About this course

Become a trained flagger with this National Flagger Training course. Learn how to safely and effectively direct traffic, use hand signals and flagging devices, identify hazards and respond during emergencies. This 100% online course is fully compliant with OSHA standard 1926.201(a) and conforms to Part 6 of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).

Learning Objectives

  • Explain the importance of flaggers in maintaining safe and healthy roadwork zones
  • Summarize the typical requirements for flagger certification and industry best practices for recertification
  • Demonstrate the proper use of a stop/slow paddle for communicating effectively with motorists
  • List the components of a temporary traffic control (TTC) zone
  • Recognize the essential tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) for flagging operations, including how and when to use them
  • Evaluate a hazardous traffic-control scenario and apply your training to recommend the appropriate corrective action

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$1,656

Course outline

10 modules
4 hours to complete
1:54 hours of video lectures
1 practice exam
Module 1 • 3 assignments
The Flagger's Role & Regulatory Framework

We'll introduce why the flagger role exists and where their authority comes from — the OSHA → MUTCD Part 6 chain. Then, we'll cover professional conduct, the five 6D.01 abilities, and the SHALL / SHOULD / MAY decoder used to read every later rule.

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Module 2 • 2 assignments
Anatomy of a Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) Zone

We'll learn about the four areas a driver meets in order — advance warning, transition (taper), activity, termination — plus the work / traffic / buffer spaces and why the buffer stays empty. We'll also introduce sign-spacing and sight-distance tables.


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Module 3 • 3 assignments
Flagger Qualifications & High-Visibility Apparel

“If drivers can't see you, nothing else matters.” We'll go over the 6D.01 fitness expectations and the 1926.201(a) apparel mandate, plus telling compliant from non-compliant apparel.


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Module 4 • 2 assignments
Flagger Equipment & Signaling Devices

We'll cover the STOP/SLOW paddle as the primary device — spec'd precisely (octagon, ≥18 in, 6-in letters, retroreflective at night) — the flag as emergency-only, the night flashlight, along with device inspection and care.

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Module 5 • 3 assignments
Flagging Procedures & Signaling Methods

It's time for the core skill: signaling STOP, PROCEED, and SLOW/ALERT with exact arm and paddle positions, and we'll cover why bare hand signals are prohibited.

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Module 6 • 2 assignments
Flagger Stations & Positioning

Where you stand determines whether you go home. We'll cover locating the station for stopping sight distance, why you always have an escape route, the importance of standing alone and visible, advance-warning signs, and night illumination.

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Module 7 • 3 assignments
Controlling One-Lane, Two-Way Traffic

Let's dive into the highest-stakes coordination task — one lane, both directions. We'll cover the flagger method (one at each end, one coordinator), plus flag-transfer, pilot-car, temporary-signal and STOP/YIELD awareness. Finally, we'll talk about queues and emergency vehicles.


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Module 8 • 2 assignments
Hazard Recognition, Emergencies & Personal Safety

The zone is never static — how to spot developing hazards, night and adverse-weather work, errant/aggressive drivers, emergencies, and personal wellness. Finally, we'll close with the employer's hazard-assessment duty.

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Module 9 • 3 assignments
Professional Perspectives: Safety Consultant Insights

In this module, you'll hear from Jacob Krigbaum, owner of Proven Solutions Corporation, a safety and compliance company that works across construction, manufacturing, agriculture, maritime, and more than a dozen other industries. Jacob holds over 96 safety-related certifications and has spent years helping companies build training programs that actually change behavior on-site, not just meet minimum requirements.

Because Jacob works across so many industries, he brings a broader perspective on flagger safety than someone working in a single field. In this video, he shares what he's observed about flagger and traffic control risks across different work environments, and where he sees companies get training right, or fall short in practice.

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Conclusion • 2 assignments
Feedback and Additional Resources

This is our last module but you still have access to the all of course materials for 12 months (1 year), so keep working and you'll be able to complete the course at your own pace. After your year of access expires you can optionally extend access with a HeatSpring Membership. Enjoy the course and keep in touch!

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Author

Jenny Conrardy

Jenny Conrardy is a Journeyman Electrician, NABCEP PVIP Certified, and has been working in the solar industry since 2019.  She is an instructor with the Midwest Renewable Energy Association in Wisconsin, and trained with Solar Energy International in Paonia, CO.  Jenny is a member of Solar for Women & WRISE, and is a advocate for equity in the trades.  With a background...

Frequently asked questions

Full FAQ
How does this course work?
You can begin this online course instantly upon enrollment. This course is delivered entirely online. Pre-order courses are available on launch date. This course is self-paced and you can set your own schedule to complete the materials. You can begin the lecture videos and other course materials as soon as you enroll. After successfully completing the course, you will be able to generate a certificate of completion.
How long do I have access to the materials?
Students get unlimited access to the course materials as soon as they enroll and for one year (365 days) after enrollment. Rewatch videos and review assignments as many times as you want. View updates the instructor makes to the course as the industry advances. Return to your course anytime with online access from anywhere in the world. After the one year of access expires, access can be extended by joining as a HeatSpring member. A single membership extends access to course materials for all past enrollments.
Is there a certificate of completion?
Yes, when you complete this course you are eligible for a certificate of completion from HeatSpring. You can download your certificate as soon as you have completed all of the course requirements. Students can easily share their verified certificates on their LinkedIn profiles using our LinkedIn integration.
Can I register multiple people?
Yes, please visit our For Teams page to get a group discount.
Does National Flagger Training provide an OSHA certificate?
This training fully complies with OSHA standard 1926.201(a). While OSHA requires flaggers on all worksites across the United States to be certified in accordance with the standard of Part 6 of the MUTCD, OSHA does not provide official certification for work zone flaggers.

Your state may require supplemental training or extra application steps. Contact your employer or state department of transportation for additional information about state-specific flagger certification requirements.

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