CT Briefing Work Zone Traffic Control Certification Program Background Purpose Program Training Implementation

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1 CT Briefing Work Zone Traffic Control Certification Program March 10, 2017 Background This initiative was started by the PennDOTAPC Safety Committee to establish a statewide policy that requires a trained individual to oversee the Work Zone Traffic Control (WZTC) on an operation. Purpose The WZTC Certification Program will provide individuals with the knowledge and skills that are required to oversee the planning, installation, maintenance, and removal of WZTC on an operation during lane restrictions and road closures. This will specifically ensure compliance with statewide standards with the goal of improving traffic control safety and consistency in work zones. Program Training There are four entities in the WZTC Certification Program and their roles are provided below: BOMO Oversees the WZTC Certification Program Develop training course materials and structure Identifies a Master Instructor o RFQ identifies on organization with 2-3 instructors Master Instructor Develop training course materials and structure Responsible for training the WZTC Instructors WZTC Instructor Responsible for training the WZTC Specialists Conducts QA evaluations (Department and PTC employees only) WZTC Specialist Trained by the WZTC Instructor Oversees the planning, installation, maintenance, and removal of WZTC on an operation Implementation The program will be implemented in two phases during lane restrictions and road closures: Phase 1 Pilot Program A WZTC Specialist is required on all operations on interstate highways, limited access highways, and Pennsylvania Turnpike highways o Applies to government agencies, contractors, utilities, and all others performing work on these highways (Does not include Department Maintenance or PTC Maintenance) o Required on a project-by-project basis by the Department Compliance: 12 months from the effective date of policy Phase 2 A WZTC Specialist is required on all operations on state highways and Pennsylvania Turnpike highways o Applies to government agencies, contractors, utilities, and all others performing work on these highways Compliance: To be determined based on pilot program evaluation

2 Phase 3 All highways in Pennsylvania o Applies to government agencies, contractors, utilities, and all others performing work on these highways Compliance: To be added upon local government endorsement Operational Requirements The trained individual shall be required to oversee the WZTC on an operation as follows: Short-TermLong-Term Operations Required on the operation to oversee the planning, installation, maintenance, and removal of WZTC. Required to be within 30 miles from the operation when the operation is not in the planning, installation, maintenance, and removal phase. Mobile Operations Required on the operation at all times.

3 Work Zone Traffic Control Certification Program Publication 213 Appendix E Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Bureau of Maintenance and Operations Highway Safety and Traffic Operations Division 1

4 1. Purpose 1.1. Title 75, Chapter 61 and Title 67, Chapter 212 allows the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (Department) the authority and responsibility to create and enforce regulations for Work Zone Traffic Control (WZTC) The WZTC Certification Program will provide individuals with the knowledge and skills that are required to oversee the planning, installation, maintenance, and removal of WZTC on an operation. This will specifically ensure compliance with the Department s Temporary Traffic Control Guidelines (Publication 213), Federal Highway Administration s (FHWA) Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission s (PTC) Standards. 2. Scope 2.1. The Department s Bureau of Maintenance and Operations (BOMO) has established the WZTC Certification Program that requires a trained individual to oversee the planning, installation, maintenance, and removal of WZTC on an operation. The program will apply to federal government agencies, state government agencies, county government agencies, municipal government agencies, contractors, utilities, and others performing construction, maintenance, permit, utility, or any other type of work during lane restrictions on existing state highways and Pennsylvania Turnpike highways The WZTC Certification Program shall be the only training program accepted as meeting the standards for qualifying individuals to oversee the planning, installation, maintenance, and removal of WZTC on an operation within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The individuals possessing a valid certification card from approved WZTC Certification Program training courses, on or after the effective date of this policy, shall be the only individuals approved to oversee the planning, installation, maintenance, and removal of WZTC on an operation BOMO has identified four entities in the WZTC Certification Program: BOMO Master Instructor WZTC Instructor WZTC Specialist Refer to Exhibit 1 for the WZTC Certification Program organizational structure. 3. Objective 3.1. WZTC is an essential function in providing a safe environment in areas where workers and transportation system users compete for common or adjacent areas. Every reasonable effort should be made to reduce the risk of injury to both the worker and the transportation system user in these areas of potential conflicting interest. In order to achieve this goal, it is necessary to properly train individuals who oversee the planning, installation, maintenance, and removal of WZTC on an operation. 2

5 4. Training Requirement 4.1. The WZTC Certification Program will provide individuals with a consistent and continuous education to ensure that Department and PTC standards are followed during the planning, installation, maintenance, and removal of WZTC on an operation WZTC shall not be planned, installed, maintained, or removed on an operation unless overseen by an individual who has satisfactorily completed an approved WZTC Certification Program training course BOMO requires a database of individuals that have successfully complete an approved WZTC Certification Program training course. The database will include: Name Certification Number Certification Issuance Date Certification Expiration Date Certification Status Company Company Address Address Phone Number Course Title Course Start Date Course Location Instructor s Name Instructor s Certification Number If any of the personal contact information of the trained individual changes throughout the certification period, the individual shall notify BOMO immediately Information that will be made available to the public shall include: Name Certification Number Certification Issuance Date Certification Expiration Date Certification Status Company 4.4. Individuals will receive a certification card upon successful completion of a training course. The certification card will be issued by BOMO directly to the individual that completed a training course. The individual shall have possession of the certification card at all times while performing job duties All WZTC Certification Program communication with BOMO shall be through the resource account: RA-PDWZTCCERTPGM@pa.gov 3

