California Flagger Certification Questions with Detailed Verified Answers

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California Flagger Certification
Questions with Detailed Verified
Answers
Question: What equipment is required for a flagger on a California State
Highway (Caltrans) project?
Answer: *Stop/Slow paddle
*Safety glasses and a white hardhat
*High-visibility apparel


Question:
On a California State Highway, when flagging, flaggers shall wear as a
minimum ANSI 107 Class WHAT high-visibility safety apparel (clothing)?
Answer: 3


Question:
If an emergency vehicle, such as an ambulance, is approaching your flagger
station, you should...
Answer: Provide a clear path only if safe


Question:
The preferred flagger location of a flagger working on the closed lane is what?
Answer: On the shoulder in front of the flagger taper


Question:
If you get tired when working as a flagger, you should...

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Answer: Tell your supervisor and ask for a break


Question:
When flagging, flags (as signaling devices) are...
Answer: Limited to emergencies


Question:
What does a "lead flagger" do?
Answer: Controls the flagger activity and takes care of any issues related to
traffic control


Question:
If you encounter a hostile driver, you should...
Answer: Avoid arguing and be as courteous and professional as possible


Question:
Advance warning signs, such as the symbolic FLAGGER AHEAD sign, are
located in the what?
Answer: Advance warning area


Question:
If a crash happens in the line of waiting traffic, you should...
Answer: Stay at your station and continue to control traffic until you receive
instructions from your supervisor or a police officer


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