MOT Flagging Operations & Procedures 4

Question 1

A flagger's shadow station should ideally be positioned so the flagger can see at least how far in each direction?

Accepted Answer

500 feet

Answer

Flaggers should have a minimum sight distance of 500 feet in both directions to allow adequate response time for approaching vehicles.

Question 2

Which of the following is the correct sequence for transitioning from STOP to SLOW when releasing a queue?

Accepted Answer

Display SLOW, make eye contact, and wave traffic through with the free hand

Answer

The proper release sequence is: display SLOW, establish eye contact, and use the free hand to wave traffic through at a safe pace.

Question 3

What should a flagger do if they experience fatigue or become unable to perform duties safely during a shift?

Accepted Answer

Notify the supervisor so a relief flagger can be assigned

Answer

A fatigued flagger must immediately notify the supervisor so a qualified relief can be assigned — unfit flagging is a serious safety hazard.

Question 4

Which sign is typically used to inform drivers that the flagger-controlled section has ended?

Accepted Answer

END ROAD WORK (G20-2)

Answer

The END ROAD WORK sign (G20-2) is placed at the downstream termination area to signal the end of the temporary traffic control zone.

Question 5

When a pilot car is used, what information must the pilot car operator communicate to the waiting flagger before releasing the next queue?

Accepted Answer

Confirmation that the one-lane section is clear of oncoming traffic

Answer

The pilot car operator must confirm the one-lane section is clear before the opposite flagger releases the next queue of vehicles.

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