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Specification and Guidelines for

Road Lighting Design

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Document Name M30 Specification and Guidelines for Road Lighting Design

Document Number M30

Document Status Consultation release

Document Availability This document is located in electronic form on the NZ Transport

Agency’s website at www.nzta.govt.nz

Document Author(s) Steve Muir muirs@connetics.co.nz

(04) 353 7328

Andy Collins Andy.collins@opus.co.nz

(09) 355 9524

Document Owner Julian Chisnall

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1 Consultation release August 2014 J Chisnall

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART 1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................................ 1
1 SCOPE AND GENERAL ............................................................................................................................ 1
1.1 Application............................................................................................................................................. 2
1.2 Associated Documents .......................................................................................................................... 2
1.3 Definitions and Acronyms ..................................................................................................................... 3
2 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................................ 5
3 OWNERSHIP OF ASSETS ......................................................................................................................... 6
4 ELECTRICAL STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................... 7
5 HEALTH AND SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT ............................................................. 7
6 HEALTH AND SAFETY ............................................................................................................................. 7
7 LIGHTING EQUIPMENT .......................................................................................................................... 7
7.1 Outreach Brackets (Arms) for Overhead Installations .......................................................................... 7
7.2 Lighting Equipment................................................................................................................................ 8
8 PAINTING OF COLUMNS AND LUMINAIRES .......................................................................................... 8
9 SIGNS ..................................................................................................................................................... 9
10 EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE TELEPHONES ................................................................................................ 9
11 BUS STOPS ............................................................................................................................................. 9
12 HAZARDOUS GAS MITIGATION.............................................................................................................. 9
13 TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT DEVICES ......................................................................................................... 9
14 FLAG LIGHTING ....................................................................................................................................10
15 WHOLE OF LIFE COSTING ....................................................................................................................10
16 CENTRAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (CMS) ............................................................................................11
16.1 General ................................................................................................................................................11
16.2 Communication Protocols ...................................................................................................................12
16.3 Luminaire Controller / Light Point Controller (LPC).............................................................................12
16.4 Maintenance Considerations...............................................................................................................12
16.5 Future Network Maintenance .............................................................................................................12
16.6 Variable Lighting Levels .......................................................................................................................12
16.7 Selecting a Lighting Level Profile .........................................................................................................13
16.8 Light Point Controller ..........................................................................................................................13
17 ENVIRONMENTAL LIGHTING EFFECTS .................................................................................................14
17.1 Forms of Potential Adverse Lighting Effects........................................................................................14
17.1.1 Spill Lighting .........................................................................................................................................14

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17.1.2 Glare ....................................................................................................................................................15
17.1.3 Sky Glow ..............................................................................................................................................15
PART 2 DESIGN .................................................................................................................................................16
18 LIGHTING CLASSIFICATION AND SUBCATEGORY SELECTION ..............................................................17
18.1 General ................................................................................................................................................17
19 CATEGORY V LIGHTING........................................................................................................................18
19.1 General ................................................................................................................................................18
20 CATEGORY P LIGHTING ........................................................................................................................18
20.1 General ................................................................................................................................................18
20.2 Category P Lighting – Cycleway and Pathway Lighting .......................................................................18
20.3 Underpasses or Pedestrian Tunnels ....................................................................................................19
20.4 Pedestrian Overpasses ........................................................................................................................19
20.5 Traffic Underpasses or Short Tunnels .................................................................................................19
21 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS .........................................................................................................19
21.1 Maximum Energy Density for Category V ...........................................................................................19
21.2 Minimum Spacing Requirement for Category P ..................................................................................20
21.3 Mounting Heights ................................................................................................................................21
22 ROAD LIGHTING DESIGN......................................................................................................................21
22.1 Project Brief or Principal’s Requirements ...........................................................................................21
22.2 The Lighting Designer ..........................................................................................................................22
22.3 Lighting Design Peer Review................................................................................................................23
22.4 Lighting Design Documentation ..........................................................................................................23
22.5 Control of Non-Conformance ..............................................................................................................24
22.6 Design Drawings ..................................................................................................................................24
23 ACCEPTANCE OF DESIGN .....................................................................................................................25
23.1 Documents to be Submitted for RCA Acceptance...............................................................................25
23.2 Lighting Design Report ........................................................................................................................25
23.3 Lighting Design Statement (LDS1) - Design .........................................................................................25
23.4 RCA Acceptance ...................................................................................................................................26
24 ELECTRICAL RETICULATION .................................................................................................................26
24.1 General ................................................................................................................................................26
24.2 Underground Services, Construction, Backfill and Bedding ................................................................26
24.3 Points of Supply and Circuiting ............................................................................................................27
24.4 Cable Type and Terminations ..............................................................................................................27

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24.5 Qualified Personnel .............................................................................................................................27
24.6 Documentation ....................................................................................................................................27
25 CONTROL AND INSPECTION OF THE WORK ........................................................................................28
25.1 General ................................................................................................................................................28
25.2 Checking, Inspection, Testing and Recording ......................................................................................28
25.3 Lighting Design Statement (LDS4) – Construction Review ..................................................................28
26 COMPLETION CERTIFICATE ..................................................................................................................28
PART 3 LUMINAIRE REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................29
27 LED LUMINAIRE ATTRIBUTES ...............................................................................................................29
27.1 Reliability .............................................................................................................................................29
27.2 Colour Temperature ............................................................................................................................29
27.3 Measurement Procedures ...................................................................................................................30
27.4 Maintenance Factors (MF) or Light Loss Factor (LLF) ..........................................................................30
27.5 Warranty Period ..................................................................................................................................31
27.6 Compatibility .......................................................................................................................................32
27.7 Compliance ..........................................................................................................................................32
27.8 Labelling...............................................................................................................................................33
27.9 Protection from Overvoltage...............................................................................................................33
27.10 Power System and Power Quality .......................................................................................................33
27.11 Luminaire Attributes............................................................................................................................33
28 ACCEPTED LUMINAIRES .......................................................................................................................33
PART 4 CONSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................35
29 TEMPORARY LIGHTING ........................................................................................................................35
29.1 Construction Activity or Security Lighting ...........................................................................................35
30 COLUMN LOCATIONS ..........................................................................................................................35
30.1 Column Placement and Setback from Road or Path ...........................................................................36
30.2 Column Placement and Clearance from Overhead Aerial Conductors ...............................................37
31 COLUMN INSTALLATION AND FOUNDATIONS ....................................................................................37
32 INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING ................................................................................................37
32.1 Testing .................................................................................................................................................38
32.2 CMS Testing and Commissioning.........................................................................................................38
33 COMPLETION PROCEDURES AND CERTIFICATION ..............................................................................39
34 COMPETENT CONSTRUCTION PERSONNEL .........................................................................................39

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APPENDICES......................................................................................................................................................41
Appendix I - Design and Construction Process Example (informative) ............................................................43
Appendix II – Lighting Design Report (normative) ...........................................................................................45
Appendix III - Lighting Design Statement (LDS1) – Design (normative) ...........................................................47
Appendix III - Lighting Design Statement (LDS4) – Construction Review & Audit (normative) .......................49
Appendix IV - Drawing Layout and Format Requirements (normative)...........................................................51
Appendix V - Sample Manufacturers Producer Statement (informative) ........................................................55
Appendix VI - Lighting Design Peer Review Certificate Template (normative) ................................................57
Appendix VII - Completion Certificate (normative) ..........................................................................................59
Appendix VIII - Road Lighting Central Management System (CMS) (informative)...........................................61

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PART 1 GENERAL
1 SCOPE AND GENERAL
This Specification sets out requirements for the lighting design brief, the technical
performance, design, approval, reviews, and luminaire selection and installation
requirements for the lighting of roads, cycle ways, footpaths, tunnels, underpasses,
overpasses and bridges built as part of the State Highway network or under
New Zealand Transport Agency (Transport Agency) control. It has been written for wider
application, including full or part adoption by local authorities.

It encourages the development of energy efficient designs, which minimise operating

costs for the service life of the road and public space lighting asset resulting in less
consumption of resources.

This specification shall apply in all situations, except where in the opinion of the
designer, or the Road Controlling Authority (RCA), the technical requirements require
alteration. Should the designer request a departure or modification to technical
requirements in a particular instance, they shall apply in writing to the RCA listing the
circumstances, and specific departure requested. In such instances, the RCA shall specify
technical requirements that shall be used by the designer in that particular instance. This
specific technical requirement shall be noted on all design and as-built information.

Any aspects relating to good urban design are in addition to the technical requirements
detailed in this specification and are to be agreed separately with the asset owner.
Reference www.nzta.govt.nz/resources/bridging-the-gap/docs/bridging-the-gap.pdf

The scope is not limited by the material type or the appearance or shape of the column,
outreach arm or luminaire.

Minimum levels of luminaire performance are specified with respect to:

• Photometric performance
• Maintenance factor
• Durability
• Expected life
• Safety

This Specification covers the lighting scheme in respect to design brief, design
performance, design criteria, acceptable practices, installation and audit. It DOES NOT
cover the following:

• Manufacture and procurement of columns

• Manufacture and procurement of luminaires
• Columns with provision for the attachment of flags and/or banners unless specifically
allowed for by the respective manufacturer
• CCTV camera columns
• Electrical power distribution poles where the lighting is supplied via overhead aerial
conductors

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 • Joint use columns for lighting and electricity distribution, telecommunications, traffic
signals or tramway services
• Street or road signage columns
• Electrical supply network modifications required for the Lighting Installation

1.1 Application
This Specification applies to the design process, approval process, peer reviews and
specification requirements of a lighting installation for ALL lighting of roads, cycle ways,
footpaths, tunnels, underpasses, overpasses and bridges built on the State Highway
network or under Transport Agency control.

This specification serves as a basis of compliance for lighting projects carried out by the
Transport Agency as part of its works programmes. It covers both Transport Agency
funded projects and privately funded developments.

It is consistent with and supports the Transport Agency strategic documents, e.g.
Community Outcomes, State Highway Asset Management Plan (SHAMP), RCA LTCCPs,
Activity Management Plans, Asset Management Plans, Strategies and Policies, etc.

Road lighting projects that meet the criteria for funding assistance from the Transport
Agency shall be carried out in accordance with the Transport Agency’s Procurement
Manual, its Planning, Programming & Funding Manual and this specification.

Appendix I provides an overview flow diagram of the complete design and construction
process.

1.2 Associated Documents

The documents listed below are relevant to road lighting design:

• AS/NZS 1158 Series - Lighting for Roads and Public Spaces

• AS 4282 - Control of Obtrusive Effects of Lighting
• AS/NZS 1100 Set - Technical Drawing
• AS/NZS 3000 - Electrical Installations (known as the Australian/New Zealand Wiring
Rules)
• AS/NZS 3008 - Electrical Installations – selection of cables. Cables for alternating
voltages up to and including 0.6/1kV
• AS/NZS 3439 Set - Low voltage switchgear and control gear assemblies
• AS/NZS 5000 Set - Electrical cables – Polymeric insulated
• AS/NZS 60598-1 Luminaires - General requirements and tests
• AS/NZS 60598.2.3 Luminaires for road and street lighting - particular requirements
• AS/NZS 60898 Electrical accessories - Circuit breakers for overcurrent protection for
household and similar installations
• AS/NZS 3000 Electrical installations - Buildings, structures and premises
• BS 5489-11 - Code of Practice for the Design of Road Lighting
• BS 5489-2 - Lighting of Tunnels
• Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)
• Electrical Codes of Practice (ECP’s)
• Electricity Act including all amendments
• Electricity Distribution Company Standards and Requirements
• Electricity Safety Regulations including all amendments

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 • EN 61547 - Equipment for general lighting purposes, EMC immunity requirements
• Health and Safety in Employment Act
• IESNA LM79-08, LM80-08 and TM21-11
• IPENZ Guideline on the Briefing and Engagement for Consulting Engineering Services
• IPENZ Practice Note 02 Peer Review - Reviewing the work of another engineer
• MfE Urban Design Protocol
• MSSLC Model Specification for LED Roadway Luminaires
• MSSLC Model Specification for Adaptive Control and Remote Monitoring of LED
Roadway Luminaires
• National Asset Management Steering Group (NAMS) NZ Infrastructure Asset Valuation
and Depreciation Guidelines
• NZ Building Act
• NZ Building Code
• NZ Building Regulations
• NZTA Technical Memorandum TM-2013 - Guidelines for Flag Lighting (in preparation)
• NZTA Specification M26 Lighting Columns
• NZTA Planning, Programming and Funding Manual
• NZTA Procurement Manual
• Radio Interference Regulations
• Resource Management Act

Where a conflict exists between any reference documents indicated above and this
Specification this Specification takes preference (at the discretion of the Transport
Agency).