6 Exhibit 1: WZTC Certification Program Organizational Structure Entity Administrative Training Quality Assurance Field Work Bureau of Maintenance and Operations (Refer to Section 5) Maintain resources, documentation, and communication Identify the Master Instructor Develop the WZTC Certification Program training materials and training structure Review QA Evaluations Master Instructor (Refer to Section 5) Administer WZTC Instructor Courses to train individuals as WZTC Instructors WZTC Instructor (Refer to Section 5) Maintain documentation and communication Administer WZTC Specialist Courses to train individuals as WZTC Specialists Conduct QA Evaluations Oversee the WZTC on an operation WZTC Specialist (Refer to Section 5) Maintain documentation and communication Oversee the WZTC on an operation 4

7 5. Roles and Responsibilities The Bureau of Maintenance and Operations has identified four entities in the WZTC Certification Program: BOMO Master Instructor WZTC Instructor WZTC Specialist Exhibit 2 provides an overview of each entities roles and responsibilities. Exhibit 2: WZTC Certification Program Roles and Responsibilities Overview Entity Bureau of Maintenance and Operations Oversee the WZTC Certification Program Maintain the WZTC Certification Program webpage Maintain the WZTC Certification Program resource account Maintain documentation of WZTC Instructors, WZTC Specialists, and WZTC Quality Assurance (QA) evaluations in the WZTC Certification Program database Issue WZTC Instructor and WZTC Specialist certification cards Revoke WZTC Instructor and WZTC Specialist certifications cards Identify a Master Instructor Work with the Master Instructor to develop the WZTC Certification Program training materials and structure Notify the Master Instructor and WZTC Instructors of updates to course materials Review the applications of individuals applying to become WZTC Instructors to ensure qualifications Review QA evaluations o PTC will be included during review of Pennsylvania Turnpike QA evaluations Administrative Training Quality Assurance Field Work Master Instructor WZTC Instructor WZTC Specialist Work with BOMO to develop the WZTC Certification Program training materials and structure Administer WZTC Instructor courses Coordinate with BOMO to schedule WZTC Instructor courses Provide each individual attending the WZTC Specialist course with the course materials Carry documentation as a WZTC Instructor Inform BOMO of any changes to personal contact information Communicate with BOMO through the WZTC Certification Program resource account Administer WZTC Specialist courses Schedule WZTC Specialist courses Inform BOMO of scheduled WZTC Specialist courses Review the applications of individuals applying to become WZTC Specialists to ensure qualifications Provide each individual attending the WZTC Specialist course with the course materials Submit the class file of students who successfully pass WZTC Specialist courses to BOMO s resource account. Maintain a class file on each WZTC Specialist course administered for a duration of four years Conduct QA evaluations o Department WZTC Instructors will conduct QA evaluations on state highways o PTC WZTC Instructors will conduct QA evaluations on Pennsylvania Turnpike highways Oversee the planning, installation, maintenance, and removal of WZTC on an operation Carry documentation as a WZTC Specialist Inform BOMO of any changes to personal contact information Communicate with BOMO through the WZTC Certification Program resource account Oversee the planning, installation, maintenance, and removal of WZTC on an operation 5

8 6. Training Courses The Bureau of Maintenance and Operations has established two training courses in the WZTC Certification Program: WZTC Instructor Training Course WZTC Specialist Training Course The following exhibits provide a breakdown of the two training courses: Exhibit 3: Course Administration Exhibit 4: Course Specifications Exhibit 5: Course Content Exhibit 3: WZTC Certification Program Course Administration Content WZTC Instructor Course WZTC Specialist Course Instructor Administered by the Master Instructor. Administered by the WZTC Instructor. Attendees Individuals training to become a WZTC Instructor. Individuals training to become a WZTC Specialist. Scheduling The Master Instructor will coordinate with BOMO to schedule WZTC Instructor courses. The WZTC Instructor will schedule WZTC Specialist courses. The WZTC Instructor shall notify BOMO of a scheduled WZTC Specialist course. The notification shall include the date, time, and location. Application Training Materials Examination Course Documentation Certification Agreement Individuals applying to become a WZTC Instructor shall register for a WZTC Instructor course through the Department s training calendar. Upon registering for the course, individuals shall complete the WZTC Instructor application and submit the application to the WZTC Certification Program resource account. BOMO will review and verify the applications of the individuals applying to become a WZTC Instructor to ensure the individual s qualifications. 6 Individuals applying to become a WZTC Specialist will submit an application to the WZTC Instructor conducting the scheduled course. The WZTC Instructor shall review and verify the applications of the individuals applying to become a WZTC Specialist to ensure that applicants qualify for the scheduled course. Course materials will be updated, as required, by BOMO according to current laws, regulations, and policies. The instructor will obtain the course materials from the WZTC Certification Program website The instructor shall not modify the course materials without approval from BOMO. To ensure the instructors are using the current course materials, BOMO will notify the instructors when updated course materials have been posted to BOMO s WZTC Certification Program website. BOMO will distribute the exam materials to the Master Instructor prior to the scheduled WZTC Instructor course. The Master Instructor will administer the exams. The Master Instructor will forward the exams to BOMO for scoring. Upon the completion of the WZTC Instructor course, the Master Instructor shall submit the class sign-in-sheet and exams to BOMO. BOMO shall maintain a class file of each scheduled WZTC Instructor course. The class file will include the course sign-insheet, applications, course materials, and scored exams. The class file must be retained for 4 years; the length of a WZTC Instructor s certification. Course files may be kept electronically. Certification cards will be issued by BOMO to the individuals that pass the course. Upon successful completion of the course, the WZTC Instructor will be sent a WZTC Instructor agreement which must be signed and returned to the WZTC Certification Program resource account. The Department will distribute the exam materials to the WZTC Instructor prior to the scheduled WZTC Specialist course. The WZTC Instructor will administer the exams The WZTC Instructor will score the exams. Upon the completion of the WZTC Specialist course, the WZTC Instructor shall submit a class list to the Department containing the individuals that passed the course. The list will include the individual s name, certification number (if retraining), company, company address, address, phone number, course title, course start date, course location, instructor s name, and the instructor s certification number. The WZTC Instructor shall maintain a class file of each scheduled WZTC Specialist course. The class file will include the course signin-sheet, applications, course materials, and scored exams. The class file must be retained for 4 years; the length of a WZTC Specialist s certification. Course files may be kept electronically.

