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California Traffic Control Technician (TCT) Class

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course is an introduction to the basic principles of temporary work zone traffic control. The one-day training course is designed to instruct the student on the basic fundamentals of temporary traffic control as set forth in accordance with the current California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices referred to in the California Vehicle Code, Section 21400.

The CA MUTCD states,”only individuals who are trained and/or experienced in the principles of traffic control should be assigned that responsibility at work sites.”

This 8-hour course provides the student with the practical knowledge that a Traffic Control Technician needs to properly install and maintain a work zone traffic control system. The student will be instructed when to make traffic control system adjustments and when to reject substandard materials. Although this is not a personal safety course, doing traffic control safely is emphasized. Students are required to complete a 20-question quiz. The answers for each question will be reviewed with the class. Each student will receive a Certificate of Completion acknowledging participation in this comprehensive training course.

PRICING

  • 6+ Students: $225ea (FBA Member) / $250ea (Non-Member)
  • 10+ Students: $200ea (FBA Member) / $225ea (Non-Member)
  • 15+ Students: $175ea (FBA Member) / $200ea (Non-Member)

NOTE:  City/County Certifications for Flagger, Traffic Control Technician (TCT) and Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) are applicable ONLY for work on City/County roads.  Caltrans requires personnel to be certified through a Caltrans Approved course to work on California State roads and highways. The certificates are not interchangeable.

NOTE: There are no refunds for “no-shows”.  A 50% credit towards another class is valid for use up to one (1) year from the class date.

Disclaimer:
Training courses are offered exclusively in English. The California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA MUTCD), Caltrans Standard Plans, Caltrans Standard Specifications, Cal/OSHA Safety Orders, and the California Vehicle Code (CVC) are all published solely in English and serve as the primary source materials for these courses.

Additionally, road signage and Portable Changeable Message Sign (PCMS) messages are presented in English, further emphasizing the necessity for English-language instruction. As such, participants are expected to have a proficient understanding of the English language in order to successfully complete the training.

EACH STUDENT WILL RECEIVE

  • Part 6: California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices—Temporary Traffic Control
  • Caltrans Standard T – Plans for Temporary Control
  • Temporary Pedestrian Route Handbook

EACH STUDENT WILL RECEIVE A “CERTIFICATE OF TRAINING” FOLLOWING SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION TO BE MAILED AFTER THE TRAINING SESSION.

THE FOLLOWING TOPICS ARE COVERED IN THIS COURSE

Part 1 – Introduction
Part 2 – The Traffic Control Technician
Part 3 – Traffic Control Basics
Part 4 – The Elements of a Traffic Control Zone
Part 5 – Signs and Sign Supports
Part 6 – Channelizing Devices
Part 7 – Review – Work Zone Flagging Requirements
Part 8 – 20 Question Quiz (with review in class)

QUALIFIED INSTRUCTION

Gong Wang, P.E.
Transportation Engineer; Former Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) Expert, Caltrans

  • Registered professional engineer with more than 20 years of experience
  • Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) and Flagging instructor at UC Berkeley Tech Transfer Program
  • Technical member of the National Committee on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
  • Expert on TTC for California State DOT (Caltrans)
  • In charge of the Standard Plans and Specifications for TTC Systems
  • Initiated and completed action items in the California Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP)
  • Provides statements and depositions as the most knowledgeable person from Caltrans in legal cases involving work zone traffic incidents.
  • Provided training at MSA, Traffic Control Supervisors Association (TCSA), and American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) State & National Conferences (ATSSA EXPO, etc.).

John S. Jackson
ATTSA Certified Flagger, TCT & Supervisor Trainer; OSHA 30 Certified; First Responder

  • 2010 – Present – Myers & Sons Hi-Way Safety Safety Director
    • ATSSA California Flagging Instructor
    • Certified California Flagger – Caltrans and ATSSA
    • Traffic Control Technician – Caltrans and ATSSA Certified
    • Traffic Control Supervisor – ATSSA Certified
    • OSHA 30 – Certified
    • First Responder – Red Cross
  • 2004 – 2009 – Central Intelligence Agency
    Counter-Terrorism Specialist / Federal Police Officer
    • Federal Law Enforcement Training Center – P.O.S.T. Certificate
    • CIA Post FLETC Training Academy – Certificate
    • OIC Visitor Center Headquarters/Langley – (Officer In-Charge)
    • OPSEC (Overseas Personal Security) – Certification
    • Counter-Terrorism Specialized Training – Classified
    • Edged Weapon Defense – Instructor
    • Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC/Combat Medic) – Certification
    • Quick Reaction Force (QRF) – Certification
    • SEER (Survival Escape Evasion Resistance) Training – Certification
  • 1989 – 2004 – Gavin de Becker Inc. Director of Training
    • Detail Leader / SAIC (Special Agent In-Charge)
    • Defense Tactics – Instructor
    • Firearms – Instructor
    • Chemical Weapons – Instructor
    • Defensive Driving – Instructor
    • Designer and developer of comprehensive security systems for fortune 500 executives
      and 7 of the World’s most influential public figures including Jeff Bezos, Oprah Winfrey
      and the Walt Disney Corporation

Jesse Chapman
Field Safety Manager

  • ATSSA – Flagging Instructor City/County
  • FBA – Flagging Instructor City/County
  • FBA – Traffic Control Technician Instructor City/County
  • FBA – Traffic Control Supervisor Instructor City/County
  • Caltrans Approved Flagging Instructor
  • Caltrans Approved Traffic Control Technician Instructor
  • Caltrans Approved Traffic Control Supervisor Instructor
  • First Aid – Certified
  • CPR – Certified
  • AED – Certified
  • Forklift Instructor
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PROGRAM LENGTH
8 Hours

Includes Certification Document

Meets OSHA requirements.

This course has been reviewed and endorsed by the Flasher Barricade Association.

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We train groups of 6+ at your location or ours.

This course can be combined with Flagger training in a more comprehensive course.

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