Flagger Questions With Complete Solutions (Pass!)
3 Step process for Advanced Warning Area Signs Right Ans - 1st sign:
Attract Attention (Warns)
2nd Sign: tell drivers what lies ahead (informs)
3rd sign: Creates action (directs)
What are the Flagger ABCs Right Ans - 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 Right Ans - 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 ? Right Ans - 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? Right Ans - 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 ? Right Ans - 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? Right Ans - 20 feet
apart with a minimum of 6 devises
When are rumble strips appropriate? Right Ans - 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? Right Ans - • 2 retroflective
bands on top
• 28" minimum
, What is a " Flagger Taper" ? Right Ans - A One Lane, two way traffic
taper
What is a buffer space ? Right Ans - 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 ? Right Ans - Low traffic
volume, good visual sight distance , short work area
What are the 6 flagged operations ? Right Ans - 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 ? Right Ans - •
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? Right Ans - •18" x 18"
•Tall rigid handle for approaching traffic
•Light semi rigid material
•Octagonal shape (8 sides)
What are the requirements for high visibility safety apparel ? Right Ans
- ANSI 107 Class 2 is required for daytime and nighttime. Class 3 for
nighttime is recommended
When should you use a red flag? Right Ans - EMERGENCIES ONLY
3 Step process for Advanced Warning Area Signs Right Ans - 1st sign:
Attract Attention (Warns)
2nd Sign: tell drivers what lies ahead (informs)
3rd sign: Creates action (directs)
What are the Flagger ABCs Right Ans - 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 Right Ans - 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 ? Right Ans - 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? Right Ans - 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 ? Right Ans - 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? Right Ans - 20 feet
apart with a minimum of 6 devises
When are rumble strips appropriate? Right Ans - 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? Right Ans - • 2 retroflective
bands on top
• 28" minimum
, What is a " Flagger Taper" ? Right Ans - A One Lane, two way traffic
taper
What is a buffer space ? Right Ans - 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 ? Right Ans - Low traffic
volume, good visual sight distance , short work area
What are the 6 flagged operations ? Right Ans - 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 ? Right Ans - •
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? Right Ans - •18" x 18"
•Tall rigid handle for approaching traffic
•Light semi rigid material
•Octagonal shape (8 sides)
What are the requirements for high visibility safety apparel ? Right Ans
- ANSI 107 Class 2 is required for daytime and nighttime. Class 3 for
nighttime is recommended
When should you use a red flag? Right Ans - EMERGENCIES ONLY
