616.5 Flagger Control (MUTCD Chapter 6E) - Revision history

Hoskir: /* 616.5.3.4 Single Flagger */ updated per RR3779

2023-09-27T19:51:17Z

616.5.3.4 Single Flagger: updated per RR3779

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 ===616.5.3.4 Single Flagger ===
-There are two different applications for allowing a single flagger for a planned operation (non-emergency):
+A single flagger may be used for short duration operations. During the short duration (60-minute) time period, a single flagger is allowed to close one lane of traffic up to a maximum of 15 minutes. Single flagging operation will have a flagger symbol sign, STOP/SLOW paddle, and a protective vehicle. An example would be a truck depositing material off the edge of the roadway. In this situation, a flagger symbol sign will be installed in advanced of the flagger. The flagger will be positioned between the flagger symbol sign and the protective vehicle. The protective vehicle is placed in advance of the work space. The flagger will stop the traffic in this closed lane while the other lane flows free. When the closed lane is opened again, the flagger allows the traffic to proceed. After stopped traffic is allowed to proceed, the flagger should turn the STOP/SLOW paddle parallel to the flagger so that no message is displayed to either direction of traffic.
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Hoskir: /* 616.5.1 Qualifications for Flaggers (MUTCD 6E.01) */

2023-02-15T15:24:53Z

616.5.1 Qualifications for Flaggers (MUTCD 6E.01)

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	==616.5.1 Qualifications for Flaggers (MUTCD 6E.01)==		==616.5.1 Qualifications for Flaggers (MUTCD 6E.01)==

	'''Standard.''' Except when performed under emergency conditions, workers engaged in flagging operations on the state highway system shall have successfully completed a recognized flagger training course. For MoDOT employees, this requires the successful completion of ~~the of the~~ [~~http~~://~~sharepoint/facilitation/HR/EmployeeDevelopment~~/~~Technical%20Training~~/~~Forms~~/~~AllItems~~.aspx?RootFolder=%2Ffacilitation%2FHR%2FEmployeeDevelopment%2FTechnical%20Training%2FFlagger%20Base%20Line%202016%20%2D%2092021&FolderCTID=0x012000E7ADC37AC2F6724EA9F2DADCE84A898A&View={C74561A4-905B-4977-9C87-9C573F0CA672 Flagger Base Line with 3-2-1 Cone Procedure Training Course] ~~or an approved substitute~~. Flagger re-certification is required every four years. Contract and permit flaggers shall be certified in accordance with [http://www.modot.org/business/standards_and_specs/SpecbookEPG.pdf#page=9 Standard Specifications Section 616.4.3].		'''Standard.''' Except when performed under emergency conditions, workers engaged in flagging operations on the state highway system shall have successfully completed a recognized flagger training course. For MoDOT employees, this requires the successful completion of Flagger Training with course number 24503 and 24503-OJT in [https://lsglm700.learnsoft.com/LSGLM/Login/MODOTlogin.aspx MoDOT U]. Flagger re-certification is required every four years. Contract and permit flaggers shall be certified in accordance with [http://www.modot.org/business/standards_and_specs/SpecbookEPG.pdf#page=9 Standard Specifications Section 616.4.3].

	'''Guidance.''' Because flaggers are responsible for public safety and make the greatest number of contacts with the public of all highway workers, they should be trained in safe traffic control practices and public contact techniques. Flaggers should be able to satisfactorily demonstrate the following abilities:		'''Guidance.''' Because flaggers are responsible for public safety and make the greatest number of contacts with the public of all highway workers, they should be trained in safe traffic control practices and public contact techniques. Flaggers should be able to satisfactorily demonstrate the following abilities:

Smithk: Updated website link (for increased security)

2021-10-22T15:57:46Z

Updated website link (for increased security)

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	:E. Ability to recognize dangerous traffic situations and warn workers in sufficient time to avoid injury.		:E. Ability to recognize dangerous traffic situations and warn workers in sufficient time to avoid injury.

