Traffic Control in Work Zones
Title | Description | Format | Length | Provider | Cost | Target Audience |
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Temporary Traffic Control for Contractors View course |
(1) Covers the principles used in TTC safety and explains the liability associated with improper application of TTC; (2) provides an understanding of the temporary traffic control zone process; (3) acquaints project personnel with the provisions of the MUTCD; and (4) emphasizes the FHWA requirements for traffic control procedures for work zone traffic control. | Classroom | 6 hours |
Alabama Technology Transfer Center | $125 | Contractors, their employees, safety representatives, and all those whose work involves street and highway operations. | 800-446-0382 or t2@eng. auburn.edu |
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Alaska's Flaggers View course |
Follows MUTCD and the Alaska Supplement regulations that comprise the Alaska Traffic Manual (ATM) for work zone flaggers. Shows actual construction activities in Alaska during the 1996 construction season. Also covers the do's and don'ts of flagger operations, correct hand signals, and proper attire. | VHS | 22 minutes |
Alaska Transportation Technology Transfer |
Unknown | Alaska flaggers | david_ waldo@ dot.state. ak.us |
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Basic Work Zone Traffic Control/Flagger View course |
This course provides an introduction to Part 6 of the MUTCD with exposure to typical applications of various traffic control set-ups. Topics of discussion include work zone safety, signs and signing applications, work zone set up, types of work zones, and flagging procedures. | Classroom | 1 day |
Arizona LTAP |
$35.00 - Local Government non-Arizona LTAP Members, $50.00 - Private Agencies |
Arizona DOT, private industry, and local government employees | (602) 712-3007 or email TTraining@ azdot.gov |
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Basic Traffic Control for Utilities View course |
Covers all aspects of traffic control applicable to utility companies, such as introduction to utility operations, fundamentals of traffic control, component parts of a temporary traffic control zone, channelizing devices, applicable national standards, typical applications common to utility operations, and more. | CD-ROM | Self- Study |
ATSSA | $79.00 - ATSSA Member, $99.00 - Non-member | Individuals who perform utility operations involving temporary traffic control | Donna Clark DonnaC@ atssa.com (540) 368-1701 |
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Emergency Traffic Control for Emergency Responders (ETCER) View course |
This course discusses major, intermediate and minor principles of incident management and considerations for traffic control enforcement in work zones. It covers principles and concepts of temporary traffic control presented in the MUTCD Section 6 I. Also discussed are principles of temporary traffic control and the requirements of the component parts of typical work zones, such as: taper lengths, flagging operations, typical applications, device requirements and others. | Classroom | 4 hours | ATSSA | $95 - ATSSA member | Police and fire rescue personnel involved with traffic control, either by responding to an incident or enforcing traffic control in work zones | Donna Clark DonnaC@ atssa.com (540) 368-1701 |
Law Enforce- ment |
Flagger Instructor Training Course-Grant (FIT) View course |
This training is designed to prepare Traffic Control Supervisors to be able to present the 4-hour ATSSA Flagger Registration course to those wishing to become ATSSA-registered flaggers. | Classroom | 2 days |
ATSSA | Free - Federal Employees, $25 - Public Officials, $50 - Other |
Traffic Control Supervisors | Donna Clark DonnaC@ atssa.com (540) 368-1701 |
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Florida "Advanced" Training View course |
The Florida Advanced (TCS) course is designed to train those who will be actively involved in designing temporary traffic control in a work zone. It moves from the concepts and techniques taught in the Florida Intermediate course to implementation of traffic control plans and techniques for installation and removal. Attendees are taught how to read and interpret plans and specifications and implement them in the field. Several workshops included in this course are designed to provide hands on experience in designing temporary traffic control for various real life situations and recognizing, analyzing and correcting deficiencies. | Classroom | 3 days |
ATSSA | $350.00 - ATSSA Member, $445.00 - Non-member |
Advanced training required for personnel working on Florida state roads who have responsibility/authority to decide on maintenance of traffic requirements to be implemented, including engineer responsible for work zone traffic control plan development and work zone traffic control supervisor | Donna Clark DonnaC@ atssa.com (540) 368-1701 |
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Florida "Intermediate" Training View course |
All personnel involved in construction work zone projects, particularly technicians and field personnel, must have a basic knowledge of temporary traffic control to ensure "safe passage" for workers, motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians. ATSSA's in-depth Florida Intermediate Training will provide instruction in the proper safety standards to assist in monitoring and recognizing any deficiencies during the course of a temporary traffic control project. | Classroom | 2 days |
ATSSA | Call for pricing | Authorization to train ATSSA Registered Flaggers requires successful completion of ATSSA Florida Intermediate Level course and ATSSA Flagger Instructor Training | 1-877-642-4637 | |
Florida Restricted Activities View course |
This course is required for all persons working in Florida with direct responsibility for placement of work zone traffic control devices for minor work (normally utility operations) where the work activity utilizes only work zone setups covered in 2006 Design Standards Indexes 601, 602, 603, 604, 605, 611, 612, 613, 615, 616, 635 and 660, in accordance with Index 600 requirements. For work zone setups other than those specifically covered in these indexes, Intermediate or Advance Training is required as applicable. | Classroom | 1 day |
ATSSA | Free - Federal Employees, $25 - Public Officials, $50 - Other |
Persons working in Florida with direct responsibility for placement of work zone traffic control devices for certain minor work (normally utility operations) | Donna Clark DonnaC@ atssa.com (540) 368-1701 |
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Online Flagger Training View course |
This is the ATSSA flagger training, modified for online delivery. In place of a live instructor, the training relies heavily on graphics, video, and interactive content with narration. Student comprehension is evaluated during the class using interactive quizzes, with instant feedback. The class includes "hands on" demonstration. | Online Course | 4 hours |
ATSSA | $45 (Not available for all states yet - have 45 training programs) |
DOTs, barricade companies, pavement marking companies, department of public works, employment agencies, private individuals, contractors, city and county agencies | 720-962-8815 | Worker Safety |
Traffic Control Design Specialist-Grant Course View course |
Topics covered in this course include work zone safety, applicable standards and guidelines, fundamental principles of temporary traffic control, human factors, the component parts of a traffic control zone, traffic control devices, constructability, and development of a transportation management plan (TMP). Students will breakout into small groups for hands-on exercises. A certification program is available for this course. | Classroom | 1 day |
ATSSA | Free - Federal Employees, $25 - Public Officials, $50 - Other |
Engineers and others responsible for designing, evaluating, and implementing a traffic control plan. Previous work zone experience not required. | Donna Clark DonnaC@ atssa.com (540) 368-1701 |
Design for Work Zones |
Traffic Control for Tree Crews View course |
Introductory training in the principles of temporary work zone traffic control applicable to tree care operations along roadways. Provides an introduction to temporary traffic control for arborists and others whose actions may affect safety. It teaches concepts, techniques and practices in the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices in accordance with the MUTCD. | Classroom | 1 day |
ATSSA | Free - Federal Employees, $25 - Public Officials, $50 - Other |
Individuals who perform utility operations involving temporary traffic control | Donna Clark DonnaC@ atssa.com (540) 368-1701 |
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Traffic Control for Utilities - Grant (UTC) View course |
This executive summary presentation provides introductory training in the principles of temporary work zone traffic control applicable to utility work. Provides an introduction to temporary traffic control for utility workers and others whose actions may affect safety. It teaches concepts, techniques and practices in the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices in accordance with the MUTCD.. | Presentation | Self- Study |
ATSSA | Free | Individuals who perform utility operations involving temporary traffic control | Donna Clark DonnaC@ atssa.com (540) 368-1701 |
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Traffic Control Supervisor-Grant (TCS) View course |
Advanced training in the principles of temporary work zone traffic control. Provides comprehensive training on work zone standards, guidelines, installation and removal procedures, inspection, documentation and supervisory skills. | Classroom | 2 days |
ATSSA | Free - Federal Employees, $25 - Public Officials, $50 - Other |
Supervisory personnel who are responsible for the installation, maintenance, or removal of traffic control devices | Donna Clark DonnaC@ atssa.com (540) 368-1701 |
Short Duration Work Zones |
Traffic Control Technician-Grant (TCT) View course |
Provides an introduction to temporary traffic control in work zones for individuals who work in the field installing and removing traffic control devices. It teaches concepts, techniques and practices in the installation, and maintenance of traffic control devices. | Classroom | 1 day |
ATSSA | Free - Federal Employees, $25 - Public Officials, $50 - Other |
