ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor Study
Questions and Answers California Flagger
Certification Exam
Question 1
If you get tired when working as a flagger, you should...
Correct Answer
Tell your supervisor and ask for a break
Question 2
How many cones are required at the flagger station?
Correct Answer
3
Question 3
So they can warn other workers, it is a good idea that flaggers carry what?
Correct Answer
Audible devices such as air horns or whistles
Question 4
A good flagger should have what?
Correct Answer
*A sense of responsibility
*Ability to maneuver quickly
*The proper equipment to do the job
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, Question 5
In California, each advance warning sign in each direction of travel must be equipped
with at least WHAT for daytime closures?
Correct Answer
Two 16 inches square orange flags
Question 6
When flaggers are no longer needed, what should happen to signs such as the
flagger symbol sign and the BE PREPARED TO STOP sign?
Correct Answer
They should be covered completely, turned or removed
Question 7
To stop traffic with a STOP/SLOW paddle, you should...
Correct Answer
Face traffic and aim the STOP paddle face toward traffic in a stationary position with
the arm extended horizontally away from the body, and hold the free arm with the
palm of the hand above shoulder level toward approaching traffic
Question 8
On a California State Highway, when flagging, flaggers shall wear as a minimum ANSI
107 Class WHAT high-visibility safety apparel (clothing)?
Correct Answer
3
Question 9
Advance warning signs, such as the symbolic FLAGGER AHEAD sign, are located in the
what?
Correct Answer
Advance warning area
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Questions and Answers California Flagger
Certification Exam
Question 1
If you get tired when working as a flagger, you should...
Correct Answer
Tell your supervisor and ask for a break
Question 2
How many cones are required at the flagger station?
Correct Answer
3
Question 3
So they can warn other workers, it is a good idea that flaggers carry what?
Correct Answer
Audible devices such as air horns or whistles
Question 4
A good flagger should have what?
Correct Answer
*A sense of responsibility
*Ability to maneuver quickly
*The proper equipment to do the job
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, Question 5
In California, each advance warning sign in each direction of travel must be equipped
with at least WHAT for daytime closures?
Correct Answer
Two 16 inches square orange flags
Question 6
When flaggers are no longer needed, what should happen to signs such as the
flagger symbol sign and the BE PREPARED TO STOP sign?
Correct Answer
They should be covered completely, turned or removed
Question 7
To stop traffic with a STOP/SLOW paddle, you should...
Correct Answer
Face traffic and aim the STOP paddle face toward traffic in a stationary position with
the arm extended horizontally away from the body, and hold the free arm with the
palm of the hand above shoulder level toward approaching traffic
Question 8
On a California State Highway, when flagging, flaggers shall wear as a minimum ANSI
107 Class WHAT high-visibility safety apparel (clothing)?
Correct Answer
3
Question 9
Advance warning signs, such as the symbolic FLAGGER AHEAD sign, are located in the
what?
Correct Answer
Advance warning area
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