	==616.5.2 [~~http~~://epg.modot.org/files/0/0f/132_8_5_x_11_ROW_PPE.pdf High-Visibility Safety Apparel] (MUTCD 6E.02)==		==616.5.2 [https://epg.modot.org/files/0/0f/132_8_5_x_11_ROW_PPE.pdf High-Visibility Safety Apparel] (MUTCD 6E.02)==

	'''Standard.''' For daytime activities, flaggers shall wear a high visibility hard hat, safety glasses, a Performance Class 3 top OR a Performance Class 2 top, and safety footwear. Hard hats other than high visibility orange or green shall be covered with a high visibility covering. For nighttime activities (nighttime work is defined as beginning one-half hour before sunset to one-half hour after sunrise) flaggers shall wear a high visibility/reflective hard hat, safety glasses, a Performance Class 3 top AND Class E bottoms, OR Performance Class 2 top AND Class E bottoms, and safety footwear. Hard hats shall be reflective or covered with a high visibility covering. All high visibility and retroreflective safety apparel shall be designed to clearly identify the wearer as a person. Contract and permit flaggers shall be in accordance with [http://www.modot.org/business/standards_and_specs/SpecbookEPG.pdf#page=9 Standard Specifications Section 107.4].		'''Standard.''' For daytime activities, flaggers shall wear a high visibility hard hat, safety glasses, a Performance Class 3 top OR a Performance Class 2 top, and safety footwear. Hard hats other than high visibility orange or green shall be covered with a high visibility covering. For nighttime activities (nighttime work is defined as beginning one-half hour before sunset to one-half hour after sunrise) flaggers shall wear a high visibility/reflective hard hat, safety glasses, a Performance Class 3 top AND Class E bottoms, OR Performance Class 2 top AND Class E bottoms, and safety footwear. Hard hats shall be reflective or covered with a high visibility covering. All high visibility and retroreflective safety apparel shall be designed to clearly identify the wearer as a person. Contract and permit flaggers shall be in accordance with [http://www.modot.org/business/standards_and_specs/SpecbookEPG.pdf#page=9 Standard Specifications Section 107.4].

Smithk: Per TS, numerous minor clarifications

2020-08-14T16:06:03Z

Per TS, numerous minor clarifications

Smithk: /* 616.5.3.7 Pilot Vehicle */ Per CR and TR, updated brochure link

2019-06-25T20:14:55Z

616.5.3.7 Pilot Vehicle: Per CR and TR, updated brochure link

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	When a pilot vehicle is used, traffic delays should be limited to 15 minutes. If the wait is longer, inform your supervisor and discuss options to keep the delay time within the 15-minute limit.		When a pilot vehicle is used, traffic delays should be limited to 15 minutes. If the wait is longer, inform your supervisor and discuss options to keep the delay time within the 15-minute limit.

	Prior to use of pilot cars on either Maintenance or Construction projects, a public outreach effort should be made using MoDOT’s [~~http~~://~~sharepoint/support/CR~~/~~Documents~~/~~Pilot20%Car20%Work20%Zones/pilot20%car20%template.pdf~~ “Pilot Car Brochure”]. Contact Community Relations prior to the anticipated work and they will help with brochure and mailing. The brochure contains basic information about how pilot car operations work and gives the public advanced notification about the upcoming work zone. At a minimum, the brochure should be mailed to every property directly along the affected work area. This is important because the private entrances and driveways along the affected work area are not likely to have flagger control and knowing the proper procedures should increase the public and worker safety. Mailing the brochure to properties along side roads to the work area may also be appropriate. The “Pilot Car Brochure” has two places for project specific information. On the front cover there is a place to put a diagram or map showing the project limits to grab the public’s attention and to help convey exactly where the pilot car will be used. On the inside of the brochure there is a box for contact and project specifics.		Prior to use of pilot cars on either Maintenance or Construction projects, a public outreach effort should be made using MoDOT’s [https://www.modot.org/media/20664 “Pilot Car Brochure”]. Contact Community Relations prior to the anticipated work and they will help with brochure and mailing. The brochure contains basic information about how pilot car operations work and gives the public advanced notification about the upcoming work zone. At a minimum, the brochure should be mailed to every property directly along the affected work area. This is important because the private entrances and driveways along the affected work area are not likely to have flagger control and knowing the proper procedures should increase the public and worker safety. Mailing the brochure to properties along side roads to the work area may also be appropriate. The “Pilot Car Brochure” has two places for project specific information. On the front cover there is a place to put a diagram or map showing the project limits to grab the public’s attention and to help convey exactly where the pilot car will be used. On the inside of the brochure there is a box for contact and project specifics.

