Flagger Exam Test 2..docx

Flagger Exam Test 2.

3 Step process for Advanced Warning Area Signs - ANS >> 1st sign: Attract Attention (Warns)
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2nd Sign: tell drivers what lies ahead (informs)
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3rd sign: Creates action (directs)
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What are the Flagger ABCs - ANS >> A-Advanced warning signs must be placed
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B-Be visible and alert at all times
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C-Control Traffic with the proper procedures N N N N N




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




What are the requirements for high visibility safety apparel ? - ANS >> ANSI 107 Class 2 is required
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for daytime and nighttime. Class 3 for nighttime is recommended
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When should you use a red flag? - ANS >> EMERGENCIES ONLY
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Factors that affect stopping distance ? - ANS >> 1.) Traffic volume & traffic speed
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2.) vehicle weight
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3.) cross-traffic movement
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4.) pedestrians and bikes
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5.) type of road
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