TTC for Utility Operations
Welcome!! Temporary Traffic Control for Utility Operations Training Course
Course Objectives After
completing this course you should be able to: Apply workable concepts, techniques and practices in the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices during utility operations Make utility operations safer for workers, motorists and pedestrians
Course Schedule Introduction to TTC for Utility Operations TTC Standards and Guidelines Fundamental Principles of TTC Component Parts of a TTC Zone Traffic Control Devices Typical Applications
Course Schedule (cont.) CONCLUSION Review Course Objectives Course Evaluations Exam Adjourn no later than 5PM
TTC for Utility Operations Introduction Standards Fundamental Principles Components Devices Applications
Module Objectives Define
Temporary Traffic Control
(TTC) Quantify the traffic safety problem in the USA
Utility Operations Utility
work takes place on or off the roadway Typically short-term stationary work Occupies a location more than 1 hour but less than 12 hours Can impact traffic safety
TTC for Utility Operations Introduction Standards Fundamental Principles Components Devices Applications
Module Objectives Explain
the importance of standards Discuss Federal and State standards and their relationship Define levels of compliance
The MUTCD Applies to Utility Operations! The needs and control of all road users (motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians within the highway, including persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), Title II, Paragraph 35.130) through a TTC zone shall be an essential part of highway construction, utility work, maintenance operations, and the management of traffic incidents.
TTC for Utility Operations Introduction Standards Fundamental Principles Components Devices Applications
Module Objectives Discuss
the ABCs of utility operations Discuss the seven fundamental principles of TTC Describe their application
Safety should not be compromised!! By
using fewer devices Because the operation will frequently change its location Because of its short duration
During Utility Operations.. It
may take longer to setup the temporary traffic control than to perform the work Workers face hazards The setup may increase motorists’ delay
TTC for Utility Operations Introduction Standards Fundamental Principles Components Devices Applications
Module Objectives Define
temporary traffic control zone Describe its four component parts Describe the requirements of each
Parts of a TTCZ
Termination Area Work Space Buffer Space
Traffic Space
Activity Area
Transition Area Advance Warning Area
Proper taper?
TTC for Utility Operations Introduction Standards Fundamental Principles Components Devices Applications
Module Objectives Define
traffic control devices and their requirements Discuss signs, channelizing devices, arrow panels and pavement markings and their requirements
Sign Mounting for Short Durations Utility Operations Portable
supports
sign
Cones and Pedestrians Cones
should not be used for pedestrian channelization or pedestrian barrier Not detectable by canes unless Visually impaired completely contiguous
TTC for Utility Operations Introduction Standards Fundamental Principles Components Devices Applications
Module Objectives Discuss
the implementation of TTC standards and guidelines in the field Discuss typical applications applicable to utility operations
Follow the 4-step PLAN Method
P REVIEW L AYOUT A NALYZE N AVIGATE
Typical Applications Common to Utility Operations 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Single flagger operations Lane closure on a two-lane road Work beyond the shoulder Work on shoulders Work within an intersection Utility vehicles parked in roadways Pedestrians Clear zones
Course Objectives After
completing this course you should be able to: Apply workable concepts, techniques and practices in the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices during utility operations Make utility operations safer for workers, motorists and pedestrians
Course Schedule Introduction to TTC for Utility Operations TTC Standards and Guidelines Fundamental Principles of TTC Component Parts of a TTC Zone Traffic Control Devices Typical Applications
Course Schedule (cont.) CONCLUSION Review Course Objectives Course Evaluations Exam Adjourn no later than 5PM
TTC for Utility Operations Introduction Standards Fundamental Principles Components Devices Applications
Module Objectives Define
Temporary Traffic Control
(TTC) Quantify the traffic safety problem in the USA
Utility Operations Utility
work takes place on or off the roadway Typically short-term stationary work Occupies a location more than 1 hour but less than 12 hours Can impact traffic safety
TTC for Utility Operations Introduction Standards Fundamental Principles Components Devices Applications
Module Objectives Explain
the importance of standards Discuss Federal and State standards and their relationship Define levels of compliance
The MUTCD Applies to Utility Operations! The needs and control of all road users (motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians within the highway, including persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), Title II, Paragraph 35.130) through a TTC zone shall be an essential part of highway construction, utility work, maintenance operations, and the management of traffic incidents.
TTC for Utility Operations Introduction Standards Fundamental Principles Components Devices Applications
Module Objectives Discuss
the ABCs of utility operations Discuss the seven fundamental principles of TTC Describe their application
Safety should not be compromised!! By
using fewer devices Because the operation will frequently change its location Because of its short duration
During Utility Operations.. It
may take longer to setup the temporary traffic control than to perform the work Workers face hazards The setup may increase motorists’ delay
TTC for Utility Operations Introduction Standards Fundamental Principles Components Devices Applications
Module Objectives Define
temporary traffic control zone Describe its four component parts Describe the requirements of each
Parts of a TTCZ
Termination Area Work Space Buffer Space
Traffic Space
Activity Area
Transition Area Advance Warning Area
Proper taper?
TTC for Utility Operations Introduction Standards Fundamental Principles Components Devices Applications
Module Objectives Define
traffic control devices and their requirements Discuss signs, channelizing devices, arrow panels and pavement markings and their requirements
Sign Mounting for Short Durations Utility Operations Portable
supports
sign
Cones and Pedestrians Cones
should not be used for pedestrian channelization or pedestrian barrier Not detectable by canes unless Visually impaired completely contiguous
TTC for Utility Operations Introduction Standards Fundamental Principles Components Devices Applications
Module Objectives Discuss
the implementation of TTC standards and guidelines in the field Discuss typical applications applicable to utility operations
Follow the 4-step PLAN Method
P REVIEW L AYOUT A NALYZE N AVIGATE
Typical Applications Common to Utility Operations 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Single flagger operations Lane closure on a two-lane road Work beyond the shoulder Work on shoulders Work within an intersection Utility vehicles parked in roadways Pedestrians Clear zones
