FDOT Flagging And Traffic Control Safety Training Practice Test

Visibility is the main safety concern when flagging at night. Retroreflective gear catches and returns the headlights of approaching vehicles, making you easier to see from all directions. A retroreflective hard hat protects your head from minor bumps and, with reflective material, helps drivers notice you even when glare or shadows are present. A retroreflective vest adds coverage for your torso from the front and back so drivers see you as they come from either direction. Having retroreflective tools further improves visibility of your signaling actions and position. Wearing dark clothing makes you hard to see in low light, which increases the risk of a vehicle not noticing you. No PPE is not safe at night, since protective gear and visibility equipment are essential. Relying on just a helmet ignores the need for high visibility on the body and with your signaling tools, leaving you more vulnerable. Only a helmet misses the broader visibility benefit provided by wearing high-visibility retroreflective clothing and gear.