FLAGGER ATSSA TEST ACTUAL 2026/2027
QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERS
-Gives notice to road and traffic laws or regulations. These signs impose legal obligations and/or
restrictions on all traffic -Generally rectangular (long verticall) -Black lettering, white background -
CORRECT ANSWER: Regulatory Sign
-Gives notice to road users of a situation that might not be readily apparent -Genrally diamond shape (48"
X 48") -Temporary signs are orange with black lettering -Permanent signs are yellow with black lettering -
CORRECT ANSWER: Warning Signs
-Show route destinations, destinations, directions, distances, services, points of interest, or other
geographical information -Rectangular shape (long horizontal) -Temporary signs are orange with black
lettering -Permanent signs are green with white lettering - CORRECT ANSWER: Guide Signs
(2) Document that must be kept on file at each system in reference to traffic control - CORRECT
ANSWER: -MUTCD part 6 -Local/state publications
(3) Types of electric lights used to alert and guide motorists and pedestrians safely around a work site. -
CORRECT ANSWER: -Floodlights -Steady-Burning -Warning
(3) Types of fall protection for unprotected side or edge - CORRECT ANSWER: -Guardrail system (toe
boards for steep roof) -Safety net system -Personal fall arrest system
(3) Types of pavement markings - CORRECT ANSWER: -Paint -Pressure sensitive tape -Raised
pavement markers
(4) Components of personal fall arrest system - CORRECT ANSWER: -Rigged for 6ft free fall max, no
contact with lower surface -Anchor point must support up to 5000 lbs per employee -D-ring attatchment
will be at back, shoulder level -Must be inspected prior to each use
(4) Mandatory parts to passing a pole climbing practical exam - CORRECT ANSWER: -10' Hitchhike -
18' climb -Maneuver around the pole 180 degrees -Trust it and Prove it
(4) Recommended "extra" safety equiptment in truck for adverse weather or rural conditions - CORRECT
ANSWER: -Food -Water -Blanket -Change of clothes
(4) Required fall protection devices for low slope roof greater than 50 ft width - CORRECT ANSWER: -
Guardrail -Safety net -Personal fall arrest system -Warning line
(4) Road Types - CORRECT ANSWER: -Urban Low Speed (25-30 mph) -Urban High Speed (35-40
mph) -Rural (45-55 mph) -Expressway/Freeway (55+ mph)
(4) situations when OSHA requires the use of a 5-point safety harness - CORRECT ANSWER: -Bucket
trucks -Climbing towers -Rooftops -Confined Space
(4) Typical Comcast traffic control devices - CORRECT ANSWER: -Cones -Signs -Vehicle strobe -High
visibility garments
(5) Charectoristics of work shirts used when pole climbing - CORRECT ANSWER: -Long sleeves -100%
cotton -Sleeves buttoned and extended -Use kevlar gloves in lieu of sleeves -Avoid synthetic materials
(5) Components of a pole inspection - CORRECT ANSWER: -FVD -Sound test -Prod test -Visual
inspection -Rocking test
, (5) Conditions under which extra time should be added to the 3 to 4 second rule - CORRECT ANSWER: -
At night -When raining -When towing -When conditions are icy or snowing -When being tailgated
(5) Principles of traffic control devices - CORRECT ANSWER: -Fulfill a need -Command attention -
Convey a clear, simple meaning -Command repect from road users -Give adequate time for proper
response
(5) Steps for ladder handling - CORRECT ANSWER: -Preparation and inspection -Move the ladder -
Ladder setup -Ascending and descending -Finish the job
(6) Pieces of PPE necessary for ladder handling - CORRECT ANSWER: -Climbing or work gloves -Body
belt and safety strap -Climbing boots -Safety Hard hat -Safety glasses -FVD
(7) Benefits of proper flagging - CORRECT ANSWER: -Reduce accidents -Minimize the potential for
injury to Comcast employees and the public -Reduce damage to public and private property -Minimize the
possibility of claims and litigation arising from work zone accidents -Reduce confusion to motorists -
Expidite traffic flow -Improve public image
35.74 + .6215T - 35.75 (V0.16) + .4275T (V0.16) - CORRECT ANSWER: Wind chill formula
A divided highway with full control of access - CORRECT ANSWER: Freeway
A divided highway with partial control of access - CORRECT ANSWER: Expressway
AFAD - CORRECT ANSWER: Automated Flagger Assistance Device
All 4 work zones must conform to these (4) standards - CORRECT ANSWER: -MUTCD -Local -State -
Comcast
All signals, marking, and other devices used to regulate, warn, or guide traffic, placed on, over, or adjacent
to a street, highway, or bikeway by authority of a public agency having jurisdiction. - CORRECT
ANSWER: Traffic Control Devices
An area that seperates road users from the work area or an unsafe area - CORRECT ANSWER: Buffer
spaces
ANSI rating for safety glasses - CORRECT ANSWER: Z87.1-2003
Blue Guide Sign - CORRECT ANSWER: Motorist Services Guidance
Brown Guide Sign - CORRECT ANSWER: Recreational and Cultural Interest
Cancer-causing agent older transformers may contain - CORRECT ANSWER: PCB (polychlorinated
biphenyls)
Condition suggested by excessivly slack or taught lines attatched to pole - CORRECT ANSWER:
Excessive lean
Definition of steep roof - CORRECT ANSWER: A roof having a slope greater than 4:12
Definiton of low slope roof - CORRECT ANSWER: A roof having a slope less than or equal to 4:12
Distance from which class A and C lighting should be visible at night - CORRECT ANSWER: 3000 ft
Distance from which class b lighting should be visible durring the day - CORRECT ANSWER: 1000 ft
QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERS
-Gives notice to road and traffic laws or regulations. These signs impose legal obligations and/or
restrictions on all traffic -Generally rectangular (long verticall) -Black lettering, white background -
CORRECT ANSWER: Regulatory Sign
-Gives notice to road users of a situation that might not be readily apparent -Genrally diamond shape (48"
X 48") -Temporary signs are orange with black lettering -Permanent signs are yellow with black lettering -
CORRECT ANSWER: Warning Signs
-Show route destinations, destinations, directions, distances, services, points of interest, or other
geographical information -Rectangular shape (long horizontal) -Temporary signs are orange with black
lettering -Permanent signs are green with white lettering - CORRECT ANSWER: Guide Signs
(2) Document that must be kept on file at each system in reference to traffic control - CORRECT
ANSWER: -MUTCD part 6 -Local/state publications
(3) Types of electric lights used to alert and guide motorists and pedestrians safely around a work site. -
CORRECT ANSWER: -Floodlights -Steady-Burning -Warning
(3) Types of fall protection for unprotected side or edge - CORRECT ANSWER: -Guardrail system (toe
boards for steep roof) -Safety net system -Personal fall arrest system
(3) Types of pavement markings - CORRECT ANSWER: -Paint -Pressure sensitive tape -Raised
pavement markers
(4) Components of personal fall arrest system - CORRECT ANSWER: -Rigged for 6ft free fall max, no
contact with lower surface -Anchor point must support up to 5000 lbs per employee -D-ring attatchment
will be at back, shoulder level -Must be inspected prior to each use
(4) Mandatory parts to passing a pole climbing practical exam - CORRECT ANSWER: -10' Hitchhike -
18' climb -Maneuver around the pole 180 degrees -Trust it and Prove it
(4) Recommended "extra" safety equiptment in truck for adverse weather or rural conditions - CORRECT
ANSWER: -Food -Water -Blanket -Change of clothes
(4) Required fall protection devices for low slope roof greater than 50 ft width - CORRECT ANSWER: -
Guardrail -Safety net -Personal fall arrest system -Warning line
(4) Road Types - CORRECT ANSWER: -Urban Low Speed (25-30 mph) -Urban High Speed (35-40
mph) -Rural (45-55 mph) -Expressway/Freeway (55+ mph)
(4) situations when OSHA requires the use of a 5-point safety harness - CORRECT ANSWER: -Bucket
trucks -Climbing towers -Rooftops -Confined Space
(4) Typical Comcast traffic control devices - CORRECT ANSWER: -Cones -Signs -Vehicle strobe -High
visibility garments
(5) Charectoristics of work shirts used when pole climbing - CORRECT ANSWER: -Long sleeves -100%
cotton -Sleeves buttoned and extended -Use kevlar gloves in lieu of sleeves -Avoid synthetic materials
(5) Components of a pole inspection - CORRECT ANSWER: -FVD -Sound test -Prod test -Visual
inspection -Rocking test
, (5) Conditions under which extra time should be added to the 3 to 4 second rule - CORRECT ANSWER: -
At night -When raining -When towing -When conditions are icy or snowing -When being tailgated
(5) Principles of traffic control devices - CORRECT ANSWER: -Fulfill a need -Command attention -
Convey a clear, simple meaning -Command repect from road users -Give adequate time for proper
response
(5) Steps for ladder handling - CORRECT ANSWER: -Preparation and inspection -Move the ladder -
Ladder setup -Ascending and descending -Finish the job
(6) Pieces of PPE necessary for ladder handling - CORRECT ANSWER: -Climbing or work gloves -Body
belt and safety strap -Climbing boots -Safety Hard hat -Safety glasses -FVD
(7) Benefits of proper flagging - CORRECT ANSWER: -Reduce accidents -Minimize the potential for
injury to Comcast employees and the public -Reduce damage to public and private property -Minimize the
possibility of claims and litigation arising from work zone accidents -Reduce confusion to motorists -
Expidite traffic flow -Improve public image
35.74 + .6215T - 35.75 (V0.16) + .4275T (V0.16) - CORRECT ANSWER: Wind chill formula
A divided highway with full control of access - CORRECT ANSWER: Freeway
A divided highway with partial control of access - CORRECT ANSWER: Expressway
AFAD - CORRECT ANSWER: Automated Flagger Assistance Device
All 4 work zones must conform to these (4) standards - CORRECT ANSWER: -MUTCD -Local -State -
Comcast
All signals, marking, and other devices used to regulate, warn, or guide traffic, placed on, over, or adjacent
to a street, highway, or bikeway by authority of a public agency having jurisdiction. - CORRECT
ANSWER: Traffic Control Devices
An area that seperates road users from the work area or an unsafe area - CORRECT ANSWER: Buffer
spaces
ANSI rating for safety glasses - CORRECT ANSWER: Z87.1-2003
Blue Guide Sign - CORRECT ANSWER: Motorist Services Guidance
Brown Guide Sign - CORRECT ANSWER: Recreational and Cultural Interest
Cancer-causing agent older transformers may contain - CORRECT ANSWER: PCB (polychlorinated
biphenyls)
Condition suggested by excessivly slack or taught lines attatched to pole - CORRECT ANSWER:
Excessive lean
Definition of steep roof - CORRECT ANSWER: A roof having a slope greater than 4:12
Definiton of low slope roof - CORRECT ANSWER: A roof having a slope less than or equal to 4:12
Distance from which class A and C lighting should be visible at night - CORRECT ANSWER: 3000 ft
Distance from which class b lighting should be visible durring the day - CORRECT ANSWER: 1000 ft