9 Exhibit 4: WZTC Certification Program Course Specifications Content WZTC Instructor Course WZTC Specialist Course Instructor Administered by the Master Instructor. Administered by the WZTC Instructor. Attendees Individuals training to become a WZTC Instructor. Individuals training to become a WZTC Specialist. Individuals applying to be a WZTC Instructor shall meet or Individuals applying to be a WZTC Specialist shall meet or exceed exceed the following qualifications: the following qualifications: o 5 years of employment in a position where WZTC is a o 1 year of employment in a position where WZTC is a primary primary responsibility responsibility o 75 hours as a course instructor in the previous two years o Provide 2 references that can verify experience (Experience as a course instructor does not need to be WZTC related) o Provide 3 references that can verify experience Application Complete the WZTC Instructor Application form Complete the WZTC Specialist Application form Qualification Layout Subject Training Materials Examination Certification Recertification Course duration: 3 days Class size: individuals Location: To be determined by the Department WZTC training (Refer to Exhibit 5 for course content) Instructor training (Refer to Exhibit 5 for course content) The following materials are required for the WZTC Instructor course and will be provided by the Master Instructor: o WZTC training presentation o Instructor training presentation o WZTC workshops The following materials are required for the WZTC Instructor course and will not be provided by the Master Instructor: o Publication 213 To be certified as a WZTC Instructor, the individual shall pass the WZTC exam and the instructor exam. The specifications for the exams are as follows: WZTC Exam o Questions: 40 multiple choice o Time Limit: 90 minutes o Passing score: 85% or greater Instructor Exam o Questions: 40 multiple choice o Time Limit: 60 minutes o Passing score: 85% or greater To be certified as a WZTC Instructor, the individual shall satisfy the following requirements: o Complete the WZTC training o Complete the instructor training o Complete the WZTC exam with a passing score o Complete the Instructor exam with a passing score o Comply with BOMO s WZTC Instructor agreement Upon successful completion of the course, the individual will receive a certification card as a WZTC Instructor. o The certification number will have the designation I to indicate that the individual is a WZTC Instructor (e.g. I123456). o If the certification card is lost or damaged, contact BOMO through the WZTC Certification Program resource account for a replacement. Recertification is required every 4 years. To be recertified as a WZTC Instructor, the individual shall satisfy the following requirements: o Complete the WZTC Instructor application o Complete the WZTC training o Complete the instructor training o Complete the WZTC exam with a passing score o Complete the instructor exam with a passing score o Comply with BOMO s WZTC Instructor agreement 7 Course duration: 2 days Class size: Maximum of 30 individuals Location: To be determined by the WZTC Instructor WZTC training (Refer to Exhibit 5 for course content) The following materials are required for the WZTC Specialist course and will be provided by the WZTC Instructor: o WZTC training presentation o WZTC workshops The following materials are required for the WZTC Specialist course and will not be provided by the WZTC Instructor: Publication 213 To be certified as a WZTC Specialist, the individual shall pass the WZTC exam. The specifications for the exam are as follows: o Questions: 40 multiple choice o Time Limit: 90 minutes o Passing score: 85% or greater To be certified as a WZTC Specialist, the individual shall satisfy the following requirements: o Complete the WZTC training o Complete the WZTC exam with a passing score Upon successful completion of the course, the individual will receive a certification card as a WZTC Specialist. o The certification number will have the designation S to indicate that the individual is a WZTC Specialist (e.g. S123456). o If the certification card is lost or damaged, contact BOMO through the WZTC Certification Program resource account for a replacement. Recertification is required every 4 years. To be recertified as a WZTC Specialist, the individual shall satisfy the following requirements: o Complete the WZTC Specialist application o Complete the WZTC training o Complete the WZTC exam with a passing score

