Attention drivers: Avoid hefty fines with this crucial update on speed cameras
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Road safety is paramount, and it's especially critical in areas where hardworking road crews are operating.
There's an important update drivers need to be aware of to avoid unexpected fines in one state.
The Queensland government has been trialling a new initiative to enhance the safety of roadside workers by introducing portable, solar-powered speed cameras at road work sites.
Initially, these cameras only captured vehicle speed data, but starting next month, they will start issuing fines to speeding drivers.
These innovative cameras can move around the worksite with remote control, allowing for quick deployment wherever needed.
The goal is to create a safer environment for those working on state roads by deterring drivers from exceeding speed limits in these high-risk areas.
The initiative—introduced around August 2021, and on a trial run until April—has been a topic of discussion.
They were criticised for their design, which made them unrecognisable to passing drivers.
However, the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has been refining the system and ensuring it meets the needs of road workers and drivers.
‘During operational trials and further industry engagement, industry requested a solution able to be deployed at shorter-term roadworks’, a TMR spokesperson said.
‘Following the conclusion of operational trials, it is anticipated the roadworks cameras will commence issuing infringement notices in May 2024.’
These cameras have been placed at 'high-risk roadworks sites' across Queensland.
Through consultation with industry experts, the cameras are in locations where speeding is most problematic for the safety of workers.
In addition to the roadworks cameras, the state government is also using new cameras in school zones.
These have been installed at stationary positions and attached to speed signs.
Since their operations last August, these school zone cameras have issued over 10,000 fines.
The breakdown of these fines is quite telling: over 7,000 for speeds up to 10km/h over the limit, 2,801 for speeds between 11 to 20km/h, and 206 for speeds between 21 and 30km/h over the limit.
This serves as a reminder to be extra vigilant when driving through roadworks and school zones.
We encourage drivers to always be mindful of speed limits, especially in areas where they may change due to road conditions or specific hazards.
Remember, these measures are in place to protect everyone on the road.
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There's an important update drivers need to be aware of to avoid unexpected fines in one state.
The Queensland government has been trialling a new initiative to enhance the safety of roadside workers by introducing portable, solar-powered speed cameras at road work sites.
Initially, these cameras only captured vehicle speed data, but starting next month, they will start issuing fines to speeding drivers.
These innovative cameras can move around the worksite with remote control, allowing for quick deployment wherever needed.
The goal is to create a safer environment for those working on state roads by deterring drivers from exceeding speed limits in these high-risk areas.
The initiative—introduced around August 2021, and on a trial run until April—has been a topic of discussion.
These new mobile speeding cameras are designed to move around—which is helpful during roadworks or related constructions. Image Credit: Facebook/TMR Queensland
They were criticised for their design, which made them unrecognisable to passing drivers.
However, the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has been refining the system and ensuring it meets the needs of road workers and drivers.
‘During operational trials and further industry engagement, industry requested a solution able to be deployed at shorter-term roadworks’, a TMR spokesperson said.
‘Following the conclusion of operational trials, it is anticipated the roadworks cameras will commence issuing infringement notices in May 2024.’
These cameras have been placed at 'high-risk roadworks sites' across Queensland.
Through consultation with industry experts, the cameras are in locations where speeding is most problematic for the safety of workers.
In addition to the roadworks cameras, the state government is also using new cameras in school zones.
These have been installed at stationary positions and attached to speed signs.
Since their operations last August, these school zone cameras have issued over 10,000 fines.
The breakdown of these fines is quite telling: over 7,000 for speeds up to 10km/h over the limit, 2,801 for speeds between 11 to 20km/h, and 206 for speeds between 21 and 30km/h over the limit.
This serves as a reminder to be extra vigilant when driving through roadworks and school zones.
We encourage drivers to always be mindful of speed limits, especially in areas where they may change due to road conditions or specific hazards.
Remember, these measures are in place to protect everyone on the road.
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