1. High-risk traffic control IN British Columbia
Program Updates
High-risk traffic control IN British Columbia
Sarina Hanschke,
Traffic Control Program Quality Assurance
BC Construction Safety Alliance

2. Traffic Control Personnel
Responsibilities
Challenges
Safe Passage of all
Adhere to fundamental principles of traffic control
Application of standards in site-specific environment
High cognitive demand
High turnover
Experience
Sub-contracted service
Supervision of new workers

3. 2013 Independent Survey: Quality of instruction Length of practical
Improve recertification
Graduated system
1 QA representative
The purpose of the research project was to gain a comprehensive understanding of the current state of TCP training and to provide BCCSA with recommendations for improvements to the overall program with emphasis on instruction and instructor training, participant learning materials, certification/re-certification, administration and regulatory compliance.
This review marks ten years since the launch of the TCP training program and sets the stage for the future success of the program by identifying its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and challenges. This report includes several recommendations intended to assist BCCSA in its planning and priorities.

4. Consistency of application
Situational awareness
Roles and responsibilities
Understanding of hazards and controls
Communication and engagement

5. Updated and Revised Course Flow:
2003 – 2015 :
2016 :

6. Delivery Methods: Variety of instructional techniques
Flipcharts
Discussion
Brainstorming
Role Play
Simulation - Tabletop
Temporary support to reach comprehension & skills acquisition
Builds on prior experience to bridge learning gaps
Redesign – half/half
Story Telling – build and reinforce concepts

7. 9
Exam

8. The support and guidance by the expert is gradually removed as the learner becomes more proficient
At this stage when course completes

9. Improved Length of Practical:

10. Updated and Revised Participant Manual:
2016 :

11. Updated and Revised PowerPoint
2016 : :
Speaking Notes

12. Updated and Revised Instructor Guide
2003 – 2015 :
2016 :

13. Improved exam format: :

14. The support and guidance provided to learners facilitates internalization of the
knowledge to complete the task

15. TCP Hip Guide Stretches Pre-job meeting checklist
Workers’ rights responsibilities
Plan requirements
Procedures
Radio Protocol
Emergency numbers
Incident reporting

16. Improved Instructional Quality
Held Instructor Workshops 2015
3 days
online reapplication
updated qualifications
34 current instructors
feedback on presentation skills
ISW certification
open dialogue

17. Updated Quality Assurance Process Terms of Participation
co – teach/ auditing
coaching and mentoring
communication
administration consistency
Coaching and mentoring vs being punitive and

18. For More information: www.bccsa.ca
For More information:
Standardized Traffic Control Training
Safety is a two-way street. In road construction zones, employers need a sound traffic control plan and drivers need to proceed cautiously and obey directions.
The BCCSA is the WorkSafeBC approved certifier of all high-risk traffic control persons in BC. 
The BCCSA’s comprehensive, two-day standardized course for Traffic Control Persons (TCPs) consists of classroom and practical training and is the only program of its kind accepted by WorkSafeBC under Section 18 of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation for high-risk traffic control. This two-day training session has been designed to qualify those who work as high-risk TCPs throughout the province of BC. Upon successful completion, TCPs are provided with a three year record of completion.