Northwest Territories Traffic Control Course 2026

1. السؤال 1 من 25

   What do the NWT Occupational Health and Safety Regulations call a worker the employer names to direct traffic or equipment?

   • AA special constable
   • BA site marshal
   • CA traffic warden
   • DA designated signaller
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   الإجابة: D. A designated signaller

   Section 138 of the NWT regulations uses the term designated signaller. On the job, this person is often called a traffic control person (TCP) or flagger.

2. السؤال 2 من 25

   Under section 138, who must train a designated signaller and keep a record of the training?

   • AThe employer
   • BThe local RCMP detachment
   • CThe worker, at their own cost
   • DThe WSCC
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   الإجابة: A. The employer

   Section 138(1) requires the employer to designate and train the signaller, keep a record of the training and give the signaller a copy.

3. السؤال 3 من 25

   What must a TCP in the NWT carry on the job and show to authorities when asked?

   • AA printed copy of the Motor Vehicles Act
   • BA territorial security guard licence
   • CA letter of permission from the municipality
   • DA TCP card signed by the trainer or employer
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   الإجابة: D. A TCP card signed by the trainer or employer

   The WSCC code says a TCP must have a training card signed by the trainer or employer, carry it on the job and show it when asked.

4. السؤال 4 من 25

   How long is the NWT and Nunavut TCP training card valid?

   • AFive years
   • BOne year
   • COne month
   • DFor life
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   الإجابة: B. One year

   The WSCC code of practice states that the TCP training card is valid for one year, with refresher training each year or as required.

5. السؤال 5 من 25

   You already have general TCP training and you start at a new job location. What does WSCC guidance say you also need?

   • AA new medical exam
   • BNothing more until your card expires
   • CSite-specific training for that job location
   • DA permit from the Fire Marshal
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   الإجابة: C. Site-specific training for that job location

   WSCC's TCP training guideline says additional site-specific training has to be provided for every job location.

6. السؤال 6 من 25

   What is the legal status of the WSCC Traffic Control Person Code of Practice?

   • AIt is a private company's idea with no legal effect
   • BIt applies only in Nunavut, not in the NWT
   • CIt is a federal criminal law with jail terms
   • DNot following it may count against compliance
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   الإجابة: D. Not following it may count against compliance

   Codes of practice made under the Safety Act are guidance. Failure to follow one may be considered in deciding compliance with the Act and regulations.

7. السؤال 7 من 25

   Under section 139(4), when may an employer use designated signallers to control traffic on a highway?

   • AOnly when other methods are not enough
   • BWhenever a person costs less than signs
   • CAt any time, if the worker volunteers
   • DOnly on weekends and statutory holidays
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   الإجابة: A. Only when other methods are not enough

   Section 139(4) says signallers must not be used on a highway unless the other listed methods of traffic control are inadequate or unsuitable.

8. السؤال 8 من 25

   Traffic comes from both directions and the signaller and drivers cannot clearly see each other. Under section 139(5), how many signallers are needed?

   • AFour
   • BTwo
   • CNone; signs alone are required
   • DOne
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   الإجابة: B. Two

   Section 139(5) allows one signaller when traffic comes from one direction or the signaller and drivers can see each other, and requires two when they cannot.

9. السؤال 9 من 25

   Under section 139, what must the employer develop when workers are at risk from vehicle traffic?

   • AA written traffic control plan
   • BA written fire safety plan for the site
   • CA municipal parking bylaw for the area
   • DA media release for local radio stations
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   الإجابة: A. A written traffic control plan

   Section 139 requires a written traffic control plan, training for workers in the plan, and that the plan be readily available at the site.

10. السؤال 10 من 25

    According to WSCC's TCP safety bulletin, what must each TCP do with the traffic control plan for the shift?

    • AKnow it and sign it
    • BHand it to the first driver who stops
    • CChange it if the work looks slow
    • DLeave it at the office
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    الإجابة: A. Know it and sign it

    The bulletin says TCPs must know and sign the shift's traffic control plan, and the supervisor keeps it on site.

11. السؤال 11 من 25

    How tall must the stop/slow sign be under the WSCC code of practice?

    • AAt least 50 centimetres
    • BExactly 1 metre
    • CAt least 1.6 metres
    • DAt least 3 metres
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    الإجابة: C. At least 1.6 metres

    The WSCC TCP code of practice says the sign has to be at least 1.6 metres tall, with reflective sheeting on both sides.

12. السؤال 12 من 25

    What colours are used on the SLOW side of the paddle in the NWT code?

    • AWhite letters on a red background
    • BGreen letters on a white background
    • CRed letters on a blue background
    • DBlack letters on a yellow background
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    الإجابة: D. Black letters on a yellow background

    The code says SLOW is black on yellow and STOP is white on red, and both sides must be reflective.

13. السؤال 13 من 25

    Which standard does WSCC's high-visibility code of practice use for hi-vis apparel?

    • ANFPA 1971
    • BCSA Z96
    • CWHMIS 2015
    • DISO 9001
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    الإجابة: B. CSA Z96

    The WSCC PPE High Visibility Apparel code of practice is based on CSA Z96, High-Visibility Safety Apparel.

14. السؤال 14 من 25

    WSCC lists flagging crews as high risk. Which class of hi-vis apparel does it point to for low light or night work?