	==616.5.4 Automated Flagger Assistance Devices (MUTCD 6E.04)==		==616.5.4 Automated Flagger Assistance Devices (MUTCD 6E.04)==

EPGsysop: Per TS, Nat'l Safety Council’s 3-2-1 Cone Procedure implemented for internal ops. Flagger lighting requirements for contract and MoDOT operations increased to 5.0 ft-candles to meet OSHA requirements

2017-08-29T13:29:41Z

Per TS, Nat'l Safety Council’s 3-2-1 Cone Procedure implemented for internal ops. Flagger lighting requirements for contract and MoDOT operations increased to 5.0 ft-candles to meet OSHA requirements

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EPGsysop: /* 616.5.4 Automated Flagger Assistance Devices (MUTCD 6E.04) */ added link

2017-04-14T14:10:20Z

616.5.4 Automated Flagger Assistance Devices (MUTCD 6E.04): added link

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	When used at night, the AFAD location shall be illuminated in accordance with [[#616.5.8 Flagger Stations (MUTCD 6E.08)\|EPG 616.5.8 Flagger Stations]].		When used at night, the AFAD location shall be illuminated in accordance with [[#616.5.8 Flagger Stations (MUTCD 6E.08)\|EPG 616.5.8 Flagger Stations]].

	'''Guidance.''' AFADs should not be used for long-term stationary work (see [[616.7 Type of Temporary Traffic Control Zone Activities (MUTCD 6G)#616.7.2 Work Duration (MUTCD 6G.02)\|EPG 616.7.2]]).		'''Guidance.''' AFADs should not be used for [[616.7 Type of Temporary Traffic Control Zone Activities (MUTCD 6G)#Standard. The five categories\|long-term stationary]] work (see [[616.7 Type of Temporary Traffic Control Zone Activities (MUTCD 6G)#616.7.2 Work Duration (MUTCD 6G.02)\|EPG 616.7.2]]).

	'''Standard.''' Because AFADs are not traffic control signals, they shall not be used as a substitute for or a replacement for a continuously operating temporary traffic control signal as described in [[616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices (MUTCD 6F)#616.6.84 Temporary Traffic Control Signals (MUTCD 6F.84)\|EPG 616.6.84]].		'''Standard.''' Because AFADs are not traffic control signals, they shall not be used as a substitute for or a replacement for a continuously operating temporary traffic control signal as described in [[616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices (MUTCD 6F)#616.6.84 Temporary Traffic Control Signals (MUTCD 6F.84)\|EPG 616.6.84]].

EPGsysop at 19:35, 7 April 2017

2017-04-07T19:35:35Z

Smithk: updated links

2016-03-29T15:30:22Z

updated links

Smithk: /* 616.5.1 Qualifications for Flaggers (MUTCD 6E.01) */ Flagger re-certification is required every four years starting April 2016.

2016-02-25T17:45:01Z

616.5.1 Qualifications for Flaggers (MUTCD 6E.01): Flagger re-certification is required every four years starting April 2016.

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	==616.5.1 Qualifications for Flaggers (MUTCD 6E.01)==		==616.5.1 Qualifications for Flaggers (MUTCD 6E.01)==
	'''Standard.''' Except when performed under emergency conditions, workers engaged in flagging operations on the state highway system shall have successfully completed a recognized flagger training course. For MoDOT employees, this requires the successful completion of the [[616.20 Flagger Training\|Flagger Training Course]] ~~or an approved substitute~~.		'''Standard.''' Except when performed under emergency conditions, workers engaged in flagging operations on the state highway system shall have successfully completed a recognized flagger training course. For MoDOT employees, this requires the successful completion of the [[616.20 Flagger Training\|Flagger Training Course]]. Flagger re-certification is required every four years starting April 2016.

	'''Guidance.''' Because flaggers are responsible for public safety and make the greatest number of contacts with the public of all highway workers, they should be trained in safe traffic control practices and public contact techniques. Flaggers should be able to satisfactorily demonstrate the following abilities:		'''Guidance.''' Because flaggers are responsible for public safety and make the greatest number of contacts with the public of all highway workers, they should be trained in safe traffic control practices and public contact techniques. Flaggers should be able to satisfactorily demonstrate the following abilities:

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	When used at night, the AFAD location shall be illuminated in accordance with [[#616.5.8 Flagger Stations (MUTCD 6E.08)\|EPG 616.5.8 Flagger Stations]].		When used at night, the AFAD location shall be illuminated in accordance with [[#616.5.8 Flagger Stations (MUTCD 6E.08)\|EPG 616.5.8 Flagger Stations]].

