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16 Oct 2023

Enhancing Road Sign Safety: A Guide to Modern Retro-Reflective Materials for Temporary Signs

by Sasha Anderson | posted in: General | 0

The South African Road Traffic Safety Management Association (SARTSMA) plays a pivotal role as the trade body for companies involved in the manufacturing and supply of road traffic safety products throughout South Africa. Our commitment is unwavering – we ensure the use of only SABS approved reflective materials for both temporary and permanent traffic signs. This guideline aims to assist those engaged in the specification and procurement of temporary road traffic signs.

Before we delve into the details, here are some key points to remember:

Road traffic signs are subject to regulation by the SA Road Traffic Act and Regulations.
Precise road traffic sign designs are stipulated in the SADC and South African Road Traffic Signs Manual (SARTSM).
The COTO Standard Specifications for Roads & Bridgeworks dictate that temporary and permanent road traffic signs must adhere to SANS Standards and be manufactured by sign manufacturers affiliated with recognized industry associations, such as SARTSMA.
SANS 1519-1 outlines the requirements for retro-reflective materials in road traffic signs.
SANS 1555 lays down the requirements for Roadworks Delineators.

Traffic Signs for Temporary Works:

When it comes to temporary traffic signs, there are several reflective sheeting options available, each catering to specific needs:

Class 1 Beaded Engineer/Construction grade (glass beads): may be suitable for speed up to 60 km/h.
Class 1 Prismatic Engineer grade (prisms): may be suitable for speed up to 80 km/h.
Class 3 High Intensity Prismatic (prisms): may be suitable for speed up to 80 km/h.
Class 3, 4, and 5 High Intensity/Prismatic Fluorescent Lime Green (providing superior daytime and night-time visibility): may be suitable for speed up to 120 km/h.

Note: Class 3 Reflective Sheeting is the specified minimum requirement for TW 401/402 Delineators in SANS 1555.

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Choosing the Right Material:

Prismatic materials are the preferred choice for construction work zones due to their ability to reflect more light back to the driver’s eye. However, it’s important to be cautious about potential confusion between Prismatic Class 1 and other Prismatic classes’ patterns, as they can appear similar. In case of any doubts, don’t hesitate to reach out to SARTSMA members for clarification.

EXAMPLES OF SABS APPROVED TYPES OF YELLOW RETRO-REFLECTIVE MATERIALS FOR CONSTRUCTION AREAS:

Different colours / patterns of retro reflective materials for Temporary signs

Class 1 Engineer Grade

Class 3 High Intensity Prismatic

Glass Beads

Prismatic

Fluorescent.

*A comprehensive list of SABS approved reflective sheeting from SARTSMA members is available on the SARTSMA website

Closing Thoughts:

Frequently, different reflective materials are specified in the Bill of Quantity for a particular construction project involving temporary or permanent signs. For more information on how to specify these materials or interpret existing specifications, don’t hesitate to contact SARTSMA members for precise and accurate guidance.

Source: Hans Tillema
Chair – Working Group 1 (Road Signs) SARTSMA
Hans@signsrus.co.za | +27 81 025 1197

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29 Sep 2023

L2B Opportunities unearthed in the last 30 Days – September 2023

by Sasha Anderson | posted in: General | 0

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6 Sep 2023

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by Sasha Anderson | posted in: General | 0

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Your Accounts Department needs to complete the Direct Deposit Form and Deposit Funds as listed on the form.

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Use the Pay By Credit Card Option (logged-out version). If you don’t have a username yet or are unsure of the amount to be paid contact us at +27 86 083 6337.

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5 Sep 2023

Navigating New Procurement Rules and Their Impact

by Debbie Wessels | posted in: Construction Chat | 0

In the complex world of tenders and procurement, every action triggers a reaction, and recent developments have certainly set the stage for significant change.

The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) has recently made headlines with the suspension of its Chief Financial Officer and Head of Supply Chain Management. Allegedly, these suspensions are tied to concerns about the new procurement policy that the SANRAL Board introduced in May 2023. This policy brought about a noteworthy shift by placing greater emphasis on factors such as black ownership and subcontracting.

Traditionally, SANRAL used a bidder’s B-BBEE rating to assign 10 or 20 points to assess compliance with the State-Owned Enterprise’s preferential procurement requirements. Companies achieving a Level 1 B-BBEE rating, the highest and most sought-after empowerment status, were automatically granted the maximum points. However, in May, SANRAL revamped the scoring system, elevating the importance of black ownership and subcontracting. Under this new system, black ownership and subcontracting now account for five points (or 10 points in the case of an 80/20 scoring model) and four points (or eight points in the case of an 80/20 model), respectively, in tenders using the 90/10 scoring regime. This change effectively diminishes a bidder’s B-BBEE rating to just one point for a 90/10 tender (valued at over R50 million) or two points for an 80/20 tender (valued between R30,000 and R50 million). SANRAL, however, staunchly defends its new tender scoring system, citing its commitment to constitutional economic transformation and its goal to foster growth among black-owned construction companies, thereby improving their CIDB grading and advancing 100% black-owned firms within the construction industry.

The South African construction sector, which has invested billions over the past decade to enhance its empowerment profiles and engage with the government, finds itself facing unique challenges. This industry, now only 20% of its former size due to economic weaknesses, is grappling with turbulence. For instance, in July, construction firm Haw & Inglis (H&I) secured an interdict preventing SANRAL from awarding two tenders for which H&I had submitted bids. In a follow-up application, supported by WBHO and 11 other construction companies, including Raubex and Stefanutti Stocks, H&I has challenged the new scoring system on the grounds that it was implemented without proper consultation and is unconstitutional and irrational. In response, SANRAL maintains that it had the authority to modify the scoring criteria and that the list in the act was not exhaustive. Asithandile Ben-Mazwi, the Acting Head of Supply Chain Management, emphasized that it falls within the prerogative of state entities to determine criteria and their relative weights in tender documents. SANRAL asserts that its decision to abandon the previous scoring system in favor of the new one was made after careful consideration, grounded in legislative and policy considerations. Additionally, SANRAL argues that if the courts side with the construction firms, it could signify an overreach of judicial authority.

Meanwhile, on a different front, the National Treasury has presented a new Public Procurement Bill to Parliament, which opened for public comments last week. This bill seeks to revamp the preferential procurement system by allowing for the implementation of “one or more preference points systems.” It also permits certain contracts to be earmarked for designated groups to promote localization and subcontracting. Stakeholders are encouraged to submit written feedback on the bill by 11 September 2023. The bill’s summary highlights the fragmentation of public procurement regulations across various laws governing public administration in South Africa.

Sources:
Daily Maverick
IOL
News24

About Debbie Wessels

I started at Leads 2 Business in April 2008 in the tenders Department and transferred to the Projects Department during the same year. I was appointed Head of Department for Projects from February 2011 to March 2022. April 2022 I started a new adventure as Content Regulator.

31 Aug 2023

L2B Opportunities unearthed in the last 30 Days – August 2023

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28 Jul 2023

L2B Opportunities unearthed in the last 30 Days – July 2023

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30 Jun 2023

L2B Opportunities unearthed in the last 30 Days – June 2023

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31 May 2023

L2B Opportunities unearthed in the last 30 Days – May 2023

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28 Apr 2023

L2B Opportunities unearthed in the last 30 Days – April 2023

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31 Mar 2023

L2B Opportunities unearthed in the last 30 Days – March 2023

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