California Flagger Certification
What equipment is required for a flagger on a California State Highway (Caltrans) project? -
ANSWERS*Stop/Slow paddle
*Safety glasses and a white hardhat
*High-visibility apparel
On a California State Highway, when flagging, flaggers shall wear as a minimum ANSI 107 Class
WHAT high-visibility safety apparel (clothing)? - ANSWERS3
If an emergency vehicle, such as an ambulance, is approaching your flagger station, you
should... - ANSWERSProvide a clear path only if safe
The preferred flagger location of a flagger working on the closed lane is what? - ANSWERSOn
the shoulder in front of the flagger taper
If you get tired when working as a flagger, you should... - ANSWERSTell your supervisor and ask
for a break
When flagging, flags (as signaling devices) are... - ANSWERSLimited to emergencies
What does a "lead flagger" do? - ANSWERSControls the flagger activity and takes care of any
issues related to traffic control
If you encounter a hostile driver, you should... - ANSWERSAvoid arguing and be as courteous
and professional as possible
What equipment is required for a flagger on a California State Highway (Caltrans) project? -
ANSWERS*Stop/Slow paddle
*Safety glasses and a white hardhat
*High-visibility apparel
On a California State Highway, when flagging, flaggers shall wear as a minimum ANSI 107 Class
WHAT high-visibility safety apparel (clothing)? - ANSWERS3
If an emergency vehicle, such as an ambulance, is approaching your flagger station, you
should... - ANSWERSProvide a clear path only if safe
The preferred flagger location of a flagger working on the closed lane is what? - ANSWERSOn
the shoulder in front of the flagger taper
If you get tired when working as a flagger, you should... - ANSWERSTell your supervisor and ask
for a break
When flagging, flags (as signaling devices) are... - ANSWERSLimited to emergencies
What does a "lead flagger" do? - ANSWERSControls the flagger activity and takes care of any
issues related to traffic control
If you encounter a hostile driver, you should... - ANSWERSAvoid arguing and be as courteous
and professional as possible
