DOT and MUTCD Traffic Control Safety for Construction Sites and Public Roadways
Our focused 2-hour DOT/ATSSA Flagger Certification training course equips your team with the knowledge and practical skills needed to safely control traffic around construction sites, utility work, road projects, and public roadway work zones.
When vehicles, workers, equipment, and pedestrians share the same space, clear traffic control is not optional. A trained flagger helps prevent confusion, reduce job site risk, and protect both the public and the crew.
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS
DOT/ATSSA FLAGGER TRAINING TAUGHT BY SAFETY PROFESSIONALS
This 2-hour program is designed for personnel responsible for traffic control on construction sites and public roadways. The course meets DOT and MUTCD guidelines for traffic safety and prepares participants to perform flagging duties with confidence.
Topics include:
Standard Flagger Control References: Understand the rules, references, and expectations that guide safe flagging operations.
Proper Flagging Control Procedures: Learn how to manage traffic flow safely and consistently in active work zones.
Who the Flagger Protects: Understand the responsibility flaggers have to protect workers, drivers, pedestrians, and the public.
ANSI Clothing Requirements: Learn the proper high-visibility clothing requirements for flaggers working near traffic.
Flagging Equipment and Warning Signs: Review the signs, paddles, and equipment used to communicate clearly with drivers.
Hand Signals and Paddle Use: Practice proper hand signals and the correct use of a flagger paddle.
Emergency Flagging Procedures: Learn how to respond when normal traffic control procedures are disrupted.
Varying Work Zone Situations: Review standard practices for different flagging conditions and roadway situations.
HANDS-ON PRACTICAL TRAINING
Classroom instruction is important, but flagging requires clear physical communication and calm decision-making in the field.
This course includes:
- Classroom instruction
- Hands-on demonstrations
- Demonstration of proper flagger paddle use
- Practice with proper hand signals
- Practical evaluation to verify understanding
- Real-world traffic control scenarios
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This course is ideal for:
- Construction workers assigned to traffic control
- Roadway and utility crews
- Site supervisors overseeing work zone safety
- Public works employees
- Crew members working near active traffic
- Safety professionals responsible for traffic control planning
- Contractors working on public roadways or job sites with vehicle movement
- Anyone responsible for flagging operations in construction or maintenance zones
WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE
Upon successful completion of the course and evaluation, participants receive:
- ATSSA Flagger Certification Card
- Course workbook
- Flagger handbook
- Practical knowledge aligned with DOT and MUTCD traffic safety guidelines
- Training that supports safe traffic control on construction sites and public roadways
WHY CHOOSE OUR TRAINING?
SAFETY THAT PROTECTS WORKERS AND THE PUBLIC
Our DOT/ATSSA Flagger Certification training equips your team with the skills needed to safely control traffic and reduce job-site risks.
Reduce Work Zone Accidents: Properly trained flaggers help prevent confusion, vehicle collisions, and dangerous traffic-flow errors.
Support DOT and MUTCD Compliance: Training helps your company meet traffic control safety expectations for roadway work.
Improve Job Site Communication: Trained flaggers use clear signals, proper equipment, and consistent procedures.
Protect Workers and Drivers: Flaggers serve as a critical safety point between active traffic and the work zone.
Build a Safer Crew: Training helps employees understand their roles, responsibilities, and the risks of improper traffic control.
INDUSTRY-RECOGNIZED CREDENTIALS
The ATSSA Flagger Certification is recognized across the roadway safety and construction industries. This course helps workers demonstrate their understanding of proper flagging procedures, required safety equipment, and traffic control responsibilities.
With ongoing regulatory, compliance, and industry safety changes, ATSSA requires recertification every 4 years to help certified individuals stay current with the latest standards and techniques needed to protect both the public and workers.
Flagger certification length and standards vary by state. View details by state.
COURSE TOPICS INCLUDE:
FLAGGING FUNDAMENTALS
- Standard flagger control references
- Proper flagging control procedures
- Who the flagger protects
- Work zone safety responsibilities
SAFETY CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT
- Proper flagger clothing
- ANSI visibility requirements
- Flagging equipment
- Warning signs
- Stop/slow paddles
COMMUNICATION AND SIGNALING
- Proper use of the flagger paddle
- Standard hand signals
- Driver communication
- Clear visual commands
TRAFFIC CONTROL PROCEDURES
- Standard flagging practices
- Varying traffic control situations
- Public roadway work zone conditions
- Construction site vehicle movement
EMERGENCY RESPONSE
- Emergency flagging procedures
- Unexpected traffic situations
- Maintaining control during disruptions
- Protecting workers and the public during changing conditions
RECERTIFICATION INFORMATION
ATSSA requires flagger recertification every 4 years to help certified individuals stay current with safety requirements and field practices.
We offer convenient ways to recertify:
- In person at a scheduled course
- Online through the ATSSA training platform
Recertification must be completed before your certification expiration date.
If certification expires before recertification is completed, the participant must retake the training and pay the certification fee to have certification reinstated.
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Invest in your employees’ continuous learning and safety training with our DOT/ATSSA Flagger Certification training.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is this training DOT/ATSSA compliant?
Yes. This course is designed to meet DOT and MUTCD guidelines for traffic safety and provides ATSSA Flagger Certification upon successful completion.
How long is the course?
The DOT/ATSSA Flagger Certification course is 2 hours.
Do participants receive a certification card?
Yes. Upon successful completion, students receive an ATSSA Flagger Certification Card.
What course materials are included?
Course materials include a course workbook and flagger handbook.
Is there a hands-on portion?
Yes. Students participate in classroom instruction, hands-on demonstrations, and a practical evaluation.
How often is recertification required?
ATSSA requires recertification every 4 years. Certification length and standards may vary by state.
What happens if certification expires?
If recertification is not completed before the expiration date, the participant must retake training and pay the certification fee before certification can be reinstated.
“Safe traffic control starts with trained flaggers. Protect your workers, your job site, and the public with proper certification.”