Construction Industry Training Network (CITN)

Description

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Construction flagging is a challenging job and needs the utmost attention and care. This 2-day TCP certification program is required to be completed prior to becoming a flagger. CSA-approved steel-toed boots with ankle support are required during this course.

Course Content

• Roles and responsibilities of TCPs, employers, and supervisors
• Regulations and standards, including those set out by the Ministry of Transportation, WorkSafeBC, and the Motor Vehicle Act
• Traffic control equipment and devices, including personal protective equipment
• Setting up, maintaining, and removing work zones
• Working around equipment
• Basic and advanced traffic control skills

Eligibility

• Need to be 16 years or older
• Be able to physically do the tasks in the course
• Be able to communicate in basic English
• Have a valid photo ID issued by the government
• No past training is needed

Important Notes:

• Prices can vary as they are dependent on location and provider.
• Class starts at the indicated start time Sharp! No late participants will be admitted. 
• Photo ID is required to receive a certificate. 
• CSA-approved steel-toed boots with ankle support are required during this course.
• Participants will work in pairs/groups and have physical contact with each other during the practical portions of the course. Should you have any concerns about this, please reach out to us at [email protected]  

**Please Note: If you are already registered for a class and you go to one of our other locations, in error and are late to your course, you will not be permitted into the class. If your class is on the weekend, please be advised there will be no office staff in to monitor the phones. Please ensure that you arrive at least 15 minutes early for your class!**

Certification Information

Once completed, each graduating student is issued a three-year certificate that allows them the ability to work anywhere in BC as a Traffic Control Person. This is recognized by WorkSafeBC as a valid High-Risk TCP certificate in the province. There is a multiple-choice exam that requires a minimum score of 80%. There is also a practical skills session on the roadway that each student must pass.

Delivery Method: Classroom Session 

Course Fee Includes: All books and materials, and upon completion a certificate valid for 3 years

Prerequisites

All participants will need to meet the following requirements: 

• Need to be 16 years or older
• Be able to physically do the tasks in the course
• Be able to communicate in basic English
• Have a valid photo ID issued by the government
• No past training is needed

Who Should Attend

TCP (Traffic Control Person) training is essential for individuals responsible for managing traffic around construction sites and roadwork zones. Key groups who should take this training include:

• Construction workers and flaggers working in or near roadways
• Traffic control supervisors and site managers overseeing traffic management
• Municipal workers and safety personnel managing traffic in public spaces
• Project engineers involved in construction planning

The training ensures safety for workers, pedestrians, and drivers by teaching traffic control procedures and regulations.

For support or inquiries, please email [email protected] or call 604-293-2339.