This seven-hour program is designed for supervisors, lead hands and those with roles of responsibility in road construction who have a solid understanding of the responsibilities of traffic control and signal persons and the hazards associated with these roles. This program focuses on familiarizing participants with the layout and content of OTM Book 7 Office edition (2022) to implement traffic control measures that protect workers and highway users. Hazards and methods of control will be briefly discussed and legislation governing temporary conditions will be examined. Participants will apply the concepts and guidelines of Book 7 to list the steps in creating a Traffic Management Plan, identify factors necessary for selecting a layout, and identify procedures for setting up and removing traffic control measures. Lastly, participants will work in small groups to apply Book 7 guidelines using the Decision Matrix (Table G) to select a layout for the Case study provided. To ensure an optimal learning experience, it is recommended class sizes not exceed 12 participants. Note: It is recommended that participants take WHSC Traffic Control and Signal Person prior to taking OTM Book 7. Participants require a copy of OTM Book 7 Office edition 2022 (not part of training materials, one copy per two participants to be provided by client).

This one-day program is aimed principally at workers who perform traffic control and signalling duties along with supervisors overseeing these activities. Worker representatives looking to exercise their right to participate in ensuring safer road work would also benefit from this program. Participants explore the extensive hazards related to road work along with safe work practices and devices designed to control exposure. They are also introduced to Ontario Traffic Manual (OTM) Book 7 (Temporary Conditions) which provides practical guidance regarding the use of traffic control devices in temporary work zones on or beside roads and highways. Hands-on practical exercises further aid in understanding safe work practices and traffic control devices such as three-way communication and directing traffic using stop/slow paddles.