ATSSA Flagger Certification

Course Overview:

This workshop will cover why proper flagger operations are important, the skillset of a good flagger, standard flagger control references, and best practices for various situations.

This interactive workshop is taught through a combination of lecture, video, and group activities.

*ATSSA Flagger Training is an elective of the Road Scholar program.

Learning Objectives:

• Describe why practicing safe, standards-based flagging operations is important.
• List the component parts and associate elements of standard flagging setups.
• Recognize key elements of proper flagging signals and procedures.
• Recall factors used for determining proper flagger station positioning.
• Describe basic flagging techniques using one or more flaggers under various scenarios.
• List effective flagger communication techniques for use between flaggers, with motorists, and work other workers.
• Describe nighttime considerations, setup and removal, and use of flagging technology.

Audience:

This course is intended for anyone interested in becoming a certified road flagger. ATSSA is a recognized flagger certification in the state of Nevada and valid for all NDOT projects.

Participants DO NOT need to employed by a public agency or a unionized company to take this course.

NOTE: ATSSA Certification cards are good for 4-years & participants MUST be 18 years of age to participate. Upon enrollment, a copy of the participant’s valid driver’s license or state ID will be required.