Some Councils in Tasmania are installing Roadside Crash Marker Posts on roads with the assistance of the Department of Infrastructure, Energy and Resources (DIER).  A PDF version of the the Techical Advice Sheet No. 7 .

Table of Contents

• What are Roadside Crash Markers?
• What do they look like?
• Who erects Crash Markers?
• What If I have concerns about the Crash Markers?
• Things to consider

What are Roadside Crash Markers?

The Roadside Crash Marker Program is a new initiative to reinforce the road safety message.

The aim is to remind drivers of the constant threat of a crash.

Crash Markers may be placed adjacent to where an incident has occurred.

Roadside crash markers are standard roadside guideposts painted:

•  Black with a small red or white reflective cross indicating a fatality.
• Red with a small red or white reflective dash indicating a serious injury.
• Some Councils may choose to erect explanatory signs within their area.

Crash Markers are installed by request from family and friends.

People wishing to apply for the installation of a Crash Marker should contact the local Council in the area where the incident occurred.

There is no cost to you for purchase and installation of the Marker.

DIER and Local Government have developed guidelines detailing the process of contact, permission and installation of Crash Markers.

The Guidelines  will assist all people involved to work through any issues.

Initially crash marker posts will be installed for crashes that have occurred over the past three years. Marker posts that have been in place longer than five years may be removed.

This recognises that the road environment, driver attitudes and vehicle safety can change over any five-year period and will assist in keeping the message relevant.

For more information regarding Roadside Crash Markers please contact:

Road Safety Operations
GPO Box 936
Hobart 7001

Contact DIER