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Transcript of Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 101 MODULE 10 MODULE 10 Road Ranger Work Zones.
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MODULE 10MODULE 10Road Ranger Work Zones
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Purpose of the CoursePurpose of the Course
To train personnel who may be required to assist motorists and emergency personnel within the highway right-of-way, as part of their Road Ranger Duties.
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Objectives of the CourseObjectives of the Course• To familiarize Road Ranger participants with the
concepts and terminology of setting up a work zone in emergency situations.
• To gain knowledge and understanding of the equipment, techniques and Procedures necessary for the Road Rangers to safely maintain traffic flow using standards from the MUTCD and DS 600 Series Indexes.
• To upgrade the performance of personnel establishing work zones on State and Federal highways.
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FollowFollow
• All WZTC operations and devices must conform to:
• Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for streets and highways (MUTCD)
• Design Standards (DS)
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Basic Safety Principles Basic Safety Principles ● Traffic safety in temporary traffic control
areas should be an integral and high-priority element of every project from planning through design and construction.
● Traffic movement should inhibit as little as possible.
● Drivers and pedestrians should be guided in a clear and positive manner while approaching and traversing the temporary traffic control zone.
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Basic Safety PrinciplesBasic Safety Principles
● To ensure acceptable levels of operation, routine inspection of traffic control devices.
● To maintain a good message with the motoring public, upgrade MOT when materials become availably during the life of the temporary traffic control zone.
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Basic Safety PrinciplesBasic Safety Principles
● The control of traffic in an emergency situation is an essential so all agencies can do their part to open the roads to the motoring public quickly and safely
● Maintaining good public relations is necessary.
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What can we expectWhat can we expect
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Basic Requirements for Traffic Basic Requirements for Traffic Control DevicesControl Devices
• Fulfill a need• Command attention• Convey a clear, simple meaning• Command respect of road users• Give adequate time for proper response
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Qualified Product ListQualified Product List
• Only approved traffic control devices that are listed on the QPL may be used.
• Approval number shall be engraved on the device in a visible location.
• Water – resistant labels may be used
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Function of Traffic Control Function of Traffic Control Devices Devices
• To warn and alert drivers of hazards created by work zone activities.
• To guide and direct drivers and pedestrians safely past the hazards.
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PlacementPlacement
• Channelizing devices must be placed to provide a smooth and gradual transition in moving traffic through the work zone
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TRAFFIC CONES and TUBULAR TRAFFIC CONES and TUBULAR MARKERSMARKERS
• COLOR - Orange shall be the predominant color and should be kept bright and clean for maximum target value.
• USE - Cones and tubular markers are applicable for daytime use. For nighttime use, cones must be reflectorized.
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Traffic ConesTraffic Cones
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Cone SpacingCone Spacing
• Maximum spacing between cones shall be 25 feet (8 paces)
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ConesCones
• Only used when workers are present
• Not to exceed 2 miles or a 12 hour work period
• One person to maintain them
• Reflective collars when used at night
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Arrow PanelsArrow Panels
• USE - Intended to supplement other warning devices.
• Provide additional advance warning• Used for lane closures on high-speed,
high volume multi-lane roadways.• Left indication shall never be displayed on
a lane closure on a two-lane, two-way highway. Only CAUTION mode(s) will be used on these types of highways.
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MODES
– PASS LEFT
– PASS RIGHT
– PASS EITHER SIDE
– CAUTION
Arrow PanelsArrow Panels
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Size:
Panel Type Minimum Size (inches)
Type A 48 X 24
Type B 60 X 30
Type C 96 X 48
Type D Must conform to an arrow
Type A: For use on low-speed urban streets
Type B: For intermediate-speed facilities and for maintenance operations on high speed roadways.
Type C: Intended to be used on high-speed, high volume traffic control projects.
Arrow PanelsArrow Panels
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• Nighttime Use - When Advance Warning Arrow Panels are used at night, the intensity of the flashers shall be reduced.
• Location - For lane closures on multi-lane roadways, an arrow panel should be located on the shoulder at the beginning of the taper. An alternate location is centered in the closed lane behind the taper channelizing devices near the beginning of the taper - if shoulder space is not available.
Arrow PanelsArrow Panels
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IntensityIntensity(Arrow Board Brightness)(Arrow Board Brightness)
• High intensity during the day
• Low intensity during the night
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Warning SignsWarning Signs
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Guide signs generally have a rectangular shape with the long dimension horizontal. The basic color for guide signs is white on green.
At work zones , guide signs may be black on orange to indicate routing changes due to the maintenance activity. Information signs which relate to the work being done and detour route are black legend on an orange background.
Guide SignsGuide Signs
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Road Ranger FlaggingRoad Ranger Flagging
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• Sense of responsibility
• Trained in safe traffic control practices
• Average intelligence
• Good physical condition
• Mental alertness and ability to react in an emergency
• Courteous but firm
• Neat appearance
Flagger - QualificationsFlagger - Qualifications
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TRAFFIC CONTROL OPERATIONTRAFFIC CONTROL OPERATION
• Operations in response to emergencies, varies according to the nature, duration, location of work, type of roadway, speed of traffic, and the potential hazards
• Upgrade MOT when material becomes available during the life of the temporary traffic control zone
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Units of MeasurementUnits of Measurement
• ODOMETER: – 1/10 of a mile on the odometer equals 500 feet
(actual 528). This provides a safety margin of 28 feet each 1/10 of a mile.
• REFLECTIVE PAVEMENT MARKERS [RPM]: – Presently spaced 40 feet apart.– Skip Strip - 40 feet from start to start
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Approaching the SiteApproaching the Site
• Do we have to push?
• Close the shoulder?
• Close the Lane?
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Shoulder Shoulder
• Park 30 to 50 feet behind• Display Caution Mode• Set Cones
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Lane ClosureLane Closure
• Park 30 to 50 feet behind
• Display Arrow in the direction you want traffic to flow.
• Set up cones
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Set-up ScenariosSet-up Scenarios
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Shoulder MOT SetupShoulder MOT Setup
DAV Road Ranger30 ft
25 ft 25 ft 25 ft
10 ft
30 ft
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Upon Arrival - Road Ranger #1Upon Arrival - Road Ranger #1Arrive, Assess, Advise, AssistArrive, Assess, Advise, Assist
Crash Crash Road Ranger30 ft
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Road Ranger #2Road Ranger #2MOT MaintenanceMOT Maintenance
Crash Crash RR #130 ft
RR #2
Law enforcementFire Rescue
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SIRV ARRIVALSIRV ARRIVALMOT UPGRADEMOT UPGRADE
Crash Crash RR #130 ft
RR #2
Law enforcementFire Rescue SIRV
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PROPER SET UPPROPER SET UP
• First sign up
• Last sign down
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So what do we need?So what do we need?
• Vinyl Signs for day or night operations
• Sign Stands
• Traffic wand or reflectorized red flag
• Stop slow paddle
• Some type of flood light for nighttime flagging operation
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Discussion!Discussion!