Individuals who perform duties in or around temporary traffic control work zones | Donna Clark DonnaC@ atssa.com (540) 368-1701 |
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Urban Work Zone Design-Grant Course View course |
This course covers the considerations necessary to address work zones in urban environments, which may involve restricted spaces, lack of buffer space, parking issues, limited sight distance, business access, and pedestrians and bicyclist considerations. The course covers instances when standards cannot be met and how to address these situations. Freeways are not covered. | Classroom | 1 day |
ATSSA | Free - Federal Employees, $25.00 Public Officials, $50.00 Other |
Work zone designers and traffic control supervisors who may work in urban environments | Donna Clark DonnaC@ atssa.com (540) 368-1701 |
Design for Work Zones |
Washington State Traffic Control Supervisors View course |
This certification course includes presentations, exercises, and references to Federal and Washington State highway construction and Traffic Control standards. Participants receive a comprehensive reference manual and other reference materials to assist with on-the-job practical issues and performance standards. The TCS certification is valid for 4 years. | Classroom | 3 days |
ATSSA | Member $385/Non-Member $475 | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | Donna Clark DonnaC@ atssa.com (540) 368-1701 |
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What Everyone Should Know About Temporary Traffic Control Training - Grant (WESK) View course |
This executive summary presentation discusses the who, what, and why of temporary traffic control training: Who needs training? What type of training is needed? Why is training needed? What training avenues are there? Where do you go for comprehensive training? How can you ensure that workers and other decision-makers are working as safely and effectively as possible? | Presentation | Self- Study |
ATSSA | Free | Persons responsible for managing the work zone training function – safety officers, supervisors, or any other person whose decisions may impact traffic safety | Donna Clark DonnaC@ atssa.com (540) 368-1701 |
Short Duration Work Zones Worker Safety |
Work Zone Safety and Flagging Tutorial (New York) View course |
The purpose of this tutorial is to provide the fundamentals of work zone safety and to explain the basic concepts of flagging in a work zone. This includes reminders about proper flagging equipment, placement of flaggers, appropriate use of standard signaling devices, and methods of traffic control. | Online | Self- Study |
Cornell Local Roads Program |
Free | Refresher training for New York State (NYS) rural town, county, and village public works crews, highway superintendents, and their seasonal laborers. May also be useful to NYS utility workers, law enforcement officers, and emergency response teams who need to redirect traffic. | Online resource |
Worker Safety |
Highway Work Zone Safety: The Basics View course |
This video program will help your employees understand and comply with MUTCD and learn what it takes to keep themselves, drivers and pedestrians safe in highway work zones. | DVD | 18 minutes |
DuPont Training Solutions | Purchase $495 Rental $115 | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | info@ training.dupont.com |
Worker Safety |
Flagger Instructor Certification View course |
Instructor candidates participate in a training program and receive a specially designed kit of training materials. Instructors are guided through the materials and shown how to best train flaggers to performance standards set by the Washington State Department of Transportation and Traffic Control Oversight Committee. Once successfully completed, certification is valid for 3 years. | Classroom | 2 days |
Evergreen Safety Council |
$415.00 ESC member, $455.00 nonmember |
Applicant must have: 1. Current state flagging card and either (a) Prior flagging instruction experience including teaching at least 4 flagging classes in last calendar year; or (b) 1,000 hours of flagging experience; or (c) Have successfully completed an approved Traffic Control Supervisor Course. | (206) 382-4090 esc@ esc.org |
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Traffic Control Supervisors - Idaho View course |
This certification course includes presentations, exercises, videos, and references to Federal and State highway construction and Traffic Control standards. Participants receive a comprehensive reference manual and other reference materials to assist with on-the-job practical issues and performance standards. Once successfully completed, certification is valid for 4 years. | Classroom | 2 days |
Evergreen Safety Council |
$380 | To attend you must submit: A current state approved flagging card (or training record). Approved states are: Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. Two signed letters (or one letter with two signatures) verifying minimum of 2,000 hours in traffic control work. | (206) 382-4090 esc@ esc.org |
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Traffic Control Supervisors - Oregon View course |
This certification course includes presentations, exercises, videos, and references to Federal and State highway construction and Traffic Control standards. Participants receive a comprehensive reference manual and other reference materials to assist with on-the-job practical issues and performance standards. Once successfully completed, certification is valid for 3 years. | Classroom | 2.5 days |
Evergreen Safety Council |
$490 | To attend you must submit: A current state approved flagging card (or training record). Approved states are: Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. Two signed letters (or one letter with two signatures) verifying minimum of 2,000 hours in traffic control work. | (206) 382-4090 esc@ esc.org |
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Traffic Control Supervisors - Washington State View course |
This certification course includes presentations, exercises, and references to Federal and State highway construction and Traffic Control standards. Participants receive a comprehensive reference manual and other reference materials to assist with on-the-job practical issues and performance standards. Once successfully completed, certification is valid for 4 years. | Classroom | 3 days |
Evergreen Safety Council |
$405.00 ESC member, $490.00 nonmember |
To attend you must submit: A current state approved flagging card (or training record). Approved states are: Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. Two signed letters (or one letter with two signatures) verifying minimum of 2,000 hours in traffic control work. | (206) 382-4090 esc@ esc.org |
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Developing Transportation Management Plans for Work Zones View course |
This course provides guidance for developing effective transportation management plans (TMPs) for road projects. Topics discussed in this course include the purpose and content of a TMP, roles and responsibilities, work zone impacts assessment, selecting TMP strategies, and TMP implementation. This course is designed for self-paced learning. The training is modular and consists of slides with voiceover narration for guided, independent learning. The course includes exercises to apply the concepts learned throughout the course. Please have the Participant Workbook readily accessible while taking this course. Several of the modules refer to the Workbook for exercises and other information. | Online | Self- study |
FHWA | Free | Transportation agency staff, including technical staff, (planners, designers, traffic engineers, highway/safety engineers, etc); management and executive-level staff responsible for setting policy and program direction; field staff responsible for building projects and managing work zones; and staff responsible for assessing performance in these areas. | WorkZoneFeedback@ dot.gov |
Management of Work Zones |
Basic Maintenance of Traffic View course |
This training is required for individuals who will be working in the traffic control zone on Florida State highways and whose responsibilities include flagging traffic. Normally "in-house" training is performed by an employee who is qualified in Intermediate or Advanced Maintenance of Traffic. If not available, the Basic MOT class must be completed. Requalification is required every four years. | Classroom | 4 hours |
Florida Transportation Technology Transfer Center | $105 public agency, $120 private agency |
Individuals who will be working in the traffic control zone on Florida State roadways and have responsibilities including flagging traffic | David Page, 352-273-1685, dkpage@ufl.edu |
Management of Work Zones |
Advanced Maintenance of Traffic View course |
Personnel who successfully complete this course will receive Florida DOT recognized qualification, valid for four (4) years, to perform work zone traffic control planning, design, implementation, inspection and/or supervising the selection, placement or maintenance of traffic control schemes or devices in work zones on the State Highway System in accordance with the Florida Department of Transportation Specifications 105-5.3 and 102-3.2. | Classroom | 2.5 days |
Florida Transportation Technology Transfer Center | $295 public agency, $395 private agency |
Celio Ramos, 352-392-2371 Ext. 31670, t2assist@ ce.ufl.edu |
Management of Work Zones | |
Mobile Video Training Module 1: Work Zone Safety – 1A: Rural Road Operations View course |
This course covers the proper traffic control devices, applications, flagging techniques for highway work zones where posted speeds are greater than 45 MPH. Legal liability and agency image are also discussed. | Classroom and Video | 4 hours |
Florida Transportation Technology Transfer Center | 1. Agency qualifies for training scholarship or 2. Fees are calculated based on the number of round trip travel hours plus number of training hours per offering | Highway and street maintenance supervisors, maintenance and utility crew leaders, highway construction inspectors and engineers are the primary targets. Safety directors or safety inspectors working with street and road departments and utilities may want to attend. | David Page, 352-273-1685, dkpage@ufl.edu |
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Mobile Video Training Module 1: Work Zone Safety – 1B: Urban Streets View course |