1.3 Definitions and Acronyms

Term/Acronym Definition
AHC Authorisation Holders Certificate
BCR Benefit Cost Ratio (refer Transport Agency Economic Evaluation
Manual)
CFL Compact Fluorescent Lamp
CMS Central Management Software (may also be referred to as a
Tele-Management System or TMS)
Column A dedicated support for a road lighting luminaire. It is usually
owned by the Transport Agency or RCA and can be a free standing
vertical structure of appropriate material, which is designed to
support luminaires either directly or by the use of outreach arms or
mounting frames and includes such elements as foundations,
column, outreach arms, connections and accessories
Competent A person, who has acquired, through training, qualification or
Person experience or a combination of these, the knowledge and skill
enabling that person to perform the required task correctly
CoPTTM Code of Practice for Temporary Traffic Management
Driver Is a collection of electrical and electronic components used to
transform standard electrical voltage, current and frequency to that
required providing suitable voltage, and/or current and/or frequency
to run (in this case) an LED light source
Electricity They are the ‘person who supplies line function services’.
Distribution A line owner is a person who owns ‘works’ that are used or intended
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 Company for use for the conveyance of electricity. This may not necessarily be
an electricity distributor
EWPV Elevated Working Platform Vehicle
Gateway An electronic programmable device that communicates between
Lighting Point Controllers (LPC) and Central Management Software
(CMS)
HPS High Pressure Sodium
IDS Infrastructure Design Standard
IDA International Dark-Sky Association
IESANZ Illumination Engineering Society Australia and New Zealand
IES-NA Illumination Engineering Society North America
ILP Institution of Lighting Professionals
IPC Insulation Piercing Connection
LED Light Emitting Diode
LED Light Source Broadly covers an LED package, module and array of LED’s
LPC Lighting Point Controller or Luminaire Controller is the interface
modal between the communication network and the power
supply/controller
LTCCP Long Term Council Community Plan
MH Metal Halide
MSSLC U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Municipal Solid-State Street
Lighting Consortium (an American Department of Energy based
organisation)
MV Mercury Vapour
NAMS NZ National Asset Management Steering Group
NGMH New Generation Metal Halide
OLN Outdoor Lighting Network
Pole A utility distribution pole suitable for attaching an outreach arm and
road lighting luminaire. This is not usually owned by the Transport
Agency and the condition of re-use shall be confirmed with the
Electricity Distribution Company
RCA Road Controlling Authority (usually the local council but it may be
others, for example, NZ Defence Force and NZ Forestry for roads
around their campus, private developers). Includes the Transport
Agency Highways & Network Operations Group
SHAMP State Highway Asset Management Plan
TALQ TALQ Consortium is a global initiative by several lighting companies
from the industry with the aim of creating a globally accepted
standard for management software for outdoor lighting applications
Whole of Life Is the term used to describe the cost analysis of a scheme including
Cost capital costs, operating and maintenance costs and end of life costs

The following definitions shall be as described in AS/NZS 1158.0

Term/Acronym Definition
Luminaire The luminaire mounting height is the vertical distance between the
Mounting Height photometric centre of a luminaire and the surface which is to be
illuminated, e.g. the road surface
Nominal Mounting The nominal mounting height dimension shall be the distance

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 Height between the centreline of luminaire mounting spigot, and the
intended finished ground level for a ground planted column, or the
bottom of the base plate for a column with base plate
Outreach Arm The outreach arm length shall be the horizontal distance from the
Length point of entry to the luminaire, to a vertical line passing through
the centre of the column cross section at the finished ground level
Passively Safe or A column designed to perform such that in a vehicular impact, the
Frangible Column occupants are unlikely to suffer injuries. This involves either a
breakaway support (e.g. slip base or couplings) or a yielding or
progressive material collapse type that does not separate from the
base
Rigid Column A column designed to withstand vehicular impacts without undue
deformation while remaining upright

2 GENERAL
The Transport Agency has a commitment to achieve quality environmental and social
outcomes. This reflects the requirements of the Land Transport Management Act 2003
and the Resource Management Act 1991 as well as the commitments made in the
Government Policy Statement, our Environmental and Social Responsibility Policy and the
State Highway Environmental Plan. Specifically our Environmental plan contains objectives
regarding resource efficiency to manage energy consumption and waste associated with
the Transport Agency’s business in a cost effective and sustainable manner and to make
resource efficiency an integral part of all state highway activities.
www.nzta.govt.nz/resources/environmental-plan/docs/environmental-plan.pdf.

This specification gives effect to these statutory and policy obligations.

The Transport Agency wants to protect the night sky environment on behalf of all New
Zealand citizens by ensuring that any public lighting is designed, installed and operated
in a manner that avoids unnecessary light spill and light pollution. The standards
referenced stipulate minimum compliance requirements; however the Transport Agency
and its nominated agents reserve the right to vary these to ensure the best outcome
possible for the environment where there are clear benefits to do so on a case-by-case
basis.

Overall, any lighting provided must “maximise safety and energy efficiency while
minimising the life cycle cost and impact on the environment”.

Lighting schemes should blend in with adjacent road lighting, complement the
neighbourhood character and, as far as is reasonably practicable, minimise the impact on
the neighbouring properties and environment with regard to spill light, glare and
aesthetics. The principles of the Ministry for the Environment’s Urban Design Protocol
shall be considered. This suggests that the lighting design shall be; strong in context,
enhancing character, provide a choice, provide a link connection, encourage creativity and
be environmentally sustainable i.e. compliance with the AS/NZS 1158 road and public
space lighting series of standards should not be the only consideration.

The design must comply with all appropriate New Zealand standards, in particular the
requirements of AS/NZS 1158 current series. Anything not specified to a greater degree
within this specification shall be that specified in those standards.
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 This standard defines the minimum requirements but it is important not to over-design
and provide a level of lighting higher than that needed.

Reticulation of all ‘green fields’ developments should be via underground cabling. In

areas where the existing overhead network is for road lighting only, or where the
Electricity Distribution Company network is underground, cabling of the power supply for
new lighting should be underground. The overhead network should not be extended
unless there are special circumstances.

The Designer, in conjunction with the Electricity Distribution Company, shall determine if
the lighting will have an overhead or underground power supply. Where lighting is
provided in areas with overhead power reticulation, the number of new columns required
should be minimised by utilising existing network utility provider’s overhead poles.
Permission shall be gained from the pole owner by the designer prior to construction
proceeding.

Where the new lighting meets or intersects with an existing scheme, new lighting shall be
carefully integrated with the existing scheme.

The EECA RightLight road lighting resource (www.eecabusiness.govt.nz/content/road-

lighting) has been developed to provide a complete online source of tools and
information to achieve optimal standards, designs and technical solutions for cost-
effective road lighting in New Zealand.

Developed in conjunction with councils, the Transport Agency, road lighting specialists,
Local Government New Zealand and members of the AS/NZS 1158 Standards committee,
the resource has been designed to assist with planning and implementing upgrades of
existing road lighting and public space lighting while also ensuring efficient lighting
solutions are considered for new installations.

The information and applications contained in this site has been designed to provide
practical assistance to all those involved in road lighting in New Zealand.

3 OWNERSHIP OF ASSETS
There are five types of lighting installations in New Zealand:

a) Luminaires and columns installed, owned, operated and maintained by the Transport
Agency or on behalf of the Transport Agency
b) Luminaires and outreach arms attached to electricity distribution poles installed,
owned and operated by the Transport Agency but maintained by RCA or Electricity
Distribution Company on behalf of the Transport Agency
c) Luminaires and columns installed by the Transport Agency but on completion of
project ownership is passed back to the RCA to own, operate and maintain
d) Luminaires owned by the RCA
e) Luminaires owned by the Electricity Distribution Company

Off/On control of lighting is either via an individual Light point Controller attached to
each luminaire or via a dedicated street lighting network that has an unmetered energy
calculated by an agreed formula or is separately metered.

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 Demarcation point of ownership between RCA and the Electricity Distribution Company is
generally the fuse carrier on the column switchboard or the IPC in an overhead aerial
situation. The RCA normally owns the fuse cartridge.

4 ELECTRICAL STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS

Ensure that all parts of the lighting scheme conform to the following:

• The Electricity Act, Electricity Regulations, AS/NZS 3000 and approved Codes of
Practice issued by the Minister
• The Electricity Distribution Company requirements for connection, supply and
installation of cables, and attachment of lighting equipment to their poles
• The Electricity Distribution Company conditions for connecting equipment to their
network are fully complied with

5 HEALTH AND SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

All State Highway construction projects, network maintenance areas and bridge
maintenance contracts are required to develop an Environmental and Social Management
Plan. The plans establish the environmental management system between the
contractors, consultants and the Transport Agency. They clarify accountability and how
we will achieve compliance under our legal obligations. For further information please
refer to http://www.nzta.govt.nz/network/operating/sustainably/plans.html

All work shall comply with the Transport Agency’s health and safety and environmental
management requirements in relation to construction, operation and maintenance. Our
minimum standard for social and environmental management plans is Z/4 and health and
safety compliance notice is Z/5. The documents are available from:
http://www.nzta.govt.nz/resources/state-highway-professional-services-contract-
proforma-manual/standards/z-series.html

6 HEALTH AND SAFETY

The requirements of Health and Safety in Employment Act plus any amendments shall be
met at all times. An onsite Safety Management Plan is to be implemented and a record
sheet must be available on site at all times for all personnel to sign onto.

Any accidents, near miss and remedial actions are to be reported in writing to the
Engineer’s representative as soon as possible after the accident or near miss occurring.
This SHALL occur within 48 hours of the incident occurring.

The Code of Practice for Temporary Traffic Management (CoPTTM) is to apply to all
activities within the road reserve or adjacent to and affecting the road reserve users.

7 LIGHTING EQUIPMENT

7.1 Outreach Brackets (Arms) for Overhead Installations

All outreach brackets shall be designed to have a design life as noted below in Table 1, to
meet loads imposed by AS/NZS 1170 and have corrosion protection to AS/NZS 4680.

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 The electrical connection to the overhead conductor via an IPC connection (demarcation
point) must be to the Electricity Distribution Company requirements.