10 Exhibit 5: WZTC Certification Program Training Course Content WZTC Training Instructor Training 1. Introduction to Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) and Tort Liability a. Definition of TTC b. Importance of TTC c. Definition of a work zone d. Importance of TTC in a work zone e. Responsibility for TTC devices f. Responsibilities of the WZTC Specialist g. National work zone facts h. Pennsylvania traffic fatalities i. Pennsylvania work zone fatalities j. Common work zone hazards k. Fundamental principles of TTC l. Tort liability 2. Standards and Guidelines a. Importance b. Responsibility c. Federal TTC guidelines d. MUTCD e. State TTC guidelines f. Publication 213: TTC Guidelines g. Publication 212: Official Traffic Control Devices h. Publication 46: Traffic Engineering Manual 3. Component Parts of a TTC Zone a. Advanced warning area b. Transition area c. Activity area d. Buffer space e. Longitudinal buffer space f. Shadow vehicle g. Truck-mounted attenuator h. Roll ahead space i. Work space j. Work vehicle k. Termination area l. Tapers 4. Traffic Control Devices a. Purpose b. Requirements c. Crashworthiness d. Categories of signs e. Sign sizes f. Publication 213:Sign Spacing Chart 7. Implementation g. Sign posts and mountings h. Sign mounting height and lateral placement i. Sign materials j. Conflicting signs k. Removing signs during suspension of work l. Types of channelizing devices m. Sign supports n. Direction indicator barricades o. Longitudinal channelizing devices p. Maximum spacing of channelizing devices q. Flashing arrow boards r. Warning lights j. Temporary pavement markings k. Portable changeable message signs l. Equipment, vehicle, and material storage 5. Setup and Removal a. Advance warning signs b. Channelizing devices c. Conventional highways d. Freeways and expressways e. Work above open lanes 6. Pedestrian Accessibility a. Pedestrian detours b. Pedestrian diversions c. Detectability and accessibility features d. Curb ramps 7. Flagger and Flagger Operations a. Training b. Procedures c. Visibility d. Communication e. Stations f. StopSlow paddle g. Department attire h. Non-Department attire i. Flagging scenarios 8. Utilization of PATA Drawings a. Organization b. Types of operations c. Publication 213: Quick Reference Charts 9. Inspection and Documentation a. Quality guidelines criteria b. Inspection Procedure c. Documentation Note: Individuals training to become a WZTC Specialist do not need to complete the instructor training. Individuals training to become a WZTC Instructor shall complete WZTC training prior to completing the instructor training. 1. Introduction to the Department s WZTC Certification Program a. Purpose b. Structure c. Qualifications d. Responsibilities e. Certification 2. Course Logistics and Administration a. Overview of the WZTC Specialist Course b. Exam administration 3. Training Skills a. Principles of adult learning b. Basic concepts of adult learning c. Adult learning difference d. Learning methods e. Characteristics of effective learners f. Presentation skills g. Vocal techniques h. Eye contact i. Posture j. Credibility k. Vocabulary l. Preparation m. Practice n. Course delivery o. Relaxing techniques p. Administrative issues q. Coping with frustrated learners r. Handling problem students s. Handling questions t. Group activities 7.1. During short-term and long-term operations, the WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist is: Required on the operation to oversee the planning, installation, maintenance, and removal of WZTC. Required to be within 30 miles from the operation when the WZTC is not in the planning, installation, maintenance, and removal phase During mobile operations, the WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist is: Required on the operation at all times. 8

11 8. Performance Evaluation The Bureau of Maintenance and Operations has identified two types of QA evaluations that will be conducted: WZTC QA Evaluation WZTC Specialist Course QA Evaluation Exhibit 6 provides a breakdown of the two quality assurance evaluations. Exhibit 6: Quality Assurance Evaluation Specifications Content WZTC QA Evaluation WZTC Specialist Course QA Evaluation Type Evaluator Scoring Certification Revocation Appeal Process WZTC QA Evaluation: Evaluates the WZTC on an operation being WZTC Specialist Course QA Evaluation: Evaluates the WZTC overseen by a WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist Specialist course being administered by a WZTC Instructor Evaluators of WZTC on an operation on a statehighway shall meet Evaluators of a WZTC Specialist course must meet the following the following requirements: requirements: o Department employee o Department employee o WZTC Instructor o WZTC Instructor Evaluators of WZTC on operations on Pennsylvania Turnpike Evaluators reserve the right to attend a WZTC Specialist course highways shall meet the following requirements: without prior notification. o Pennsylvania Turnpike employee o WZTC Instructor Department and PTC evaluators reserve the right to perform QA evaluations without prior notification. Evaluations will be documented in the WZTC Certification Program database as satisfactory or unsatisfactory. The scoring is a follows: o Satisfactory QA evaluation: Score of 85% or greater o Unsatisfactory QA evaluation: Score of less than 85% BOMO shall conduct a final review of all unsatisfactory evaluations before they are recorded in the WZTC Certification Program database. o The PTC will be included during reviews of Pennsylvania Turnpike WZTC QA evaluations BOMO reserves the right to revoke the certification of any WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist based on non-compliance with this policy. This includes reoccurring non-compliance with Department and PTC laws, regulations, and policies. The certification of the WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist will be revoked if the individual receives two unsatisfactory evaluations within a rolling 12 month period. A formal response will be issued by BOMO, upon the second unsatisfactory evaluation within a rolling 12 month period, notifying the WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist of the certification revocation. The certification will only be re-issued when the WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist re-applies and successfully completes the appropriate certification course. The certification status of the individual will be updated from active to revoked in the WZTC Certification Program database. The WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist can appeal the QA evaluation after it has been documented in the WZTC Certification Program database. To appeal an unsatisfactory evaluation: 1. Access the WZTC Certification Program webpage. 2. Select the link Appeal Quality Assurance Evaluation. 3. Complete the required information on the form. 4. Submit QA evaluation appeal form. After the appeal is received, BOMO will: 1. Conduct a review of the QA evaluation and all supporting documentation. 2. Analyze supporting documentation to determine if the QA evaluation score is warranted. 3. If deemed necessary, BOMO will conduct a follow-up meeting with the Evaluator, WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist, and any other necessary personnel to gather additional details on the QA evaluation. a. The PTC will be included in all meetings for QA evaluations on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. 4. Issue a decision on the QA evaluation appeal within 5 days. 9

