Flagger Certification

When - Where

August 27, 2024

(8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Central Time)

PDHs AVAILABLE

4 Professional Development Hours can be granted for this course. No partial credit available. Attendees must attend at least 90% of each day of the workshop to get 4 PDHs.

Ellington Agricultural Center
UT Extension Office
5201 Marchant Dr.
Nashville, TN 37211-5112
Tel: 615-832-6550 for directions

Registration is CLOSED.

WHAT THIS IS ABOUT

This course provides guidance and training for field personnel; such as maintenance crews and utility crews in the planning, selection, application, and operation of flagging procedures as they apply to short-term work zones. The course material was developed with regards to typical short-term maintenance and utility activities. The training covers the applicable standards for work zone protection as contained in Part 6 of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), as well as addressing liability issues of highway agencies, utilities, and individuals. However, the emphasis is on appropriate flagging procedures, duties and performance of the Flagger. Each attendee successfully completing the course will receive a Carry Card identifying them as a trained Flagger. This certification is valid for four years. The certification is recognized by TDOT and meets their requirements for Flaggers.

THE WORKSHOP COVERS:

Guidance and training for highway and utility field personnel
Operation of short-term work zones
Applicable Standards for Work Zone Protection
Proper Application of Devices
Liability Issues
Appropriate Flagging Procedures
Individual hands-on practical flagger scenario sessions

OBJECTIVES

Have a better understanding of the responsibilities and duties of Flaggers
Be familiar with current work zone standards and requirements as contained in Part 6 of the MUTCD
Have a fundamental knowledge of standard traffic control devices, their function, and application
Be able to design and install traffic control schemes for short-term operations on two-lane and multilane streets and highways.
Enable the Flaggers to enhance the safety of the driving public

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This course is best suited for the state, county, city, and utility who are responsible for establishing traffic controls within utility or maintenance roadway work areas.

INSTRUCTOR

Spence Meyers
Spence is a 1991 graduate of The University of Tennessee, Knoxville Department of Anthropology. He has lead many archaelogical investigations across Tennessee. In this position Spence has worked closely with TDOT and transportation officials with many cities and counties across the state. He is the Technical Assistance Specialist at TTAP conducting ADT, turning movement counts and seatbelt use surveys. Throughout his career Spence has been called upon to train employees of all levels. Spence is also the webmaster for the TTAP website.

AGENDA

	Registration
	Introduction Video
	Course Objectives
	Speed
	Break
	Communication with the driver - Video
	Work Zones and Signage Flagging
	Flagging - Video
	Workshop Activity
	Flagging Review
	Exam
	Wrap-up
	Adjourn

REGISTRATION

The registration fee is $75 for all participants. TDOT employees must register through their local TDOT Training Office. The workshop fee includes ONLY materials and coffee breaks. NO LUNCH PROVIDED A course may be canceled if there is low enrollment. Forty-eight hours notice will be given to registrants if a course is canceled. Register early! Limited enrollment!