Proper traffic control is essential for keeping construction zones safe for both workers and drivers. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) provide clear laws and standards for traffic control equipment and accident prevention signage.
This one-hour course teaches standardized principles for the most common signs and signals construction workers are likely to encounter on a roadway worksite or building project.
Course Benefits
- 100% Online Education
- Complies with OSHA 1926 Subpart G and MUTCD Regulations
- Fast, Focused Training with Interactive Simulations and Activities
- Download Your Certificate as Soon as You Finish
- Powerful User-Friendly FUSION Training Platform
- Bulk Discounts Available
Who Should Complete This Course?
Many construction sites require traffic management. Even workers who aren't actively involved in flagging or deploying signs and barricades should understand important traffic signs, including:
- Construction laborers
- Road crews
- Utility installers
- Flaggers
- Vehicle operators
- And more
Learning Objectives
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
- List four types of accident prevention signs you are likely to see on a jobsite.
- Describe the general characteristics and placement requirements for nine different types of temporary traffic signs.
- Outline the responsibilities of a certified traffic control flagger.
- Identify the two primary signaling devices for traffic flaggers, as well as when and how to use them.
- Explain the difference between Type I, Type II and Type III barricades.
Testing Requirements
After finishing all lessons, you will be required to pass a 10-question final exam. You must score at least 70% to pass the course.
You may repeat the exam as many times as needed to pass. There is no time limit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this course satisfy OSHA training standards?
Accident-prevention signs and traffic control standards are regulated by OSHA and the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) through the FHWA.
This course covers the OSHA requirements found in 29 CFR 1926 Subpart G. It also discusses elements of the FHWA's Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
This training complies with basic training requirements for traffic control flaggers and the deployment of traffic control devices.
Is this course accepted in my area?
Both 29 CFR 1926 Subpart G and the MUTCD are federal standards that apply to all states and U.S. territories. This training is valid anywhere in the United States.
Your state, local government or employer may have additional training requirements. Contact your employer to find out if you need more sign or signal training.
How long is this training program?
This course lasts approximately one hour. You can start and stop at any time to learn at your own pace.
Will I be a certified flagger after I complete this course?
No. While this course provides valuable safety information and teaches best practices for traffic signaling and flagging, it does not award a flagger certification.
We offer a National Flagger Certification course that qualifies you as a certified flagger (though some states require additional state-specific instruction).
Can I purchase this course for my team members?
Yes. We make it easy for managers and supervisors to train teams of any size on any topic. Supervisors can purchase, assign and track training and even save with our bulk purchase program.
Related Courses
- OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course
- Caught-In/Between Hazards in Construction Environments
- National Flagger Certification Training
- Health Hazards Training for Construction Workers