Flagger Certification
When - Where
August 7, 2024
(8:00 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.
UT Institute of Agriculture (UTIA)AgriCenter International Bldg.
7777 Walnut Grove Rd. Building B
Memphis, TN 38120
Tel: 901-752-1207 or 865-974-5255 for directions
Register ONLINE here.
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!
Register ONLINE here.