This course covers the proper traffic control devices, applications, flagging techniques for urban street work zones where posted speeds are 45 MPH or less. Legal liability and agency image are also discussed. | Classroom and Video | 4 hours |
Florida Transportation Technology Transfer Center | 1. Agency qualifies for training scholarship or 2. Fees are calculated based on the number of round trip travel hours plus number of training hours per offering | Highway and street maintenance supervisors, maintenance and highway construction inspectors and engineers are the primary targets. Safety directors or safety inspectors working with street and road departments may want to attend. | David Page, 352-273-1685, dkpage@ufl.edu |
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Mobile Video Training Module 1: Work Zone Safety – 1C: Combination of Rural Roads and Urban Streets View course |
This course covers the proper traffic control devices, applications, flagging techniques for counties that work on both rural highways and urban streets. Legal liability and agency image are also discussed. | Classroom and Video | 4 hours |
Florida Transportation Technology Transfer Center | 1. Agency qualifies for training scholarship or 2. Fees are calculated basd on the number of round trip travel hours plus number of training hours per offering | Highway and street maintenance supervisors, maintenance and utility crew leaders, highway construction inspectors and engineers are the primary targets. Safety directors or safety inspectors working with street and road departments and utilities may want to attend. | David Page, 352-273-1685, dkpage@ufl.edu |
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Mobile Video Training Module 1: Work Zone Safety – 1D: Detour View course |
This course covers the proper traffic control devices, applications, flagging techniques for full road closures and detouring. | Classroom and Video | 2 hours |
Florida Transportation Technology Transfer Center | 1. Agency qualifies for training scholarship or 2. Fees are calculated based on the number of round trip travel hours plus number of training hours per offering | Highway and street maintenance supervisors, maintenance and utility crew leaders, highway construction inspectors and engineers are the primary targets. Safety directors or safety inspectors working with street and road departments and utilities may want to attend. | David Page, 352-273-1685, dkpage@ufl.edu |
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Mobile Video Training Module 1: Work Zone Safety – 1E: Flagging View course |
This course covers the proper flagging devices and techniques for highway work zone flaggers. | Classroom and Video | 2.5 hours |
Florida Transportation Technology Transfer Center | 1. Agency qualifies for training scholarship or 2. Fees are calculated based on the number of round trip travel hours plus number of training hours per offering | Highway and street maintenance, construction and utility personnel. | David Page, 352-273-1685, dkpage@ufl.edu |
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Mobile Video Training Module 1: Work Zone Safety – 1F: Intersection Work View course |
This course covers the proper traffic control devices, applications, and flagging techniques for highway work zones at intersections. | Classroom and Video | 2 hours |
Florida Transportation Technology Transfer Center | 1. Agency qualifies for training scholarship or 2. Fees are calculated based on the number of round trip travel hours plus number of training hours per offering | Highway and street maintenance supervisors, maintenance and utility crew leaders agency safety directors or safety inspectors working with street and road departments and utilities are the prime targets. | David Page, 352-273-1685, dkpage@ufl.edu |
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Mobile Video Training Module 1: Work Zone Safety –1G: Low Speed Streets View course |
This course covers the proper traffic control devices, applications, flagging techniques for highway work zones that require lane closures. This course is for low speed streets and roads. | Classroom and Video | 3 hours |
Florida Transportation Technology Transfer Center | 1. Agency qualifies for training scholarship or 2. Fees are calculated based on the number of round trip travel hours plus number of training hours per offering | Highway and street maintenance supervisors, maintenance and utility crew leaders, agency safety directors or safety inspectors working with street and road departments and utilities are the prime targets. | David Page, 352-273-1685, dkpage@ufl.edu |
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Mobile Video Training Module 1: Work Zone Safety – 1H: Moving/Mobile Operations View course |
This course covers the proper traffic control devices and applications for moving or mobile operations work zones. | Classroom and Video | 2 hours |
Florida Transportation Technology Transfer Center | 1. Agency qualifies for training scholarship or 2. Fees are calculated based on the number of round trip travel hours plus number of training hours per offering | Highway and street maintenance supervisors, maintenance and utility crew leaders agency safety directors or safety inspectors working with street and road departments and utilities are the prime targets. | David Page, 352-273-1685, dkpage@ufl.edu |
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Mobile Video Training Module 1: Work Zone Safety 1I: Pedestrians View course |
This course covers the proper traffic control devices and applications for work zones that impact pedestrian traffic. | Classroom and Video | 2 hours |
Florida Transportation Technology Transfer Center | 1. Agency qualifies for training scholarship or 2. Fees are calculated based on the number of round trip travel hours plus number of training hours per offering | Highway and street maintenance supervisors, maintenance and utility crew leaders agency safety directors or safety inspectors working with street and road departments and utilities are the prime targets. | David Page, 352-273-1685, dkpage@ufl.edu |
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Mobile Video Training Module 1: Work Zone Safety 1J: Surveyors/Locators View course |
This course covers the proper traffic control devices, applications, and flagging techniques for survey and utility locating operations. | Classroom and Video | 2 hours |
Florida Transportation Technology Transfer Center | 1. Agency qualifies for training scholarship or 2. Fees are calculated based on the number of round trip travel hours plus number of training hours per offering | Highway and street maintenance supervisors, maintenance and utility crew leaders agency safety directors or safety inspectors working with street and road departments and utilities are the prime targets. | David Page, 352-273-1685, dkpage@ufl.edu |
Nighttime WZ Operations |
Mobile Video Training Module 1: Work Zone Safety – 1K: Utility Work View course |
This course covers the proper traffic control devices, applications, flagging techniques for utility work on highways and streets. | Classroom and Video | 2.5 hours |
Florida Transportation Technology Transfer Center | 1. Agency qualifies for training scholarship or 2. Fees are calculated based on the number of round trip travel hours plus number of training hours per offering | Utility crew leaders and safety officers are the prime targets. | David Page, 352-273-1685, dkpage@ufl.edu |
Management of Work Zones Worker Safety |
Mobile Video Training Module 1: Work Zone Safety – 1L: Nighttime Operations View course |
This course covers the proper traffic control devices, applications, and flagging techniques for highway work zones where the work is performed at night. | Classroom and Video | 2.5 hours |
Florida Transportation Technology Transfer Center | 1. Agency qualifies for training scholarship or 2. Fees are calculated based on the number of round trip travel hours plus number of training hours per offering | Highway and street maintenance supervisors, maintenance and utility crew leaders agency safety directors or safety inspectors working with street and road departments and utilities are the prime targets. | David Page, 352-273-1685, dkpage@ufl.edu |
Nighttime WZ Operations |
Work Zone Safety and Mobility View course |
This course is designed to provide awareness and guidance on understanding and implementing Title 23 CFR 630 Subparts J and K to personnel working in active highway work zones in Georgia. | Online | Self- Study |
Georgia DOT | Free | Personnel working in active highway work zones | ||
Safety and Traffic Control No link |
Traffic control for maintenance operations. | Classroom | 4 hours |
Illinois DOT |
Free | Maintenance staff | James Schoenherr, (217) 782-3450 |
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Safety and Traffic Control No link |
Traffic control standards and specifications. | Classroom | 6 hours |
Illinois DOT |
Free | Construction personnel | James Schoenherr, (217) 782-3450 |
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Train the Trainer No link |
Instruction course to train flagger trainers. | Classroom | Unknown | Illinois DOT |
Free | Trainers | James Schoenherr, (217) 782-3450 |
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Work Zone Safety No link |
Overview of work zones and traffic control. | Classroom | 1 day |
Illinois DOT |
Free | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | Contact Brad Risinger 217- 782-0128 |
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Flagger Training (for Local Agency Personnel Only) View course |
This class provides training to local agency personnel for their day labor and maintenance activities. It meets requirements established by the MUTCD and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. | Classroom | 4 hours |
Illinois Technology Transfer Center |
Free | Local agency highway personnel holding a valid driver's license or an Illinois Identification Card from the Secretary of State | Gwen Montgomery, Technology Transfer Program Manager, 217-785-2350 or gwen. montgomery@ illinois.gov |
Worker Safety |
Basic Work Zone Safety View course |
This workshop teaches the basics of work zone traffic control. The course covers short-term operations (no longer than one work shift) and focuses on daytime activities. | Classroom | 1 day |
Institute for Transportation Research and Education at North Carolina State University | $99 | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | Tim Baughman, tbb@ ncsu.edu or 919. 515.8654 |
