Work Zone Traffic Control Certification Test

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Question 1 of 27

1. Question

What is the primary purpose of temporary traffic control in work zones?

To increase the comfort of drivers passing through
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To reasonably protect road users and workers while providing orderly movement
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To satisfy the WSDOT Standard Specifications
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To help outline the area where equipment is being used
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Question 2 of 27

2. Question

The MUTCD is approved by Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and recognized as the national standard for traffic control on all public roads.

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Question 3 of 27

3. Question

Responsibilities of the Contractor’s traffic control management does not include

Having current TCS and flagger certifications
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Providing accepted traffic control plans, MUTCD, PROWAG, & Standard Specifications to TCS
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Reviewing TCS’s daily traffic control diary and be aware of field traffic control operations
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Overseeing the convenience, safety, and orderly movement of road users
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Being on site only as needed to satisfy responsibilities
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Question 4 of 27

4. Question

Washington Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) and Flagger certification requirements are?

Both TCS and Flagging cards from Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana are accepted
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Only TCS and Flagging cards from Washington are accepted
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Only Washington TCS cards and Flagging cards from Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana are accepted
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None of the above
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Question 5 of 27

5. Question

Work Zone Clear Zone

Is a distance based on the posted speed limit and measured from the edge line
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Is applicable during working and nonworking hours to Contractor’s temporary roadside objects only, not preexisting conditions or permanent work
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Requires trailer-mounted devices (such as a PCMS) to be removed from shoulder or placed behind guardrail or barrier during nonworking hours
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All of the above
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Question 6 of 27

6. Question

According to WSDOT Specifications, drop-offs exceeding 0.20 foot require more than just warning signs alerting motorists of the pavement condition

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Question 7 of 27

7. Question

If an intersection is signalized, the traffic signal must be either shut off or placed in all- way red flashing mode when traffic is flagger-controlled.

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Question 8 of 27

8. Question

Per Standard Specifications, construction signs

Are only required to be reflective when used at night
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Are Class B when used for “Do Not Pass” and “Pass With Care” signing due to centerline pavement markings obliteration
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May be roll-up fabric signs on Construction projects
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Class B may be used continuously for up to 7 days on temporary mounting of 1 to 5 feet
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Question 9 of 27

9. Question

When an Engineer determines a traffic control device condition is “unacceptable”, the TCS shall:

Immediately remove and replace the sign or device
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Inform the Contractor’s Traffic Control Manager to order new a sign or device
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Remove and replace the sign or device within 12 hours
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Remove and replace the sign or device within 24 hours
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Question 10 of 27

10. Question

When used, a Portable Changeable Message Sign (PCMS) shall:

Be delineated with channelization devices
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Be placed behind barrier or guardrail when practical
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Provide 2 feet of lateral clearance to edge of traveled lane
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All of the above
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Question 11 of 27

11. Question

Temporary traffic control device quality is determined using the Quality Guidelines for Temporary Traffic Control Devices and the Engineer’s decision is final per the Standard Specifications.

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Question 12 of 27

12. Question

When closing one or more lanes of a freeway or multi-lane roadway 45 mph or higher, a transportable attenuator is required to protect the workers during installation and removal.

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Question 13 of 27

13. Question

Flaggers are responsible for the safety of _____?

Road users
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Workers
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Themselves
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All of the above
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Question 14 of 27

14. Question

When choosing the location of a flagger station you should choose a location that provides you with _____?

Shade
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An escape route
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Parking for your vehicle
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A place to sit
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Question 15 of 27

15. Question

The “Traffic Control Zone” consists of four areas called _____.

Advance warning area, transition area, activity area and termination area
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Shoulder taper, shifting taper, work space and downstream taper
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Advance warning signs, flagging station, work space and downstream area
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Question 16 of 27

16. Question

The definition of the hours of darkness means:

One hour before sunset to one hour after sunrise
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½ hour before sunset to one hour after sunrise
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½ hour before sunset to ½ hour after sunrise
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½ hour after sunset to ½ hour before sunrise
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Question 17 of 27

17. Question

Flagging on freeways and expressways is an accepted practice.

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Question 18 of 27

18. Question

If the work zone includes or uses grooved pavement, abrupt lane edges, steel plates, or gravel or earth surfaces, the work zone must post signs stating the condition, and by current Washington State law, what additional warning sign is required?

Motorcycles Use Extreme Caution
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Rough Road
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Flagger Symbol
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Welcome to Washington
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Question 19 of 27

19. Question

The personal protective equipment (PPE) that is a requirement for flagging during hours of darkness are:

Boots, t-shirt, and a hard hat
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Sturdy work boots, long pants, t-shirt, hi-vis apparel, and a hard hat
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Sturdy work boots, ANSI/ISEA 107-2004 or newer Class 3 ensemble, and a hard hat with 12 square inches of retroreflective material.
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Boots, long pants, long sleeved shirt, safety glasses and ANSI hi-vis apparel.
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Question 20 of 27

20. Question

When preparing for pedestrian considerations, the following should be considered:

Must meet the requirements set in the Americans with Disabilities Act
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Pedestrians should not be led into the paths of work site vehicles, equipment or operations
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Pedestrians should be provided with a safe, convenient travel path that is as similar as possible to a good, well-built sidewalk or footpath
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All of the above
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Question 21 of 27

21. Question

When removing (taking down) a temporary traffic control zone, it is typically removed:

From North to South
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From East to West
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Against the flow of traffic
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With the flow of traffic
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Question 22 of 27

22. Question

Long Term duration work is work that:

Lasts longer than one hour
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Lasts up to one hour
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Lasts more than three days
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Lasts more than seven days
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Question 23 of 27

23. Question

When closing a lane on a multi-lane highway, where should you place the arrow board?

At the end of the closure
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In the middle of the taper
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At the end of the taper
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On the shoulder, at the beginning of the taper
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Question 24 of 27

24. Question

What is the current crashworthy standard that most devices shall conform to in a temporary traffic control zone?

NCHRP-350
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MASH 2016
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ANSI
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ASTM
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Question 25 of 27

25. Question

Traffic control signs are categorized into which three groups?

Advance warning signs, stop/slow paddles, and speed limit signs
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Arrow boards, portable changeable message signs and AFAD’s
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Regulatory, warning and guide
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Diamond, square and octagonal
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Question 26 of 27

26. Question

While actively flagging from a designated flagging station, it is an accepted practice to leave to go set up signs, or assist with the establishment of additional traffic control features.

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Question 27 of 27

27. Question

While installing traffic control devices, it is important that devices are installed in which direction?

With the traffic that is moving North first
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With the flow of traffic
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Against the flow of traffic
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With the side of traffic that is flowing the fastest
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