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Basic Work Zone Traffic Control

When

January 22, 2025

Time

7:45am - 4:00pm EST

Contact Hours

8

Location Online - Course

This hybrid online class will combine both live instruction and independent online work that you will complete during the day.  Independent work will include quizzes, readings, videos and short assignments.  Access to a computer with a webcam (either a camera that is built into your laptop or one that connects via USB), a reliable internet connection and a workspace that is free from distraction and noise will set you up for success.

Description

As traffic volumes increase and the need to repair and improve roadways becomes greater, so does the need to plan, install, and review work zone traffic control to effectively and safely perform the work. Federal requirements now instruct state and local governments to train personnel in work zone traffic control relevant to the job decisions that each individual is required to make. This workshop provides training needed to properly install work zones to perform daily maintenance or short-term operations. Emphasis is placed on the basics of work zone traffic control, focusing on work zone devices and how to effectively install and maintain them. At the conclusion of this workshop, a short open-book written exam will be administered to all attendees. A VDOT-issued training card will be given to each attendee who achieves a passing grade of 80% or higher.

Basic Work Zone Traffic Control is for individuals who have:

  1. Direct responsibility for placement of work zone traffic control devices
  2. Direct responsibility for field maintenance of work zone traffic control devices

Agenda

LEARNING MODULES:

Module 1:  Introduction to work zone references
Module 2:  Liability and risk
Module 3:  WZ Basics: types, duration, component parts
Module 4:  Traffic control devices: signs, channelizing devices, set-up
Module 5:   Making adjustments to work zones
Module 6:  Roles and responsibilities
Module 7:  Flagging operations

Instructor

Bert D’Amico

Bert D’Amico is an Operations Manager for the City of Norfolk – Department of Transit – Division of Transportation – Traffic Operations Center. He has over 21 years of experience working in the transportation industry. Bert is a VDOT-certified instructor for the VDOT Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Work Zone Traffic Control curricula. Bert is certified by the American Traffic and Safety Services Association (ATSSA) as a Traffic Control Supervisor. He also holds VDOT-certifications for Flagger Instructor. In addition, Bert was previously an active member and moderator of the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) over 10 years and held IMSA certifications in Work Zone, Traffic Signal Field Technician Level III, Traffic Signal Bench Technician Level II, Traffic Signal Inspector and Signs & Markings Level I.

Who Should Attend

Individuals involved in maintenance-type activities who have responsibility for placement of and/or maintenance of work zone traffic control devices, including maintenance-level personnel, crew leaders, and public works personnel.

Registration and Payment

The following registration fees cover the session, all course materials and meals:

Local Government: $75.00
State/Federal: $125.00
Private Industry: $300.00

Click here for UVA TTA's general registration information, cancellation policy, and refund policy. UVA TTA accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, MasterCard, and Discover. Credit card information cannot be taken over the phone. Alternatively, after registering you can print out a voucher to send in with your payment. After you have completed the transaction you will receive an automatically generated email confirming registration and payment if applicable. Final confirmation and instructions will be sent out during the week prior to the class date.