Work Zone Traffic Control For Construction

This supervisory level awareness course focuses on designing and protecting workzone traffic operations so as to promote the safety of workers and motorists, as well as maintaining a smooth flow of traffic. The objective of this course is to familiarize you with the hazards, requirements, safe work practices, and controls that will promote safety during construction and highway maintenance activities where you may be exposed to traffic hazards. Topics include Introduction to Workzone Traffic Safety, Fundamentals of Workzone Safety, Traffic Control Plan, Workzone Design, Basic Traffic Controls, HighwayTraffic Engineering Controls, Highway Traffic Administrative/Work Practice Controls, Protective Vehicles and Equipment, Special Considerations and Supervisor Checklist This module is not intended as a legal standard but as a provider of information that will promote jobsite safety. The course is intended for workers and supervisors working on or near highways and should take 40 to 45 minutes to complete.

Include: Certificate of Completion
Duration: 0 hours and 45 minutes
Languages: English
Level: Intermediate

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Road construction and work zone activities often interrupt the normal flow of traffic and require workers to maintain order for on-site vehicles and highway traffic alike. Doing so helps prevent common traffic-related hazards to keep workers, passers-by, and drivers safe while in the work zone. Work Zone Traffic Control for Construction addresses OSHA best practices for work zone traffic management to help employees and employers maintain a safe, compliant construction site. This intermediate-level online course covers the practices, behaviors, and equipment needed to maintain a safe, smooth flow of traffic on and near construction sites. Course topics include: Fundamentals of work zone safety Traffic control plans Work zone design Basic traffic controls Installation and removal of traffic control devices Highway traffic engineering controls Highway traffic administration Work practice controls Personal protective equipment (PPE) for day and night, protective vehicles, and other protective equipment Work zone traffic control supervisor checklist Planning and coordination with relevant agencies, emergency units, and traffic control safety units Students are encouraged to review the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) per OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1926.200 and pursue additional traffic control training courses based on their job duties and responsibilities.

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Who Needs Work Zone Traffic Control For Construction?

Work Zone Traffic Control for Construction is appropriate for all road construction workers and supervisors who work on or near highways and are responsible for traffic control duties.