FLG 521 - QUALIFIED FLAGGER TRAINING
4 HOURS

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This TxDOT-approved training qualifies participants as “Qualified Flaggers” in accordance with Specification Items 7 (Legal Relations and Responsibilities) and 502 (Barricades, Signs, and Traffic Handling). Designed for personnel performing flagging duties on construction and maintenance projects, the course covers key responsibilities and the critical role of safe, effective traffic control.

COURSE CONTENT INCLUDES:
• Participant engagement through hands-on activities
• Temporary traffic control
• Flagger duties and qualifications
• Personal protective equipment
• Hand signaling devices
• Flagger procedures
• Flagger stations
• Setting up a work zone

AUDIENCE: This course is ideal for anyone responsible for performing flagger duties or supervising flagging operations, either directly or indirectly. It also meets the training requirements for individuals seeking certification as escort flaggers under Texas law and Chapter 22 of the Basic Peace Officer Course.

CERTIFICATE: Upon successful completion, participants receive a certificate and a Qualified Flagger wallet card valid for four years, issued by UTA’s Extension and Extended Campus Transportation Training and Development Institute (TTDI).

DIGITAL BADGES: Upon successful course completion, participants will earn a digital badge with Credly. Click here for more details.

SCHEDULING A CONTRACT CLASS:
UTA offers the option to contract with organizations to deliver courses on-site and at a time that suits their schedule. To schedule a contract class, contact our team at 866-906-9190 or pwi@uta.edu.