	'''Guidance.''' AFADs should not be used for long-term stationary work (see [[616.7 Type of Temporary Traffic Control Zone Activities (MUTCD 6G)#616.7.2 Work Duration (MUTCD 6G.02)\|EPG 616.7.2]]).		'''Guidance.''' AFADs should not be used for [[616.7 Type of Temporary Traffic Control Zone Activities (MUTCD 6G)#Standard. The five categories\|long-term stationary]] work (see [[616.7 Type of Temporary Traffic Control Zone Activities (MUTCD 6G)#616.7.2 Work Duration (MUTCD 6G.02)\|EPG 616.7.2]]).

	'''Standard.''' Because AFADs are not traffic control signals, they shall not be used as a substitute for or a replacement for a continuously operating temporary traffic control signal as described in [[616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices (MUTCD 6F)#616.6.84 Temporary Traffic Control Signals (MUTCD 6F.84)\|EPG 616.6.84]].		'''Standard.''' Because AFADs are not traffic control signals, they shall not be used as a substitute for or a replacement for a continuously operating temporary traffic control signal as described in [[616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices (MUTCD 6F)#616.6.84 Temporary Traffic Control Signals (MUTCD 6F.84)\|EPG 616.6.84]].

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	===616.5.3.2 Flagger Situations===		===616.5.3.2 Flagger Situations===

	~~You, the~~ flagger, should stand either on the shoulder adjacent to the traffic being controlled or, in limited circumstances, in the barricaded lane. In rural areas, ~~your~~ position will normally be on the right shoulder of the roadway and in urban areas, on the right curb. ~~Your~~ location may differ according to conditions, especially on multilane highways and streets. In some locations, to operate effectively, a position may have to be taken on the shoulder opposite the barricaded section. ~~You~~ should only stand in the lane being used by traffic after traffic has stopped. Stand where oncoming traffic can see ~~you~~. Make sure ~~you are~~ visible, not standing where the sun or a shadow makes it hard to see ~~you~~.		The flagger should stand either on the shoulder adjacent to the traffic being controlled or, in limited circumstances, in the barricaded lane. In rural areas, the flagger position will normally be on the right shoulder of the roadway and in urban areas, on the right curb. The flagger location may differ according to conditions, especially on multilane highways and streets. In some locations, to operate effectively, a position may have to be taken on the shoulder opposite the barricaded section. The flagger should only stand in the lane being used by traffic after traffic has stopped. Stand where oncoming traffic can see the flagger. Make sure the flagger is visible, not standing where the sun or a shadow makes it hard to see the flagger.

	===616.5.3.3 Factors That Affect Sight Distances ===		===616.5.3.3 Factors That Affect Sight Distances ===

	~~You~~ should be visible for at least 500 ft. in daytime operations, 1000 ft. for nighttime operations, or more if conditions warrant. What are some ~~of the things~~ that might hide ~~you~~ from the driver’s sight?		The flagger should be visible for at least 500 ft. in daytime operations, 1000 ft. for nighttime operations, or more if conditions warrant. What are some items that might hide the flagger from the driver’s sight?

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	\|'''Note:''' If it’s a minimum value, ~~you~~ can go greater. If it’s a maximum value, ~~you~~ can go less. Use no less than the minimum value and no more than the maximum value.		\|'''Note:''' If it’s a minimum value, the flagger can go greater. If it’s a maximum value, the flagger can go less. Use no less than the minimum value and no more than the maximum value.
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	===616.5.3.6 Advance Flagger ===		===616.5.3.6 Advance Flagger ===

	An advance flagger may be used where there is limited sight distance to the activity area or where long lines of traffic form. The decision to use an advance flagger should be made at the work zone supervisor level. As an advance flagger, ~~you~~ should stop each vehicle as it approaches, inform the driver of the situation ahead, and explain the actions required such as: “fresh oil ahead, drive slowly,” “keep to the right and stay in line,” etc. Where there are long lines of stopped traffic waiting to proceed, the advance flagger should move down the line and inform each driver of the reason for the delay and the approximate length of the delay. Be considerate, alert and avoid unnecessary conversation.		An advance flagger may be used where there is limited sight distance to the activity area or where long lines of traffic form. The decision to use an advance flagger should be made at the work zone supervisor level. As an advance flagger, the flagger should stop each vehicle as it approaches, inform the driver of the situation ahead, and explain the actions required such as: “fresh oil ahead, drive slowly,” “keep to the right and stay in line,” etc. Where there are long lines of stopped traffic waiting to proceed, the advance flagger should move down the line and inform each driver of the reason for the delay and the approximate length of the delay. Be considerate, alert and avoid unnecessary conversation.

