Publications

Austroads Technical Specification ATS 5850 sets out the requirements for the handling, storage, transportation and erection of aluminium, steel and/or precast concrete structural members with a dimension exceeding 4.2 m or mass exceeding 500 kg. It…

Austroads Technical Specification ATS 5453 sets out the requirements for site management where a steel bridge is to be repainted. It includes requirements for: a) the design of the containment system and scaffolding

Austroads Technical Specification ATS 5335 sets out the requirements for the supply and placement of normal class concrete used in applications with a maximum Design Life of 50 years, such as minor drainage structures, footings for small signs,…

Austroads Technical Specification ATS 5620 sets out the requirements for cold applied sealant joints in bridges, including sealant selection and installation. These may also be referred to as flexible plug joints. It excludes joints with an…

Austroads Technical Specification ATS 5630 sets out the requirements for the supply and installation of elastomeric strip seal expansion joints, comprising of preformed elastomeric strip seals, metal seal retainers and anchorages. Refer to Annexure…

Austroads Technical Specification ATS 5610 sets out the requirements for the design, supply and installation of preformed elastomeric compression seals of the open-cell type and the adhesive lubricant used for their insertion into concrete or steel…

Austroads Technical Specification ATS 5650 sets out the requirements for the supply and installation of bonded metal-elastomer expansion joints, including reinforced elastomeric units, sealants and anchorage systems. This type of expansion joint…

Austroads Technical Specification ATS 5430 sets out the requirements for the fabrication of aluminium components for bridges, gantries, roadside furniture, poles and related structures.

Following previous workforce capability studies undertaken in 2006, 2009, 2013 and 2017, Austroads engaged Oxford Economics Australia to undertake a new workforce capability analysis for member authorities based on planned and forecasted…

This report evaluates the skills and capabilities required by Austroads member agencies in the next decade to achieve their service objectives. It compares these requirements with the current and projected future workforce, identifies potential…