7.2 Lighting Equipment

The design life of equipment is shown in Table 1 below:

Component Design life

Columns1 40 years2

Outreach arms1 40 years2

Luminaires1 20 years2

Lamps LED 85,000 hours3

HPS HO twin arc 16,000 hours4

Painted/powder coated surfaces 20 years

(non-luminaire)

Notes:
1. Includes all bolts and fixings associated with the component.
2. The NAMS “NZ Infrastructure Asset Valuation and Depreciation Guidelines” lists 25 to 50
years for lighting columns and outreach arms and 10 to 25 years for luminaires.
3. Expected service life of 20 years for LEDs based on operating hours of approximately 4,250
hours per annum.
4. Expected service life based on manufacturers data and expected 5% failure rate. Note: lamp
manufacturers may publish average rated life at 50% failure rate; this is too long if a
periodic lamp replacement programme is implemented. Typical operating hours of road
lighting networks within New Zealand is approximately 4,250 hours per annum.

Luminaires, columns and outreach brackets that are used in new projects or are
extensions of existing stages should be compatible with adjacent lighting and, where
practicable, visually match.

For efficient maintenance, the types of lighting equipment used are usually limited to
those already in the lighting network. Introduction of new equipment requires approval
from the RCA prior to use. Review of existing approved equipment will occur annually.

8 PAINTING OF COLUMNS AND LUMINAIRES

Painting of lighting columns is generally NOT permitted but if there is a particular reason
for doing so approval shall be obtained from the RCA. The colour shall be consistent
throughout the area, blending in with adjoining roads or environment and shall be
identified as part of the design submission.

Painting of ANY luminaires shall be carried out by the luminaire manufacturer during the
assembly/construction of the luminaire in a controlled factory environment. The painting
of any luminaire to an alternative colour will not exempt the manufacturer from any
warranty or guarantee responsibilities nor have a reduced life expectancy of less than 20
years.

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 When using painted columns/luminaires in new developments the lighting designer
should factor into the whole of life costing of comparison schemes to allow painting the
column three times throughout the life of the column (based on 40 year expected life).
The RCA will require an upfront contribution from the Developer based on current prices
for the additional maintenance work.

Segmental steel road lighting columns complying with the Transport Agency Specification
M26 do not generally require partial painting or hazard markers as detailed in the Traffic
Control Devices Manual.

9 SIGNS
Identify any existing signs that need to be relocated onto lighting columns or onto their
independent columns. If the signage is being transferred onto the lighting column ensure
the column will support the added load and windage from the sign.

Comply with the Transport Agency requirements regarding location or size of signs.

Position all new lighting to minimise shadows from any new or existing signage.

If existing signs are being transferred onto slip based columns they shall not interfere
with the flight/dynamic loading of the column when struck by an out of control vehicle.

10 EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE TELEPHONES

Where an emergency assistance telephone is provided, a luminaire shall be located within
15m on the traffic approach side of the telephone.

Where a median located column scheme is chosen, an area not less than 5m in length
either side of the telephone and 3m wide (measured from the edge of the carriageway)
shall be lit to V3 illuminance requirements.

11 BUS STOPS
Bus stops on a road classification and subcategory V road shall have a luminaire located
within 10m of the approach side of the marked bus stop area.

12 HAZARDOUS GAS MITIGATION

Where new columns are to be installed within a contaminated soil zone protective foam is
to be installed within the base of the column to prevent the escape of hazardous gas
entering the column from the contaminated ground below.

13 TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT DEVICES

Traffic management devices shall be considered as part of the lighting design. See
AS/NZS 1158.1.1:2005 section 3.4.3 and AS/NZS 1158.3.1:2005 section 3.2.

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14 FLAG LIGHTING
Lighting of an isolated intersection on an otherwise unlit route should only be considered
after all options to highlight the intersection with passive devices such as signs, road
markings, and delineation have been explored and implemented.

In a completely dark, unlit rural environment LED full cut off (flat optic) luminaires are
usually unsuitable for flag lighting as motorists may not be able to see direct light from
the luminaire at a sufficient warning distance.

Issues surrounding the use of flag lighting (single luminaires) and full intersection
lighting design at isolated intersections are addressed in NZTA Technical Memorandum
TM-2015. A summary is given below.

Full isolated intersection lighting or flag lighting should be considered when:

• There is evidence of a high history of night time crashes

• There are raised islands that could be a hazard
• In the presence of pedestrians
• An intersection has limited visibility, complex geometry, confusing background,
unusual traffic patterns
• In a highly trafficked tourist route where drivers may not be familiar with the road
• Two main traffic routes meet or there is channelization on either road
• There are right turn movements or related turning bay
• There are other special safety or layout factors that warrants a full intersection
lighting design

If there is no electricity network available consider alternative energy sources such as

solar, wind or micro-hydro powered lighting.

15 WHOLE OF LIFE COSTING

The “whole of life” cost of an activity must be calculated as required by the Transport
Agency’s Economic Evaluation Manual (EEM). The definition from the EEM is:

The costs taken into account in an economic efficiency evaluation include all costs
incurred in providing the transport infrastructure or service, and depend on the type of
activity being evaluated. Costs are identified in the relevant sections of [the economic
evaluation] manual for each of the different investment types. In all cases costs are
whole-of-life costs and are to include all costs, including capital, operating and
maintenance costs that are likely to be incurred at any time in the evaluation period.

www.nzta.govt.nz/resources/economic-evaluation-manual/economic-evaluation-manual

Referring to the ISO definitions diagram below, the EEM ‘whole-of-life-cost’ is commonly
identical to the ‘life cycle cost’ (LCC).

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 Source – BS ISO 15686-5

The Transport Agency’s EEM uses social cost-benefit analysis and considers both costs
and benefits to determine a benefit cost ratio (BCR).

Road lighting renewal projects, in which the customer level of service is not changing, will
usually not require a full cost-benefit analysis. A net present value (NPV) analysis, in
which the present value of future costs are used to establish the long term least cost
option, may be used instead. Again, whole of life costs must be calculated as required by
the Transport Agency’s EEM.

Energy savings calculations must ensure the total luminaire wattage is used.

Whole of life costs for the scheme shall be used to ensure best value (BV) is being used.

Whole of life costing may be used to consider options within a scheme, luminaire
selection or a scheme as a whole. In undertaking whole of life costing analysis, consider
the initial costs borne by the capital cost of the development AND the ongoing
maintenance and replacement costs borne by the RCA, PLUS the disposal costs at end of
life. This shall include the maintenance costs associated with painted columns verses
galvanised columns or decorative luminaires verses functional road lighting luminaires,
i.e. aesthetics verses operating and maintenance costs.

16 CENTRAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (CMS)

16.1 General
Refer to Appendix VIII for a generalised Road Lighting Central Management System (CMS)
schematic and terminology.

The use of a CMS shall be considered on a project-by-project basis and as part of the RCA
Intelligent Transport System (ITS) or if the asset owner specifies it as a requirement within
the design brief. As a guide the designer shall consider the use of a CMS within their
specification based on the following considerations:

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 • The results from whole of life cost analysis comparing likely changes in energy use
and crash risk against the capital and operating costs of a system
• Requirement for dynamic lighting levels. Where varying lighting levels are required
on the scheme, however, it is not seen as appropriate to install a fixed regime that
cannot be controlled remotely. A CMS would be used in this situation to provide a
quick and flexible solution
• The benefits of installing a CMS can be economically justified, refer section 15

Use of a CMS shall be considered where there is electricity metering, or the system
includes energy metering, as the energy usage can easily be confirmed.

16.2 Communication Protocols

It is important that a CMS uses publically available communications (open source)
protocol between all devices to ensure Gateway and Light Point Controller hardware is
available from at least four different suppliers – thereby avoiding vendor dependency.

16.3 Luminaire Controller / Light Point Controller (LPC)

The Luminaire Controller/Light Point Controller shall be installed as part of the luminaire
by one of the following methods:

a) 7 contact point NEMA ANSI C136.41 receptacle;

b) Permanently fixed via conduit entry; or
c) Mini/Micro aerial

The IP66 rating of the luminaire shall be maintained with the LPC installed.

The RCA shall specify their preference within the design brief.

16.4 Maintenance Considerations

CMS could be an acceptable solution where the existing or proposed installation might be
difficult to maintain.

This could be for a variety of reasons, for example:

• Remote location of the scheme

• Difficulty accessing the scheme due to traffic volumes
• Geometry of the road

In situations like this the cost of installing a CMS shall be considered against the benefit
of having the system in place. This would be done by producing a ‘whole of life costing’
for the scheme, which takes into account the costs associated with attending site and
maintaining the installation.

16.5 Future Network Maintenance

CMS should be considered on any project if the RCA intends to have all of the lighting
stock on CMS as part of their long-term maintenance policy.

16.6 Variable Lighting Levels

All schemes should be considered for variable lighting levels by the Asset Owner to limit
the environmental impact of the lighting installation. The Lighting Designer should

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 discuss the available options with the Asset Owner. Variable lighting levels may not
always be appropriate, and each lighting scheme’s requirements will have differing needs.

The designer is responsible for demonstrating their rationale in making a

recommendation. The following aspects should be considered when making an
assessment:

a) Traffic Crash Report (TCR) statistics and whether night time incidents are a
consideration
b) Potential energy and crash savings
c) Cost of providing variable lighting capabilities
d) Associated cost benefit analysis
e) Condition of the existing road infrastructure, e.g. does it meet current standards

A risk assessment should be carried out to determine whether variable lighting is

appropriate. If variable lighting is deemed to be a viable course of action then financial
benefit will have to be demonstrated to justify the additional capital expenditure
associated with its inclusion. This is done by a ‘whole of life’ costing which takes into
account energy usage, effect on crash frequency and the design life of the luminaire and
Tele-Management System.

Note that additional energy savings may be possible by dimming the luminaire to the
required light level.

Often the preferred luminaire for each situation is not available or optimised for each
individual road hence the next highest lumen output luminaire is chosen. This means the
designer shall consider variable (dimming) lighting levels from initial switch on.

Additional savings will also result by counteracting the effects allowed for in the initial
maintenance factor from lumen depreciation, dirt accumulation and premature failure.

16.7 Selecting a Lighting Level Profile

Variable lighting levels aren’t a new concept however there is not a wealth of guidance
about how best to go about it. It should be considered that variable lighting is about
lighting the road to the correct level for the appropriate conditions at a specified time.

16.8 Light Point Controller

The use of a light point controller on the luminaire requires different specifications for
different light sources. HID luminaires require a switch on level of around 50 - 70 lux to
allow time for the lamp to run up to full brightness. With instant start up light sources,
such as LED, the switch on threshold can be lower.

Light point controllers with a negative switching differential can be specified for HID.
These should not be used for instant start up light sources.

Example:
For a V1 Road where the average lighting level is 15 lux, the switch on level could be
trimmed to 20 - 30 lux. This can be achieved by using a CMS system or a lower switch
level photocell.

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17 ENVIRONMENTAL LIGHTING EFFECTS

17.1 Forms of Potential Adverse Lighting Effects

There are three main types of lighting effects that have the potential for varying degrees
of intrusiveness to both vehicles and residents living near lighting installations. They shall
be considered when designing lighting schemes and are:

• Spill light, which can also be backlight

• Glare
• Sky glow (upward light)

These effects are illustrated in Figure 2:

Source – ILP Guidance Notes for the Reduction of Obtrusive Light. GN01:2011

The AS/NZS 1158 series provides guidance on the spill lighting levels for Category P
roads.

To help mitigate these adverse effects from new lighting schemes, luminaires MUST be
installed at either tilt angles of no more than 5 degrees. Higher tilt angles, if required for
special circumstances, will require specific approval by the RCA.

All luminaire applications must demonstrate adherence to the principles of the

International Dark-Sky Association (IDA); refer to www.darksky.org.

For further information on achieving Greenroads credits refer:

www.greenroads.org/1429/18/light-pollution

17.1.1 Spill Lighting

Spill lighting, Backlight or Light Trespass can be both obtrusive and beneficial and can be
described as the effects of light or illuminance that strays from its intended purpose. On
a roadway lighting system it is desirable to have most of the light directed onto the
roadway and only a small amount directed onto the surrounding area, for example

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 footpaths and kerbed areas. Lighting designs that allow excessive light to fall on areas
away from the road and onto private land will not be acceptable for any project.