	===616.5.3.7 Pilot Vehicle ===		===616.5.3.7 Pilot Vehicle ===
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	'''Workers Safety Considerations'''		'''Workers Safety Considerations'''

	Protect yourself and co-workers! Once ~~you~~ have been selected or assigned ~~your~~ flagger position by ~~your~~ supervisor, look over the area for one or more methods or routes of escape - a place to get to in order to avoid being injured by oncoming vehicles, regardless of the reason.		Protect yourself and co-workers! Once the flagger have been selected or assigned a flagger position by the supervisor, look over the area for one or more methods or routes of escape - a place to get to in order to avoid being injured by oncoming vehicles, regardless of the reason.

	Should ~~you~~ observe a vehicle coming ~~your~~ direction, protect ~~yourself~~ first - THEN warn the crew.		Should the flagger observe a vehicle coming in the flagger’s direction, the flagger should protect themselves first - THEN warn the crew.

	It is a good idea to have an air horn or some type of warning device that can be heard by the crew above construction noise.		It is a good idea to have an air horn or some type of warning device that can be heard by the crew above construction noise.

	Make sure that the crew is aware of ~~your~~ signals and knows what to do when ~~you sound~~ the warning.		Make sure that the crew is aware of the flagger’s signals and knows what to do when the flagger sounds the warning.

	Remember, ~~your~~ job is handling traffic. Do not ~~otherwise~~ assist the work crew, watch construction operations instead of traffic, or engage in any other activity ~~in addition to your duties as a flagger~~.		Remember, the flagger’s job is handling traffic. As the flagger, do not assist the work crew, watch construction operations instead of traffic, or engage in any other activity.

	'''If ~~you need~~ a break, tell ~~your~~ supervisor so that another qualified flagger may relieve ~~you~~.'''		'''If the flagger needs a break, the flagger should tell their supervisor so that another qualified flagger may relieve them. '''

	[[Category:616 Temporary Traffic Control\|616.05]]		[[Category:616 Temporary Traffic Control\|616.05]]

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	'''Standard.''' If flashing lights are used on the STOP face of the paddle, their colors shall be all white or all red. If flashing lights are used on the SLOW face of the paddle, their colors shall be all white or all yellow.		'''Standard.''' If flashing lights are used on the STOP face of the paddle, their colors shall be all white or all red. If flashing lights are used on the SLOW face of the paddle, their colors shall be all white or all yellow.

	If more than eight flashing lights are used, the lights shall be arranged ~~such~~ that they clearly convey the octagonal shape of the STOP face of the paddle and/or the diamond shape of the SLOW face of the paddle.		If more than eight flashing lights are used, the lights shall be arranged so that they clearly convey the octagonal shape of the STOP face of the paddle and/or the diamond shape of the SLOW face of the paddle.

	If flashing lights are used on the STOP/SLOW paddle, the flash rate shall be at least 50, but not more than 60, flashes per minute.		If flashing lights are used on the STOP/SLOW paddle, the flash rate shall be at least 50, but not more than 60, flashes per minute.
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	'''Standard.''' When a flashlight is used for flagging in an emergency situation at night in a non-illuminated flagger station, the flagger shall hold the flashlight in the left hand, shall hold the paddle or flag in the right hand as shown in [[#616.5.7 Flagger Procedures (MUTCD 6E.07)\|Fig. 616.5.7]], and shall use the flashlight in the following manner to control approaching road users:		'''Standard.''' When a flashlight is used for flagging in an emergency situation at night in a non-illuminated flagger station, the flagger shall hold the flashlight in the left hand, shall hold the paddle or flag in the right hand as shown in [[#616.5.7 Flagger Procedures (MUTCD 6E.07)\|Fig. 616.5.7]], and shall use the flashlight in the following manner to control approaching road users:

	:A. To inform road users to stop, the flagger shall hold the flashlight with the left arm extended and pointed down toward the ground, and then shall slowly wave the flashlight in front of the body in a slow arc from left to right ~~such~~ that the arc reaches no farther than 45 degrees from vertical.		:A. To inform road users to stop, the flagger shall hold the flashlight with the left arm extended and pointed down toward the ground, and then shall slowly wave the flashlight in front of the body in a slow arc from left to right so that the arc reaches no farther than 45 degrees from vertical.

