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Training

Flagger Training

This training has been approved by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to qualify you as a “Qualified Flagger” in accordance with the requirements contained within TxDOT’s Specification Item 7 “Legal Relations and Responsibilities,” and Specification Item 502 “Barricades, Signs and Traffic Handling.” This course is intended for individuals who will be performing or engaging in flagger duties on construction/maintenance projects. The course will provide a better understanding of the importance and duties involved with flagging on a project.

COURSE CONTENT INCLUDES:

  • The duties, responsibilities and qualifications of a flagger
  • The requirements of the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD) on flagging operations
  • Proper personal protective equipment for flagging
  • Describing the typical flagging positions
  • Demonstrating proper flagging procedures using the STOP/SLOW paddle, the flag, and the flashlight

Upon successful course completion, participants will receive a certificate of completion from UTA’s Public Works Institute and a Qualified Flagger wallet card valid for a period of 4 years.

Provider: University of Texas at Arlington
Certification: Yes
Length: 4 hrs.
Languages: English
Locations: Texas (TX)
Website: Link to URL
Record Types: Courses and Programs
Topics: Flagging

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