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Flagger Training View course |
This workshop is designed to train participants to be effective flaggers by teaching the basics of flagging operations and procedures. | Classroom | 0.5 day |
Institute for Transportation Research and Education at North Carolina State University | $69 | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | Tim Baughman, tbb@ ncsu.edu or 919. 515.8654 |
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Flagging Instructor Training View course |
This workshop teaches participants the basics of flagging operations and then instructs them how to teach their own personnel these concepts. | Classroom | 1.5 day |
Institute for Transportation Research and Education at North Carolina State University | $175 | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | Tim Baughman, tbb@ ncsu.edu or 919. 515.8654 |
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Intermediate Work Zone Safety View course |
This workshop builds on the information covered in the Basic Work Zone Safety course, with particular emphasis paid to multi-lane urban streets. Multi-lane intersection work zones, detours, and mobile operations are covered in detail. | Classroom | 1 day |
Institute for Transportation Research and Education at North Carolina State University | $125 | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas. Basic Work Zone Safety Training is a prerequisite for this course. | Tim Baughman, tbb@ ncsu.edu or 919. 515.8654 |
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Job Site Safety Series 1 of 3: Work Zone Safety Concepts View course |
This program covers the basic principles of work zone safety, traffic control zones, planning for traffic control, the function of traffic control devices and typical applications. | DVD or CD-ROM | 25 minutes |
International Road Federation | Entire Series Member – $300 Non-member – $900 Individual Modules Member – $195 Non-member – $495 |
Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | 703-535-1001 info@irfnews.org |
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Job Site Safety Series 2 of 3: Developing Job Site Traffic Control Plans View course |
This course covers developing an effective traffic control plan, following the process from pre-planning, through design and writing, the implementation, evaluation, and revision. | DVD or CD-ROM | 21 minutes |
International Road Federation | Entire Series Member – $300 Non-member – $900 Individual Modules Member – $195 Non-member – $495 |
Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | 703-535-1001 info@irfnews.org |
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Job Site Safety Series 3 of 3: Install, Inspect and Maintain Work Site Traffic Control Devices View course |
This video covers the installation, inspection and maintenance of traffic control devices at a basic work site based on a traffic control plan. | DVD or CD-ROM | 24 minutes |
International Road Federation | Entire Series Member – $300 Non-member – $900 Individual Modules Member – $195 Non-member – $495 |
Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | 703-535-1001 info@irfnews.org |
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Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) for Technicians View course |
This course provides an introductory overview of the latest edition of the MUTCD, with emphasis on applications related to work zones, school zones, pavement markings, and Stop vs Yield control, and traffic control for emergency situations. | Classroom | 1 day |
Kansas State University |
Kansas Public Employee $5.00, Non Public Employee $100.00 |
Local traffic/highway technicians | Robert W. Stokes, 785- 532-1595 or drbobb@ k-state.edu |
Management of Work Zones |
Work Zone Traffic Control Supervisor Qualification (Kentucky) View course |
This course is intended for individuals who supervise traffic control technicians and other field personnel and who are responsible for implementing the Traffic Control Plan. The course expands on the concepts and techniques taught in the Traffic Control Technician Course, which is a prerequisite for the supervisor training. Supervisors must be qualified through training and testing every five years. | Classroom | 1 day |
Kentucky Transportation Center | $185 | Work Zone Qualification courses are designed to provide governmental roadway maintenance workers the basic knowledge necessary to safely and efficiently maintain Kentucky's highways. These classes are open to local and state governmental employees, private industry, the general public and anyone regardless of job assignment with interest in learning more about maintaining roads and streets. | 800-432-0719 or 859-257-7364 |
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Basic Flagger Workshop View course |
Covers basic functions, equipment, positions, signals, and operations of flaggers. | Classroom | 2-3 hours |
Louisiana LTAP |
1. YOU provide the participants (a minimum of 10 is preferred) and the meeting place (meeting room, maintenance barn, etc.). 2. WE provide the training at no cost to you. |
Individuals who are responsible for flagging assignments, as well as new employees | David McFarland dmcfar@ ltrc.lsu.edu (225) 767-9118 |
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Work Zone Safety Workshop View course |
Covers introduction (goals; class problem; MUTCD Part 6 review), traffic control devices, traffic control zones, typical applications (class problems using Quick Reference Guide), flagging, legal liability. | Classroom | 3-4 hours |
Louisiana LTAP |
1. YOU provide the participants (a minimum of 10 is preferred) and the meeting place (meeting room, maintenance barn, etc.). 2. WE provide the training at no cost to you. |
Road, street, traffic, and utility workers including supervisors, foreman, and crew personnel whose routine duties include work within right of ways | David McFarland dmcfar@ ltrc.lsu.edu (225) 767-9118 |
Worker Safety |
Basic Temporary Traffic Control (BTTC) View course |
Introductory course on the design and layout of TTC devices and work zone typical applications. This is a self-guided course that can be downloaded and used by companies/agencies to train their staff. | Self- Study |
Maryland SHA |
Free | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | Mr. Clarence Haskett Maryland State Highway Admini- stration www. maryland roads.com 410- 787-5876 |
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Traffic Manager's (TM) Training View course |
Course covers the fundamentals of Temporary Traffic Control (TTC, SHA's TTC Standards and Specifications, and SHA's TTC Typical Applications. The course includes small group problem solving exercises and has a written examination at the end of the course. | Classroom | 1 day |
Maryland SHA |
$20.00 (Government employees), $80.00 (Others) |
Field supervisors and crew leaders | Ms. Laurie Baquol (REGIS- TRATION) Maryland Transpor- tation Builders and Materials Association www. mtbma.org (410) 760-9505 Mr. Clarence Haskett (INSTRUC- TOR) Maryland State Highway Admini- stration www. maryland roads.com (410) 787-5876 |
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Introduction to Temporary Traffic Control View course |
This course is designed to give participants a complete overview of traffic control in work zones, including applicable standards, devices used, component parts and their requirements, and installation/removal considerations. It will prepare participants to take the Maryland SHA Traffic Manager's course. The following topics will be covered: definition of temporary traffic control (TTC), quantification of the safety problem, manuals and standards applicable in the State of Maryland, fundamental principles of TTC, component parts of the TTC, introduction to traffic control devices, tapers and other transitions, and installation and removal considerations. | Classroom | 1 day |
Maryland Transportation Technology Transfer Center | Unknown | Anyone whose actions affect safety on temporary traffic control work zones, including traffic managers, traffic technicians, inspectors and designers. | Janette Price, 301-403-4623 or janette@umd.edu |
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Introduction to Highway Work Zones in Urban Areas View course |
This course is designed to give participants a complete overview of temporary traffic control in urban work zones, including applicable standards, devices used, component parts and their requirements, and installation/removal considerations. Emphasis will be given to considerations and issues that affect urban work zones, such as restricted space, reduced visibility, signals, businesses, pedestrians, utility operations, and others, and potential adjustments. | Classroom | 2 days |
Maryland Transportation Technology Transfer Center | Unknown | Unknown | Janette Price, 301-403-4623 or janette@umd.edu |
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Minnesota DOT Traffic Control Supervisor View course |
This training course is designed for Traffic Control Supervisors who will be working in Minnesota on state projects. Topics covered in the course will include principles and setup of temporary traffic controls, summary of traffic control special provisions for Minnesota DOT projects and will make use of actual traffic control plans. Other subjects covered are work zone speed limits, use of portable concrete barrier and the NCHRP 350 crash requirements. | Classroom | 3 days |
Minnesota DOT |
$250 | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | Leigh Kriewall, (651) 366-4217, leigh. kriewall@ dot.state. mn.us |
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Minnesota DOT Traffic Control Supervisor Recertification View course |
This course is designed for those who have been certified as Minnesota DOT Traffic Control Supervisors and need to renew their certification. Classroom lecture will focus on the latest changes in technology and specifications related to Traffic Control. Upon passing a written examination students will maintain their certification. | Classroom | 1 day |
Minnesota DOT |
$125 | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | Leigh Kriewall, (651) 366-4217, leigh. kriewall@ dot.state. mn.us |
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Traffic Control Overview View course |
