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Road Ranger Basic Training
INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTION
Keep travel lanes open and traffic
moving
Important Road Ranger Goal:
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CLEARING THE ROADWAYCLEARING THE ROADWAY
Disabled vehicles left in travel lanes are a safety hazard and against Florida State Law
Road Rangers quickly clear debris and relocate disabled vehicles from travel lanes
Safety of Road Rangers, Incident Responders and Public must always be number one priority
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TRAINING OBJECTIVESTRAINING OBJECTIVES
In this training module, you will learn the proper methods for communicating with
motorists and relocating vehicles.
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MODULE OUTLINEMODULE OUTLINE The “Move It” Law What to do if motorist refuses to move Safe Zone Setup When to push When not to push Where to relocate vehicles Motorists with special needs Minor Fender Benders
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THE “MOVE IT” LAWTHE “MOVE IT” LAWThe 2003 Florida Statutes
Title XXIII Chapter 316MOTOR VEHICLES STATE UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL
316.071 Disabled vehicles obstructing traffic.—Whenever a vehicle is disabled on any street or highway within the state or for any reason obstructs the regular flow of traffic, the driver shall move the vehicle so as not to obstruct the regular flow of traffic or, if he or she cannot move the vehicle alone, solicit help and move the vehicle so as not to obstruct the regular flow of traffic. Any person failing to comply with the provisions of this section shall be cited for a nonmoving violation, punishable as provided in chapter 318.
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THE “MOVE IT” LAW (cont’d)THE “MOVE IT” LAW (cont’d)
If vehicle is obstructing traffic or is in a dangerous location, push or tow vehicle to a safe area prior to providing service
Inform disabled vehicle driver of dangers of remaining in travel lane
Inform driver of Florida Statute 316.071 (Move It Law)
Hand driver “Move It” Card
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THE “MOVE IT” LAW (cont’d)THE “MOVE IT” LAW (cont’d)
Advise motorist prior to towing or pushing vehicle that this service is being provided free of charge as a courtesy of the Florida Department of Transportation
If motorist refuses to allow vehicle to be relocated, set up a safe lane closure using arrow board and traffic cones, call FHP for assistance and wait for FHP to arrive; make sure to tell FHP the motorist refused to move.
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THE “MOVE IT” LAW (cont’d)THE “MOVE IT” LAW (cont’d)
Road Rangers must not allow passengers to ride in a towed vehicle.
If there are too many passengers in the vehicle, Operators should call FHP for assistance.
If FHP will be delayed, call for another Road Ranger to assist in transporting passengers.
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WITH MOTORIST’S PERMISSIONWITH MOTORIST’S PERMISSION
Push or tow vehicle to safe drop off area or to side of interstate if breakdown location is hazardous
Never leave vehicle in worse position than you found it
Designated Safe Havens will be identified along patrol beats that can be utilized when motorists feel unsafe where they are
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SAFE AREASSAFE AREAS
Safe areas along the freeway are defined as:
1.The right shoulder area well to right of travel lane
2.Accident Investigation Sites, if available
3.FDOT designated drop off areas
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SAFE ZONE SET UPSAFE ZONE SET UP
Flashing amber lights, and arrow board with appropriate display must be used when servicing vehicle in hazardous location or when truck is blocking traffic lane(s)
Disabled vehicles should be parked with wheels turned away from roadway and parking brake set if possible
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SAFE ZONE SET UP (cont’d)SAFE ZONE SET UP (cont’d)Lane ClosureLane Closure
Set arrow board to arrow mode, set out traffic cones. Use 4 cones starting at front of disabled vehicle and continue to back of Road Ranger vehicle
Use remaining cones to taper from back of Road Ranger vehicle across traffic lane with 25 ft. spacing) between cones (8 paces and 1 ft. in for each cone)
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SAFE ZONE SET UP (cont’d)SAFE ZONE SET UP (cont’d)Shoulder SetupShoulder Setup
Set arrow board to 4 points mode Set out 4 traffic cones starting at back of
Road Ranger vehicle and continue in straight line with 25 ft. spacing (8 paces)
An additional cone can be placed in middle of shoulder to prevent cars driving thru.
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SAFE ZONE SET UP (cont’d)SAFE ZONE SET UP (cont’d)
Lane lines can be used as measuring guide
Lane lines are 40 ft. from start of one line to start of next one (10 ft. white line and 30 ft. space)
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WHEN TO PUSH VEHICLESWHEN TO PUSH VEHICLES
If vehicle is stalled in a lane adjacent to right shoulder or center median and traffic speed is slow enough to push vehicle safely
If directed to push vehicle by FHP Officer on scene
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WHEN NOT TO PUSH VEHICLESWHEN NOT TO PUSH VEHICLES
If disabled vehicle is on an on-ramp or off-ramp.
