From Virginia Work Area Protection Manual: "Section 6E.01 Qualifications for Flaggers Standard: ... ... 02 The flagger shall be certified in accordance with the VDOT Flagger Certification Program, … [Read more...] about Flagger training and certification requirements
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Design and oversight of work zone operations
In VDOT, design is performed by designers, with review and input from district Traffic Engineering sections. District construction inspectors oversee the implementation and maintenance of work … [Read more...] about Design and oversight of work zone operations
Traffic control for volunteer litter pickup crews
Virginia DOT provides and installs "Adopt-A-Highway" signs for the volunteer group. The volunteers agree to pick up litter four times a year on a two-mile stretch of roadway for two years. The group … [Read more...] about Traffic control for volunteer litter pickup crews
Removing temporary traffic control devices with the flow of traffic vs. backing the work vehicle behind to remove the devices
In Virginia, the practice is to remove temporary traffic control devices against the flow of traffic, taking full advantage of the advance warning signs and electronic arrows while removing the … [Read more...] about Removing temporary traffic control devices with the flow of traffic vs. backing the work vehicle behind to remove the devices
Sand barrels in work zones
Typically, Virginia recommends a conservative design (NCHRP 350 TL-3) if there is adequate clearance, usually consisting of twelve barrels for a narrow hazard (see link below for an example array). If … [Read more...] about Sand barrels in work zones