Students will be exposed to traffic control special provisions standard language and instructions for use when writing time and traffic for highway projects. Emphasis will be placed on projects such as bituminous mill and overlay, concrete rehabilitation, and others that are short term in nature. Other subjects covered will be work zone speed limits, use of portable concrete barrier, and drop off policy. | Classroom | 1 day |
Minnesota DOT |
$100 | Project level engineers, supervisors and traffic engineers from Minnesota DOT, local agencies and engineering consultants. Also valuable for contractor's superintendents responsible for traffic control. | Leigh Kriewall, (651) 366-4217, leigh. kriewall@ dot.state. mn.us |
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Advanced Work Zone Training Manual View course |
The course is the third part of a curriculum pertaining to work zones. Upon completion of the course, the participants will be certified as a "Work Zone Specialist" (WZS). Missouri DOT will have a WZS involved in every aspect of the traffic control plan from preliminary to postconstruction work. | Classroom | 1 day |
Missouri DOT |
Unknown | Missouri DOT |
1-888 275 6636 |
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Flagger Training Booklet View course |
Course designed to provide uniformity and consistency of flagging within Missouri DOT and to train employees how to protect themselves and coworkers, along with the traveling public. | Classroom | 1 day |
Missouri DOT |
Free | Missouri DOT |
1-888 275 6636 |
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Work Zone Technician Manual View course |
This course discusses the main purpose of temporary traffic control (to provide for the safe and efficient movement of motorized and non-motorized traffic through or around a temporary traffic control zone, and to provide protection for workers and equipment in the work space) and its importance in being implemented safely. | Classroom | 1 day |
Missouri |
Free | Missouri DOT |
1-888 275 6636 |
Short Duration Work Zones |
Flagger (Instructor) View course |
Teaches students how to teach work zone crews standard flagging procedures and how to provide safe passage in and around work areas. Topics covered include: how to get students involved in the course, how to use course materials, administrative responsibilities, adult learning needs, and developing effective teaching skills. Upon completion of the course you will be able to apply the resources and information learned to protect your own crew and the public. | Classroom | 2 days |
National Safety Council |
$395.00 - Member, $515.00 - Nonmember |
Individuals with safety and health responsibilities in highway and street construction; bridge, tunnel, water or sewer construction; concrete, utilities, or paving industries; state transportation, and county or municipal street/public works departments | 1-800-621-7615 info@nsc.org |
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Flagger (Novice) View course |
The primary objectives of the program are 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. | Classroom | 4 hours |
National Safety Council |
Pricing varies by location |
Novice construction work zone flaggers in both one- and two-person flagging operations. Experienced flaggers can attend this course as a refresher. | 1-800-621-7615 info@nsc.org |
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Temporary Traffic Control in Highway Work Zones - Design and Supervision View course |
Prepares work zone supervisors to interpret, adapt, and implement traffic control plans. It focuses on specific job responsibilities and covers information in parts 1, 5, and 6 of the MUTCD. | Classroom | 2 days |
National Safety Council |
Members $390; Nonmembers $485 |
Anyone with at least one year of documented experience in work zone traffic control. Also useful for project engineers who want to understand requirements imposed on site supervisors and outside contractors. | 1-800-621-7615 info@nsc.org |
Design for Work Zones |
Advanced Work Zone Management and Design View course |
This course provides participants with advanced levels of knowledge and competencies on technical and non-technical work zone traffic management practices including work zone planning and design, project management, traffic management, and contracting issues. The course has core, recommended, and optional lessons. Each participant receives a copy of the Advanced Work Zone Management and Design reference manual and a participant workbook that contains all lesson materials. | Classroom | 3 days |
NHI | $500 | State, and Local Design Engineers, Traffic and Safety Engineers, Senior Work Zone Traffic Engineers, Transportation Planners, Employees of Metropolitan Planning Organizations, Regional Planners, Regional Construction Engineers, and Senior Engineering Technicians | 877-558-6873 or nhicustomerservice@ dot.gov |
Design for Work Zones |
Basics of Work Zone Traffic Control View course |
Uses the MUTCD Part 6 to review fundamental concepts of setting up work zones, including proper signage, taper lengths, and flagging procedures. Participants are encouraged to compare their State's standards, if available, to the guidance established in the MUTCD and determine what additional requirements may need to be met to establish safe, compliant work zones. | Online | Self- Study |
NHI | Free | State, regional, and county personnel who manage operations programs and deal with oversight and quality assurance across broad geographic areas. | 877-558-6873 or nhicustomerservice@ dot.gov |
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Design and Operation of Work Zone Traffic Control (1 day) View course |
This course provides participants with information on safe and efficient work zone traffic control, including the application of effective design and installation concepts, and using signs and markings for detours, construction zones, and maintenance sites. The legal, administrative, and operational aspects also will be discussed. Classroom presentations include lectures, case histories, and workshops. | Classroom | 1 day |
NHI | $300 | Design, construction, and maintenance personnel responsible for designing, installing, and monitoring work zone traffic control | 877-558-6873 or nhicustomerservice@ dot.gov |
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Design and Operation of Work Zone Traffic Control (3 day) View course |
This course provides participants with information on safe and efficient work zone traffic control, including the application of effective design and installation concepts; and using signs and markings for detours, construction zones, and maintenance sites. The legal, administrative, and operational aspects also will be discussed. Classroom presentations include lectures, case histories, and workshops. | Classroom | 3 days |
NHI | $500 | Design, construction, and maintenance personnel responsible for designing, installing, and monitoring work zone traffic control | 877-558-6873 or nhicustomerservice@ dot.gov |
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Maintenance of Traffic for Supervisors View course |
This web-based course presents information about the placement of, field maintenance required for, and inspection of traffic control devices. In addition, drafting work zone traffic control plans and flagging are discussed. The course also focuses on the design of a traffic control plan, and how and why one needs to operate and implement traffic control in the work zone. The course is broken into five modules: Fundamental Principles of Temporary Traffic Control Zones; Temporary Traffic Control Devices; Traffic Control Zones; Transportation Management Plans; and Flagger Operations. | Online | 5 hours |
NHI | Free | Personnel with responsibility or authority to decide on the specific maintenance of traffic requirements to be implemented | 877-558-6873 or nhicustomerservice@ dot.gov |
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Maintenance of Traffic for Technicians View course |
This web-based course presents information about the placement of, field maintenance required for, and inspection of traffic control devices. In addition, drafting work zone traffic control plans and flagging are discussed. The course is broken into five modules: General Terms and Procedures; Traffic Channelizing and Control Devices; Traffic Control Zones; Flagger Operations; and Traffic Control Zone Operations. | Online | 5 hours |
NHI | Free | Personnel with duties that include any of the following: Direct responsibility for placement of work zone traffic control devices; Direct responsibility for field maintenance of work zone traffic control devices; Inspection of the placement or operational function of work zone traffic control devices; and Drafting or electronic generation of work zone traffic control plans | 877-558-6873 or nhicustomerservice@ dot.gov |
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Maintenance Training Series View course |
11 self-paced courses that each take approximately 1 hour to complete. In addition to a course on the Basics of Work Zone Traffic Control, the course topics include: Pavement Preservation Programs, Shoulders and Shaping, Thin HMA Overlays and Leveling, Base and Subbase Stabilization and Repair, Drainage, Outdoor Advertising and Litter Control, Roadside Vegetation Management, Weather-related Operations, Underground Storage Tanks, and Cultural and Historic Preservation. The courses are designed for State, county, or regional agency personnel who manage transportation maintenance and operations programs and handle oversight, quality assurance, materials, scheduling, budgeting, or planning. | Online | Self- Study |
NHI | Free | State, county, or regional agency personnel who manage transportation maintenance and operations programs and handle oversight, quality assurance, materials, scheduling, budgeting, or planning. | 877-558-6873 or nhicustomerservice@ dot.gov |
Manage- ment of Work Zones |
Work Zone Traffic Control for Maintenance Operations View course |
This course provides guidance and training for field personnel working in the planning, selection, application, and operation of short-term work zones. The course addresses typical short-term maintenance activities occurring on two-lane rural highways and multilane urban streets and highways, applicable standards contained in the MUTCD, the need for proper application of devices, and liability issues of highway agencies and individuals. Classroom presentation includes practical exercises to plan, set up, operate, and remove work zone safety devices, including appropriate flagging procedures for these operations. | Classroom | 1 day |