If motorist refuses to be pushed. Do not push vehicles off freeway. Only
push to right shoulder or center median. Do not push vehicles downhill.
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WHEN NOT TO PUSH VEHICLES WHEN NOT TO PUSH VEHICLES (cont’d)(cont’d)
Do not push if vehicle is not freewheeling (i.e. flat tire, transmission locked, steering problems, etc.).
When you are unable to communicate with driver.
Never push a vehicle that obscures vision in pushing direction. Such vehicles should be towed.
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WHEN NOT TO PUSH VEHICLES WHEN NOT TO PUSH VEHICLES (cont’d)(cont’d)
When vehicle bumper and push bumper do not line up.
When manufacturer recommends vehicle not be pushed due to design of car or bumper.
For purpose of “jump starting” a manual transmission vehicle.
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PUSHING PROCEDURESPUSHING PROCEDURES
You must be able to communicate with driver.
Identify why vehicle is disabled. Is driver capable of steering and braking
disabled vehicle?
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PUSHING PROCEDURES (cont’d)PUSHING PROCEDURES (cont’d)
Assure bumper alignment and note any prior bumper damage.
Notify motorist of pre-existing damage. Record damage on Activity Log.
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INSTRUCTIONS TO DRIVERINSTRUCTIONS TO DRIVER
Ignition key in “on” position Transmission in neutral Emergency brake released Have driver apply service brake Tell driver where he/she will be pushed to Instruct driver not to make any erratic or
abrupt stops or turns
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INSTRUCTIONS TO DRIVER INSTRUCTIONS TO DRIVER (cont’d)(cont’d)
Do not have driver try to start vehicle by releasing clutch while being pushed
Inform driver not to brake abruptly Have driver use rear-view mirror to watch
for instructions from Operator
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INSTRUCTIONS TO DRIVER INSTRUCTIONS TO DRIVER (cont’d)(cont’d)
Have driver release service brake when contact is made, bumper to bumper prior to pushing
Advise driver that when brake pedal is applied, it may be harder than normal to stop car with engine off (no power brakes)
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INSTRUCTIONS TO DRIVER INSTRUCTIONS TO DRIVER (cont’d)(cont’d)
Advise driver that steering vehicle may be harder than normal with engine off (no power steering)
Instruct driver to set emergency brake and put vehicle in park or in gear when they get to the pre-determined location and vehicle comes to a complete stop.
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INSTRUCTIONS TO DRIVER INSTRUCTIONS TO DRIVER (cont’d)(cont’d)
If pushing uphill, instruct driver not to let vehicle roll back.
Push vehicle slowly and to immediate shoulder or safe location
When pushing vehicle, do not maintain contact between vehicles through a turn, or over area where slope roadway changes
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INSTRUCTIONS TO DRIVER INSTRUCTIONS TO DRIVER (cont’d)(cont’d)
Back off and push again once vehicle has completed the turn, or is beyond the slope or grade change and stopped
Allow vehicle to coast to final stop at pre-determined location.
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INSTRUCTIONS TO DRIVER INSTRUCTIONS TO DRIVER (cont’d)(cont’d)
Re-inspect bumper and note any damage.
Advise driver of any damage noted. Road Ranger should immediately report
any damage caused by towing or pushing to the Supervisor regardless of how minor damage is. Broken lug nuts, dents and scratches, are all examples of damage.
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CONSIDERATIONS FOR MOTORISTS CONSIDERATIONS FOR MOTORISTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDSWITH SPECIAL NEEDS
Assistance requires special considerations More vulnerable to danger because
movement may be hindered outside of vehicle
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CONSIDERATIONS FOR MOTORISTS CONSIDERATIONS FOR MOTORISTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDSWITH SPECIAL NEEDS
(cont’d)(cont’d) Use caution when towing or pushing
vehicles altered for handicapped Handicap modifications may prohibit
conventional towing or pushing
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MINOR NON-INJURY CRASHESMINOR NON-INJURY CRASHES
Vehicles involved in “fender benders” are subject to Move It Law.
Instruct drivers to not wait for law enforcement to arrive before moving vehicles out of travel lanes.
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DETERMINING IF VEHICLE DETERMINING IF VEHICLE SHOULD BE MOVEDSHOULD BE MOVED
Check for injuries. Notify FHP immediately if anyone is injured or killed
If there are no injuries and vehicles can be driven, have motorists drive vehicles off roadway onto shoulder and notify FHP, Dispatch or TMC, and/or provide driver’s exchange form.
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DETERMINING IF VEHICLE DETERMINING IF VEHICLE SHOULD BE MOVEDSHOULD BE MOVED
If vehicle can not be driven, push or tow vehicle to shoulder following the procedures previously discussed
Place Road Ranger vehicle behind disabled vehicles and set up a safe zone using arrow board and traffic cones