12 Exhibit 6 (CONTINUED): Quality Assurance Evaluation Specifications Content WZTC QA Evaluation WZTC Specialist Course QA Evaluation Procedure The evaluation is an assessment of the WZTC being overseen by a WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist. The official procedure for conducting an evaluation is as follows: 1. Identify an operation that is required to have a WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist. 2. Introduce yourself as an evaluator. a. If the WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist is not on the operation, request to speak with the person in-charge and request the WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist report to the operation. b. If there is not a WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist assigned to the operation, inform the person in-charge that the operation requires a WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist and provide the person in-charge with information on the WZTC Certification Program. 3. Provide the WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist with your certification card and state issued identification for validation. 4. Request to view the certification card and state issued identification of the WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist for validation. 5. Request to view the temporary traffic control plan being utilized on the operation. 6. Complete the Department s WZTC QA Evaluation form while evaluating the WZTC on the operation. 7. Provide photo andor video documentation of deficient WZTC during the evaluation. a. Unsatisfactory evaluations without adequate supporting documentation will be annulled and will not be recorded in the WZTC Certification Program database. b. Justification is required if photo andor video documentation of deficient WZTC cannot be provided with the evaluation. 8. Immediately following the completion of the evaluation, present the QA evaluation to the WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist. 9. Work through the QA evaluation and address any comments or concerns that were identified during the evaluation. 10. Present the score of the evaluation to the WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist. 11. Inform the WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist of any required corrections to the WZTC that would bring the WZTC into compliance with laws, regulations, and policies. All required corrections to the WZTC must be completed as per Publication 408, Section 901.3(t). 12. Inform the WZTC Instructor or WZTC Specialist that they will receive a copy of the QA evaluation after it has been forwarded to BOMO to be documented in the WZTC Certification Program database. 13. Forward all documentation to BOMO through the WZTC Certification Program resource account. The evaluation is an assessment of the WZTC Instructor and the environment of the WZTC Specialist course. The official procedure for conducting an evaluation is as follows: 1. Contact BOMO for a list of scheduled WZTC Specialist courses. 2. Attend a WZTC Specialist course. 3. Introduce yourself to an evaluator. 4. Provide the WZTC Instructor with your certification card and state issued identification for validation. 5. Request view the WZTC Instructor s certification card and state issued identification for validation. 6. Complete the Department s WZTC Specialist Course QA Evaluation form while evaluating the course. 7. Immediately following the completion of the course, present the QA evaluation to the WZTC Instructor. 8. Work through the evaluation and address any comments or concerns that were identified during the course. 9. Present the score of the evaluation to the WZTC Instructor. 10. Inform the WZTC Instructor of any required corrections to the course that would address all instruction issues and improve the overall effectiveness of the course. 11. Inform the WZTC Instructor that they will receive a copy of the evaluation after it has been forwarded to BOMO to be documented in the WZTC Certification Program database. 12. Forward all documentation to BOMO through the WZTC Certification Program resource account. 10

13 9. Definitions Resource Account BOMO s communication resource RA-PDWZTCCERTPGM@pa.gov Evaluator WZTC Instructor performing a QA evaluation. Installation of WZTC Placing WZTC devices on an operation. Lane Restriction A roadway encroachment including lane closures and road closures. Maintenance of WZTC Measures to ensure WZTC devices are in proper condition and location according to the TTC Plan. Master Instructor Identified by BOMO through a request-for-quote (RFQ) and administers WZTC Instructor courses Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (Department) The Bureau of Maintenance and Operations (BOMO) will oversee the program. Planning of WZTC Preparation phase before placing WZTC on an operation. Removal of WZTC Removing WZTC devices on an operation. WZTC Certification Program Webpage Located at the following web address: WZTC Instructor Trained by the Master Instructor, administers WZTC Specialist courses, and oversees the planning, installation, maintenance, and removal of WZTC on an operation. WZTC Specialist Trained by the WZTC Instructor and oversees the planning, installation, maintenance, and removal of WZTC on an operation. 11

14 (02-17) WORK ZONE TRAFFIC CONTROL INSTRUCTOR APPLICATION GENERAL Applying as: New Work Zone Traffic Control Instructor Retrained Work Zone Traffic Control Instructor New WZTC Instructor applicants must meet or exceed the following qualifications: 5 years of employment in a position where WZTC is a primary responsibility. 75 hours of experience as a course instructor in the previous two years. (Experience does not need to be WZTC related) Provide 3 references that can verify WZTC experience. Retrained WZTC Instructor applicants must complete the following: Applicant Information Section. WZTC Instructor certification number: APPLICANT INFORMATION Name: Phone: Affiliation: Department TownshipMunicipality Utility Construction Industry Consultant CompanyAgency: Other (Specify): Job Title: Street Address: City: State: Zip: WORK EXPERIENCE Please list experience starting with most recent. This is not required for a WZTC Instructor applying for retraining. Attach a separate sheet for additional information as needed. Company: Job Duties: Start Date: End Date: Street Address: City: State: Zip: Contact Name: Contact Title: Contact Phone: Company: Start Date: End Date: Street Address: City: State: Zip: Contact Name: Contact Title: Contact Phone: Job Duties: Company: Start Date: End Date: Street Address: City: State: Zip: Contact Name: Contact Title: Contact Phone: Job Duties:

15 REFERENCES New applicants must provide 3 professional references that can verify WZTC experience and Instructor experience. This is not required for a WZTC Instructor applying for retraining. Name: Phone: Company: Title: Street Address: City: State: Zip: Name: Title: Phone: Company: Street Address: City: State: Zip: Name: Title: Phone: Company: Street Address: City: State: Zip: SIGNATURE I certify that the information provided on this application is correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the furnishing of any misleading or incorrect information on this application or its attachments will be just cause for rejection. I hereby give permission to the persons and companies named on this application and its attachments to provide any pertinent information to the Department or its duly authorized representative except where otherwise indicated. I release said parties from all liability for any damages resulting from issuance of such information. Applicant's Signature: Applicant's Printed Name: Date: Send the completed WZTC Instructor Application to the WZTC Certification Program resource account: RA-PDWZTCCERTPGM@pa.gov