As a general guide the maximum level permitted for spill light is 10 lux either horizontal
or vertical 3m inside the property boundary at 1.5m above the ground or at window
height if the building is located closer than 3m from the boundary.

17.1.2 Glare
Glare is the brightness of a luminaire when compared with the brightness of the
background against which they are seen.

Glare can also be described as unwanted source luminance, and is defined by the
Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) as the sensation produced by luminance in the
visual field that is sufficiently greater than the luminance to which the eye has adapted to
cause annoyance, discomfort, or loss of visual performance and visibility.
Glare can be categorised as follows:

Disability glare - Disability glare results from the scattering of light within the eye so
reducing contrasts of the retinal image (refer CIE 115:2010).

Discomfort glare - does not typically cause a dangerous situation in itself, though it is
annoying and irritating at best. It can potentially cause fatigue if experienced over
extended periods.

Threshold Increment (TI) - a measure of the loss of visibility caused by the disability
glare from the road lighting luminaires (refer CIE 115:2010).

If the glare value can be kept below the 10% maximum of Threshold Increment (TI) then
glare is considered to be controlled.

17.1.3 Sky Glow

Urban sky glow is the result of stray light being scattered in the atmosphere brightening
the natural sky background level. This effect is extremely detrimental to astronomers as
well as annoying to many people in the general public.

This effect is difficult to mitigate fully as some light will always be reflected upwards off
the road surface. Sky glow will also be reduced by the specification of luminaires that are
able to provide good optical control.

To minimise direct light spill into the upper hemisphere, it is recommended that only
luminaires with an Upward Waste Light Ratio (UWLR) below 1% of the total light output are
used.

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PART 2 DESIGN
18 LIGHTING CLASSIFICATION AND SUBCATEGORY SELECTION

18.1 General
The lighting hierarchy for various Roads and/or Public Spaces can be selected from the
criteria outlined in AS/NZS 1158.1.1 or AS/NZS 1158.3.1. For Category V lighting, the
sub category selection tool available on www.eecabusiness.govt.nz/content/road-lighting
will provide additional guidance.

To ensure consistency across the road network determine the road classification and
lighting subcategory for each route in the network rather than one section of road at a
time as this may produce varying lighting levels along a route with the same operating
characteristics.

Rural Roads
For rural road lighting consider if the road classification and subcategory selected will be
appropriate over the life of the installation, e.g. do not over light if demand for lighting
will not be justified for several years (it may be more cost effective to upgrade later). If
the result is bordering on a higher road classification and subcategory and road user
demand is expected to increase it may be appropriate to select the higher level.

The decision to provide category V lighting on rural roads should be based on benefit
cost considerations where the benefits are the potential crash savings from the
subcategory of lighting to be provided. Compared to urban roads rural roads tend to
have fewer crashes per vehicle kilometre travelled and fewer crashes of the type most
influenced by road lighting (e.g. pedestrians). Depending on the traffic makeup lighting
on rural roads may not be economically justified until the traffic volume is many times
(often 3 or 4 times) the traffic volume of equivalent urban roads.

Rural Intersections
For isolated rural intersections, the use of “flag lighting” (refer section 14) to identify the
intersection at night may be considered appropriate.

Column Types
For preferred column types, refer to Transport Agency Specification M26. Note that the
use of decorative or semi-decorative luminaires is discouraged but can be used in certain
situations with prior written approval from the RCA.

Light Sources
LED luminaires are the preferred option. Other technologies may be considered but shall
be confirmed by the RCA before final design is finalised. Care should be taken to avoid
mixing lighting technologies where this could cause confusion or inconsistency.

The use of MH, NGMH and MV lamps is NOT permitted.

For preferred column types, refer to Transport Agency Specification M26.

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19 CATEGORY V LIGHTING

19.1 General
Category V lighting should provide a lit environment conducive to the safe and
comfortable movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic at night and discourage illegal
acts. The visual requirements of motorists predominate.

Design the lighting to comply with AS/NZS 1158.1 Road lighting - Vehicular traffic
(Category V) lighting.

LED luminaires are the preferred option for Category V lighting but that choice remains
subject to any “whole of life” analysis of costs. Alternatively high output twin arc, high
output high pressure sodium (HPS) lamps may be considered if superior whole of life cost
can be demonstrated, subject to any local restrictions/controls.

Permissible light sources and luminaire types must meet the requirements detailed in this
document.

20 CATEGORY P LIGHTING

20.1 General
Category P lighting provides a lit environment to help pedestrians orientate themselves
and detect potential hazards, and discourage fear of crime and crime against the person.

Design the lighting to comply with AS/NZS 1158.3.1 Road lighting - Pedestrian area
(Category P) lighting. The principles of “Crime Prevention through Environmental Design”
(CPTED) shall be considered.

LED lighting is the preferred option for all Category P installations but that choice remains
subject to any “whole of life” analysis of costs.

Calculations shall be undertaken during the design process to ensure the use of system
wattages and technologies that maximise efficiency but also minimise the number of
luminaires installed for the particular situation.

Important considerations in luminaire selection are system wattage, lumen depreciation,

maintenance factors, reliability, performance, operating criteria, compatibility,
compliance, effect on environment and whole of life cost.

20.2 Category P Lighting – Cycleway and Pathway Lighting

Design the lighting to comply with AS/NZS 1158.3.1 Road Lighting - Pedestrian Area
(Category P) Lighting. The principles of “Crime Prevention through Environmental Design”
(CPTED) should be considered.

The RCA prefers to illuminate only those paths and cycle ways that are designated safe
routes.

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 The luminaires must meet the requirements for Type 4 or 5 as detailed in
AS/NZS 1158.3.1, to help control upward waste light, glare and spill light.
The minimum mounting height is 6.0 metres and the maximum is 8.0 metres.

Bollard lighting is not an acceptable method of lighting paths and cycle ways within
reserve areas.

20.3 Underpasses or Pedestrian Tunnels

In areas of high pedestrian activity or areas of high risk of crime lighting shall be
designed in accordance with AS/NZS 1158.3.1.

In areas of low pedestrian activity, the minimum horizontal point illuminance shall not be
less than 10 lux and the minimum vertical point illuminance shall not be less than 3 lux.

Vandal resistant or purpose built luminaires with a minimum IK08 rating shall be used.

20.4 Pedestrian Overpasses

Where open pedestrian overpasses are required to be lit, lighting shall be provided to
meet the requirements of AS/NZS 1158.3.1 road classification and to be consistent with
the connecting elements unless otherwise specified in the project design brief.

20.5 Traffic Underpasses or Short Tunnels

Traffic Underpasses and Short Tunnels should be lit in accordance with AS/NZS 1158.5.
Where underpass lighting is to be provided, provision for lighting shall be included via the
installation of concealed conduits (with draw wires) installed within the structure.

The mounting location of luminaires will determine if any extra attention needs to be
given to the issue of luminaire vibration.

Luminaire location and mounting techniques are likely to significantly affect maintenance
costs and effects of traffic management.

21 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

21.1 Maximum Energy Density for Category V

To maximise efficiency and minimise the number of luminaires installed the minimum
design spacing is required to maximise energy efficiency.

Calculations are completed in the normal way to determine maximum straight road
design spacing for compliance with AS/NZS 1158. In conjunction with the layout
drawings, using a sample area, the maximum energy density values indicated in Table 2
below shall also apply to ensure minimum column spacing are practical.

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 Table 2 – Maximum Energy Density (W/m2) for Vehicular Straight Roads

Road Classification (SUB CATEGORY)

V4 V3 V2 V1

≤ 100W LED ≤ 0.23 W/m2 ≤ 0.38 W/m2 ≤ 0.39 W/m2 ≤ 0.41 W/m2

101W – 120W LED ≤ 0.27 W/m2 ≤ 0.43 W/m2 ≤ 0.45 W/m2 ≤ 0.46 W/m2

121W – 140W LED ≤ 0.28 W/m2 ≤ 0.44 W/m2 ≤ 0.47 W/m2 ≤ 0.51 W/m2

141W - 185W LED ≤ 0.3 W/m2 ≤ 0.45 W/m2 ≤ 0.51 W/m2 ≤ 0.57 W/m2

186W - 200W LED NA ≤ 0.49 W/m2 ≤ 0.55 W/m2 ≤ 0.64 W/m2

≤ 150W HPS lamp ≤ 0.31 W/m2 ≤ 0.38 W/m2 ≤ 0.48 W/m2 ≤ 0.58 W/m2

≤ 250W HPS lamp ≤ 0.48 W/m2 ≤ 0.57 W/m2 ≤ 0.62 W/m2 ≤ 0.78 W/m2

Example:
Maximum design calculation (from AS/NZS 1158) is, say, 55m (average spacing) for a
128W LED luminaire. Over an area of 200m, columns could be spaced at 50m intervals.
From Table 2 above, confirm that the energy density figure is equal to or less than
0.28W/m2.

4 x 128W
200 x 10 = 0.256W/m2

21.2 Minimum Spacing Requirement for Category P

Note that different energy performance metrics are used in this specification for Cat V
(energy density basis) schemes and for Cat P (minimum spacing basis) schemes. This
approach acknowledges that for Cat V schemes (luminance based calculations) the design
width (and therefore area) is subject to many dimensional variables and the energy
density method is most appropriate. For Cat P schemes the column spacing approach is
already well established, as it was part of the 2010 RightLight programme.

To maximise efficiency and minimise the number of luminaires installed, apply Table 3
below.

The spacing in this table limits the types of luminaires that are acceptable by ensuring
only high performing luminaires are used at appropriate mounting heights. The effects of
trees causing shadowing shall also be taken into account, and specific design is required
at curves and bends.

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 Table 3 - Minimum Design Spacing for Local Roads

Legal road width (m) 20 18 16 14 12 10

LED System Wattage 20W-29W 50 50 50 52 53 55

30W-35W 50 50 52 54 55 58

36W-45W 52 52 56 58 60 62

46W-65W 54 58 58 64 - -

66W-80W 64 66 68 - - -

Existing HID lamps P3 minimum spacing 42 45 50 50 50 60

For walkways and cycle ways the minimum design spacing for straight sections is 30m for
P3 and 50m for P4. Where walkways curve specific design is required.

21.3 Mounting Heights

Minimum Maximum Preferred

Cat P 6 8 7-8
Cat V 8 14 9 - 12
Note: Higher mounting heights may be appropriate for Cat V but will need approval prior
to detailed design

22 ROAD LIGHTING DESIGN

22.1 Project Brief or Principal’s Requirements

The Lighting Design Project Brief or Principal’s Requirements shall contain the lighting
design requirements for the project to be designed. This will also include the anticipated
cleaning interval for the luminaires for confirmation of the Luminaire Maintenance Factor
(LMF) in determining the overall Maintenance Factor. The Project Brief or Principal’s
Requirements for the project must be peer reviewed in both context and relevance, with
particular regard to aspects of urban design, environmental considerations, walking and
cycling, and social objectives.

The Project Brief or Principal’s Requirements should not be older than 12 months and
must be updated within 12 months of commencement of design.