	:B. To inform road users to proceed, the flagger shall point the flashlight at the vehicle’s bumper, slowly aim the flashlight toward the open lane, then hold the flashlight in that position. The flagger shall not wave the flashlight.		:B. To inform road users to proceed, the flagger shall point the flashlight at the vehicle’s bumper, slowly aim the flashlight toward the open lane, then hold the flashlight in that position. The flagger shall not wave the flashlight.
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	'''Option.''' The faces of the AFAD’s STOP/SLOW sign may include louvers to improve the stability of the device in windy or other adverse environmental conditions.		'''Option.''' The faces of the AFAD’s STOP/SLOW sign may include louvers to improve the stability of the device in windy or other adverse environmental conditions.

	'''Standard.''' If louvers are used, the louvers shall be designed ~~such~~ that the full sign face is visible to approaching traffic at a distance of 50 ft. or greater.		'''Standard.''' If louvers are used, the louvers shall be designed so that the full sign face is visible to approaching traffic at a distance of 50 ft. or greater.

	'''Guidance.''' The STOP/SLOW AFAD should include a gate arm that descends to a down position across the approach lane of traffic when the STOP face is displayed and then ascends to an upright position when the SLOW face is displayed.		'''Guidance.''' The STOP/SLOW AFAD should include a gate arm that descends to a down position across the approach lane of traffic when the STOP face is displayed and then ascends to an upright position when the SLOW face is displayed.
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	'''Option.''' A GO ON SLOW (R1-8) sign (see Fig. 616.8.10b) may also be displayed to road users approaching the AFAD.		'''Option.''' A GO ON SLOW (R1-8) sign (see Fig. 616.8.10b) may also be displayed to road users approaching the AFAD.

	'''Standard.''' The GO ON SLOW sign, if used, and the WAIT ON STOP sign shall be positioned on the same support structure as the AFAD or immediately adjacent to the AFAD ~~such~~ that they are in the same direct line of view of approaching traffic as the sign faces of the AFAD. Both signs shall have black legends and borders on white backgrounds. Each of these signs shall be rectangular in shape and each shall be at least 24 in. x 30 in. with letters at least 6 in. tall.		'''Standard.''' The GO ON SLOW sign, if used, and the WAIT ON STOP sign shall be positioned on the same support structure as the AFAD or immediately adjacent to the AFAD so that they are in the same direct line of view of approaching traffic as the sign faces of the AFAD. Both signs shall have black legends and borders on white backgrounds. Each of these signs shall be rectangular in shape and each shall be at least 24 in. x 30 in. with letters at least 6 in. tall.

	To inform road users to stop, the AFAD shall display the STOP face and the red or white lights, if used, within the STOP face shall flash or the Stop Beacon shall flash. To inform road users to proceed, the AFAD shall display the SLOW face and the yellow or white lights, if used, within the SLOW face shall flash or the Warning Beacon or the Type B warning lights shall flash.		To inform road users to stop, the AFAD shall display the STOP face and the red or white lights, if used, within the STOP face shall flash or the Stop Beacon shall flash. To inform road users to proceed, the AFAD shall display the SLOW face and the yellow or white lights, if used, within the SLOW face shall flash or the Warning Beacon or the Type B warning lights shall flash.
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	The typical applications will show a distance of the sign spacing, which is greater than the buffer zone.		The typical applications will show a distance of the sign spacing, which is greater than the buffer zone.

	'''Guidance.''' Flagger stations should be located ~~such~~ that an errant vehicle has additional space to stop without entering the work space. The flagger should identify an escape route that can be used to avoid being struck by an errant vehicle.		'''Guidance.''' Flagger stations should be located so that an errant vehicle has additional space to stop without entering the work space. The flagger should identify an escape route that can be used to avoid being struck by an errant vehicle.