16 (02-17) WORK ZONE TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALIST APPLICATION GENERAL Applying as: New Work Zone Traffic Control Specialist Retrained Work Zone Traffic Control Specialist New WZTC Specialist applicants must meet or exceed the following qualifications: 1 year of employment in a position where WZTC is a primary responsibility. Provide 2 references that can verify WZTC experience. Retrained WZTC Specialist applicants must complete the following: Applicant Information Section. WZTC Specialist Certification Number: APPLICANT INFORMATION Name: Phone: Affiliation: Department TownshipMunicipality Utility Construction Industry Consultant Other (Specify): CompanyAgency: Job Title: Street Address: City: State: Zip: WORK EXPERIENCE Please list experience starting with most recent. This is not required for a WZTC Specialist applying for retraining. Attach a separate sheet for additional information as needed. Company: Job Duties: Start Date: End Date: Street Address: City: State: Zip: Contact Name: Contact Title: Contact Phone: Company: Start Date: End Date: Street Address: City: State: Zip: Contact Name: Contact Title: Contact Phone: Job Duties: Company: Start Date: End Date: Street Address: City: State: Zip: Contact Name: Contact Title: Contact Phone: Job Duties:

17 REFERENCES New applicants must provide 2 professional references that can verify WZTC experience. This is not required for a WZTC Specialist applying for retraining. Name: Phone: Company: Title: Street Address: City: State: Zip: Name: Title: Phone: Company: Street Address: City: State: Zip: SIGNATURE I certify that the information provided on this application is correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the furnishing of any misleading or incorrect information on this application or its attachments will be just cause for rejection. I hereby give permission to the persons and companies named on this application and its attachments to provide any pertinent information to the Department or its duly authorized representative except where otherwise indicated. I release said parties from all liability for any damages resulting from issuance of such information. Applicant's Signature: Applicant's Printed Name: Date: Send the completed WZTC Specialist Application to the WZTC Instructor administering the course.

18 M-7002 (03-17) WORK ZONE TRAFFIC CONTROL QUALITY ASSURANCE EVALUATION PROJECT INFORMATION ECMS MPMS EPS PO Operation Date: District: County: Construction Short-Term PATA(s): State Route Number: Speed Limit: Maintenance Stationary TA(s): Segment: Offset: TO Segment: Offset: Permit Long-Term Custom TTC Plan FreewayExpressway Conventional Highway Municipal Stationary PhaseStage: Evaluation Start Time: Operation Description: Number: Evaluation Stop Time: Utility Setup Mobile Traffic Control Plan SCORING SUMMARY Section Score Weighted Factor Weighted Score Section I: Flagging Section II: Signs = = x x = = Total Weighted Score: Total Weighted Factor*: x 100 = % Section III: Channelizing Devices = x 0.20 = Section IV: PCMSArrow Boards = x 0.10 = 85% - 100%: Satisfactory Section V: VehiclesProtection = x 0.10 = 0% - 84%: Unsatisfactory Section VI: MarkingsDelineation = x 0.05 = Automatic Unsatisfactory (AU) Section VII: Pedestrians Section VIII: Act 229 = = x x Total: * = = *If a section does not apply to the operation, the "Total Weighted Factor" is adjusted. Example: If the operation does not have any "Act 229" items, "Section VIII" will not be included in the "Total Weighted Factor." The new "Total Weighted Factor" would be CONTACTS Prime Contractor: WZTC Contractor: Department's Inspector-In-Charge: Foreman: Assistant Highway Maintenance Manager (AHMM): County Maintenance Manager (CMM): WZTC Contractor (if applicable): ConstructionPermitMunicipalUtility Operation Contact: Contact: Department Maintenance Operation Foreman Number: AHMM Number: Contact: Phone: Phone: Phone: Phone: Phone: Phone: Phone: County Office Closeout Contact: Title: Phone: Date: WZTC Evaluator Contact: Phone: Page 1 of 8

19 WZTC QA EVALUATION NOTES 1. Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) Plan - A Custom TTC Plan, Publication 213, or Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). 2. PATA - Pennsylvania Typical Application found in Publication TA - Typical Application found in the MUTCD. 4. Custom TTC Plan - A plan that requires a signature of approval from the Department's District Traffic Unit. 5. Prime Contractor - The main project contractor. 6. WZTC Contractor - The subcontractor overseeing the WZTC on the project. 7. WZTC Evaluator - Individual conducting the QA Evaluation. 8. A modified PATA must meet the minimum requirements of Publication 213. If it does not meet the minimum requirements, a Custom TTC Plan is required. 9. A modified TA must meet the minimum requirements of the MUTCD. If it does not meet the minimum requirements, a Custom TTC Plan is required. 10. Modifications to a PATA or TA are required to have justification (e.g. PATA places a sign in the middle of a driveway). 11. Custom TTC Plans and all modifications to the Custom TTC Plan are required to have a signature of approval from the Department's District Traffic Unit. 12. Variations in distances on the Custom TTC Plan, PATA, or TA shall be allowed when measured in the field. This is due to inaccuracies with distance measuring equipment. 13. All WZTC deficiencies documented during the evaluation shall be corrected as per Publication 408, Section 901.3(t). 14. The training for personnel performing flagging duties shall be verified within 1 hour. 15. Send the completed WZTC QA Evaluation to the WZTC Certification Program resource account: Internal (Department ): PD, WZTC Certification Program External: RA-PDWZTCCERTPGM@pa.gov OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS The following questions are operational requirements and are not scored. If the operation does not have the proper documentation or approved products the WZTC evaluation will result in an automatic unsatisfactory. 1. Is there a TTC Plan present on the operation? Yes No (AU) 2. Is the appropriate setup (Highway Type, Short-Term Stationary, Long-Term Stationary, Mobile) being utilized? Yes No (AU) 3. Does the Custom TTC Plan and all modifications to the Custom TTC Plan have approval from the Department's District Traffic Unit? Yes No (AU) NA 4. Are all applicable TTC devices found on the Department's Qualified Products List? Yes No (AU) Page 2 of 8

