objectivesRoad 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.
descriptionThis 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.
You must score at least 70% to pass this OSHA training. You will be given up to THREE opportunities to pass the quizzes and final exam.
Failure to pass quizzes and the final exam will result in being locked out of this online training program, but the learner can repurchase and start back from the beginning.
Upon completing this Work Zone Traffic Control For Construction and the accompanying survey, you will receive an OSHA card from the provider of this OSHA training on behalf of the Department of Labor.
Students who successfully complete the program will receive a completion card issued by the U.S. Department of Labor.
YOU MUST COMPLETE THE SURVEY AT THE END OF THIS TRAINING TO RECEIVE YOUR DOL CARD
outline1. Introduction To Workzone Traffic..
Workzone Traffic Safety
Threats to Life and Limb
Anticipate Hazards
Highway Workzone Hazards
Standards and Regulations
OSHA Regulations
State and Local Agencies Standards/Regulations
2. FFundamentals of Workzone Safety
Fundamentals of Workzone Safety
For Drivers’ Sakes
Quality Assurance
3. Traffic Control Plan
Traffic Control Plan
Public Needs
Safety Tip
Planning for Pedestrians
Safety Tips: Planning for Pedestrians
4. Workzone Design
Design of Work Zones
Advance Warning Area
Transition Area
Buffer Zone
Termination Area
5. Basic Traffic Controls
Basic Traffic Controls
Engineering Controls
Administrative Controls
Permanent Traffic Control
Temporary Traffic Control
6. Highway Traffic Engineeing ...
Highway Traffic Controls: Engineering
Exceptions to Lane Closures
Shoulder Closures
Traffic Control Plan Safety Tip
7. Highway Traffic Administrati...
Administrative/Work Practice
Neat and Orderly Workzone
Warning Systems
Warning Systems: Barricades
Other Warning Devices
Warning Systems: Speed Limits
Warning Systems: Lookouts
Facing Traffic: Employees on Foot
Warning Systems: Signs
Avoid Unnecessary Signs
Warning Systems: Flashing Arrow
Flashing - Rotating Amber Lights
Parking
Traffic Control Devices
8. Protective Vehicles And Equal..
Protective Equipment
Truck-Mounted Crash Cushions
Protective Vehicles
Advanced Warning Vehicle
Barrier Vehicle
Shadow Vehicle
PPE
9. Special Considerations
Special Considerations
Flagging
Flagger Qualifications
Hand Signaling Devices
Flagger Stations
Effective Traffic Control
Law Enforcement Officers
Night Work
Crews Working Across from One Another
Training
10. Supervisor Checklist
Supervisor Checklist
11. Summary
Summary of Key Points
Key Points
The Law: Get To Know It
Benefits Upon completion of Work Zone Traffic Control for Construction, students are prepared with the skills to maintain a safe, smooth flow of traffic on and near road construction sites. You will gain familiarity with essential traffic control devices and PPE, as well as important relationships with coordinating agencies to promote safer highways and worksites.