The Project brief shall consider the following:

a) Resource consent requirements

b) Scope and location of the project
c) Purpose and objective of the lighting scheme
d) RCA project manager
e) Lighting classification and subcategories for each and every road and intersecting
road that apply to the project
f) Specific requirements (if any), such as: a particular type of column (e.g. passively
safe) or luminaire, restrictions on light locations, special features of the proposed

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 road layout or landscaping that may influence the lighting design, traffic
management devices that require supplementary lighting
g) Spill light restrictions, if any
h) Maximum Threshold Increment (TI)
i) Upward Waste Light Ratio (UWLR) restrictions, if any

The shelf life for ALL completed designs (date of acceptance of design by the RCA) shall
be less than 12 months before the date of ordering of materials.

22.2 The Lighting Designer

The selection process of The Lighting Designer needs to be based on this disciplines
requirement. If a large construction or renewal project calls for an Expression of Interest
(EOI) and the selection of the Lighting Design carries no or little importance in the
selection process then Lighting should be excluded from this EOI and the appointment of
a Lighting Designer is done on lighting experience, ability and attributes.

All project designs shall be completed by lighting design companies with individual
experienced Lighting Designers that have the following pre-requisites:

a) Be a suitably qualified and a competent person. A competent lighting designer is a

person, who has acquired, through training, qualification or experience or a
combination of these, the knowledge and skill enabling that person to perform the
required task correctly
b) Be conversant with Australian/New Zealand Standards and local practices concerning
lighting design for public outdoor areas (preferably with a minimum of 3 years’
experience)
c) Have an established track record of competent road lighting design from similar
projects
d) An appropriate level of membership from the IESANZ is encouraged. (Note: A list of
MIES and RLP qualified members and their specific lighting design discipline is held
on the IESANZ website)
e) Have an appropriate level of professional indemnity insurance (minimum
NZ$500,000)
f) Undertake the complete lighting design, including being responsible for preparing
estimates, tender documents, whole of life cost analysis and assisting with tender
evaluation
g) Provide a Lighting Design Report and Lighting Design Statement - see Appendices II
and III
h) Ensure the lighting scheme meets all the requirements of this document
i) Manage the lighting construction works to a successful conclusion, including regular
site observation to ensure the installation meets the intention of the design
documents
j) Check and approve payment of all progress and final invoices
k) Resolve any complaints to the satisfaction of RCA prior to final acceptance by the RCA
l) Sign off the project as being practically complete on completion

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 22.3 Lighting Design Peer Review
The RCA shall decide if independent peer review is needed for each and every project and
appoint the nominated peer reviewer as required.

The peer reviewer shall be independent of the Designer, shall be from an unrelated
company to that of the Designer and should have a level of qualification or experience
equal to or above that of the Lighting Designer as described in (section 22.2 above).

The nominated Peer Reviewer shall undertake his/her duties at each of the design phases
as defined by the NZ Construction Industry Council Guidelines i.e. Concept, Preliminary,
Developed and Detailed Design.

All design calculations undertaken by a luminaire supplier SHALL be peer reviewed by at

least one independent, unrelated designer with the qualifications and experience
described in (section 22.2 above).

All Peer reviews shall be carried out less than one year prior to lighting equipment
purchase.

Any safety audits of the lighting design shall be carried out by a qualified road safety
auditor.

22.4 Lighting Design Documentation

The following information shall be provided as a minimum to facilitate the lighting design
peer review process:

a) Lighting Design Report (refer section 23.2), including whole of life cost analysis
b) Lighting design drawings (refer section 22.6)
c) Details of the design method used and the values of the light technical parameters
obtained, for each of the road elements involved, compared to the limiting values
given in AS/NZS 1158
d) Records of any non-compliant design elements and any departures from the design
spacing that have been used in the design process
e) A completed Lighting Specification
f) Complete computer analysis information required by AS/NZS 1158
g) Luminaire intensity distribution tables (in North American IES or CIE format as
requested) and the origin of this photometric data
h) The name and source of the computer programme used, and a statement of its
compliance or otherwise with the requirements of AS/NZS 1158
i) Details of the road surface reflection characteristics assumed in luminance-based
design calculations
j) Justification for the maintenance factor used in the calculations and the associated
schedule of maintenance to be adopted, e.g. the luminaire cleaning and or lamp
replacement intervals, as agreed with the RCA
k) A cross-section drawing showing the proposed type of column, setback, outreach
arm, luminaire offset and luminaire

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 22.5 Control of Non-Conformance
The Lighting Designer shall have a procedure to ensure that design outputs that do not
conform to the specified requirements are clearly indicated on the relevant design
records, Lighting Design Report and Lighting Design Statement as well as the reasons for
the non-compliance. Acceptance of any non-conforming issues shall have RCA’s written
approval. Such acceptance shall be provided along with lighting design documentation for
Peer Reviewers.

22.6 Design Drawings

All engineering drawings shall be legible, clear, readable and complete. They must clearly
illustrate the proposal and enable both assessment of compliance with this document and
accurate construction.

Engineering design drawings shall include the following:

a) A locality diagram giving the overall layout and location of the works
b) Detailed drawings, longitudinal sections, cross sections and diagrams of the
proposed developments and/or construction work required
c) Special details where the standard drawings are not sufficient
d) A north point, preferably pointing above the horizontal (i.e. in the top 180
degrees)

Show the following general information on the drawings:

a) The extent of the works showing existing and proposed roads, and the relationship
of the works with adjacent works, services and/or property
b) Proposed and existing property boundaries and street numbers
c) Significant existing vegetation to be removed, any special or protected trees and any
areas of heritage significance that may be affected by the works
d) The road lighting layout showing the location and type of each luminaire and
proposed and existing significant road features (e.g. kerbs, property boundaries,
planting and traffic management devices)
e) Location/warning of existing underground services
f) Lane markings
g) Locations of street furniture, if available
h) Overhead obstructions

Show the following road lighting information on the lighting design drawings:

a) The existing and proposed electrical load of the lighting circuits

b) The lighting design details including: lighting classification and subcategory that the
scheme has been designed to meet, mounting height, tilt, maximum spacing and any
non-complying portions or exceptions
c) A lighting schedule
d) Carriageway design width (Wk) used in accordance with AS/NZS 1158 clause 3.2.2.2
or Road Reserve width (W).
e) Cable offsets (existing cable locations, records and offsets that are maintained by
Electricity Distribution Company)
f) Distribution pole attachment details

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 Include in the schedule the requirements for each location:

a) Luminaire manufacturer, model, colour and optic used

b) Lamp manufacturer, type, colour temperature and system wattage
c) Outreach bracket (arm) code, outreach length and tilt angle
d) Column type
e) Mounting height to luminaire optical centre
f) Offset or overhang
g) Any other equipment or work required to complete the scheme

Include the following notes:

a) Alternative equipment to that specified in the schedule (columns, outreach brackets

(arms), luminaires and lamps) can be provided with the tender or quotation
submissions provided all requirements are met and the performance of all
alternatives are equal or superior to those indicated on the drawing and the
associated documents
b) Requirements for any temporary lighting

See Appendix IV for a sample road lighting drawing.

Drawings must be legible at A3 size and can be drawn to a scale of 1:500 or 1:1000.
Electronic drawings must be prepared in an industry standard format suitable for later
addition of as-built information and inclusion in the RCA’s asset information system.
Drawings can be supplied in electronic format as dwg, dxf, pdf or tif files.

23 ACCEPTANCE OF DESIGN

23.1 Documents to be Submitted for RCA Acceptance

Submit the lighting design documentation (section 22.4), design drawings (section 22.6)
with the Lighting Design Report (see Appendix II) and Lighting Design Statement (LDS1) -
Design (see Appendix III) along with any other relevant information to assist with the
design acceptance. Additional information may be required and shall be provided when
requested. This information should enable the process to be followed easily and should
allow for replication of the results.

23.2 Lighting Design Report

A Design Report (see Appendix II) shall be submitted for acceptance.

The Design Report provides the RCA with specific details relating to the design including
any non-compliant design elements. The Design Report shall identify how construction of
the project will be managed to ensure the design will be successfully implemented. It
shall also describe how communication with stakeholders and other parties to the design
has/will be managed.

23.3 Lighting Design Statement (LDS1) - Design

The Lighting Design Statement (LDS1) - Design (see Appendix III) shall be submitted for
acceptance. It confirms that the design meets all specifications relating to the project.

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 The signatory of a Designer on a Lighting Design Statement shall meet the qualifications
and experience described above in section 22.2.

23.4 RCA Acceptance

All quality aspects of the investigation, design and construction must comply with the
requirements of this document.

When the design documentation and design report meets the requirements of this
document, the RCA shall notify the Designer that the design has been accepted. In
considering the design and giving its acceptance, the RCA shall act without undue delay.

The “Design Review Certificate” shown in Appendix VI will be used by the RCA (or their
representative) in making the final decision to accept the design.

Work SHALL NOT commence on site unless and until:

• A resource consent for the work has been granted, except when no such consent is
required
• The RCA has given written acceptance
• Any other consent/approval required has been granted
• A Traffic Management Plan has been prepared and approved by the RCA (or their
representative)

24 ELECTRICAL RETICULATION

24.1 General
Each column shall be a separate installation in accordance with AS/NZS 3000.

24.2 Underground Services, Construction, Backfill and Bedding

There are various methods of installing underground services. These include open
trenching, directional drilling, pipe bursting, vacuum air suction, etc.
Factors that may affect the choice include ground conditions, disruption to traffic, the
presence of trees, site safety and the availability of knowledge to location of existing or
redundant services.

The Transport Agency National Classification refers to Strategic, Arterial and Collector
Roads. The preferred method of trenching across these roads is via a method known as
“trenchless” or “thrusting” or “directionally drilled”.

The RCA’s preferred method of trenching in grass or within new developments is via open
trench.

When the intention is to lay a number of utilities in a common trench, ensure the
minimum cover and separation distances for each utility in the trench cross-section is
maintained.

Bedding materials should comply with the network utility operators requirements.
Specify backfill materials individually. The material used must be capable of achieving
the backfill compaction required. All surface restoration must match existing surfaces.
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 The RCA has specific requirements for trench restoration in different locations, for
example, on hillsides.

24.3 Points of Supply and Circuiting

Points of supply shall be determined in conjunction with the Electricity Distribution
Companies requirements. This shall optimise an efficient, effective and reliable network
minimising new works required to connect to the network.

If appropriate, a metered point of supply shall be organised with the Electricity

Distribution Company and the preferred Electricity Retailer.

If a three-phase scheme is chosen then luminaires shall be circuited in such a way that the
load is evenly balanced across all phases. All luminaires shall be circuited in such a way
that adjacent luminaires are not on the same phase. Consideration must also be given to
how a three-phase circuit is protected. If using three single pole MCB’s, specific warning
labelling must also be included, plus a triple pole main switch.

24.4 Cable Type and Terminations

Underground cables shall be single phase or three phase, single core, dual or three core
copper conductors with Neutral Screen protection and PVC insulation. The cabling shall
be selected by the designer to meet the requirements of AS/NZS 3000.

At every lighting column all conductors shall be terminated within the terminal contacts
on a dedicated column switchboard within the base of each column.

To maintain the IP rating of all luminaires all internal cabling from the switchboard
protection device to the luminaire shall be either a minimum of 1.5mm2 circular 3 core
TPS cable or a minimum of 1.5mm2 2C neutral screen cable, continuous throughout the
entire length.

If flat 1.5mm2 2C+E TPS cable is used from the switchboard to the luminaire the
termination to the luminaire shall occur within a suitable IP65 (or higher) connector within
300mm of entering the luminaire. The IP rating of the luminaire is not to be
compromised in any way.

Flat TPS cable is NOT to be used for direct connection into an IP rated luminaire unless an
IP66 gland suitable for flat TPS cable is used.

24.5 Qualified Personnel

All work undertaken on the Electricity Distribution Company’s network shall be under the
direct supervision of a holder of a current Authorisation Holders Certificate (AHC).