NHI | $300 | State, county, and utility personnel, such as maintenance crews, survey crews, and utility crews, who are responsible for establishing traffic controls through short-term, utility, and maintenance work areas | 877-558-6873 or nhicustomerservice@ dot.gov |
Short Duration Work Zones |
Traffic Control Supervisor View course |
This class covers the supervisory skills, duties and responsibilities necessary to successfully control traffic. The class deals with legal issues such as liabilities, emergencies, documentation, governing documents (i.e., MUTCD, specifically part IV; 2004 Std Specs.), contracts, and Washington State DOT or Oregon DOT guidelines (depending on the State). | Classroom | 3 days |
Northwest Laborers Union - Washington State DOT, Oregon DOT |
Unknown | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | 360.297.3035 or nwlabor@ nwlett.org |
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Traffic Control View course |
Traffic control course recognized in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. The class uses written traffic scenarios for the hands-on training. | Classroom | 1 day |
Northwest Laborers Union - Washington State DOT, Oregon DOT, Idaho DOT |
Unknown | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | 360.297.3035 or nwlabor@ nwlett.org |
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Abanderados en zonas de trabajo View course |
Spanish–language course. Participants will learn the requirements to be a flagger–from skills and abilities to personal protective equipment. We will become familiar with flagging devices and their proper usage, and learn to set up flagger stations around a work zone. | Classroom | 4 hours | Occupational Safety and Health Administration | Unknown | Spanish–speaking personnel responsible for setting up flagging operations in work zones, and individuals who will be flaggers in work zones. | OSHA Directorate of Training and Education, 847-759-7700 |
Worker Safety |
Controlando el tráfico en zonas de trabajo View course |
Spanish–language course that discusses typical applications, traffic control plans, and complete simple exercises. The participant will learn about traffic control devices, flagging procedures, and pavement markings, based on the requirements of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. | Classroom | 2 days |
Occupational Safety and Health Administration | Unknown | Spanish–speaking personnel directly involved in developing and/or implementing work zone traffic control | OSHA Directorate of Training and Education, 847-759-7700 |
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Traffic Control Coordinator Program View course |
New Jersey DOT and other agencies require a contractor to assign a supervisory-level employee with requisite onsite experience to act as the Traffic Control Coordinator (TCC) on roadway construction projects. Participants who successfully complete this course (and the prerequisites) will be eligible to serve as TCC with supervisory and coordinating roles. | Classroom | 4 day |
Rutgers Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation | $435 | Experienced highway work zone personnel who seek training in work zone traffic control | Bethany Allinder, Program Coord. and Registrar, 848-445-3112 or bethall@ rci.rutgers.edu |
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Traffic Control Coordinator Refresher Workshop View course |
The course provides a review of the MUTCD and includes a brief overview of federal changes, worker safety considerations, sign placement, and special considerations for local and state roadways. The course covers new safety specifications required on New Jersey DOT roadways as well as other safety issues such as the proper set up of Jersey barriers and use of truck-mounted attenuators to prevent worker injuries. | Classroom | 5 hours |
Rutgers Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation | $95 | NJDOT requires Certified New Jersey Traffic Control Coordinators to take this class every 2 years if they wish to continue working on state-funded projects | Registrar 732-445-3632, Ext. 147 |
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Police Work Zone Safety Train-the-Trainer View course |
This program is designed for experienced police personnel who seek to become trainers in work zone traffic control. The New Jersey DOT and other agencies require enforcement personnel to be trained when working on roadway construction projects. Those participants who successfully complete this series will be eligible to serve as Police Work Zone Safety instructors for their agency. This course is developed around typical long-term and short-term road work activities that occur on any state roadway, from two-lanes to interstates. The training covers the standards of work zone protection as specified in the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). | Classroom | 4 days |
Rutgers Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation | Free for current New Jersey law enforcement personnel | Law enforcement personnel only | Bethany Allinder, 848-445-3325 or bethall@ rci.rutgers.edu |
Law Enforcement |
Work Zone Traffic Control View course |
This course provides necessary training in the basics of work zone traffic control. You will learn the importance of complying with the Texas MUTCD and all relative Texas DOT standards which apply to Texas DOT roadways including the Interstate System. | Classroom | 2 days |
Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) |
$325 | Contractor personnel directly involved in developing and/or implementing work zone traffic control on Texas DOT roadways, including the Interstate System | 800- 824-7303 or 979- 458-2001, and by email at eupwti@ teexmail. tamu.edu |
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Work Zone Traffic Control View course |
This course provides the basics of work zone traffic control, including the importance of complying with the Texas MUTCD and all relative Texas DOT standards which apply to Texas DOT roadways including the Interstate System. | Classroom | 2 days |
Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) |
Free for city, county, and state employees |
City and county personnel directly involved in developing and/or implementing work zone traffic control | 800- 824-7303 or 979- 458-2001, and by email at eupwti@ teexmail. tamu.edu |
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Work Zone Traffic Control Refresher View course |
Personnel should be periodically updated on the most current work zone traffic control procedures. If it has been 3 years since your personnel last attended the Work Zone Traffic Control course, this refresher class is a must. This course introduces new devices and better ways of doing things and stresses a safety-first attitude. | Classroom | 1 day |
Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) |
$200 full participant rate |
Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | 800- 824-7303 or 979- 458-2001, and by email at eupwti@ teexmail. tamu.edu |
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Flagging Traffic View course |
This video highlights the importance of flagging traffic through work zones, along with the dangers that your employees can encounter in the process. Geared towards traffic control through roadway work zones, this video will train your employees on how to protect themselves and the general public by following effective traffic control procedures. Also available in Spanish. | VHS or DVD | 9 minutes |
The Training Network, Inc. |
$199.95 | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | 1-800- 397-5125 |
Worker Safety |
Traffic Control Thru Work Zones View course |
This program is targeted towards traffic control when performing utility maintenance operations in manholes or near busy roadways. It emphasizes worker safety, shows the proper set up, and details safe work practices for traffic control on a short-term job. Also available in Spanish. | VHS or DVD | 21 minutes |
The Training Network, Inc. |
$199.95 | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | 1-800- 397-5125 |
Short Duration Work Zones |
Work Zone Traffic Control and Flagger Safety View course |
This video covers topics such as personal protective equipment, proper equipment and flagging position, flagging procedures, proper conduct, importance of flagger safety, identification of hazards. Also available in Spanish. | DVD | 16 minutes |
The Training Network, Inc., | $299.95 | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | 1-800- 397-5125 |
Worker Safety |
Work Zone Traffic Control and OSHA 10-Hour Construction Outreach View course |
This course addresses highway and roadway construction work zones in addition to disaster site cleanup and/or recovery work zones, followed by delivery of the OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry Outreach training for those who do not already possess this essential wallet card. As a result of this training, participants will learn the essentials of work zone safety and traffic control, earning both a university certificate of completion and OSHA wallet card. | Classroom | 3.5 days |
The University of Texas at Arlington |
Free | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | Bessie Harris (817) 272-0403 (phone) bharris@ uta.edu |
Worker Safety |
Flagging at Work Zones View course |
Learn how to set up and operate flagging stations that are both safe and effective. This training emphasizes safety through effective communications between flaggers and road users and combines lectures, demonstrations, video presentations, and hands-on skill practice. It covers flagger equipment and flagger clothing; flagging guidelines from Caltrans and CAL-OSHA requirements; how to use hand signals; and how to conduct flagging under different roadway and traffic conditions, using a single flagger, two flaggers, or a pilot car. This training meets the CAL-OSHA requirement. | Classroom | 4 hours |
University of California at Berkeley: Institution of Transportation Studies, Technology Transfer Program |
$2,695 for stand alone delivery (for up to 40 attendees) |
Maintenance superintendents or supervisors, engineers, work zone crews, anyone with responsibility for flagging in work zones. | 510-642-3585 or workzones@ techtransfer. berkeley. edu |
Worker Safety |
