What should you do to accommodate bicyclists while flagging?

• A. Direct bicyclists to the opposing bike lane or shoulder when vehicle traffic is stopped.
• B. Ignore bicyclists and let them ride in the roadway.
• C. Direct bicyclists to ride with traffic.
• D. Flaggers must dismount and walk beside bicyclists.

Answer: (A)

Accommodating bicyclists means guiding them to a safe, designated space so they’re not in the same area as stopped or moving vehicles. The best practice is to direct bicyclists to the bike lane or shoulder on the opposite side when vehicle traffic is stopped. This keeps cyclists out of the travel lane, reduces the risk of being struck by turning or approaching vehicles, and preserves a predictable flow for everyone in the work zone.

Ignoring bicyclists or letting them ride in the roadway creates unnecessary danger. Telling them to ride with traffic in the travel lane places them in a position where drivers may not expect cyclists. Requiring a flagger to dismount and walk beside bicyclists isn’t a standard requirement and would unnecessarily slow the operation.