Description
Traffic Control Person
Course Code: TCP-01
This course is designed to provide participants with the basic understanding of traffic control procedures and the uniform requirements for controlling traffic in work zones or roadways. Traffic control is used to protect all workers and motorists through the regulation of traffic flow and stop traffic when needed. Traffic control allows construction work to be completed safely and efficiently.
Training Objectives:
This course is designed to meet and exceed compliance with The Occupational Health and Safety Act, O.Reg. 213/91- Construction Projects (Traffic Control) and Ontario Traffic Manual- Book 7 (Temporary Conditions).
Training Modules Include:
- Use of Traffic Control Persons (TCP)
- Hazards of Traffic Control
- Traffic Control Person Qualifications
- Legislative Requirements for TCP
- TCP Equipment and Signage
- TCP Positioning
- TCP Procedures
- Additional Safety Precautions
Training Evaluation:
Participants will be evaluated over the course of the training through class participation/discussion and a final written evaluation. The written evaluation is completed at the end of the course, participants must receive 75% to be successful.
Record of Training:
1. Documented participation and verifying objectives
2. Registered Participant Training Card
3. Electronic copy of participant training records sent to the employer
4. Certification is valid for three years from date of issue
