Flagman/Banksman

Safety within a work zone on a highway is maintained through the actions of a properly trained flagman. The safety of all other workers and the travelling public, while passing through the construction area, depends on the efficient actions of flagman. This course will help you carry out these important duties.

Course Details

Course Description:
Safety within a work zone on a highway is maintained through the actions of a properly trained flagman. The safety of all other workers and the travelling public, while passing through the construction area, depends on the efficient actions of flagman. This course will help you carry out these important duties.

Course Content:
• Importance of Flagman Role 
• Understand the Requirements for Flagging Operations 
• Identify and know how to use Equipment for Flagging
• Learn the types of Signage and its uses
• Basic Communication Procedures
• Work Schedule
• Location in Work Zone
• Flagging to Stop Traffic 
• Flagging to Release Traffic 
• Flagging to Slow Traffic.
• Flagging at Haul Road 
• Identify Intersections 
• Flagging for Pilot Car Operation
• Flagging at Night to Stop Traffic 
• Dos and Don’ts of Flagging