In accordance with section 161 (2) of the Land Transport Act 1998, the Land Transport Safety Authority (LTSA), on behalf of the Minister of Transport, gives notice of his intention to make a rule concerning traffic control devices and advises that the proposed Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices is now available for public comment.
This draft legislation proposes requirements that will contribute towards the safe operation of traffic control devices on New Zealand's roads.
A copy of the draft rule may be obtained by calling the LTSA Help Desk on Freephone 0800 699 000 or by visiting the LTSA web site at:
http://www.ltsa.govt.nz/consultation/traffic-control-devices/index.html
The draft rule is also available for viewing at the LTSA's seven regional offices.
Copies of the draft rule have been made available to groups and individuals who have expressed an interest in the rule.
Submissions on draft Land Transport Rule: Traffic Control Devices close on 22 April 2003.
For further information, contact the Rules Team, Land Transport Safety Authority, P.O. Box 2840, Wellington.
Dated at Wellington this 4th day of February 2003.
ANGELA DUNCAN, Manager Rules, Land Transport Safety Authority.