Certification Test for Traffic Control Exam 2026/2027 | Comprehensive Study Guide | Exam Review

Certification Test for Traffic Control Exam
2026/2027 | Comprehensive Study Guide |
Exam Review


A flagger should not wear __________ when flagging traffic?
a. Earphones
b. Type 2 safety vest
c. Pants
Red t-shirt - correct answer-a. Earphones


How long should the staff of a stop/slow paddle be, from the ground to the
bottom of the sign?
a. 5'
b. 6'
c. 7'
d. None of the above - correct answer-c. 7'


Where should a flagger stand when he/she is stopping traffic?
a. In the middle of the road
b. within the work area
c. within the taper

, d. On the shoulder - correct answer-d. On the shoulder


Which work zone traffic control sign should installed in advance of a flagging
operation?
a. Utility work ahead
b. Be prepared to stop
c. Flagger ahead
d. One lane road ahead - correct answer-c. Flagger ahead


What factors affect where the flagger stands in relation to the work area?
a. curves
b. Intersections
c. Hills
d. All of the above - correct answer-d. All of the above


STOP/SLOW paddles shall:
a. Say STOP and GO in white letters
b. Be red on both sides
c. Be a maximum of 18 inches wider
d. Be a maximum of 15 inches wide so they can be held easier - correct answer-c.
Be a maximum of 18 inches wider


If a driver ignores your STOP paddle and hand signals, you should:
a. Chase the car down
b. Throw the stop/slow paddle at the vehicle