24.6 Documentation
The Contractor shall provide design and certification documentation in accordance with
the Electricity Safety Regulations.

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25 CONTROL AND INSPECTION OF THE WORK

25.1 General
Prior to accepting any newly commissioned lighting installation onto the RCA network, the
installation shall be checked by the RCA Asset Manager or his appointed representative.
Any remedial work or improvements required to comply with the approved design shall
be carried out as identified. This includes any problems, failures or defects that may
arise during the stipulated defects liability period, or the guarantee period for individual
fittings or fixtures, whichever is greater.

Demonstrate that the following has been undertaken:

• Identify the RCA’s key achievement criteria have been met

• Plan how defects will be realised
• Control the work in conformance with the project quality system
• Check, inspect or test the work and verify that it conforms to the specified
requirements
• Record the results as documentary evidence of compliance

This section relates to both design and construction works and requires that all processes
involved be properly managed.

25.2 Checking, Inspection, Testing and Recording

Check, inspect or test against all key achievement criteria to verify compliance during
design and construction and on final completion.

Clearly indicate any “hold” or “witness points” in the Design Report, Specification and
Engineer’s Report or Contract Quality Plan, where the project requires checking, an
inspection and/or approval to proceed (i.e. internally and/or from the RCA).

25.3 Lighting Design Statement (LDS4) – Construction Review

The Lighting Design Statement (LDS4) – Construction Review (see Appendix III) shall be
submitted on completion of project.

26 COMPLETION CERTIFICATE
The installation Contractor will be required to send a Completion Certificate to the
Lighting Designer (or project manager) on practical completion. The Lighting Designer,
after inspecting the work, shall also provide certification of practical completion by
submitting a Completion Certificate (see Appendix VII) to the RCA. All other paperwork
including audit records, “As-Built Drawings”, etc. will be submitted with the Completion
Certificate to the RCA.

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PART 3 LUMINAIRE REQUIREMENTS
27 LED LUMINAIRE ATTRIBUTES
The following are important LED luminaire attributes and will be used as considerations
when assessing new product to be used on any RCA network.

27.1 Reliability
For greater efficiency and less maintenance the reliability of any LED luminaire is
important. New luminaires will only be accepted provided they exhibit good
characteristics with minimal predicted evidence of premature failure.

ALL components shall be selected to ensure the luminaire has a design life of more than
20 years. These typically include lenses, visor, gaskets, luminaire body, compatible
materials, etc. Details on design life of LEDs and drivers and how these lives have been
derived shall be provided.

Any supporting data, trial or case study may be helpful in confirming this fact.

27.2 Colour Temperature

All new LED luminaires shall have a nominal colour temperature near 4000°K such that the
values shown in Table 4 for CCT tolerance and Duv and tolerance for a Nominal 4000°K
CCT are achieved.

If the project brief so stipulates a colour temperature in the range 3000 K - 4500 K may
be considered noting that:

a) CCT values above 4000°K will produce more blue light which is generally seen as
undesirable in the night time environment and
b) CCT values below 4000° K will produce light with a warmer tone but also tend to be
less efficient in light output.

The SSL colour rendering index shall exceed Ra 70 in all cases.

Table 4 – Nominal Correlated Colour Temperature and Chromaticity Tolerances

Nominal correlated colour CCT Tolerance Duv and Tolerance

temperature (CCT) (°K)
3000°K 3045 ± 175 0.0001 ± 0.006
3500°K 3465 ± 245 0.0004 ± 0.006
4000°K 3985 ± 275 0.0009 ± 0.006
4500°K 4503 ± 243 0.0014 ± 0.006
5000°K 5029 ± 283 0.0019 ± 0.006
5700°K 5667 ± 355 0.0024 ± 0.006
Notes:
1. The preferred value of correlated colour temperature for road lighting is 4000°K
2. This table is based on ANSI/NEMA/ANSLG C78.377-2008

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 The approved method of measuring lumen depreciation and expected life shall comply
with IESNA LM-80 and TM21.

Initial lumen output is known as L100. Lumen depreciation after 85,000 hours operation
must be ≥ L90.

Lumen depreciation in LED luminaires is dependent on ambient operating temperature

and driver current. Data for an LED luminaire shall be configured at 25°C ambient
operating temperature. The supplier/manufacturer shall provide the following
information with LED lumen depreciation data:

• Driver current
• Initial lumen output
• Chromaticity
• Projected life expectancy TM21
• ISTMT (in situ Temperature Measurement Test)

If additional average ambient operating temperature data is available this should also be
provided for consideration.

27.3 Measurement Procedures

LED photometry and measurement procedures are required to be carried out as per IESNA
LM79-08 and AS/NZS 1158.

This information includes:

• Total luminous flux

• Minimum power factor of 0.9
• Efficacy (lumens/watt)

Absolute photometry of a completely assembled LED luminaire must be used as opposed

to Relative Photometry used via a reference lamp source for traditional HID.

27.4 Maintenance Factors (MF) or Light Loss Factor (LLF)

The basic goal of any lighting design is to meet the light technical parameters over the
full life of the installation. One element of that goal is to produce the desired amount of
light. However, unless otherwise adjusted, all lighting systems decline in lumen output
over time due to reductions in lumen output and changing surface properties of the
luminaire or of the environment. Using a LLF less than one typically means the initial
light level will be above the recommended target value, but over time this level will
decline to the minimum design level.

The Maintenance Factor of an LED luminaire is to be derived from the product of light
source lumen depreciation (LLD), luminaire survival factor (LSF) and luminaire
maintenance factor (LMF) i.e. MF = LLD x LSF x LMF.

LLD - lumen depreciation factor is information provided by the luminaire supplier (TM-21
report) and taking into account operating temperature, driver current, etc. Use the
lumen depreciation value at 85,000 hours operation (20 years).

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 LSF - lamp survival factor (expected minimum life of 20 years for all componentry). This
has been traditionally known as the time period at which 50% of HID lamps fail.
Another description of this variable could be “Failure Rate” (Fx) or “Rated Life” (Bx). It
is the expected amount of failures after 85,000 hours operation (includes electronic
components, drivers, lenses, any premature failure or mechanical failures, etc.).
This figure does not include any allowance for lumen depreciation and should be
provided by the manufacturer with supporting data. A typical figure for LED is to be
higher than 95% at 85,000 hours operation but if no figure (and supporting data) is
provided 50% is to be used when calculating overall maintenance factor.

LMF - luminaire maintenance factor is dependent on the ingress protection of the

luminaire, pollution category of the street and the cleaning interval of the luminaire.
This information can be derived from Appendix within AS/NZS 1158.3.1 or other
researched data such as that indicated within BS 5489-1. The RCA will provide the
cleaning interval for luminaires within the Design Brief or Principal’s Requirements.

Example:
MF = 0.912 (LLD from TM-21 report) x 0.95 (LSF data in this example less than 5% failure
rate) x 0.89 (from AS/NZS 1158) = 0.77

Maximum maintenance factors referenced in AS/NZS 1158 are to be adhered to. Note
these are maximum values and are NOT default values for all luminaires.

27.5 Warranty Period

Manufactures/Suppliers must warrant their luminaires such that they shall perform
substantially in accordance with the requirements of this document and applicable
standards in force at the time of inclusion to the Accepted Luminaire List (refer section
28) for a period of not less than ten (10) years.

Any breach of this warranty and the Manufacturer’s/Supplier’s entire liability with respect
to any such warranty claim shall either be to collect or bear the cost of shipping the
defective Luminaire(s) from the Client’s base, and at the Manufacturer’s/Supplier’s option,
provide either a refund at the amount paid by the Client for such luminaire or repair or
replacement of the defective luminaire.

Any replacement luminaire will be subject to this Warranty for the longer of the original
Warranty period or one hundred (100) days from the receipt of the replacement luminaire
to the Client.

The Warranty is void if a luminaire defect has resulted from an accident, improper
handling, misuse, abuse, improper installation, vandalism, neglect or negligent accident.

All returns of luminaires that are damaged during shipment from the
Manufacturer’s/Supplier’s New Zealand base will be replaced free of charge but shall have
prior agreement from the Manufacturer/Supplier and must occur within 90 days of the
original shipping date of the returned luminaires. The luminaires must be returned in
their original shipping container/packaging and all shipping charges will be met by the
Manufacturer/Supplier.

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 27.6 Compatibility
It is important that LED luminaires can be installed onto existing columns and outreach
brackets. The assessment process will consider:

• Range of spigot sizes

• Capability for both side entry mounting and pole top attachment
• If a spigot adaptor is required
• Tilt adjustment of the luminaire

Typically existing side entry mounts can vary from 32mm to 60mm outside diameter and
an existing pole top attachment is typically 60mm or 76mm outside diameter. The
preferred side entry mount for new columns and outreach arms is 42mm outside
diameter and a new pole top attachment is 76mm outside diameter.

An adjustable tilt is an advantage to allow the luminaire to be used on a number of

different situations. An adjustable tilt of +5° or -10° in incremental steps of 5° is
desirable.

LED luminaires shall be a standard product that is capable for use via any independent
variable lighting system (dimming) and or Central Management System (CMS). The CMS
control may be via radio frequency (RF) or power line carrier (PLC) and may utilise a mesh
or star network. Refer to Appendix VIII for a diagrammatic description of a Road Lighting
Central Management System (CMS). Refer also section 16.

27.7 Compliance
All luminaires must comply with all sections and parts of AS/NZS 1158 series. Refer to
the website www.standards.co.nz. Luminaire compliance with IEC 60958.2.3 is required.

All photometric data provided must be supported by an independent test report from a
laboratory which is endorsed by IANZ, or carrying the endorsement of an accreditation
body which is a signatory to the ILAC MRA for testing.

Every luminaire submitted for consideration must be electrically tested and be fully
compliant with the current version of the Electricity (Safety) Regulations. A completed
Supplier Declaration of Conformity (SDoC) form available from the Energy Safety website
(www.energysafety.govt.nz) is to be provided.

In addition to the above, a Producer Statement (PS) from the luminaire manufacturer with
reference to complying standards must be provided. Appendix V shows a sample
producer statement.

The following support data must be provided for each specific luminaire:

a) An independent test report from a laboratory which is endorsed by IANZ, or carrying the
endorsement of an accreditation body which is a signatory to the ILAC MRA for testing.
b) Declaration of Conformity
c) Producer Statement for Luminaire Manufacture
d) Where a luminaire is specified with a LPC (Light Point Controller), the component
manufacturer must have EMC certification for the LPC device(s).

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 27.8 Labelling
Labelling of all luminaires shall be in accordance with AS/NZS 1158 Part 6 (or future
replacement), i.e. “L” for solid-state lighting followed by the system wattage e.g. “L58”.

27.9 Protection from Overvoltage

Protection from overvoltage events is necessary to ensure reliability and functionality of
LED luminaires shall be in accordance with AS/NZS 1158 Part 6 (or future replacement),
i.e. surge protection shall protect ALL the electronic componentry of the luminaire. The
device(s) shall be able to withstand a number of overvoltage events before needing to be
replaced. It shall also have a means of indication that shows when it needs to be
replaced.

Protection of overvoltage shall comply with EN 61547 and IEC 61643. The minimum
requirement for surge protection in each LED luminaire shall be 10kV/10kA.

27.10 Power System and Power Quality

The overall power installation of any lighting system measured at the point of connection
(the electricity meter) must meet certain criteria to ensure the RCA is not charged by the
Electricity Distribution Company for poor power quality, poor power factor or bad
harmonic emissions. The minimum acceptable power factor is 0.9.

Harmonic distortion and flicker shall be “limited as required by the electricity distribution
companies code, and where this does not exist, shall meet the 6100 series joint
Australian/NZ EMC Standards”.

