Flagger/First Aid Certification - Virtual
Date: 6/9/2026 8:00 AM - 6/9/2026 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual
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Overview
Course Description:
Flagging is a very important and demanding job whether it be in a work zone, during utility installation or repair, or during an emergency road hazard situation. This course will provide First Aid certification (through the American Red Cross) as required by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, and Flagger Certification. Both certifications are valid for 2 years.
For more information about this certification please visit mass.gov.
Target Audience:
This course is being offered to municipal workers who need to be certified for Flagging in Massachusetts or who need to gain competent person knowledge.
IMPORTANT: A zoom link will be provided in your registration approval email after you have completed your registration.
Attention Registration Managers:
• Each participant must have a unique email address associated with their UMTC profile to access the final exam.
• Participants should verify they can login to their UMTC profiles prior to class day.
(*DO NOT create a new account if anyone cannot login to the UMTC website. Instead, contact admin@umasstransportationcenter.org for assistance.)
• Review the Course Instructions Document for other important details.
CEUs offered:
This class qualifies for Board of Certification of Operators of Drinking Water Supply Facilities CEUs
For the Flagger portion: DWT-2022-42-COVID19-42 (3 hr.)
For the First Aid portion: DWT-2022-41-COVID19-41 (3 hr.)
Accommodations for Disabilities: UMTC endeavors to provide an inclusive learning environment for all. If you require special services or arrangements to fully participate in this workshop, please contact Stephanie Cottrell at scottrell@umass.edu or 413-800-2655 as soon as possible to discuss reasonable accommodations for your access needs.
Registration
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IMPORTANT UPDATE: New profiles will need to be reviewed and approved before you can register for a workshop or event. Please allow one business day for processing.
If you are having trouble registering, please email admin@umasstransportationcenter.org or call (413) 545-2604 for assistance.
Please be advised, cancellations must be received no later than 7 days prior to the event, or the registration fee will not be refunded.
Instructors
- Thomas Lemon
Field Coordinator / Instructor at
During the school year, Tommy is the Lead Instructor for the MassDOT funded Massachusetts Pre-Apprenticeship and Vocational School Program. Outside his school calendar, Tommy instructs a variety of classes which include: Highway Work Zone Safety (Flagger training), CPR, First Aid, AED (American Red Cross), OSHA (OSHA-10 & 30), and Line and Grade.