Traffic Control for Safe Work Zones View course |
Covers the basics of work zone traffic control, development of traffic control plans for various types of roadway situations, proper flagging procedures, and work zone tort liability . There are four course options for different road volume situations: rural, urban, or rural/urban combined. | Classroom | 8 hours |
University of California at Berkeley: Institution of Transportation Studies, Technology Transfer Program |
$3495 (for up to 40 attendees) | Maintenance superintendents or supervisors, engineers, work zone crews, anyone with responsibility for flagging in work zones. | Call 510- 665-3410 or email: roadshow @techtransfer. berkeley. edu |
Worker Safety |
Arrow Panels and Barrier Delineation in Work Zones View course |
Two-part production deals with signing and work zones. "Arrow Panels" focuses on advance warning (flashing arrow panels: design standards, application, operation and maintenance (25 minutes). "Barrier Delineation in Work Zones" examines the use of concrete safety shaped barriers (24 minutes). | VHS | 49 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Basic Traffic Control for Pavement Structure Repair Techniques View course |
This video presents recommended minimum requirements for proper signing of the short-term work zone. It discusses both the applications for stationary and moving work zones and the various adaptations that have to be employed to provide effective traffic control. | VHS | 11 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Flagging Operations and Procedures View course |
Demonstrates the proper equipment and procedures in the Wisconsin Flaggers Handbook for single flagger, two flagger, pilot car, night flagging, one-direction flagging, and emergency flagging operations. It is recommended for flaggers and their supervisors. | VHS | 24 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Highway Work Zone Safety: (01 of 11) Traffic Control Safety View course |
Examples of good practice in setting up traffic control on highway construction and maintenance zones. Basic ideas and sound safety procedures for highway workers and supervisors. | VHS | 11 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Highway Work Zone Safety: (02 of 11) Professional Flagging View course |
This video covers basic principles, procedures and applications for effective and safe flagging in highway work zones. Typical situations in rural construction and maintenance zones are covered. Stresses a professional approach and sound safety practices. | VHS | 47 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Traffic Control Series 1 of 3: Work Zone Safety Concepts View course |
This program covers the basic principles of work zone safety, traffic control zones, planning for traffic control, the function of traffic control devices and typical applications. | VHS | 25 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Traffic Control Series 2 of 3: Developing Job Site Traffic Control Plans View course |
This course covers developing an effective traffic control plan, following the process from pre-planning, through design and writing, the implementation, evaluation, and revision. | VHS | 21 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Traffic Control Series 3 of 3: Install, Inspect and Maintain Work Site Traffic Control Devices View course |
This video covers the installation, inspection and maintenance of traffic control devices at a basic work site based on a traffic control plan. | VHS | 24 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Traffic Plan to Live By - 01 of 13: City Maintenance Operations View course |
This is a resource for in-house work zone traffic control training programs, designed especially for low speed, urban street locations. You can use these to train maintenance crews and inspectors. Each training module focuses on a particular traffic control application or problem and includes a training leader's guide, a master copy of a participant handout, and a video that shows real-life examples of proper traffic control procedures. | VHS | 45 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Traffic Plan to Live By - 02 of 13: Devices View course |
This is a resource for in-house work zone traffic control training programs, designed especially for low speed, urban street locations. You can use these to train maintenance crews and inspectors. Each training module focuses on a particular traffic control application or problem and includes a training leader's guide, a master copy of a participant handout, and a video that shows real-life examples of proper traffic control procedures. | VHS | 45 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Traffic Plan to Live By - 03 of 13: Flagging View course |
This is a resource for in-house work zone traffic control training programs, designed especially for low speed, urban street locations. You can use these to train maintenance crews and inspectors. Each training module focuses on a particular traffic control application or problem and includes a training leader's guide, a master copy of a participant handout, and a video that shows real-life examples of proper traffic control procedures. | VHS | 45 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Traffic Plan to Live By - 04 of 13: Intersection Work View course |
This is a resource for in-house work zone traffic control training programs, designed especially for low speed, urban street locations. You can use these to train maintenance crews and inspectors. Each training module focuses on a particular traffic control application or problem and includes a training leader's guide, a master copy of a participant handout, and a video that shows real-life examples of proper traffic control procedures. | VHS | 45 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Traffic Plan to Live By - 05 of 13: Introduction to Low Speed Traffic Control View course |
This is a resource for in-house work zone traffic control training programs, designed especially for low speed, urban street locations. You can use these to train maintenance crews and inspectors. Each training module focuses on a particular traffic control application or problem and includes a training leader's guide, a master copy of a participant handout, and a video that shows real-life examples of proper traffic control procedures. | VHS | 45 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Traffic Plan to Live By - 06 of 13: Low Speed Lane Closures View course |
This is a resource for in-house work zone traffic control training programs, designed especially for low speed, urban street locations. You can use these to train maintenance crews and inspectors. Each training module focuses on a particular traffic control application or problem and includes a training leader's guide, a master copy of a participant handout, and a video that shows real-life examples of proper traffic control procedures. | VHS | 45 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Traffic Plan to Live By - 07 of 13: Moving and Mobile Operations View course |
This is a resource for in-house work zone traffic control training programs, designed especially for low speed, urban street locations. You can use these to train maintenance crews and inspectors. Each training module focuses on a particular traffic control application or problem and includes a training leader's guide, a master copy of a participant handout, and a video that shows real-life examples of proper traffic control procedures. | VHS | 45 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Traffic Plan to Live By - 08 of 13: Parking Lane/Shoulder Work View course |
This is a resource for in-house work zone traffic control training programs, designed especially for low speed, urban street locations. You can use these to train maintenance crews and inspectors. Each training module focuses on a particular traffic control application or problem and includes a training leader's guide, a master copy of a participant handout, and a video that shows real-life examples of proper traffic control procedures. | VHS | 45 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Traffic Plan to Live By - 09 of 13: Pedestrians View course |
This is a resource for in-house work zone traffic control training programs, designed especially for low speed, urban street locations. You can use these to train maintenance crews and inspectors. Each training module focuses on a particular traffic control application or problem and includes a training leader's guide, a master copy of a participant handout, and a video that shows real-life examples of proper traffic control procedures. | VHS | 45 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Traffic Plan to Live By - 10 of 13: Protection of Locators and Surveyors View course |
This is a resource for in-house work zone traffic control training programs, designed especially for low speed, urban street locations. You can use these to train maintenance crews and inspectors. Each training module focuses on a particular traffic control application or problem and includes a training leader's guide, a master copy of a participant handout, and a video that shows real-life examples of proper traffic control procedures. | VHS | 45 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Traffic Plan to Live By - 11 of 13: Street Closures View course |
This is a resource for in-house work zone traffic control training programs, designed especially for low speed, urban street locations. You can use these to train maintenance crews and inspectors. Each training module focuses on a particular traffic control application or problem and includes a training leader's guide, a master copy of a participant handout, and a video that shows real-life examples of proper traffic control procedures. | VHS | 45 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Traffic Plan to Live By - 12 of 13: Traffic Control Procedures View course |
This is a resource for in-house work zone traffic control training programs, designed especially for low speed, urban street locations. You can use these to train maintenance crews and inspectors. Each training module focuses on a particular traffic control application or problem and includes a training leader's guide, a master copy of a participant handout, and a video that shows real-life examples of proper traffic control procedures. | VHS | 45 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Traffic Plan to Live By - 13 of 13: Unattended Work Sites View course |
