TRAFFIC CONTROL TECHNICIAN
(CHAP 1-4)EXAM CORRECT
, IMSA stands for? - ANSWERSinternational municipal signal association
What is IMSA mission - ANSWERSeducational, non profit organization that promotes
the exchange of ideas and information between members. providing certifications for
safe installation, operation, and maintenance
MUTCD - ANSWERSManual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
MUTCD requires - ANSWERSthe use of high visibility safety apparel by all workers
Traffic control devices - ANSWERSall signs, signals, markings, and other devices used
to regulate, warn, or guide traffic. places by authority of public agency having jurisdiction
to be effective a traffic control device should meet five basic requirements - ANSWERS-
Fulfill a need
-command attention
-convey a clear simple meaning
-command respect from road user
-give adequate time for response
Uniformity - ANSWERSa fundamental objective of the MUTCD is to establish a set of
uniform traffic control devices and uniform standards for their use
uniformity fundamentals objectives of MUTCD - ANSWERS- established a set of
uniform traffic control devices
-established a set of uniform standards for the use of these devices
-established a set of standards for shape, color, and legend
what does TTC stand for - ANSWERStemporary traffic control
TTC provides for continuity of functions such as - ANSWERS- movement of motor
vehicle traffic
-movement of bicyclists
-movement of pedestrian traffic
-transit operations (light rail)
-access to properties and utilities
what is the primary function of TTC - ANSWERSto move vehicles and pedestrians
reasonably safely and efficiently through or around TTC zones while reasonably
protecting on-site workers and equipment
(CHAP 1-4)EXAM CORRECT
, IMSA stands for? - ANSWERSinternational municipal signal association
What is IMSA mission - ANSWERSeducational, non profit organization that promotes
the exchange of ideas and information between members. providing certifications for
safe installation, operation, and maintenance
MUTCD - ANSWERSManual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
MUTCD requires - ANSWERSthe use of high visibility safety apparel by all workers
Traffic control devices - ANSWERSall signs, signals, markings, and other devices used
to regulate, warn, or guide traffic. places by authority of public agency having jurisdiction
to be effective a traffic control device should meet five basic requirements - ANSWERS-
Fulfill a need
-command attention
-convey a clear simple meaning
-command respect from road user
-give adequate time for response
Uniformity - ANSWERSa fundamental objective of the MUTCD is to establish a set of
uniform traffic control devices and uniform standards for their use
uniformity fundamentals objectives of MUTCD - ANSWERS- established a set of
uniform traffic control devices
-established a set of uniform standards for the use of these devices
-established a set of standards for shape, color, and legend
what does TTC stand for - ANSWERStemporary traffic control
TTC provides for continuity of functions such as - ANSWERS- movement of motor
vehicle traffic
-movement of bicyclists
-movement of pedestrian traffic
-transit operations (light rail)
-access to properties and utilities
what is the primary function of TTC - ANSWERSto move vehicles and pedestrians
reasonably safely and efficiently through or around TTC zones while reasonably
protecting on-site workers and equipment
