Standards
MRTS Specifications Guide
Understanding TMR Main Roads Technical Specifications for Queensland projects.
What are MRTS Specifications?
Main Roads Technical Specifications (MRTS) are the standard specifications used by TMR (Transport and Main Roads Queensland) for road and bridge construction. They define materials, workmanship, and quality requirements.
Key MRTS Documents
- MRTS03 - Drainage, Retaining Structures
- MRTS04 - General Earthworks
- MRTS05 - Unbound Pavements
- MRTS18 - Bituminous Surfacing
- MRTS30 - Asphalt Pavements
- MRTS50 - Specific Quality System Requirements
- MRTS51 - Environmental Management
Quality Requirements
MRTS specifications include specific quality requirements including:
- Hold points requiring principal approval
- Witness points for inspection
- Testing frequency requirements
- Compliance tolerances