Work Zone Safety

Training classes

MnDOT Traffic Control Supervisor

An in-person, two-day certification course designed for Traffic Control Supervisors who will be working on Minnesota state projects. Upon completion of the course and successfully passing the TCS exam participants will fulfill the language contained in MnDOT's Traffic Control Supervisor Special Provision 2563.

It is strongly recommended attendees have a minimum of two years traffic control experience before registering for this class.

Course content

Topics covered will include principles and set up of temporary traffic controls, review MnDOT traffic control special provisions, MN MUTCD, and Field Manual. Other subjects covered are work zone speed limits, temporary work zone signing, barriers, pavement markings, ped/bikes in work zones, and work zone inspection.

Certification expiration

Certification is valid for five years. The certification card specifies the expiration date or view MnDOT's Certified Traffic Control Supervisors list.

Registration

All classes are in-person and available only at MnDOT’s Shoreview Training Center.

• Cost - $300.00 per student – MnDOT is now accepting credit cards for registration fees
  • Registration is limited to 5 students per company, per class. Class sizes are limited.
• Training Dates:
• January 29-30, 2025
• February 5-6, 2025
• February 12-13, 2025
• Location:
• MnDOT's Shoreview Training Center, 1900 County Road I West, Shoreview, MN 55126
• Class start and end time each day:
• 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Registration Link

Things you need to know

• In order to be successful in this class it is recommended you have two years traffic control experience.
• If seats are unavailable contact Angie at angela.gustafson@state.mn.us to be placed on a wait list.
• Cancellation refunds will only be given 7 days prior to training.
• Substitutions are acceptable.
• MnDOT employees must register through their training representative (CONS00057)

Other options

American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) : To fulfill the language contained in MnDOT’s Traffic Control Special Provision 2563. A person may become an ATSSA certified Traffic Control Supervisor by receiving a certification from the ATSSA sponsored Traffic Control Technician and Traffic Control Supervisor-MN State Specific courses (TCT/TCS).