Flagger Exam Questions and Complete
Solutions Graded A+
3 Step process for Advanced Warning Area Signs - Answer: 1st sign: Attract Attention (Warns)
2nd Sign: tell drivers what lies ahead (informs)
3rd sign: Creates action (directs)
What are the Flagger ABCs - Answer: A-Advanced warning signs must be placed
B-Be visible and alert at all times
C-Control Traffic with the proper procedures
Order of Signs for Advance Warning Area - Answer: 1.)warning Sign ( Road work Ahead)
2.)Sign to inform driver what to expect ( One Lane or Distance)
3.) sign that tells motorists what to do ( FLAGGER AHEAD, Flag symbol )
What is a transition Area or Taper ? - Answer: This area follows the advance warning area and is where
the motorist is directed to travel in order to get through the work zone. Usually made up of cones
What is the ideal length of the taper? - Answer: Taper lengths very from 50-100 feet maximum. 50 ft
may be used more towards the lower speeds( see supervisor to verify the proper speed)
When should a sign be removed ? - Answer: Signs shall be removed when they are not applicable. Even
if work is suspended for a short period of time.
What is the required spacing for devises on a taper? - Answer: 20 feet apart with a minimum of 6
devises
When are rumble strips appropriate? - Answer: Required in both directions of traffic, with speeds of
45mph or more and job lasting more than 4 hours
, What are the requirements for Cones? - Answer: • 2 retroflective bands on top
• 28" minimum
What is a " Flagger Taper" ? - Answer: A One Lane, two way traffic taper
What is a buffer space ? - Answer: An empty recovery area between the flagger and work space. length
is determined on stopping sight distance . always empty, highly recommend but sometimes not possible.
When should you use a single flagger operation ? - Answer: Low traffic volume, good visual sight
distance , short work area
What are the 6 flagged operations ? - Answer: 1.) single flagger operation
2.) double flagger operation
3.) pilot car operation
4.) night time flagging operation
5.) one flagger one direction
6.) emergency flagger
What are flagger equipment you should always have ? - Answer: • Stop/slow paddle
• Red flag
• high visibility safety material
• eye protection
• two-way radio
• warning devices ( air horn or whistle)
What is the requirements for stop/slow paddle? - Answer: •18" x 18"
•Tall rigid handle for approaching traffic
•Light semi rigid material
•Octagonal shape (8 sides)
Solutions Graded A+
3 Step process for Advanced Warning Area Signs - Answer: 1st sign: Attract Attention (Warns)
2nd Sign: tell drivers what lies ahead (informs)
3rd sign: Creates action (directs)
What are the Flagger ABCs - Answer: A-Advanced warning signs must be placed
B-Be visible and alert at all times
C-Control Traffic with the proper procedures
Order of Signs for Advance Warning Area - Answer: 1.)warning Sign ( Road work Ahead)
2.)Sign to inform driver what to expect ( One Lane or Distance)
3.) sign that tells motorists what to do ( FLAGGER AHEAD, Flag symbol )
What is a transition Area or Taper ? - Answer: This area follows the advance warning area and is where
the motorist is directed to travel in order to get through the work zone. Usually made up of cones
What is the ideal length of the taper? - Answer: Taper lengths very from 50-100 feet maximum. 50 ft
may be used more towards the lower speeds( see supervisor to verify the proper speed)
When should a sign be removed ? - Answer: Signs shall be removed when they are not applicable. Even
if work is suspended for a short period of time.
What is the required spacing for devises on a taper? - Answer: 20 feet apart with a minimum of 6
devises
When are rumble strips appropriate? - Answer: Required in both directions of traffic, with speeds of
45mph or more and job lasting more than 4 hours
, What are the requirements for Cones? - Answer: • 2 retroflective bands on top
• 28" minimum
What is a " Flagger Taper" ? - Answer: A One Lane, two way traffic taper
What is a buffer space ? - Answer: An empty recovery area between the flagger and work space. length
is determined on stopping sight distance . always empty, highly recommend but sometimes not possible.
When should you use a single flagger operation ? - Answer: Low traffic volume, good visual sight
distance , short work area
What are the 6 flagged operations ? - Answer: 1.) single flagger operation
2.) double flagger operation
3.) pilot car operation
4.) night time flagging operation
5.) one flagger one direction
6.) emergency flagger
What are flagger equipment you should always have ? - Answer: • Stop/slow paddle
• Red flag
• high visibility safety material
• eye protection
• two-way radio
• warning devices ( air horn or whistle)
What is the requirements for stop/slow paddle? - Answer: •18" x 18"
•Tall rigid handle for approaching traffic
•Light semi rigid material
•Octagonal shape (8 sides)