20 WZTC EVALUATION SECTION I: FLAGGING 1. Is the training for all personnel performing flagging duties verifiable? Yes (5) No (AU) 2. Are the flaggers properly attired? Yes (5) No (AU) 3. Are the flaggers properly positioned? Yes (5) No (AU) 4. Are the flaggers maintaining control of traffic? Yes (5) No (AU) 5. Are the flaggers using proper relocation methods during mobile operations? Yes (5) No (AU) 6. Are the flagger stations properly illuminated at nighttime? Yes (5) No (AU) 7. Are the flaggers in constant communication with each other? Yes (5) No (AU) 8. Are the flaggers using proper devices? Yes (5) No (AU) 9. Are the flagger devices properly controlled at all times? Yes (5) No (AU) NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA Section I Score: Page 3 of 8

21 1. Signs shown on the TTC Plan are present in the TTC setup. 2. Signs are spaced at the proper distances. 3. Signs are visible to approaching traffic. SECTION II: SIGNS Scoring for this section refers to the percentage of signs that meet the expectations of the statement. 4. Signs are not limiting driver visibility when exiting a driveway or side road. 5. Conflicting permanent signs have been removed or properly covered during long-term operations. 6. Signs andor sign hardware are maintained, clean, legible, and in a good state of repair. 7. Signs are properly mounted. 8. Signs are properly ballasted. 9. Signs are located at the proper lateral distance. 10. Are red Type B lights installed with temporary stop signs andor yellow Type B lights installed with temporary yield signs? 11. When work is suspended, non-applicable TTC signs are covered, turned, or removed from the view of traffic. NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA Section II Score: Page 4 of 8

22 SECTION III: CHANNELIZING DEVICES Scoring for this section refers to the percentage of channelizing devices that meet the expectations of the statement. 1. Tapers meet the requirements for length. NA 2. Tapers meet the requirements for number of channelizing devices. NA 3. Longitudinal sections meet the requirements for length. NA 4. Longitudinal sections meet the requirements for number of channelizing devices. NA 5. Channelizing devices forming the tapers are correct for the type of setup (short-termlong-term) and uniform. 6. Channelizing devices forming the longitudinal sections are correct for the type of setup (short-termlong-term) and uniform. 7. Striping on the barricade rails andor vertical panels are sloped downward in the direction where traffic is to pass. 8. Channelizing devices are maintained, clean, legible, and in a good state of repair. 9. When work is suspended, non-applicable channelizing devices are removed from the roadway. 10. Sequential lights are properly deployed. NA NA NA NA NA NA Section III Score: Page 5 of 8

23 SECTION IV: PCMSARROW BOARD 1. Are the PCMS and arrow boards that are shown on the TTC Plan present in the TTC setup. 2. Are the PCMS properly installed? 3. Are the PCMS properly delineated? 4. Are the PCMS properly functioning (at least 90% of the bulbs are operable)? 5. Are the PCMS utilized in the correct mode? 6. Are the PCMS displaying no more than two phases? 7. Are the arrow boards properly installed? 8. Are the arrow boards properly delineated? 9. Are the arrow boards properly functioning (no more than two bulbs inoperable)? 10. Are the arrow boards utilized in the correct mode? NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA Section IV Score: Page 6 of 8

24 SECTION V: VEHICLESWORKSITE PROTECTION 1. Are the required shadow vehicles that are shown on the TTC Plan present in the TTC setup. Yes (5) No (AU) 2. Does the buffer space meet the minimum distance as defined on the TTC Plan? 3. Does the roll ahead space meet the minimum distance as defined on the TTC Plan? 4. Are blunt edges, that pose a risk to the road users and created by the temporary work, properly protected? 5. Are the workers properly attired? 6. Is the equipment and supplies that are not in use stored off the roadway and outside the clear zone? NA NA NA NA NA NA Section V Score: SECTION VI: MARKINGSDELINEATION 1. Are temporary pavement markings that are shown on the TTC Plan present in the TTC setup? 2. Are conflicting pavement markings removed properly? 3. Are temporary pavement markings properly maintained? 4. Is the metalconcrete barrier properly delineated? 5. Are all conflicting Raised Pavement Marking (RPM) lenses removed? NA NA NA NA NA Section VII Score: Page 7 of 8

25 SECTION VII: PEDESTRIANS 1. Is a pedestrian detour appropriately signed when the sidewalk is closed? 2. Do pedestrian facilities include accessible features that are equivalent to or better than the existing facilities? NA NA Section VI Score: SECTION VIII: ACT Are Act 229 signs properly installed (As per Title 67, Chapter 212, Section )? 2. When workers are present, is the white light on the ACTIVE WORK ZONE WHEN FLASHING sign turned on and functioning properly? 3. When workers are not present, is the white light on the ACTIVE WORK ZONE WHEN FLASHING sign turned off? NA NA NA Section VIII Score: Page 8 of 8

