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Road Structures Inspection Manual

Bridges and other structures are key asset elements in the transport network. It is vital that their condition is monitored and essential repairs are planned and completed in an efficient and timely manner. Road Structures Inspection Manual (RSIM) defines that the condition of all structures is systematically monitored to ensure structural integrity and safety of road users and that there is sufficient data to effectively manage road structure assets.
The RSIM includes numerous road structures including retaining walls, noise walls, gantry structures and ferry ramps as well as bridges and culverts and replaces the Bridge Inspection Manual. It builds on statewide procedures for inspection and condition rating and includes changes to inspection scope and condition rating assessment, documentation and data management to reflect developments in both the department's current methods and national/international best practice.
The RSIM also incorporates the Bridge Repair Manual, which details standard repairs used in repairing defects in bridges and other structures.
Any questions or comments relating to RSIM should be addressed to DIT.bmu@sa.gov.au.
Download Manual Sections
The Road Structures Inspection Manual may be downloaded using the links below. Please note this document is subject to continual revision and may change. It is the user’s responsibility to check this website to ensure that the current version is being used.
The current version number and release date are shown with the download link for each document below, and are also included on the inside front cover of each document.
Part 1 - Inspection Policy and Procedures
Methods for monitoring the condition of all structures, including the proposed scope and frequency of structural inspections.
Procedures for Level 1, 2 and 3 structure inspections, including specific inspection activities.
RSIM Part 1 - Inspection Policy and Procedures (PDF, 1.0MB)
Document version: 1.2 Release date: 16/07/2020
Part 2 - Deterioration of Structures
A description of the types of defects found in structural materials and protective coatings, including the main causes of materials defects.
RSIM Part 2 - Deterioration of Structures (PDF, 2.5MB)
Document version: 1.0 Release date: 21/10/2019
Part 3 - Condition Rating of Structure Components
Guidance for the condition rating of structure components, including details for the condition rating scale, the manner for recording defects and repairs that are required, and paint assessment and rust rating.
RSIM Part 3 - Condition Rating of Structure Components (PDF, 1.0MB)
Document version: 1.2 Release date: 24/06/2020
Part 4A - Condition State Guidelines and Photographs - Bridges
Descriptions of the five condition states for each structure component in bridge structures, including footbridges. Also includes photographs providing examples of the condition states.
RSIM Part 4A - Condition State Guidelines and Photographs - Bridges (PDF, 18.6MB)
Document version: 1.3 Release date: 08/05/2020
Part 4B - Condition State Guidelines and Photographs - Culverts and Pedestrian Subways
Descriptions of the five condition states for each structure component in culvert and pedestrian subway structures. Also includes photographs providing examples of the condition states.
RSIM Part 4B - Condition State Guidelines and Photographs - Culverts and Pedestrian Subways (PDF, 3.4MB)
Document version: 1.0 Release date: 17/12/2019
Part 4C - Condition State Guidelines and Photographs - Other Structures
Descriptions of the five condition states for each structure component for structures other than bridges, culverts and pedestrian subways. Also includes photographs providing examples of the condition states.
RSIM Part 4C - Condition State Guidelines and Photographs - Other Structures (PDF, 13.3MB)
Document version: 1.0 Release date: 13/12/2019
Appendix A - Description of Structures and Structure Elements
A description of structures and structure components with appropriate diagrams and photographs.
RSIM Appendix A - Description of Structures and Structure Elements (PDF, 8.3MB)
Document version: 1.0 Release date: 05/11/2019
Appendix B - Standard Component Schedule
Schedules of component characteristics, allocation to inspection groups and procedures for calculating element dimensions and quantities.
RSIM Appendix B - Standard Component Schedule (PDF, 1.5MB)
Document version: 1.1 Release date: 01/04/2020
Appendix C - Structures Manager including Survey 123
Instructions for navigating Structures Manager, AWS Cloud document storage and the Survey 123 mobile inspection form used to submit inspections data.
RSIM Appendix C - Structures Manager including Survey 123 (PDF, 3.8MB)
Document version: 1.2 Release date: 08/09/2020
Appendix D - Bridge Repair Manual
Details of standard repairs used in repairing defects in bridges and other structures.
RSIM Appendix D - Bridge Repair Manual (PDF, 1.6MB)
Document version: 1.0 Release date: 21/05/2020
Appendix E - References
Other documents referred to during the compilation of this Manual..
RSIM Appendix E - References (PDF, 722KB)
Document version: 1.0 Release date: 15/11/2019