Flag Safety (Flag Training)

Course Description:

The Flag Safety Training Course is a training program to instruct individuals in the proper and effective management of traffic in and through construction work areas. Flag are an integral part of maintaining the safety of workers, pedestrians, and drivers by guiding and regulating traffic movement, minimizing confusion, and avoiding job site injuries and deaths.

This 4-hour training is compliant with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and adheres to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) guidelines and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The course guarantees that learners are well-trained to communicate effectively, adapt to ever-changing traffic patterns, and make informed decisions based on safety considerations while under duress.

Major Learning Objectives:

• Students who undergo this course will be able to:
• Understand the flag’s duties and responsibilities
• Utilize standardized hand signals, signs, and communication devices
• Identify and counteract flagging-related hazards
• Establish and maintain temporary traffic control areas
• Direct and guide drivers and pedestrians around the work area
• Operate personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately for safety and visibility
• Deal with emergencies and handle aggressive or inattentive drivers
• Understand legal obligations and responsibility for liability

Topics Covered:

• Introduction to Work Zone Safety
• Federal & State Traffic Control Regulations (MUTCD & DOT Guidelines)
• Flag and Traffic Controller Responsibilities
• Effective Stop/Slow Paddle and Hand Signal Usage
• Communication with Drivers, Crews, and Equipment Operators
• High-Visibility Apparel and PPE Use and Care
• Establishing Advance Warning and Buffer Zones
• Night Flagging and Low-Visibility Condition Procedures
• Emergency and Incident Response in Traffic Control Zones
• Case Studies: Frequent Errors and Real-Life Accidents
• Written Test and Performance Assessment

Who Should Enroll in This Course?

• This course is perfectly suited for:
• Construction workers directing traffic on or along roads
• Utility and maintenance workers
• Landscaping and municipal staff
• Parking and special event safety staff
• Those looking to obtain DOT certification or be a flag on the job
• Employers required to meet federal and state flag training regulations

Course Format:

• Duration: 4 Hours
• Delivery Method:
• In-Person Classroom Training
• Virtual Live Training (Online) with real-time instructor interaction
• Language: English (Spanish available upon request)
• Instruction Method: Instructor-led presentation, videos, demonstrations, and interactive Q&A
• Assessment: Written test and hands-on performance assessment (when necessary)

✅ Advantages of This Training:

• Meets OSHA, DOT, and MUTCD regulations
• Improves job site communication and safety
• Boosts employment prospects in construction and roadwork
• Instructed by veteran instructors with road safety and DOT experience
• Issuance of Certificate of Completion immediately

Requirements:

• Bring valid picture ID
• Attendance is required
• No experience required—training is ideal for beginners and veteran flag alike

Certification Information:

• Certificate of Completion upon completion of the course
• Compliant with flagging duties in most states of the U.S. (refer to state-specific DOT regulations)
• Certification can be used to confirm qualification to employers or project managers