This course is designed to serve as an introduction/overview on established traffic control guidelines for maintenance activities and other short-term operations. It is intended for field personnel responsible for the planning, selection, application, and operation of short-term work zones. It addresses the needs of a broad audience: maintenance crews, utility crews, construction personnel, state and local agency staff, and any individuals who will work in or near a highway right-of-way. This course meets TxDOT's Special Provision to Item 7 training standard for "Other Work Zone Personnel". (Legal Relations and Responsibilities Sec. 2.6.5.1.4)

COURSE CONTENT INCLUDES :

• Elements of temporary traffic control found within chapter 6 of the "Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices" (TMUTCD)
• Components of a work zone and their respective requirements
• Proper application of devices
• Worker safety
• The use of typical applications most often utilized in short term operations

CERTIFICATE:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a certificate of completion from UTA's Public Works Institute.