Traffic Control Supervisor Course

Duration: 16 Hours

Course Description:

This 16-hour, 2-day Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) course is designed to provide comprehensive training for individuals responsible for supervising traffic control in construction and maintenance work zones. Based on the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), the course ensures that participants gain the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively manage traffic control plans and ensure safety in various traffic environments.

Target Audience:

• Traffic control supervisors
• Construction and maintenance managers
• Safety officers
• Project engineers
• Any personnel involved in planning, implementing, or supervising traffic control in work zones.

Course Objectives:

• Understand the fundamental principles of traffic control as outlined in the California MUTCD.
• Develop and implement effective traffic control plans for construction and maintenance work zones.
• Supervise the setup, maintenance, and removal of traffic control devices.
• Ensure the safety of workers, motorists, and pedestrians in and around work zones.
• Conduct traffic control operations in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Course Outline:

• Classroom Training
  • Introduction to Traffic Control
  • Traffic Control Plans
  • Traffic Control Devices
  • Work Zone Safety
  • Communication and Coordination
  • Legal Responsibilities
• Hands-on Workshop
  • Traffic Control Device Setup
  • Site Assessments
  • Emergency Response
  • Traffic Control Plan Implementation
  • Team Coordination