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Training

Pilot/Escort Flagging Course

Pilot / Escort Flagging qualification is required for any person responsible for escorting over-dimensional loads along permitted route. This course will guide students through resources, required equipment, and techniques to use during movements. Pilot / Escort Vehicle Operators (PEVO) responsibilities include:

  • Review permitted route, communicate with team
  • Maintain proper escort vehicle equipment
  • Assist in directing load driver to maneuver designated route
  • Warn traffic of potential hazardous conditions
  • Block traffic from passing in situations with limited clearances
  • Flag traffic to safely pass load movements
  • Verify clearance exist along permitted route
  • Document clearances or areas of concern through route survey
  • Measure load adjust equipment to accommodate
  • Perform detailed route survey limited clearance
  • Stay current on all regulation revisions

The Pilot / Escort Flagging course is 8-hours with an exam. Students must receive at least 80% to earn the Pilot / Escort Flagging course certificate of completion.

Provider: University of Florida Transportation Institute, Transportation Technology Transfer Center
Certification: Yes
Length: 8 hrs.
Languages: English
Locations: Florida (FL)
Website: Link to URL
Record Types: Courses and Programs
Topics: Flagging

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