This Standard sets out requirements, background information, guidelines and other relevant information for the design, installation, operation and maintenance of Category V lighting schemes intended to comply with AS/NZS 1158.1.1. It should be read in conjunction with that Standard. For the purpose of this Standard, the lighting categories set out in AS/NZS 1158.1.1 apply. Table 2.1 of that Standard describes typical applications for each of the lighting categories given.

The Standard does not purport to cover every possible means of ensuring compliance with AS/NZS 1158.1.1.

Much of this Standard is also applicable to lighting schemes intended to comply with AS/NZS 1158.3.1 and reading of it in conjunction with that Standard is recommended.

The appropriate lighting category for a particular road is a matter for determination in consultation with the road or traffic authority concerned.