Flagging for Traffic Control
Training for Traffic Control Certification to Get Started or Career Advancement
Training for Traffic Control Certification to Get Started or Career Advancement
Interested in playing a crucial role in maintaining road safety? The Flagging for Traffic Control program at College of Western Idaho (CWI) is designed for individuals looking to become certified traffic control flaggers. This program offers the essential training required to ensure safety in road construction and maintenance areas.
In this program, you will learn the fundamentals of traffic control, including the use of signaling devices, safety protocols, and effective communication techniques. Our training aligns with industry standards, preparing you for certification as a traffic control flagger. The program is suitable for those seeking to start a career in traffic control or for professionals in construction and road maintenance looking to enhance their skill set.
Traffic Control Basics: Master the principles of traffic control and flagging.
Safety Protocols: Learn about safety measures for road construction and maintenance.
Effective Communication: Develop skills in signaling and communication for traffic management.
Certification Preparation: Prepare for certification as a traffic control flagger.
Career Opportunities: Open up opportunities in construction, road maintenance, and traffic control sectors.
Minimum age requirement to start the program is 18.
Maintain highways, municipal and rural roads, airport runways, and rights-of-way. Duties include patching broken or eroded pavement and repairing guard rails, highway markers, and snow fences. May also mow or clear brush from along road, or plow snow from roadway.
Annual Openings*
Hourly Median Wage*
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Growth (2025 – 2035)*
*Data sourced from Lightcastâ„¢ (2023), a global leader in labor market analytics, and limited to the state of Idaho. Contact CWI Institutional Research for questions regarding this data. Career pathways may require further education beyond CWI.
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