2 report issued
Phase 3
Phase 3 Applicant organises field trial Trial monitored by expert panel Technical opinion drafted
Applicant hold point
No
Report accepted
Draft technical opinion Yes TIPES certificate issued & registered
Phase 1 Applicant submits relevant documents and application fees
Inform applicants
Reject
no
Documents satisfactory?
Phase 2
Phase 2 Assemble expert panel and develop evaluation plan
Inform applicant of testing requirements
Accept?
no
Inform applicants
no
yes
Product has sufficient potential? yes
Panel drafts requirements for field performance test Phase 3
Perform required tests, panel assess results
Phase 3 Inform applicants
Applicant organises a field trial
Reject
yes
Performance assessment by expert panel
Draft technical opinion
Opinion issued to applicant only
no
Applicant opts for public registration of opinion
yes
Issue certificate of registration
NSW Conference 2016 Hunter Valley
Appreciation of the Challenge
Appreciation of the Challenge
Appreciation of the Challenge
Appreciation of the Challenge
The TIPES Process
Background to Transport Infrastructure Product Evaluation Scheme Other examples…..
ARRB well placed - member based organisation
What is TIPES?
Consistent evaluation of: new technology innovative approaches
What TIPES Aims to Achieve
Consistent evaluation One process Reduce barriers to innovation Independent and expert evaluation
Benefits of TIPES for Road Agencies
Alleviates uncertainty Consistency Shared learnings Savings
Benefits of TIPES for proponents
Nationally recognised process Technically sound information Assessment undertaken once
Register of TIPES approved products to consult and specify from…..
Current Scope of TIPES
1. Road construction products (& processes) 2. Traffic Control Devices (TCDs) 3. Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS)
The TIPES Process
Application (desk top)
Initial Assessment (desk top)
Field Trial
The Expert Panel • Respected professionals – – – –
Research – ARRB / others Road Agency – state / local Industry Practical experience
• Can / are the proponents claims be substantiated? • What ‘gaps’ need to be filled • Additional testing / info / data required? • Formal report / recommendations
Governance…. Confidence
Oversight
Steering Committee
Technical expertise
Mini-Case Study (a TCD) Traffic & Access Solutions
The Register…..
Closing Remarks
Making TIPES Work for You As a road agency: • Request a TIPES certificate of registration as a condition of purchase • Important to check that intended use is in-line with certificate As an interested proponent of a product: • Apply for assessment of a product by submitting the TIPES application form and supporting documentation as set out in the Guide for Applicants www.arrb.com.au/TIPES
Further Information on TIPES www.arrb.com.au/TIPES Or contact [email protected] Phone: 0488 665 838 ARRB Group Limited
Phase 1 Applicant submits relevant documents and application fees
Desk top study
Applicant hold point
No
Study supports claims?
Yes
Phase 2
Phase 2 Assemble expert panel in consultation with road agencies Expert panel develops test plan Applicant reviews test plan
Applicant hold point
No
Plan accepted Yes
Test regime completed and results assessed
No
Results support claims? Yes Phase 2 report issued
Phase 3
Phase 3 Applicant organises field trial Trial monitored by expert panel Technical opinion drafted
Applicant hold point
No
Report accepted
Draft technical opinion Yes TIPES certificate issued & registered
Phase 1 Applicant submits relevant documents and application fees
Inform applicants
Reject
no
Documents satisfactory?
Phase 2
Phase 2 Assemble expert panel and develop evaluation plan
Inform applicant of testing requirements
Accept?
no
Inform applicants
no
yes
Product has sufficient potential? yes
Panel drafts requirements for field performance test Phase 3
Perform required tests, panel assess results
Phase 3 Inform applicants
Applicant organises a field trial
Reject
yes
Performance assessment by expert panel
Draft technical opinion
Opinion issued to applicant only
no
Applicant opts for public registration of opinion
yes
Issue certificate of registration
