Traffic Control Person Training (Flagging)

A Flagger, or Traffic Control Person (TCP), is responsible to provide safe traffic control for motorists, pedestrians, and workers.  ProSafe offers the official certification program set by the BC Construction Safety Alliance (BCCSA)

Key Contents

• Roles & responsibilities of TCPs, employers & supervisors

• Regulations & standards, including those set out by the Ministry of Transportation, WorkSafeBC & the Motor Vehicle Act

• Traffic control equipment & devices, including personal protective equipment

• Setting up, maintaining & removing work zones

• Working around equipment

• Basic & advanced traffic control skills

Language

• English (good command of spoken and written English is required)

• It is recommended that participants registering have an English Level greater than or equivalent to Grade 10 English (British Columbia School System)

• Translators are not permitted 

Course Requirements

TCPs should be physically and mentally prepared to do the required work, and should exhibit these characteristics:

• good vision

• good hearing

• alertness and mature judgment

• intelligence and common sense

• pleasant, cooperative disposition

• sense of responsibility for the safety of workers and the public

What to Bring

• Photo identification

• CSA approved steel-toed boots with a minimum 6-inch ankle protection

• High Visible Vest (Must be Class 2)

• Clothing to protect you from the weather

• Work gloves are recommended

• Pen and highlighter

Certificate

To successfully complete the course, the participant must pass both the open book written exam (40 multiple choice & True/False questions)  with a minimum of 80% & the practical evaluation with 100%.

Upon successful completion of the exam, you will be issued a temporary certificate by the invigilator, which is valid for 3 months from date of issue.

The temporary certificate will be followed within 6-8 weeks by a new permanent photo ID card. Records of completion are provided by the BCCSA and are valid for 3 years.