Traffic Control (Flagger)

“Flaggers”, or traffic control specialists, are exposed each day to one of the most hazardous, high-risk work environments—the American transportation infrastructure.
What does this course cover?
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Identify the importance of proper work methods, physical fitness, professionalism, and clothing regulations.
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Identify the signs, barriers, flags, STOP/SLOW paddle, and lights employees use at the work site.
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Recognize where to position himself/herself for optimum safety, how to judge traffic speed and congestion, and regulate it accordingly.
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State common methods to communicate with other flaggers and the public.
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Recognize the various types of warning signs, channeling devices, and tapers and how they are set up.
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Identify the special equipment and precautions associated with night and freeway flagging.
What are the course takeaways?
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Knowledge of traffic controllers, flagging equipment, and safety practices.
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Certificate of Completion (immediately available for download and/or print).
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Examination record available for employer.
Regulations –
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OSHAStandard 29 CFR 1926.201
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OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1926.203
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Federal Highway Administration (FHA) Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Section 6