27.11 Luminaire Attributes

The following luminaire attributes shall be considered when considering an LED
luminaire:

a) Technical lighting performance

b) Energy consumption/efficiency
c) Whole of Life Cost
d) Expected life
e) Lumen depreciation
f) IP Rating
g) Warranty period
h) Ease of installation and maintenance
i) Environmental considerations (UWLR, glare and spill light, etc)
j) Recyclability
k) Aesthetics and appearance

New luminaires shall be better than or within 10% of the defined performance indicated in
section 21 of this specification.

28 ACCEPTED LUMINAIRES
Before allowing extensive use of a new technology on the lighting network, an RCA needs
to be confident that it will NOT have a negative impact on long term operating or
maintenance costs.

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 Submissions for acceptance by an RCA of any new luminaire product must comply with
the requirements of this document and be supported by full provision of the LED
luminaire attributes described in section 27 above.

The review and/or acceptance of new LED product must occur prior to the design of a
particular project. RCAs should establish a process for assessing new products.

A list of luminaires assessed in accordance with this specification and accepted for
installation on the State highway network is available on the Transport Agency website:
www.nzta.govt.nz/consultation/specification-and-guidelines-for-road-lighting-
design/index.html

Associated with the acceptance and specification of the above listed luminaires is the
minimum requirement for “future proofing” the installation to be incorporated into a
Central Management System (CMS) either now or in the future. For example, the
minimum specification shall include a variable (dimming)/CMS compatible driver with the
ability to add an LPC (Light Point Controller or Luminaire Controller) now or at a later date
without requiring expensive wiring modifications.

Should the RCA determine that the qualification testing was flawed, that in-service
performance reveals unacceptable issues, or that the luminaire being marketed differs
significantly from that which was tested, it shall reserve the right to rescind or modify, at
any time, acceptance of any luminaire.

Any of the above luminaires may be used as replacements for a new lighting project
upgrade.

Although conventional high pressure sodium luminaires are NOT recommended for
general use on future RCA projects there may be particular situations where it is
advantageous to use HID road lighting luminaires with HPS HO twin arc lamp sources.
This must be substantiated via “Whole of Life” calculations.

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PART 4 CONSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION
29 TEMPORARY LIGHTING
If any existing roadway is to be diverted, modified or re-routed to allow the construction
of any new works, existing lighting levels must be maintained or improved on during the
construction over the diverted or modified route. If existing luminaires are disconnected
or removed before adjacent new lighting has been commissioned, then temporary
lighting shall be provided. Temporary lighting, including any new luminaires and
columns shall be compliant with AS/NZS 1158 for temporary routes unless stated
otherwise.

Temporary lighting shall be supplied via a stand-by generator that does not have a
detrimental noise effect.

Mobile trailers with low height structures with high output asymmetric floodlights
attached are unacceptable for temporary lighting on roads due to their production of high
intensity light levels with risk of excessive glare and spill light.

If a Contractor is requesting temporary lighting as part of their construction methodology

then it shall form part of their temporary traffic management plan and be approved by the
Lighting Designer, Peer Reviewer and the RCA. Existing lighting must not be altered or
disconnected until approval has been given and the installation of all temporary lighting
is fully operational.

29.1 Construction Activity or Security Lighting

Temporary lighting for construction activities or security lighting for construction sites
(excluding road lighting purposes) shall have glare and spill light control compliant with
AS 4282. This lighting shall be fully compliant with the requirements of the District Plans
for obtrusive light.

In temporary construction sites, spill lighting, glare and “headlight sweep” can cause a
detrimental effect. Mitigation of these effects can be controlled with full cut-off
luminaires, sunshade screening and buffer zones. Construction and security lighting is
usually of a temporary nature and shall be minimised with careful location of site offices
and equipment in relation to surrounding properties. It is recommended there be a
minimum 10m buffer zone between any equipment or area requiring construction or
security lighting and an adjoining property.

30 COLUMN LOCATIONS
Lighting columns shall be determined based on good traffic engineering practice and
should be positioned in line with the common side boundary between properties, however
these locations do not always coincide with the spacing requirements of the lighting
design. If an adjacent property has not been developed and the column cannot be
positioned in line with the common boundary, locate the column at least 8m from the
boundary to allow for a future vehicle entrance.

Position columns at least one metre away from a vehicle entrance or kerb cut down. Keep
columns clear of any tree canopies in the road or in adjacent properties to prevent

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 shading of the luminaire. Tree trunks in a legal road or other legal road reserves shall be
at least 8m away from lighting columns or 5m from the drip line of a mature tree and
more clearance may be necessary for some tree species or if the tree is protected.
Consider the RCA’s requirements for working near existing trees when locating lighting
columns.

When installing a column against the building line, ensure that it is installed within the
legal road or on RCA land, and not on private property. If the column or outreach bracket
has a backward element, be aware of the possibility of aerial trespass.

Where possible, columns should be located (laterally) close to reserve entrances, bus
stops and other open spaces to improve safety.

Consider traffic safety when placing lighting columns, especially when they are on or near
bends, intersections, threshold treatments, road humps and roundabouts.

Where possible, reduce street hardware by combining traffic lighting and road lighting
poles.

Column placement shall be considered by the designer in relation to access and future
maintenance. Avoid placing columns in hard to access areas and avoid locating columns
within storm water swales.

30.1 Column Placement and Setback from Road or Path

Column setback must be considered as part of the lighting design (refer AS/NZS
1158.1.2).

The preferred location for all passively safe columns is 3m behind kerb line or edge of
seal. Alternatively, columns may be located adjacent to property boundary lines.
Minimum column setback from the kerb face to front face of column is to be 1.0m for a
passively safe column but this can be reduced to a minimum setback of 0.7m for straight
sections of road away from intersections and roundabouts.

Columns shall be installed within +/- 100mm of the approved marked location both
longitudinally and laterally. Height above finished ground level to ± 50mm of the
manufacturer’s level. Columns shall also be within 1˚ of vertical.

If the road is at a different level to where the column is being located, specify columns
that will achieve the correct mounting height above the road surface to ensure the
installed lighting complies with the design requirements. For each light type the
mounting height must be uniform and consistent. If a column is located within a swale
the designed mounting height shall be maintained.

If the column is a rigid type (non-frangible) it shall be setback a minimum of 3m from

edge of seal for roads with a speed limit not exceeding 70km/h or 6m for roads with a
speed limit exceeding 70km/h.

Where columns are to be installed behind guardrails (crash barriers) an absolute minimum
clearance of 1.0m between the face of the guardrail and the face of the column is
required. Where this clearance cannot be achieved the guardrail shall be strengthened by
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 an accepted method. Acceptance by the RCA shall be confirmed in writing prior to any
installation starting.

No columns shall be installed within 15m of any guardrail end terminal.

30.2 Column Placement and Clearance from Overhead Aerial

Conductors
The Installation Contractor is responsible for ensuring all clearances are met and the
approval of the Electricity Distribution Company is obtained. Clearance between lighting
columns and any overhead distribution lines shall conform to the requirements of NZECP
34.

No installation of new equipment such as a new outreach bracket is permitted where it is

required to be done under “live line” (no interruption of supply) conditions.
Electricity Distribution Companies have minimum clearance requirements from columns,
poles, outreach arms and luminaires to any overhead electrical conductor that must be
maintained at all times. Clearances are measured from the closest part of the lighting
installation to the nearest conductor. Clearances shall include an allowance for conductor
sway and sag plus the fall distance of a column, outreach arm and luminaire. Fall
distance is to be taken in direction of traffic flow.

Minimum clearances also include minimum height clearance with an allowance for the
installation of a replacement column.

31 COLUMN INSTALLATION AND FOUNDATIONS

The Transport Agency’s preferred column types are indicated in Specification M26. The
use of any other type of column must have the RCA’s approval prior to ordering materials.

Columns shall be installed as per the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Where the longitudinal grade may exceed 1V:6H or the cross fall of a road may exceed
6%, it may not be possible to service the light from an EWPV. In these situations discuss
alternative column types with the RCA (e.g. columns that have a ladder rung to allow the
light to be serviced via a ladder OR a hinged arrangement).

When a special foundation is required provide a producer statement when applying for
engineering approval. Include a hold point for construction to allow inspection of the
foundation before concrete is poured.

When columns requiring special maintenance visits are specified (e.g. frangible – shear
base columns), provide the RCA with a maintenance plan detailing maintenance intervals
and work/inspections that need to be carried out.

32 INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING

Carry out installation and commissioning in accordance with the RCA’s contract
requirements.

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 The Contractor/Designer must have a procedure to ensure that construction work that
does not conform to the specified requirements is either:

a) Reworked to meet the specified requirements

b) Accepted with or without repair by concession from the RCA
c) Rejected and replaced

Record all non-conforming work on the relevant construction check sheet. The Contractor
shall produce a Non-Conformance Report and send it to the Designer if the construction
non-conformance is significant in that it either:

a) Results in the need for written concession

b) Results in delay or interference to the work or to other parties
c) Indicates that the fault has occurred due to the use of incorrect work practices and/or
failure of materials and could have been prevented
d) Occurs sufficiently frequently as to indicate a problem in training or procedures
e) Is a safety issue

The report and supporting documentation must clearly indicate the action to be taken to
rectify the fault, the timeframe and responsibilities. It must be authorised by the Designer
and forwarded to the RCA.

In cases involving concessions, the Designer and the RCA must accept the proposed
rectification (the corrective action) of the non-conforming work in writing prior to
implementation.

32.1 Testing
Any work required to be tested by the contractor in the presence of the Designer must be
pre-tested and proved satisfactory before test witnessing by the Designer and or the RCA
is requested.

32.2 CMS Testing and Commissioning

Testing and commissioning shall be completed for the entire installation. Testing
following initial installation of hardware and software on site, including commissioning of
links with the RAMM database. The CMS and/or Gateway Supplier’(s) shall be on site for
the duration of this commissioning.

All specified CMS systems must include ‘system redundancy’ and ‘default operations’ for
CMS failure i.e. all luminaires should still operate from memory of previous nights on/off
cycle and collect and store data from the LPC that may have been missed due to failure of
communication to the CMS when fault repaired and CMS restored. “System redundancy”
safeguards the speed of communication between Gateways, LPC’s and the CMS.

Commissioning shall be deemed to be complete upon the RCA’s acceptance of user

documentation, the completion of commissioning and any initial training.

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33 COMPLETION PROCEDURES AND CERTIFICATION
At the completion of the physical works, the Lighting Designer shall check and then
certify that:

a) The project has met all the requirements of the project brief, the standards and
specifications
b) All the documentation detailed below has been completed, is correct and has been
forwarded to the RCA

At the end of the defects liability period, the Lighting Designer shall carry out an audit
and certify that lighting columns are vertical and luminaires have been installed and
operate correctly and are at the correct mounting height and at the correct tilt.
Illuminance readings are to be taken to verify the installation is achieving within 10% of
the design.

The following documentation shall be provided:

a) Electrical Test Certificates for each lighting column

b) Electrical Certificate of Compliance for the complete scheme
c) As-built information in a format suitable to be loaded into the RCA’s Road Lighting
Asset System
d) Completion Certificate (see Appendix VII)
e) Contractor documentation required by the construction specifications (e.g.
construction completion certificate)
f) Any special maintenance requirements (e.g. shear base columns or high mast
columns)

Delivery of ALL the above documentation SHALL occur within one month of livening the
installation. If the livening of luminaires is being staged to match other construction
works or part of the final installation is being used as temporary lighting for construction
works to continue, the above documentation SHALL also be staged.

