Table of Contents

1 -  AS 2156.1-2001 WALKING TRACKS - CLASSIFICATION AND SIGNAGE
4 -  PREFACE
5 -  CONTENTS
6 -  SECTION 1 SCOPE AND GENERAL
6 -  1.1 SCOPE
6 -  1.2 OBJECTIVE
6 -  1.3 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS
6 -  1.4 DEFINITIONS
6 -  1.4.1 Information sign
7 -  1.4.2 Managing authority
7 -  1.4.3 Sign
7 -  1.4.4 Track marker
7 -  1.4.5 Visibly impacted
7 -  1.5 CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM
14 -  SECTION 2 TRACK MARKERS
14 -  2.1 PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
14 -  2.1.1 Shape
15 -  2.1.2 Materials
15 -  2.1.3 Colour
15 -  2.1.4 Finish
16 -  2.2 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
16 -  2.2.1 General
16 -  2.2.2 Placement
16 -  2.2.3 Height
17 -  SECTION 3 INFORMATION SIGNS
17 -  3.1 FABRICATION AND PLACEMENT
17 -  3.1.1 Fabrication
17 -  3.1.2 Placement
17 -  3.2 CONTENT
17 -  3.2.1 Advisory signs
17 -  3.2.2 Descriptive signs
17 -  3.2.3 Interpretive signs
18 -  3.2.4 Regulatory signs
18 -  3.2.5 Warning signs
19 -  APPENDIX A - HOW TO ASSESS A WALKING TRACK

Abstract

Provides managing authorities with guidance for walking track classification and signage in order to provide consistency of information to users of walking tracks. This is intended to minimise risk, preserve natural features and enhance recreation opportunities associated with the use of walking tracks.

RECONFIRMATION NOTICE
Major stakeholders of this publication have reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change.
Certain documents referenced in the publication may have been amended since the original date of publication. Users are advised to ensure that they are using the latest versions of such documents as appropriate, unless advised otherwise in this Reconfirmation Notice.
Approved for reconfirmation in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation on 29 August 2018.

Scope

This Standard provides a classification system for walking tracks, guidance for the design, fabrication and use of track markers, and information signs to be used for walking tracks. The Standard also sets out guidelines for the erection of these markers and signs to ensure that while they will be readily visible, clear and easy to read, they will not detract from the landscape.
This Standard applies to outdoor areas where the environment is the focus of recreational activity.
The Standard does not include temporary track markers.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
ProductNote	Reconfirmed 14/09/2018. This standard has been reconfirmed in Australia in 2018 and remains current in New Zealand. Reconfirmation Notice 14/09/2018
Pages
ISBN
Committee	CS-029
Supersedes	DR 98208 AS 2156-1978