TRAFFIC CONTROL TECHNICIAN (CHAP 1-4)
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Imsa stands for? - international municipal signal association
What is imsa mission - educational, non profit organization that promotes the exchange
of ideas and information between members. Providing certifications for safe installation,
operation, and maintenance
Mutcd - manual on uniform traffic control devices
Mutcd requires - the use of high visibility safety apparel by all workers
Traffic control devices - all signs, signals, markings, and other devices used to regulate,
warn, or guide traffic. Places by authority of public agency having jurisdiction
To be effective a traffic control device should meet five basic requirements - -fulfill a
need
-command attention
-convey a clear simple meaning
-command respect from road user
-give adequate time for response
Uniformity - a fundamental objective of the mutcd is to establish a set of uniform traffic
control devices and uniform standards for their use
Uniformity fundamentals objectives of mutcd - - established a set of uniform traffic
control devices
-established a set of uniform standards for the use of these devices
-established a set of standards for shape, color, and legend
What does ttc stand for - temporary traffic control
Ttc provides for continuity of functions such as - - movement of motor vehicle traffic
-movement of bicyclists
-movement of pedestrian traffic
-transit operations (light rail)
-access to properties and utilities
Prompt notification of defects - -timely identification and notifications of any defects
-standard operating procedures to require prompt reporting of any defects
Maintenance records - -adequate records should be kept
, -records are valuable resources during litigation
-records show what was done and when
Included in emergency maintenance records - -who made the complaint
-the time it was received by the dispatcher
-the time it was given to the repair crew
-the time the repair crew responded
-the time the repair was completed
-what trouble was found, including the defects found by maintenance person
-what repairs were made
-what materials were used
Complaints and reports - -failure to respond to complaints can result in a tort claim
-failure to respond in a reasonable period of time can result in a tort claim
-minimize claims through rapid and orderly response to complaints
-minimize claims by maintaining adequate records
Public relations and public information - -may help improve driver performance through
temporary traffic control zones
-such programs have been found to reduce traffic volumes, thus reducing the number of
potential conflicts
Public relations program should contain - -the nature of the work
-the time and duration of its execution
-anticipation effects on traffic
-possible alternate routes and modes of travel
-designated public relations individuals
-press conferences
Public relations program should include - -signing
-advertising
-mailings
-public meetings
-awareness campaign
-maintenance of web site
Each person whose actions affect ttc zone safety should receive - training appropriate
to the job decisions each individual is required to make
Routine inspection - routine inspection of all traffic control devices on a regular basis is
very essential in reducing liability
Traffic control devices purpose - -promote safety by providing orderly/predictable
movement of all traffic
-traffic control devices used to direct/ assist vehicle operations
-provide regulations, warning, and guidance
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Imsa stands for? - international municipal signal association
What is imsa mission - educational, non profit organization that promotes the exchange
of ideas and information between members. Providing certifications for safe installation,
operation, and maintenance
Mutcd - manual on uniform traffic control devices
Mutcd requires - the use of high visibility safety apparel by all workers
Traffic control devices - all signs, signals, markings, and other devices used to regulate,
warn, or guide traffic. Places by authority of public agency having jurisdiction
To be effective a traffic control device should meet five basic requirements - -fulfill a
need
-command attention
-convey a clear simple meaning
-command respect from road user
-give adequate time for response
Uniformity - a fundamental objective of the mutcd is to establish a set of uniform traffic
control devices and uniform standards for their use
Uniformity fundamentals objectives of mutcd - - established a set of uniform traffic
control devices
-established a set of uniform standards for the use of these devices
-established a set of standards for shape, color, and legend
What does ttc stand for - temporary traffic control
Ttc provides for continuity of functions such as - - movement of motor vehicle traffic
-movement of bicyclists
-movement of pedestrian traffic
-transit operations (light rail)
-access to properties and utilities
Prompt notification of defects - -timely identification and notifications of any defects
-standard operating procedures to require prompt reporting of any defects
Maintenance records - -adequate records should be kept
, -records are valuable resources during litigation
-records show what was done and when
Included in emergency maintenance records - -who made the complaint
-the time it was received by the dispatcher
-the time it was given to the repair crew
-the time the repair crew responded
-the time the repair was completed
-what trouble was found, including the defects found by maintenance person
-what repairs were made
-what materials were used
Complaints and reports - -failure to respond to complaints can result in a tort claim
-failure to respond in a reasonable period of time can result in a tort claim
-minimize claims through rapid and orderly response to complaints
-minimize claims by maintaining adequate records
Public relations and public information - -may help improve driver performance through
temporary traffic control zones
-such programs have been found to reduce traffic volumes, thus reducing the number of
potential conflicts
Public relations program should contain - -the nature of the work
-the time and duration of its execution
-anticipation effects on traffic
-possible alternate routes and modes of travel
-designated public relations individuals
-press conferences
Public relations program should include - -signing
-advertising
-mailings
-public meetings
-awareness campaign
-maintenance of web site
Each person whose actions affect ttc zone safety should receive - training appropriate
to the job decisions each individual is required to make
Routine inspection - routine inspection of all traffic control devices on a regular basis is
very essential in reducing liability
Traffic control devices purpose - -promote safety by providing orderly/predictable
movement of all traffic
-traffic control devices used to direct/ assist vehicle operations
-provide regulations, warning, and guidance