34 COMPETENT CONSTRUCTION PERSONNEL

All construction work is to be undertaken by competent/approved contractors. Any and
all Subcontractors, including supervised apprentices employed, must work under the
supervision of a competent (approved) person.

Works on or near any Electricity Distribution Company asset can only be carried out by or
under the direct supervision of approved personnel.

The contractor is responsible for ALL safety procedures throughout the work site(s) and
shall use and maintain appropriate safety barriers, warning signs, etc. to protect all
workers and the public from all hazards and hazardous situations.

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APPENDICES

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Appendix I - Design and Construction Process Example (informative)

Project identified and budget allocated for new lighting

Classification and subcategory has been identified No

AS/NZS 1158 Parts 1.1 or
3.1 enables subcategory
selection

Yes
Yes No

Brief signed off by the RCA and accepted by Seek independent

Yes
Designer and Peer Reviewer appointed professional help

Designer to consider suitable LED optic, luminaire,

energy efficiency, column/pole locations,
environmental considerations, etc.

Check budget is sufficient to enable project build No

Detailed design completed. Site visit undertaken.

Design calculations & luminaire performance
checked, pole locations confirmed as being
acceptable and compliance with all requirements

Documentation completed and QA checked

Producer Statement - Design completed by the

Designer (ensure appropriate insurance is held)

Design reviewed and accepted by the RCA

Construction phase

Construction audit by Designer and/or the RCA Remedial work and defect
Defects
items completed
Completion inspection, commissioning or testing,
legal paperwork and as-built data completed
Yes

Maintenance Audit completed after one years

operation. Any defects repaired. Sign off any
retention

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Appendix II – Lighting Design Report (normative)

(project name)

(project number)

Drawing Revision: Date of Issue:

Project Personnel
Designer:
Title: Address:
Telephone: Mobile: Email:

Road Controlling Authority:

Title: Address:
Telephone: Mobile: Email:

Design Peer Reviewer:

Title: Address:
Telephone: Mobile: Email:

Project Manager:
Title: Address:
Telephone: Mobile: Email:

Full Description of Work

Full description of proposed works

Concessions
Identify any work, which does not conform to the specified requirements, which will require a
concession from the RCA. The concession(s) proposed will be discussed and must be accepted by
the RCA in writing prior to execution.

Design Records
The following design records were produced for this design and are appended where noted: (e.g.
engineering design drawings, specifications, calculations, and material specifications where not
detailed elsewhere, column details, photos, etc.)

Project Management
Detail how construction of the project will be managed to ensure the design will be successfully
implemented.

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Communication with Stakeholders and Other Parties
Describe how communication with stakeholders and other parties will be managed.

Lighting Design Statement is attached

This Design Report has been:

Prepared by:
(Designer) (Name/Signature/Date)

Reviewed by:
(Peer Reviewer) (Name/Signature/Date)

Approved by:
(Principal Designer) (Name/Signature/Date)

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Appendix III - Lighting Design Statement (LDS1) – Design (normative)

Issued by: (Designer’s name)

To: RCA
In respect
of: (Description of design)

At: (Location)

(Address)

Lot: DP:

(Design Company) has been engaged by

(Client) to provide design services for

in respect of the project requirements

Described above for All  Part only as specified 

The design has been prepared in accordance with Transport Agency M30 and AS/NZS 1158
(category) and the work is described on drawing(s) titled and
numbered sheet of and the specification plus other
documents according to which the construction is proposed to be constructed.
I (name) have the necessary qualifications and experience as
an independent lighting design professional covered by a current policy of Professional
Indemnity Insurance to a minimum value of $ and I BELIEVE ON REASONABLE
GROUNDS that subject to:
(i) The verification of the following design assumptions:

and (ii) all proprietary products meeting the performance specification requirements, the
drawings, specifications, and other documents according to which the development is
proposed to be constructed will result in a compliant design.

Date:
(Signature suitably qualified Design Professional on behalf of Design Company)

Qualifications and experience:

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Appendix III - Lighting Design Statement (LDS4) – Construction Review &
Audit (normative)

Issued by: (Designer’s name)

To: RCA
In respect (Description of
of: design)

At: (Location)

(Address)

..................................................... (Contractor) has been contracted to the RCA to carry out and
complete certain building works in accordance with contract,
titled ........................................... (known as the Contract).

(Lighting Design Company) has been engaged by

in accordance with the Contract.

I, ................................................... (Principal Designer) a suitably qualified design professional and

duly authorised agent of the Contractor’s Head Designer confirm that reviews of the
Contractor’s construction have been carried out with due skill, care and diligence as it relates
to:

and I believe on reasonable grounds that these works have been carried out and completed in
accordance with the Contract Documents.
I agree that the terms used herein have the same meaning as assigned to them in the
Contract.

…………………………………………………………..
(Signature of suitably qualified design professional on behalf of Design Company)

.............................................................................................………………. Date: .......................

(Professional Qualifications)

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Appendix IV - Drawing Layout and Format Requirements (normative)
Provide drawings to a minimum standard that complies with AS/NZS 1100.

Where road lighting will be altered, label all affected poles/columns and luminaires as detailed in
table below:
• Label poles to be removed with “R”
• Number each affected road luminaire with the related number from the lighting schedule
on the drawing. For example L1, L2, L3, etc.
• Label existing poles/columns/luminaires that won’t be affected as “E”. Show the lighting
wattage of all proposed and remaining luminaires
• Refer to section 22.6

Symbols
Symbol Use Numbering System

Pxxx Every pole/column upon which work is to be Prefix to be followed with unique
carried out shall be identified. Existing identifier either Electricity
poles/columns shall have construction material Distribution Company’s pole number
and manufacturer’s pole code shown on the or sequential column number for the
drawing project

Lxxx Any alteration to the existing lighting or Prefix to be followed with unique
proposed new installation. Provide separate identifier
codes for replacement, new and differing
luminaire, lamp, column or outreach arm details

Rxxx Any lighting equipment to be removed that is Prefix to be followed with unique
not covered by an “L” reference identifier

E Existing luminaire to remain Not applicable

Title Blocks
The title block must include the following information:

• A project title, including street names

• A unique number or identifier, preferably the consent or project number
• The designer’s name, signature and contact details
• The peer reviewer’s name and signature
• The stage of work e.g. “acceptance”, “tender”, “construction”, “as-built”
• The date of preparation and of approval
• The scale or scales used
• The original sheet size
• Sheet numbers, including the number in the set
• An amendment box, including brief description of amendment and sign off by
designer/peer reviewer

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Format
Drawings must be legible at A3 size and can be drawn to a scale of 1:500 or 1:1000.

Prepare electronic drawings in an industry standard format suitable for later addition of as-built
information and inclusion in the RCA’s asset system. Drawings can be supplied in electronic
format as dwg, dxf, pdf or tif files.

Locality Diagram
Show the road boundaries and street names where considered necessary. Show the limit of the
development. Draw the locality diagram true to the map orientation or at the same orientation as
the engineering drawing.

Example Locality Diagram:

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Example Road Lighting Design Drawing:

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Appendix V - Sample Manufacturers Producer Statement (informative)

Company Logo, Letterhead,

Name and Address

Sample: Producer Statement for Luminaire Manufacture

Date:

Luminaire Model Reference:

General
Confirmation that the complete luminaire is FULLY compliant with AS/NZS 1158.6. Copies of
relevant test reports are available on request and include:

• IP Testing
• Wind Testing
• Impact Testing
• Copper content

Quality Control
Documentation to show that the luminaire has been manufactured within a manufacturing
environment that conforms to the requirements of AS/NZS/ISO 9001 shall be provided from
TELARC SAI (or equivalent organisation).

Luminaire
Confirmation that the LED luminaires performance is documented in accordance with IESNA LM79
and TM21. Appropriate reports shall be provided to confirm that all the following characteristics
have been addressed:

• Power Management - protection from electrical transients

- driver current control

• Thermal Management - maximize performance, reliability and life expectancy

- ensure all other component temperatures do not
exceed limits

• Optical Management - light output is correctly shaped and directed towards

the desired area

• Assembly Integrity - overall housing provides protection from dust,

moisture, vibration and other environmental effects

Optics
Photometric performance (in absolute format) is supported by an independent IANZ or NATA
laboratory report. I-Tables are provided in both CIE and IESNA formats.

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Materials and components
Identify key material components and applicable standards.

Component Standard Manufacturer

Main body - steel

Main body - aluminium

LEDs

LED assembly

LED lens

Driver

Glass visor

Acrylic visor

Gasket

Terminations

Screw fixings

Mounting adapter

Surface finish

Other

Quality Assurance
Production factory has the following recognised plant and procedures that are fully utilized
during manufacture e.g. ISO 9001.

Electrical Safety
Electrical Safety of the luminaire is compliant with the Electricity (Safety) Regulations 2010 and is
supported with a Supplier Declaration of Conformity (SDoC).

Signature:
Name:
Title:

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Appendix VI - Lighting Design Peer Review Certificate Template (normative)

Project Description:

Client:

Asset Owner:
Drawing Ref Drawing
Number: Issue:

Review Date:

A review of the lighting design information provided has been completed with reference to the
following criteria:

1. AS/NZS 1158 sub category _______________________________________

This has been confirmed by the asset owner as the design criteria for
this application Yes  No 

2. Specific asset owner requirements as identified within the brief or

consent application have been met Yes  No 

3. Lighting calculation data provided confirms compliance with AS/NZS

1158 category ______________________________________________________ Yes  No 

4. Photometric data provided originated from a certified laboratory and

the calculations have been produced from an industry-accepted source Yes  No 

5. Proposed lighting columns, utility poles, outreach brackets (arms) and

Yes  No 
luminaires, etc. are acceptable for use by the asset owner

Equipment not used previously needs the prior acceptance of the asset
owner

6. Lighting Design Statements (LDS 1) for design, luminaire and column

manufacture with reference to complying standards have been
provided Yes  No 

7. Landscaping, kerb build-outs and/or traffic management devices that

are included in the project area are indicated on the drawings and are
to be illuminated to the required level Yes  No 

8. Environment and maintenance issues such as water ingress,

column/pole attachments, replacement parts, lamp access, glare and
upward waste light, etc. have been considered Yes  No 

9. Effect of the new lighting on adjacent residents, adjoining roads,

construction methodology and surrounding area has been considered
as part of the overall design Yes  No 

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 10. Cable design has been reviewed by the Designer 
or by Electricity Distribution Company 

Note the lighting designer may not always be responsible for the Network Cable
Design Yes  No 

The following non-compliance issues require action

Comments

A copy of the information reviewed is attached. Yes No

After reviewing this lighting design I believe it is acceptable and it meets / does not meet
(delete one) the lighting design requirements of the asset owner referred to above.

Design reviewed by:

Signed: Date:

Name: Position:

Company:

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Appendix VII - Completion Certificate (normative)

To: (Asset Manager)

RCA

From: (Designer’s Name)

(Designer’s Address)

Lighting installation works at: (Location)

The above project has been completed by (Contractor’s Name)

All work has been carried out in accordance with the contract documentation and approved
variations plus any additional requirements specific to this project.
All the tests were successfully completed and the luminaires were livened on (Date)

and the maintenance period can commence from this date.

The following documentation is enclosed:

 Test Certificate for each Lighting Standard
 Electrical Certificate of Compliance
 As-Built Information
 Removed Lighting Equipment List
 Cable Recording Information
(Signature)

(Print

(Date)

Note:
A completion certificate similar to this can be used by the Contractor to submit to the
Designer when construction is completed. This certificate can then be forwarded to the RCA
by the Designer with ALL the other completion documentation.

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Appendix VIII - Road Lighting Central Management System (CMS) (informative)

Management System (CMS)

Road Lighting Central

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