    • AAny bright T-shirt
    • BNo hi-vis is needed at night
    • CClass 1
    • DClass 3
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    الإجابة: D. Class 3

    For high-risk work such as flagging, the WSCC code points to Class 2 in daytime and Class 3 in low light.

15. السؤال 15 من 25

    Where does the WSCC code say a TCP should stand?

    • AInside the work truck, with the window down
    • BHalfway between the last sign and the taper
    • CIn the middle of the travel lane facing traffic
    • DRight at the start of the taper, in the lane
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    الإجابة: B. Halfway between the last sign and the taper

    The code places the control position halfway between the last sign and the taper, just outside the travel lane, with the paddle on the edge line.

16. السؤال 16 من 25

    The WSCC code says you should not set up your control position in which of these places?

    • AOn a bridge
    • BJust outside the travel lane
    • COn a straight, level stretch where drivers can see you from far away
    • DWhere you have a clear escape route
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    الإجابة: A. On a bridge

    The code says not to flag on a bridge, near a railway crossing, over a hill, around a curve or on icy roads.

17. السؤال 17 من 25

    When should the "TCP ahead" sign be displayed?

    • AOnly when police are present
    • BOnly after dark
    • CAll season, even when no one is working
    • DOnly when TCPs are actively controlling traffic
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    الإجابة: D. Only when TCPs are actively controlling traffic

    The code says the TCP sign is used only when TCPs are actively regulating traffic. Unless mounted high, it shows two red-orange flags.

18. السؤال 18 من 25

    How often does the WSCC code say a TCP should be rotated from the control position?

    • AOnce a week, at the start of the week
    • BEvery 15 minutes, without exception
    • CNever, so that drivers see the same person
    • DEvery two hours, or as the supervisor arranges
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    الإجابة: D. Every two hours, or as the supervisor arranges

    The code says a TCP should be rotated every two hours, or as arranged with the supervisor.

19. السؤال 19 من 25

    On dry, level pavement, about how far does a vehicle at 100 km/h need to stop, according to the WSCC code?

    • A500 metres
    • B65 metres
    • C210 metres
    • D20 metres
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    الإجابة: C. 210 metres

    The code gives 210 m (about 42 car lengths) at 100 km/h and 65 m at 50 km/h, and more for trucks, wet or icy roads and downhill traffic.

20. السؤال 20 من 25

    How do you release stopped traffic under the WSCC code?

    • ALay the paddle flat on the road and step back
    • BWave the paddle back and forth high over your head
    • CTurn the paddle to SLOW and wave drivers on with your arm
    • DPoint the STOP side at each driver as they pass you
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    الإجابة: C. Turn the paddle to SLOW and wave drivers on with your arm

    The code says to turn the paddle to SLOW and then signal with the free arm. It says never to wave the sign.

21. السؤال 21 من 25

    What is the emergency hand signal between partner TCPs in the WSCC code?

    • ADrop the paddle and wave both arms above your head
    • BTurn your back to traffic and kneel down
    • CBlow one short blast on your whistle
    • DHold the paddle sideways at shoulder height
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    الإجابة: A. Drop the paddle and wave both arms above your head

    The code's emergency signal is to drop the paddle, raise both arms and wave them above the head.

22. السؤال 22 من 25

    Your radio stops working while you are showing STOP. What does the WSCC code say to do with your sign?

    • ATurn it to SLOW so traffic keeps moving
    • BKeep it as it is and repeat the message
    • CPut it down and walk to your partner
    • DHand it to a driver to hold for you
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    الإجابة: B. Keep it as it is and repeat the message

    The code says not to change signs when a radio fails. Repeat the message and check the radio; if it has failed, the TCP showing SLOW stops a vehicle and asks the driver to report the failure to a person in authority.

23. السؤال 23 من 25

    Which item does the WSCC code list as mandatory for TCPs working at night?

    • AA flashlight with a red or orange cone
    • BA blue flashing light on the hard hat
    • CSunglasses
    • DA dark jacket to reduce glare
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    الإجابة: A. A flashlight with a red or orange cone

    For night work the code requires a flashlight with a red or orange cone, reflective material around the hard hat and reflective stripes on clothing. Section 138 also requires a suitable light in darkness.

24. السؤال 24 من 25

    What does the NWT Driver's Manual say about speeding fines in construction zones when workers are present?

    • AFines are reduced by half
    • BThere are no fines in construction zones
    • COnly commercial trucks can be fined
    • DFines for speeding are doubled
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    الإجابة: D. Fines for speeding are doubled

    The NWT Driver's Manual says speeding fines are doubled in construction zones if workers are present, and tells drivers to obey the flag person.

25. السؤال 25 من 25

    A police officer arrives and starts directing traffic at your work zone. According to the NWT Driver's Manual, whose directions do drivers follow?

    • AThe TCP's, because the TCP was there first
    • BThe officer's, since police overrule signs
    • CNeither; drivers follow only the posted signs
    • DWhoever is standing closest to the driver
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    الإجابة: B. The officer's, since police overrule signs

    The Driver's Manual says directions given by a police officer overrule traffic signs or signals. Follow the officer's lead and coordinate with them.

لوحة المفاتيح: 1–4 للإجابة، وEnter للسؤال التالي.