This is a resource for in-house work zone traffic control training programs, designed especially for low speed, urban street locations. You can use these to train maintenance crews and inspectors. Each training module focuses on a particular traffic control application or problem and includes a training leader's guide, a master copy of a participant handout, and a video that shows real-life examples of proper traffic control procedures. | VHS | 45 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Warn, Guide, and Protect: An Introduction to Flagging View course |
A basic presentation of flagging in work zone and emergency situations as recommended in the standards. | VHS | 22 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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What's Wrong with this Work Zone? View course |
Video shows an urban four-lane road with a lane closure and a two-lane rural road with a flagger operation. Each work site has many errors and the video explains what is wrong and how to correct the problems. The video refers to Virginia DOT policy and is a very good review of practical work zone safety issues. Useful for construction and maintenance crew personnel. | VHS | 22 minutes |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
Free | Videos are loaned in Wisconsin only to local governments, highway agencies, and others directly involved in street and highway transportation | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
Worker Safety |
Work Zone and Flagger Safety View course |
Topics covered in this training include traffic control zones, planning traffic control, encroaching into traffic, flagging, mobile operations, pedestrian safety, worker safety, and liability. | Workshop | 1 day |
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Transportation Information Center |
$80 | Supervisors, foremen, crew leaders, safety personnel, managers and engineers responsible for design, layout, inspection, and/or maintenance of work zone traffic control | 800- 442-4615, tic@ epd.engr. wisc.edu |
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Work Zone Safety for Rural/Local Agencies View course |
Video discusses traffic control devices, traffic control zones, typical applications, flagging, legal liability and a typical day in the work zone. Developed by University of North Carolina, Institute for Transportation Research and Education and Federal Highway Administration. | Online | 1 hour 42 minutes |
Utah LTAP | Free | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas | Online resource | Short Duration Work Zones Worker Safety |
Utility Work Zone Traffic Control View course |
Provides an introduction to utility work zone operations and presents recommendations for several important aspects of safety related utility work, including the establishment of a safety culture in the organization, the use of uniform and consistent traffic control devices and systems, and the development of a set of typical temporary traffic control plans (TTCP) that are appropriate for specific types of work sites. | Online | Self- Study |
Wayne State University | Free | Decision makers of the utility companies, utility contractors and road agency maintenance departments including management and safety officials. | Online resource | Short Duration Work Zones |
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Flagger Handbook View document |
The handbook outlines the procedures to be followed and identifies responsibilities to achieve the desired end result - safer work zones with minimal impact on the traveling public. | Online Handbook | 22 pages | Utah DOT | Free | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas |
Flagger Safety Training View document |
Covers proper equipment, safety pointers, special situations - pilot car procedure, multi-lane flagging, emergency vehicle procedure, mobile operations, and dealing with impatient, rude or angry drivers. Includes version in English and Spanish. | Online Guidebook and Video |
Online | Kansas DOT | Free | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas |
Flagging Handbook View document |
Pocket-sized book is intended to assist the flagger in understanding his or her duties and to be available for ready reference on the job. It has color illustrations showing equipment, positioning of flaggers and devices, correct procedures, and rules of conduct, as well as new section on emergency situations. In addition, there is special information to assist supervisors in selecting and training flaggers. | Book | Unknown | ATSSA | $4.95 for Members, $6.95 for Non-members |
Flaggers |
Guidance for the Use of Dynamic Lane Merging Strategies View document |
Summarizes the available findings on implementation of dynamic merging strategies. The guide focuses on identifying when dynamic merging strategies are appropriate in addition to tips for successful implementation. It covers signing and switching recommendations for two-to-one lane closures and three-to-two lane closures. To assist in the planning and design stages, the appendix contains sample layouts and signing from previous implementations across the United States. | Online | Online | ATSSA | Free | Agency/Owner, Engineers, Contractors |
Guidelines on Ensuring Positive Guidance in Work Zones View document |
Describes the importance of ensuring good positive guidance when implementing a work zone traffic control plan. Four key concepts are emphasized: ensuring that all driver information needs are met to allow them to navigate safely through the work zone, standardizing the information provided to drivers to meet their expectations, ensuring that information is spread out through the approach and work area to avoid driver overload, and ensuring that all work zone hazards are identifiable and visible to the motorist. | Online | 21 pages | Roadway Safety Consortium | Free | Agency/Owners, Engineers, Contractors |
Guidance on the Use of Automated Flagger Assistance Devices View document |
Outlines the use of Automated Flagging Assistance Devices (AFAD), mechanically operated temporary traffic control devices used to assist flaggers, and provides information on scenarios for determining when to use AFADs; selecting an AFAD, which may include determining the cost/benefit of using such devices; addressing safety concerns or limitations; and making necessary adjustments when using AFADs. | Online | Online | ATSSA | Free | Contractors, field personnel, state DOT construction engineers, inspectors, policy-makers, temporary traffic control designers, field level staff who set up work zones. |
Guidelines on Payment for Temporary Traffic Control View document |
Describes good practices regarding payment methods for work zone traffic control. The document is intended to assist agencies in understanding the current regulation regarding temporary traffic control payment procedures, and in establishing policies and procedures that comply with these regulations. | Online | 10 pages | Roadway Safety Consortium | Free | Agency/Owners, Engineers, Contractors |
Guidelines on Use of Exposure Control Measures View document |
Summarizes the various types of exposure control measures and discusses how each can improve the safety of workers and motorists in work zones. The document addresses full road closures, full or partial detours or diversions, median crossovers, ramp closures, rolling roadblocks for traffic control set-up and takedown activities, working during nighttime hours, and accelerated contracting techniques. | Online | 15 pages | Roadway Safety Consortium | Free | Agency/Owners, Engineers, Contractors |
Guidelines on Work Zone Access and Egress View document |
Describes concerns associated with work zone access and egress. The document offers recommended practices and describes effective strategies and techniques that can be employed during the planning, design and construction phases to help mitigate concerns. The document addresses work zone access and egress problems, when to consider access and egress, acceleration and deceleration of construction vehicles, maintaining access and egress points, controlling traffic inside the work zone, and innovative ideas and best practices. | Online | 13 pages | Roadway Safety Consortium | Free | Agency/Owners, Engineers, Contractors |
MUTCD View document |
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, which contains standards for traffic control devices that regulate, warn, and guide road users along the highways and byways in all 50 States. | Online Manual | Online | FHWA (Hardcopy version is sold by others) | Free | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas, and those who design temporary traffic control plans |
Safe and Effective Work Zone Inspections View document |
Examines program elements, operational improvements, and the value of documentation behind the development of a comprehensive work zone traffic control inspection program. Intended for use as a gauge of completeness for agencies with programs in place or as a roadmap for establishing a program if one does not presently exist. | Online | Online | ATSSA | Free | State and local DOT leadership, engineers, policymakers, lead district engineers, and staff charged with developing or maintaining a work zone inspection program. |
Strategies on Improving Worker Safety in Work Zones View document |
Describes traffic control measures that can be appropriate in work zones to further improve the safety of highway workers. The document addresses enhanced flagger station set-ups, intrusion alarms, pace or pilot vehicles, and temporary traffic signals. | Online | 12 pages | Roadway Safety Consortium | Free | Agency/Owner, Engineers, Contractors |
Work Zone Positive Protection Toolbox View document |
Describes the various types of positive protection devices currently in use and provides guidance on where and how each device is typically used. | Online | 20 pages |
ATSSA | Free | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas, and those who design temporary traffic control plans |
Work Zone Speed Limit Guidelines View document |
Guidebook to improve use of speed limits to control vehicle speeds through street and highway work zones. Proper and uniform application of these speed limits should improve the safety of the highway worker and the traveling public. | Online Guidebook | 25 pages |
Minnesota DOT | Free | Those who work in or near traffic control work areas |
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