Traffic Control Technician

Course Program

Compliance need

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Course Description

This training provides essential knowledge and skills for traffic control technicians, focusing on MUTCD and Massachusetts 701CMR compliance. Participants will learn to implement safe traffic control plans, use traffic control devices effectively, and ensure roadside worker safety.

MUTCD Overview:
Understanding the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards
Key principles for traffic control in work zones
Massachusetts 701CMR Compliance:
Regulations for the use of road flaggers and police details
State-specific requirements for traffic control operations
Roadside Worker Safety:
Rules for life: essential safety practices for roadside workers
Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Traffic Control Devices:
Types of traffic control devices and their functions
Proper placement and maintenance of devices to ensure safety
Traffic Control Device Configurations:
Setting up and managing device configurations for various work zones
Adapting configurations to specific roadwork scenarios
Traffic Control Planning:
Developing and implementing effective traffic control plans
Ensuring safe and efficient traffic flow around work zones

Certifications Obtained Upon Completion

Certificate of Completion for Traffic Control Technician Training

Regulatory Citations

Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) Massachusetts 701CMR: Use of Road Flaggers and Police Details

Additional Notes

This course is ideal for employees with no or limited experience in roadworks and traffic control patterns. Emphasis is placed on compliance, hazard prevention, and fostering a culture of safety in traffic control operations.