Signs and Pavement Markings are key elements in our transportation system. The proper installation, operation and maintenance of Signs and Pavement Markings is vital. Knowledgeable inspection of Signs and Pavement Markings is required to ensure that proper/specified construction practices are followed and to limit the liability exposure for governmental agencies associated with malfunctioning traffic signals.

Safety Links is an authorized provider for the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA).

We offer IMSA’s Signs and Markings Level I course which is designed to teach each participant the basic principles behind Signs and Pavement Marking.

The Level I Signs and Marking course mainly covers the signs and markings components of the Federal Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). More specifically this course covers:

•  Regulatory signs
• Warning signs
• Guide signs
• Tourist oriented directional signs
• Markings and markers
• Traffic control in school areas
• Bicycle traffic control devices
• Safety and temporary traffic control
• Installation of signs and markings
• Emergency management signing and appendices

In addition to the MUTCD, the following publications are referenced in the course.

• FHWA's Standard Highway Signs

• FHWA's Standard Alphabets for Highway Signs and Pavement Markings

•  TRB's NCHRP Synthesis 157: Maintenance Management of Street and Highway Signs

•  ITE's Traffic Engineering Handbook

These seminars will increase the knowledge of the students which will enhance the safety of motorists, pedestrians, workers, and the general public, and reduce tort liability.

These certifications are recommended for those who are involved in the traffic signs and pavement marking industry. The materials and seminars are a valuable resource for people seeking training to expand their knowledge in design, installation, and maintenance of guide, regulatory, and warning signs. Placement and installation of pavement marking materials is also covered.

In Florida, a current Intermediate or Advanced Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) certificate. (click here to learn more)

Outside of FL, IMSA Work Zone Traffic Control Safety Certification is required.

One (1) year of traffic operations experience.

IMSA is the oldest known association of its kind in the world and dates back to October 1896. The basic purpose of the organization was to keep its members and others in the profession, up-to-date on proper procedures of construction and maintenance of signal systems and informed on new products and equipment developments. In September 1937, the organization name was officially changed to the “International Municipal Signal Association” (I.M.S.A.).

IMSA also offers educational and certification programs in Traffic Signals, Work Zone Traffic Control, Municipal and Interior Fire Alarm systems, and Public Safety Dispatcher. At this time we do not offer any IMSA course other than Signs and Markings.

These seminars will increase the knowledge of the students which will enhance the safety of motorists, pedestrians, workers, and the general public, and reduce tort liability.