CA Flagger Flagging Procedures 2

Question 1

When flagging on a two-lane road with alternating one-way traffic, which hand signal tells drivers to STOP?

Accepted Answer

Extend the flag horizontally across the road at arm's length

Answer

To stop traffic, the flagger faces the approaching vehicle and extends the flag horizontally across the road, forming a visual barrier at arm's length.

Question 2

A flagger is working at night. Which of the following is REQUIRED by California regulations?

Accepted Answer

A retroreflective vest visible from 1,000 feet

Answer

Night flagging requires a retroreflective (reflective) vest that meets ANSI Class 2 or 3 standards, visible at a minimum distance of 1,000 feet.

Question 3

What is the flagger's proper position relative to the travel lane when controlling traffic?

Accepted Answer

Standing on the shoulder or as far out of the lane as possible

Answer

Flaggers should stand on the shoulder or as far out of the travel lane as possible to minimize their exposure to moving traffic.

Question 4

A flagger receives an unexpected radio call from the other end while actively stopping a long queue of vehicles. What should the flagger do FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Signal traffic to stop, then answer the radio safely

Answer

The flagger should ensure all traffic is safely stopped before addressing the radio call, never abandoning traffic control duties mid-operation.

Question 5

Under California law, what is the MINIMUM flag size required for daytime flagging operations?

Accepted Answer

24 inches square

Answer

California requires flags used for flagging operations to be at least 24 inches square to ensure adequate visibility to approaching drivers.

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CA Flagger Flagging Procedures 2