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Flagger Training

Online MUTCD Compliant
Traffic Control Flagger Training

Our 4-hour online course covers the basics of working as a traffic control flagger, as well as information on work zone setup, devices, and other key MUTCD standards.

This training is currently accepted in Connecticut and Wisconsin.

NOTE: This program is not for Washington State flaggers. If you are seeking training for Washington, you must take our in-person course.

COURSE PREVIEW

What’s included:

  • Self-directed online course
  • Knowledge quiz

You will earn:

  • Certificate of completion

Fast and effective

Our course is fun, informative, and can be completed in as little as one day.

Learn at your own pace

Start and stop the course as needed, and your progress will be automatically saved.

Instantly print certificate

Upon completion, you can instantly print your certificate of completion.

Train your whole team

We can set your company up with a unique training portal. Contact us for details.

Federally-compliant MUTCD Flagger training

The content in this course complies with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), which is the federal standard for traffic control. 

This training is valid in the states of Connecticut and Wisconsin.

Note that some states and other jurisdictions have additional guidelines, rules, and requirements.

If you are working outside of Connecticut, Evergreen Safety Council makes no guarantee that this course satisfies the requirements for flaggers in your jurisdiction. If you are unsure, check with your supervisor or agency representative. 

If you are seeking to become a flagger in Washington State, you need a separate certification—visit our Washington Flagger page for details.

Interactive and fun

If you want to get a sense of the look and feel of our online flagger training, check out the course demo by clicking the button below.

How our online course compares

Topics covered
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National competitor’s
Flagger clothing and equipment
Flagger signals
Dealing with angry motorists
Flagger placement
Flagger tapers
Buffer space
Intersections
Railroad crossings
Weather-related health hazards and dehydration
Channelizing device types and condition
How to read a TCP
Advance warning sign spacing
Merging, shifting, and shoulder tapers
Calculating number of channelizing devices
Work zone setup and removal
Pedestrian and bike lanes
Sign and lane marking removal

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Connecticut flagger training

Register today and get certified to work as a traffic control flagger! Your certification will be emailed to you upon completion of the course.

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What should I do if I lose my Flagger certification card?

As long as your certification is valid, you may order a replacement card by filling out this form. There is a $20 fee. Note that many of our certification cards are printable, meaning that you receive a PDF copy of your card upon course completion, which you are welcome to print and keep in your wallet. We also recommend saving the PDF on your mobile device.

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How long is a Flagger certification valid for?

Washington and Idaho Flagger certifications are valid for three years.

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Do I need a Driver License to become a Flagger?

You do not need a Driver License. Any form of government-issued ID is acceptable.

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Is the Washington Flagger class offered online?

No, the Washington Flagger class is not offered online. Per Washington State rules, these classes are only offered in person.

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Is there a practice test for Flagger?

No, but you can read through the digital copy of book and try answering the review questions at the end of each chapter. You’ll receive a link to the digital copy of the book with your registration confirmation.

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Can I use a translator in the Washington Flagger class?

You may, but it needs to be someone who is not a close friend or family member. Students must be able to answer the questions on their own.

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What are the physical requirements/demands of a flagger?

Earning your flagger certification is only one of many things you need in order to be able to do the job of a flagger in a work zone. Here are the physical requirements set out by the MUTCD, Section 6D.01:

Because flaggers are responsible for public safety and make the greatest number of contacts with the public of all highway workers, they should be trained in proper traffic control practices and public contact techniques.

Flaggers should be able to satisfactorily demonstrate the following abilities:

A. Ability to receive and communicate specific instructions clearly, firmly, and courteously;
B. Ability to move and maneuver quickly in order to avoid danger from errant vehicles;
C. Ability to control signaling devices (such as paddles and flags) in order to provide clear and positive guidance to drivers approaching a TTC zone in frequently changing situations;
D. Ability to understand and apply proper traffic control practices, sometimes in stressful or emergency situations; and
E. Ability to recognize dangerous traffic situations and warn workers in sufficient time to avoid injury.

Flaggers are usually also required to perform additional work zone duties, so they need to have the following physical abilities:

  • Stand for prolonged periods on uneven surfaces (up to 10 hours)
  • Traverse uneven surfaces and terrain
  • Stoop, kneel, or crouch
  • Grasp, push, or pull
  • Hear warnings
  • See dangerous situations
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
  • Receive, understand, and take positive appropriate action based on information/instructions presented verbally and/or in writing

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Do I have to have a photo on my Flagger card?

No, you do not need to have a photo on your card. Washington and Idaho Flagger cards are designed to be valid with a government-issued photo ID (such as a state ID card or Driver License).

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What is the minimum age for Flaggers?

You must be at least 18 years of age to operate as a flagger.

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Can I use my Washington, Oregon, or Idaho Flagger card in other states?

Washington, Oregon, and Idaho State Flagger cards are accepted in the states of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana for Department of Transportation projects.

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