	'''Standard.''' Except in emergency situations, flagger stations shall be preceded by an advance warning sign or signs. Except in emergency situations, flagger stations shall be illuminated at night.		'''Standard.''' Except in emergency situations, flagger stations shall be preceded by an advance warning sign or signs. Except in emergency situations, flagger stations shall be illuminated at night.
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	Area lighting illuminates specific areas significant to traffic guidance within the temporary traffic control zone during nighttime hours. Lighting of this nature is required at flagger stations and may be considered at gore areas, transitions, ingress and egress areas, equipment crossings, interarticles, and temporary signals. A minimum intensity of 0.6 footcandles in the specific area is recommended for this type of lighting. Typically, this lighting is provided by a single light on a portable lighting unit or mounted on a temporary pole. As with work lighting, lighting shall be positioned ~~such~~ that it does not cause glare for motorists, spill onto adjacent properties, create shadows or become a safety concern. Flagger stations in operation at night are required to be lit.		Area lighting illuminates specific areas significant to traffic guidance within the temporary traffic control zone during nighttime hours. Lighting of this nature is required at flagger stations and may be considered at gore areas, transitions, ingress and egress areas, equipment crossings, interarticles, and temporary signals. A minimum intensity of 0.6 footcandles in the specific area is recommended for this type of lighting. Typically, this lighting is provided by a single light on a portable lighting unit or mounted on a temporary pole. As with work lighting, lighting shall be positioned so that it does not cause glare for motorists, spill onto adjacent properties, create shadows or become a safety concern. Flagger stations in operation at night are required to be lit.

	'''Workers Safety Considerations'''		'''Workers Safety Considerations'''

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	==616.5.5 STOP/SLOW Automated Flagger Assistance Devices (MUTCD 6E.05)==		==616.5.5 STOP/SLOW Automated Flagger Assistance Devices (MUTCD 6E.05)==

	'''Standard.''' A STOP/SLOW Automated Flagger Assistance Device (AFAD) (see [[#616.5.4 Automated Flagger Assistance Devices (MUTCD 6E.04)\|EPG 616.5.4]]) shall include a STOP/SLOW sign that alternately displays the STOP (R1-1) face and the SLOW (W20-8) face of a STOP/SLOW paddle (see [[616.8 Typical Applications (MUTCD 6H)#Listing of Typical Applications\|Fig. 616.8.10b - MT]]).		'''Standard.''' A STOP/SLOW Automated Flagger Assistance Device (AFAD) (see [[#616.5.4 Automated Flagger Assistance Devices (MUTCD 6E.04)\|EPG 616.5.4]]) shall include a STOP/SLOW sign that alternately displays the STOP (R1-1) face and the SLOW (W20-8) face of a STOP/SLOW paddle (see [[616.8 Typical Applications (MUTCD 6H)#616.8.1 Listing of Typical Applications\|Fig. 616.8.10b - MT]]).

	The AFAD’s STOP/SLOW sign shall have an octagonal shape, shall be fabricated of rigid material, and shall be mounted with the bottom of the sign a minimum of 6 feet above the pavement on an appropriate support. The size of the STOP/SLOW sign shall be at least 36 x 36 inches with letters at least 8 inches high. The background of the STOP face shall be red with white letters and border. The background of the SLOW face shall be diamond shaped and orange with black letters and border. Both faces of the STOP/SLOW sign shall be retroreflectorized.		The AFAD’s STOP/SLOW sign shall have an octagonal shape, shall be fabricated of rigid material, and shall be mounted with the bottom of the sign a minimum of 6 feet above the pavement on an appropriate support. The size of the STOP/SLOW sign shall be at least 36 x 36 inches with letters at least 8 inches high. The background of the STOP face shall be red with white letters and border. The background of the SLOW face shall be diamond shaped and orange with black letters and border. Both faces of the STOP/SLOW sign shall be retroreflectorized.
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	:B. The end of the arm shall reach at least to the center of the lane being controlled.		:B. The end of the arm shall reach at least to the center of the lane being controlled.

	A WAIT ON STOP (R1-7) sign (see [[616.8 Typical Applications (MUTCD 6H)#Listing of Typical Applications\|Fig. 616.8.10b - MT]]) shall be displayed to road users approaching the AFAD.		A WAIT ON STOP (R1-7) sign (see [[616.8 Typical Applications (MUTCD 6H)#616.8.1 Listing of Typical Applications\|Fig. 616.8.10b - MT]]) shall be displayed to road users approaching the AFAD.