26 (02-17) WZTC SPECIALIST COURSE QUALITY ASSURANCE EVALUATION COURSE INFORMATION Date: Course Number: Street Address: PennDOT District: County: CONTACTS Instructor's Name: Evaluator's Name: Location of Course City: Building: Instructor's Certification Number: Evaluator's Certification Number: SCORING SUMMARY Section Score Section I: Scholarship Total Section Score: = x 100 = % Section II: Methods of Presentation Section III: Communication and Interaction 85% - 100%: Satisfactory Section IV: Learning 0% - 84%: Unsatisfactory Section V: Approachability Section VI: Environment Total Section Score: EVALUATION The Evaluator is required to assess the WZTC Manager Course by completing this form. The primary purpose of this assessment shall be to assist with the professional development of the Instructor. To complete the evaluation both the Evaluator and the Instructor must sign this form. Please use the following guide to rate the Instructor's performance in each of the areas. Scoring for each evaluation question: NA = Not applicable 1 = Unacceptable 2 = Needs Improvement 1. Demonstrates knowledge of subject matter. SECTION I: SCHOLARSHIP 2. Integrates current developmentresearch content into the content. 3. Shows relevance and appropriateness of course content. 4. Provides appropriate source material and references. 5. Refers students to additional source material where appropriate. 3 = Satisfactory 4 = Good accomplishes tasks diligently and well 5 = Excellent accomplishes all tasks at a high level NA NA NA NA NA Section I Score: Page 1 of 3

27 SECTION II: METHODS OF PRESENTATION 1. Is well prepared and presents material in a well organized manner. 2. Demonstrates appropriateness and effectiveness of teaching techniquesmethods (Specific to course objectives). 3. Presentation demonstrates professionalismdiscipline competence. 4. Evidence of placing the presentation in context (such as course goals, program mission, and overall curriculum). Section II Score: NA NA NA NA SECTION III: COMMUNICATION AND INTERACTION 1. Encourages student inquiryclass discussion. 2. Exhibits enthusiasm and interest with students. 3. Expresses ideas clearly and audibly. Responds clearly to student questions. 4. Responds to student needs and incorporates feedback. 5. Deals fairly with students. Section III Score: NA NA NA NA NA SECTION IV: LEARNING 1. Stimulates critical thinking and analysis. 2. Adjusts to individual and group needs. 3. Meets student needs through a range or teaching styles. 4. Demonstrates respect for alternative points of view. Section IV Score: NA NA NA NA 1. Open to suggestions from students. 2. Exhibits a positive attitude to all students. 3. Treats students with respect. SECTION V: APPROACHABILITY Page 2 of 3 Section V Score: NA NA NA

28 SECTION VI: ENVIRONMENT 1.Audibility of presented material is sufficient. 2. Power point and other presented materials were visible from all seating locations in the room. 3. Overall, the environment was adequate for learning. Section VI Score: NA NA NA SECTION VII: INSTRUCTOR'S STRENGTHS AND RECOMMENDATIONS SECTION VIII: ADDITIONAL COMMENTS SECTION IX: INSTRUCTOR'S RESPONSE Send the completed WZTC Specialist Course QA Evaluation to the WZTC Certification Program resource account: Internal (Department ): PD, WZTC Certification Program External: Page 3 of 3

29 WZTC CERTIFICATION PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR AGREEMENT This Department WZTC Instructor Agreement ( Agreement ) is made effective as of the date the Department signs this Agreement (the Effective Date ), by and between, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (Department), Business Leadership and Administrative Services Office, Technical Training and Development Section, 400 North Street, 7th Floor, Harrisburg, PA and the undersigned ( Instructor ). Department and Instructor are each referred to as Party and collectively as Parties. ARTICLE I DUTIES OF THE WZTC INSTRUCTOR 1.1 Instructor agrees to provide the Department s training, training materials and certification services to persons who desire to become Department-Certified WZTC Specialists ( WZTC Specialist Course ) as follows: 1.2 Instructor shall teach the WZTC Specialist Course according to standards established by the Department. The Department is not responsible for materials, doctrines, or philosophies presented by Instructor that are inconsistent with the WZTC Specialist Course or pertaining to the Instructor s own experience. 1.3 Instructor should conduct at least one WZTC Specialist Course per year. 1.4 Instructor agrees to teach the WZTC Specialist Course using only the following materials: WZTC Specialist Course PowerPoint Presentation, WZTC Specialist Course Workbook, WZTC Specialist Course Examination, and any Pennsylvania state law specific materials as the Department may require. Periodically the Department will update and make available WZTC Specialist Course Materials for use in teaching the WZTC Specialist Course. It is the Instructor s responsibility to acquire updated WZTC Specialist Course Materials to ensure that Instructor s course materials are current at all times. 1.5 Instructor shall not modify the WZTC Specialist Course Materials in any manner. Instructor shall use only genuine Department Materials and other Department-approved instructional materials and handouts. Instructor shall not use non-department materials in the WZTC Specialist Course without the prior written approval of the Department. 1.6 Instructor will administer the WZTC Specialist Course Examination and demonstration tests for each student. Upon the completion of the WZTC Specialist Course, Instructor will submit a class list to the Department containing the individuals that passed the WZTC Specialist Course. 1.7 Instructor will retain class files for a minimum of four years. 1.8 Instructor shall comply with all applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations regarding the WZTC Specialist Course. ARTICLE II PROFESSIONALISM 2.1 Instructor agrees to conduct the training courses in a professional manner in the format and structure as approved by the Department, and in such a way as to not bring discredit to the Department, the profession, or Instructor. 2.2 Instructor will be courteous to and accommodating of students. 2.3 Instructor will maintain the highest ethical and moral standards.