This one-day course is an introduction to Work Zone Traffic Control for workers required to install and maintain work zones on primary or secondary roadways. The student is instructed in basic principles of traffic control and devices used, and will receive a certificate of completion.

Course Outline

Basic Techniques of Work-Zone Traffic Control

Regulate

Warn

Guide

Identification of Work-Zone Deficiencies

Placement of Work Vehicles

Interference with the Work Activity

Worker Skills and Performance

Signs, Devices, and Placement

Sign Color

Sign Size

Uniformity

Placement

How to Provide Clear and Positive Guidance for Motorists and Pedestrians

Fulfill the Need

Command Attention

Convey Clear Meaning

Allow Adequate Motorist Response Time

Flagging Techniques, Awareness, and Positioning

Flagger Attire

Standard Flagging Procedures

Equipment

Flagger Placement