Corporate Training By Zack Academy - 4-Hour Flagging Training - TSC Training Academy

This training course is in accordance with the New York State Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Flagger Training.

All flaggers shall be adequately trained in flagging operations by recognized training programs, including the American Traffic Safety Services Association, the National Safety Council, unions, or construction industry associations, or by an individual who holds a current certification as a flagger training instructor from such a program. Prior to the start of flagging operations, the Contractor shall provide to the Engineer a list of certified flaggers to be used in the operation, identifying the source of flagger training for each individual.

During this 4-hour course students will be introduced to Federal and State policies, procedures and standards. Training will review general work zone safety principles covered in the MUTCD book, with concentration on recognition and prevent of hazardous conditions and proper signals.

Intended Audience

This course is designed for anyone in New York State ONLY involved in the daily construction operations potentially where workers and general public may be exposed to hazards created by vehicles and/or equipment.

Prerequisites: None required. Students need to be able to verbally communicate with instructor in primary language of the training.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• Explain the need for flagging operations.
• Describe abilities of a flagger as per NYS and MUTCD standards.
• Apply standard references as they pertain to flagger operations.
• Demonstrate typical flagging practices for day and night operations.
• Practice and demonstrate all flagging signals and procedures.

This course is in compliance with the Standard specification of May 1 2008, Section 619-3.02(L)(1).

Course Completion

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive 4-Hour Flagging Training Certificate picture ID card that will be valid for 4 years.

Syllabus

Class meets for 4 hours with a minimum of 10 minute breaks every two hours. 

Course Objectives:

• Explain the need for flagging operations.
• Describe abilities of a flagger as per NYS and MUTCD standards.
• Apply standard references as they pertain to flagger operations.
• Demonstrate typical flagging practices for day and night operations.
• Practice and demonstrate all flagging signals and procedures.