Resource Type: Manuals, Policies, Guidelines, and Handbooks, etc.
Guidance: Managing Flagging Operations on Low-Volume Roads was created to supplement the 2009 Edition of the national Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) by providing commentary to assis…MoreFlagging
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RSP+ Night Work Course (Training)
The following modules are covered:
Night Work Basics explains why night work requires special focus. The module presents challenges such as poor visibility and sleep disruption, special precautio… More
RSP+ Night Work Flagging Toolbox Pamphlet (Publication)
Resource Type: Brochures and Fact Sheets
The Night Work Flagging pamphlet explains how night flagging differs from daytime flagging and shows night flagging applications. It includes proper illumination of a flagger.
Modules Covered:
Nig…MoreFlagger certification and training (Practice)
From Idaho Transportation Department Department Memorandum RE: Flagger Training and Certification:
"As of April 1, 2021 only flaggers certified via in-person training are allowed to work on projects.… More
Flagger certification and training (Practice)
From Washington State Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Road, Bridge, and Municipal Construction:
"1-10.3(1)A Flaggers
Flaggers shall be posted where shown on traffic control … More
Flagger certification and training (Practice)
From Connecticut Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Roads, Bridges, Facilities and Incidental Construction, Article 9.70.03-2:
"Uniformed Flagger: Uniformed Flaggers shall be pe… More
Flagger certification and training (Practice)
From Illinois Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction:
"701.13 Flaggers. All flaggers shall be certified by an agency approved by the Department.
... ..… More
Flagging: You’re the Director (Training)
The job of the flagger is crucial for preventing highway work zone accidents. However, flaggers are often not properly trained or not trained at all. This video program reviews vital flagging procedur… More
Flagger certification and training (Practice)
From Vermont Agency of Transportation Standard Specifications for Construction Book:
"630.04 FLAGGERS.
(a) Requirements. A Flagger shall be a person who has successfully completed the American Tra… More
Flagger certification and training (Practice)
From Florida Department of Transportation Temporary Traffic Control (Maintenance of Traffic) Training Handbook:
"Flagger Training: Required for all personnel flagging traffic.
Training for the Fla… More
Flagger certification and training (Practice)
From New Hampshire Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction:
"SECTION 618
3.2.2
All flagging personnel shall be trained by a designated trainer at least… More
Flagger certification and training (Practice)
From Montana Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction:
"618.03.14 Flagging Operations
Provide flaggers that are currently certified by the Montana flagge… More
Flagger certification and training (Practice)
From Minnesota Department of Transportation Special Provisions for all trunk highway construction projects:
"I Flagging Operations
I.1 Flaggers and Pilot Drivers must attend a tr… More
Flagger certification and training (Practice)
From New York State Department of Transportation Standard Specifications:
"Flagger Training. All flaggers shall be adequately trained in flagging operations by recognized training programs, including… More
Pilot-Escort/Flagging Refresher Online (Training)
Pilot/Escort Flagging Online Refresher is required for any person qualified as a Florida pilot/escort vehicle operator within 4 years of the qualification date. The refresher course includes self-lear… More
Flagger certification and training (Practice)
From Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) Standard Specifications, Section 2528. Traffic Control:
"Flaggers.
Prior to flagging operations, ensure the flaggers are trained in safe flagging o… More
Flagger certification and training (Practice)
From Texas Department of Transportation Special Provision to to Item 007:
"2.6.2. Flaggers. Designate in writing, a flagger instructor who will serve as a flagging supervisor and is responsible for t… More
Work Zone and Flagger Safety (Training)
Learn about safe flagging operations and applications for urban and rural situations and for low-speed and high-speed roadways. Group exercises will give you an opportunity to try out what you learn a… More
Flaggers Trained for Life in the Slow Lane (Publication)
Resource Type: News and Other Non-research Articles
Flagging is one of the dangerous jobs. In this article, Richard Wobby, who is in charge of safety and education at Associated General Contractors of Vermont, explains why there is training and certifi…MoreFlagger certification and training (Practice)
From Virginia Work Area Protection Manual:
"Section 6E.01 Qualifications for Flaggers
Standard:
... ...
02 The flagger shall be certified in accordance with the VDOT Flagger Certification Program,… More
Flagger certification and training (Practice)
From New Jersey Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction:
"159.03.08 Traffic Direction A. Flagger. Provide a flagger that has received formal training in … More
ATSSA/FHWA Work Zone Safety Grant FOCUS – Summer 2007
PDF version
AREA 1: Highway Work Zone Worker Safety Training
AREA 2. The Highway Work Zone Safety Guidelines Development Update
AREA 3: Highway Work Zone Safety Guidelines Training
… More
ATSSA/FHWA Work Zone Safety Grant focus – Fall 2008
PDF version
AREA 1: Highway Work Zone Worker Safety Training
AREA 2: Highway Work Zone Safety Guidelines Development
AREA 3: Highway Work Zone Safety Guidelines Training
OTHER NEWS
ATSSA'… More
ATSSA/FHWA Work Zone Safety Grant focus – Winter 2008
PDF version
Area 1: Highway Work Zone Worker Safety Training
Area 2: Highway Work Zone Safety Guidelines Development Update
Area 3: Highway Work Zone Safety Guidelines Training
ATS… More
Mississippi Department of Transportation Roadway Design Standard Drawings (Publication)
Resource Type: Standard Plans
The Standard Drawings includes the following sections: Pavement, Pavement Marking, Erosion Control, Fencing, Protective Barriers, Signing, Traffic Control Plans, Miscellaneous Roadway Details, Drainag…MoreThe Focus Work Zone Safety Grant Newsletter – Summer 2009
Printable Version [PDF 2.2 MB]
IN THE SPOTLIGHT…
Rich Bunker
ATSSA Instructor
I began working for Lewis County Public Works in 1973 spending 31 years working in all phases of roa… More
Implementation of Automatic Flagger Assistance Devices (AFADs) for Minnesota Department of Transportation Flagger Operations (Publication)
Resource Type: Books, Reports, Papers, and Research Articles
Flagging operations are a critical part of construction and maintenance activities on our highways. Flagging personnel are trained to effectively and safely communicate the location of construction or…MoreTraffic Control / Flagger Safety – Construction / Control de trafico/Seguridad del Abanderado – Construcción (Training)
Training for anyone who is assigned the task of traffic control/flagger. Explains proper equipment, operating rules and professional attitude during this important assignment. / Entrenamiento para cua… More
FHWA Work Zone Safety Grant Products
Background
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Work Zone Safety Grant Program was established in 2005 through Section 1409 of the Safe Accountable, Flexible, and Efficient Transportation Equity… More