Who directs traffic in construction zones?

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Who directs traffic in construction zones?

Traffic in construction zones is directed by a flagger, a trained person who uses a stop/slow paddle or hand signals to control vehicles and pedestrians as workers and equipment operate nearby. They stand in high-visibility clothing near the work area, ensure safe passage, and coordinate with equipment operators to move traffic away from hazards. Police may direct traffic in emergencies or at busy intersections, but within a typical work zone the flagger is the designated traffic controller. The sign crew installs and maintains warning signs, and construction workers perform the actual construction tasks, not traffic direction. When you approach, slow down, watch for signals, and follow them promptly; never bypass a flagger or drive through a closed area.

Traffic in construction zones is directed by a flagger, a trained person who uses a stop/slow paddle or hand signals to control vehicles and pedestrians as workers and equipment operate nearby. They stand in high-visibility clothing near the work area, ensure safe passage, and coordinate with equipment operators to move traffic away from hazards. Police may direct traffic in emergencies or at busy intersections, but within a typical work zone the flagger is the designated traffic controller. The sign crew installs and maintains warning signs, and construction workers perform the actual construction tasks, not traffic direction. When you approach, slow down, watch for signals, and follow them promptly; never bypass a flagger or drive through a closed area.

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