Flagging - Knowledge Check:
Questions/Solutions
Which Federal document provides the national standards and
guidelines for flagger control? Right Ans - Manual on
Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
When setting up a temporary traffic control zone, signs (such
as flagger ahead, road work ahead, etc.) should be placed in
the buffer space. Right Ans - False
Why should you refrain from using an arrow board on a one-
lane, two-way road? Right Ans - Because it would direct
traffic to merge into a head-on collision
What is the MINIMUM size requirement of a stop/slow paddle?
Right Ans - 18"x18"
Hardhats are not required by the MUTCD. Right Ans - True
Class __ apparel is recommended for nighttime flagging
operations. Right Ans - 3
Vehicle weight, traffic speed, pedestrians, and weather
conditions are all factors that affect ___________. Right Ans -
Stopping distance
Which of the following is the preferred flagger location?
Right Ans - On the shoulder, at the beginning of the taper
Hills may affect a flagger's location. Right Ans - True
Below are the steps you should take if a driver ignores you.
Please identify the correct order for each action using the
numbered drop-down boxes on the left.
Notify your supervisor
Alert other workers