	'''Option.''' A GO ON SLOW (R1-8) sign (see Fig. 616.8.10b) may also be displayed to road users approaching the AFAD.		'''Option.''' A GO ON SLOW (R1-8) sign (see Fig. 616.8.10b) may also be displayed to road users approaching the AFAD.
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	==616.5.6 Red/Yellow Lens Automated Flagger Assistance Devices (MUTCD 6E.06)==		==616.5.6 Red/Yellow Lens Automated Flagger Assistance Devices (MUTCD 6E.06)==

	'''Standard.''' A Red/Yellow Lens Automated Flagger Assistance Device (AFAD) (see [[#616.5.4 Automated Flagger Assistance Devices (MUTCD 6E.04)\|EPG 616.5.4]]) shall alternately display a steadily illuminated CIRCULAR RED lens and a flashing CIRCULAR YELLOW lens to control traffic without the need for a flagger in the immediate vicinity of the AFAD or on the roadway (see [[616.8 Typical Applications (MUTCD 6H)#Listing of Typical Applications\|Fig. 616.8.10a - MT]]).		'''Standard.''' A Red/Yellow Lens Automated Flagger Assistance Device (AFAD) (see [[#616.5.4 Automated Flagger Assistance Devices (MUTCD 6E.04)\|EPG 616.5.4]]) shall alternately display a steadily illuminated CIRCULAR RED lens and a flashing CIRCULAR YELLOW lens to control traffic without the need for a flagger in the immediate vicinity of the AFAD or on the roadway (see [[616.8 Typical Applications (MUTCD 6H)#616.8.1 Listing of Typical Applications\|Fig. 616.8.10a - MT]]).

	Red/Yellow Lens AFADs shall have at least one set of CIRCULAR RED and CIRCULAR YELLOW lenses that are 12 inches in diameter. Unless otherwise provided in this article, the lenses and their arrangement, CIRCULAR RED on top and CIRCULAR YELLOW below, shall comply with the applicable provisions for traffic signal indications in [[902.12 Flashing Beacons (MUTCD Chapter 4L)\|EPG 902.12]]. If the set of lenses is post-mounted, the bottom of the housing (including brackets) shall be at least 7 feet above the pavement. If the set of lenses is located over any portion of the highway that can be used by motor vehicles, the bottom of the housing (including brackets) shall be at least 15 ft. above the pavement.		Red/Yellow Lens AFADs shall have at least one set of CIRCULAR RED and CIRCULAR YELLOW lenses that are 12 inches in diameter. Unless otherwise provided in this article, the lenses and their arrangement, CIRCULAR RED on top and CIRCULAR YELLOW below, shall comply with the applicable provisions for traffic signal indications in [[902.12 Flashing Beacons (MUTCD Chapter 4L)\|EPG 902.12]]. If the set of lenses is post-mounted, the bottom of the housing (including brackets) shall be at least 7 feet above the pavement. If the set of lenses is located over any portion of the highway that can be used by motor vehicles, the bottom of the housing (including brackets) shall be at least 15 ft. above the pavement.
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	:B. The end of the arm shall reach at least to the center of the lane being controlled.		:B. The end of the arm shall reach at least to the center of the lane being controlled.

	A Stop Here On Red (R10-6) sign (see [[616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices (MUTCD 6F)#616.6.7 Regulatory Sign Applications (MUTCD 6F.07)\|EPG 616.6.7]]) shall be installed on the right-hand side of the approach at the point at which drivers are expected to stop when the steady CIRCULAR RED lens is illuminated (see [[616.8 Typical Applications (MUTCD 6H)#Listing of Typical Applications\|Fig. 616.8.10a - MT]]).		A Stop Here On Red (R10-6) sign (see [[616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices (MUTCD 6F)#616.6.7 Regulatory Sign Applications (MUTCD 6F.07)\|EPG 616.6.7]]) shall be installed on the right-hand side of the approach at the point at which drivers are expected to stop when the steady CIRCULAR RED lens is illuminated (see [[616.8 Typical Applications (MUTCD 6H)#616.8.1 Listing of Typical Applications\|Fig. 616.8.10a - MT]]).

	To inform road users to stop, the AFAD shall display a steadily illuminated CIRCULAR RED lens and the gate arm shall be in the down position. To inform road users to proceed, the AFAD shall display a flashing CIRCULAR YELLOW lens and the gate arm shall be in the upright position.		To inform road users to stop, the AFAD shall display a steadily illuminated CIRCULAR RED lens and the gate arm shall be in the down position. To inform road users to proceed, the AFAD shall display a flashing CIRCULAR YELLOW lens and the gate arm shall be in the upright position.