Kayla Foss
Calgary
Summary
Experienced with managing traffic flow and safety at construction sites, ensuring minimal disruptions. Utilizes clear communication and signaling skills to coordinate with team members and drivers effectively. Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures, ensuring secure working environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Flagger
BNRG Staffing
06.2025 - Current
- Directed traffic flow to ensure safety of construction workers and motorists.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize accidents on work sites.
- Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate traffic control measures.
- Monitored road conditions and adjusted signage for optimal visibility.
- Responded promptly to changing conditions to maintain safe environments.
- Assisted in training new flaggers on safety practices and equipment use.
- Ensured proper usage of signaling devices, including stop/slow paddles, flags, and radios for effective communication among team members.
- Accustomed to nighttime flagging in high traffic areas.
Lane Control Tech
Way to Go Traffic
05.2021 - 04.2024
- Utilized handheld communication devices for real-time updates and coordination.
- Maintained equipment, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Used flagging tools such as stop and slow paddle and red flag.
- Assisted in setting up traffic control plans according to project specifications and local regulations, maintaining orderly work zones.
- Managed work zones using large signs and hand signals to direct traffic.
- Displayed excellent decision-making skills under pressure while managing heavy vehicle traffic during unexpected events or incidents onsite.
- Maintained a strong knowledge of state-specific traffic laws and regulations related to flagging operations, ensuring compliance within the workplace.
- Adapted quickly to changing circumstances, such as inclement weather or last-minute schedule adjustments, ensuring smooth traffic flow at all times.
- Proactively identified potential issues within the work zone, such as improperly placed signage or damaged equipment, and reported concerns to relevant team members for prompt resolution.
- Increased construction efficiency by ensuring timely movement of equipment and materials through the designated work zone.
- Participated in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends, safety regulations, and flagging best practices.
- Controlled flow of automotive traffic under direction of project supervisor.
- Participated in daily safety briefings, reinforcing awareness of potential hazards and discussing best practices for accident prevention among team members.
- Collaborated with project managers and supervisors to develop site-specific traffic management plans based on project requirements and potential hazards.
- Enhanced team communication by maintaining constant contact with other flaggers, supervisors, and drivers.
- Familiar with use of hand signaling procedures.
- Patiently directed motorists towards detours and alternate routes.
- Intimately familiar with flagging safety regulations and equipment as published by OSHA.
- Collaborated with law enforcement officers to enforce speed limits in construction zones, contributing to overall site safety.
- Supported crew members in emergency situations by quickly implementing incident management procedures for optimal response times.
- Provided essential instructions to foremen, crew chiefs and other flaggers.
- Organized and maintained site equipment during slow hours.
Education
High School Diploma -
Foothills Composite High School
Okotoks, AB06-2014
Skills
- Signaling techniques
- Quick decision making
- Safety policies and measures
- Public safety awareness
- Traffic control
Timeline
Flagger
BNRG Staffing
06.2025 - Current
Lane Control Tech
Way to Go Traffic
05.2021 - 04.2024
High School Diploma -
Foothills Composite High School
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