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Traffic Management

Safe, compliant traffic planning tailored for live events — not roadworks.


At Event TM, we know that effective traffic management can make or break your event. Smooth, safe access for both vehicles and pedestrians is vital to attendee satisfaction, operational flow, and public safety.


This is especially important across rural areas of the South West, where narrow lanes and limited infrastructure can quickly become overwhelmed by festival traffic, production vehicles, or service access. Poorly planned TM causes disruption — not just for your event, but for surrounding communities.


We offer a full, compliant service for events of any scale, from concept to clearance. Whether you need a full TM package or just certain elements, we can tailor our approach to suit your needs.


Why Proper TM Matters

  • Keeps traffic flowing and your event on time

  • Reduces risk to the public and your staff

  • Prevents delays for emergency services

  • Minimises complaints from residents and local authorities

  • Avoids legal liability for non-compliance

Poor signage and inadequate planning aren’t just frustrating — they’re dangerous. That’s why we work strictly to UK regulations and NHSS 12D best practices, with LANTRA 12D M1–M7 qualified Technical Officers on every project.


What We Provide

We offer full-service, event-specific Temporary Traffic Management (TTM) that includes:

Traffic Management Plans

Professionally drawn traffic management plans for events, compliant with UK TM standards. Includes schematics, sign schedules, and stakeholder-ready documents.

Free Site Surveys and Traffic Assessments

Free event site surveys and traffic flow assessments to support effective, compliant traffic management planning and TTRO applications

TM Trailer Hire

Hire a Chapter 8-compliant traffic management trailer fully equipped with lighting, signage mounts, safety gear, and welfare storage — perfect for event TM setups.

Event Traffic Monitoring CCTV

Event CCTV traffic monitoring to support control room teams, incident response, and vehicle flow tracking — with evidence capture and secure playback options.

Emergency Access Planning & Signage

Plan and sign dedicated emergency vehicle access routes for your event. Ensure clear response corridors and compliance with emergency service requirements.

Advance Warning Signage and Notification

Advance warning signage for events — installed 14 days ahead to notify drivers of disruption, including maintenance, tracking, and public contact signage.

Site Maintenance

Ensure TM site safety and compliance with daily and 48-hour inspections, maintenance records, and emergency call-outs — as required by the Red Book and Chapter 8.

Event Access Management

Comprehensive access and on-site traffic management for event build, break, and live days — including marshals, car park layouts, and pedestrian-safe zones.

Tailored to Your Event

We don’t believe in off-the-shelf solutions. Every event has unique challenges, so we create custom packages that work with your site layout, budget, and event footprint. Whether you're hosting a rural wedding, a town centre parade, or a 30K+ festival, we’ll build a plan that’s right for you.


Why Choose Event TM?

  • Event-specific TM expertise – we don’t repurpose streetworks setups

  • Full compliance – with Chapter 8 and NHSS 12D standards

  • Qualified staff – including LANTRA M7 Technical Officers

  • Modern equipment – including custom signage and modular kits

  • Emergency-aware – we factor in blue light access and incident response

  • Real support – not just a set-up crew, but ongoing presence if needed


Get a Quote or Read Our 10-Point Guide

We’ve created a quick-read guide for event organisers on common TM pitfalls — and why you're still legally responsible if your TM contractor leaves site without a handover plan.


Ready to get it right from the start?
Contact us for a free, no-obligation chat about your event.

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