Built on the Job Site. Proven on Every Road.
We started with one crew and a commitment to doing traffic control right. Today we're one of the Northeast's most trusted flagging companies — and we still hold ourselves to the same standard.
Our Story
Right-Way Utility Service Providers Flagging was founded in 2017 by Anthony Barksdale the owner who saw firsthand how poor traffic control put workers and drivers at risk. Starting with a small team in the District of Columbia, we built our reputation one job site at a time — showing up on time, running tight operations, and never cutting corners on safety.
Over 10 years later, we've grown to serve contractors, municipalities, and state agencies across three Northeast states. Our crews have managed everything from routine shoulder work to complex multi-lane highway closures on some of the region's busiest corridors.
What hasn't changed is our standard: every flagger is certified, every plan is compliant, and every job site is safer because we're on it.
Leadership
Michael Torres
Founder & CEO
Former DOT crew supervisor with 20+ years in highway construction. Founded SafeZone in 2009 with a focus on safety-first operations.
Sandra Reyes
Director of Operations
Oversees daily dispatch, crew scheduling, and compliance across all five states. ATSSA instructor and OSHA 30 certified.
James Kowalski
Safety Manager
Manages all safety training, incident reporting, and DOT audit preparation. Former state highway inspector with 15 years of field experience.