Traffic Control
Here are some key points:
Procedures:
Traffic Control Plans
Employers must develop and implement traffic control plans for work zones to ensure the safety of workers and the public.
Signage and Devices
Proper signage and traffic control devices must be used to guide and protect both workers and road users.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Traffic control persons (TCPs) must wear high-visibility clothing and other necessary PPE to be easily seen by drivers.
Positioning and Procedures
TCPs must be positioned in safe locations and follow specific procedures to manage traffic flow effectively.
Training:
Mandatory Training
TCPs must undergo mandatory training that covers the foundational requirements for traffic control in construction and maintenance work zones4.
Regulation Compliance
Training includes understanding and complying with the Ontario Traffic Manual – Temporary Conditions (Book 7) and the OHSA.
Hazard Awareness
Training programs emphasize the identification and mitigation of hazards associated with traffic control.
Certification
Successful completion of the training results in certification, which is required by the Ministry of Transportation.