What to Expect on Flagger Certification Training Day
1. Safety Intro & Site Overview
Ground rules, the day’s agenda, and what crews need to know before instruction begins.
2. Classroom Instruction
Core flagging principles, TCP reading, regulations, and PPE requirements are covered in detail.
3. Hands-On Field Scenarios
Real-world practice: positioning, 3-way communication, lane closures, and low-visibility conditions.
4. Review, Q&A & Certification Test
Crew questions answered, material reviewed, and each participant tested for ATSSA certification.
What Every ATSSA Flagger Certification Session Covers
Work Zone Setup
Proper configuration for lane closures, shoulder work, and intersection control.
Traffic Control Plans
Reading and executing short-term TCPs and MUTCD typicals.
PPE Requirements
Class 2 vs. Class 3, ANSI/ISEA 107 compliance, and condition-specific selection.
3-Way Communication
Clear signaling between flaggers, crew leads, and equipment operators.
Hazard Recognition
Situational awareness, distraction reduction, and real-time risk response.
Flagger Positioning
Proper placement for each work zone type day, night, and low-visibility conditions.