Controlling traffic through work areas is one of the most important — and dangerous — operations in construction maintenance. Flagmen play an important part in warning motorists of construction hazards and in controlling traffic flow. This training course will equip flag persons to perform their duties safely and professionally. The primary objective of the program is to train flaggers to provide safe passage of traffic through and around work areas and to minimize confusion by bringing standard flagging procedures to our nation’s highways.
Upon successful completion of this course, you should understand:
- The importance of proper work methods, physical fitness, professionalism, and clothing regulations.
- The signs, barriers, flags, STOP/SLOW paddle, and lights employees use at the work site.
- Where to position himself/herself for optimum safety, how to judge traffic speed and congestion, and regulate it accordingly.
- Common methods to communicate with other flaggers and the public.
- The various types of warning signs, channeling devices, and tapers and how they are set up.
- The special equipment and precautions associated with night and freeway flagging.
