Nevada Local Technical Assistance Program

Flagger Training – Sparks
2021-04-28 07:00 - 11:00, 2021-04-14 07:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Northern Nevada Laborers’ Training Center, 50 Wild Horse Canyon Dr, Sparks, NV, 89434, United States
This course is limited to personnel employed by northern Nevada agencies.
Laborers’ Local 169 co-sponsors this 4-hour certification course, which has been approved by the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) and covers procedures for flaggers working on NDOT projects. All flaggers on these projects must have a certification of training in their possession while working. Topics include work zone hazards and safety; state regulations; flagging personal protective equipment; and flagging procedures.
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Practical Math Workshop
2021-04-26 08:00 - 2021-04-27 10:00
Register now for Nevada LTAP’s free online training for Practical Math: Using Common Math Skills to Solve Everyday Problems on the Job. This two-part workshop is being held on April 26th and 27th (8:00–10:0 am PT both days), and builds on basic math skills to solve common on the job problems.
This workshop is for anyone who needs to solve common on the job problems—using the math you already know! Whether you love it, hate it, or are ambivalent about math—the simple things you already can do will help you to produce units of measure like the volume of a cylinder, the square footage of an area; flatten a slope, or ascertain whether you have enough supplies or equipment on hand to finish a job, and more.
This course builds on basic math skills that you learned in earlier web-based training or proved mastery of by passing the opt-out exam. Then by using a step by step approach, complex problems you encounter at work will be broken down into manageable problems. You will identify what you need to know, what you already know, and how to proceed. You will be encouraged to ask questions, work through some problems, and build your confidence in what you can do.
At the end of this workshop, you will be able to:

Perform calculations by using the proper order of math processes.
Identify the best solution path for job-related word problems.
Convert a problem into a mathematical equation.
Calculate formulas to solve typical job-related math problems.

Local Road Safety Plan Lunch Table
2021-04-14 08:30 - 09:30, 2021-03-10 08:30 - 09:30, 2021-02-10 08:30 - 09:30
Is your community developing a Local Road Safety Plan (LRSP)? Join UNH T2 and other municipalities going through the process, as well as special guests from FHWA Safety office, to discuss the process! Share questions, ideas, and best practices for gathering safety data, considering countermeasures, and completing a LRSP. Collaborate with your public works peers towards safer roads in your community.

The Lunch Table will meet from 8:30a-9:30 AM PT the second Wednesday of each month:

Feb 10, 2021 08:30 AM
Mar 10, 2021 08:30 AM
Apr 14, 2021 08:30 AM
May 12, 2021 08:30 AM
Jun 9, 2021 08:30 AM
Jul 14, 2021 08:30 AM

Pavement Preservation & Recycling Alliance webinar: Setting & Achieving Road Network Goals, Featuring Kent County, MI
2021-04-08 10:30 - 11:30
Six years ago, The Kent County, Michigan Road Commission set out to improve their primary road network of nearly 660 miles. This ten-year goal, moving from 65% rated “Good” or “Fair” to 90%, came on the heels of a state transportation funding increase. With the influx of revenue, decision makers asked themselves, “How are we going to use that money and what can we realistically achieve?”
Today, Kent County is on track to meet expectations. Join us as road commission representatives share their story and the strategies they have taken to accomplish this monumental achievement. In addition the Michigan county’s successes, participants of this webinar will walk away with free tools and resources on RoadResource.org that deliver on the same principles and concepts used by Kent County. Learn to put these tools to work for your own road network.
As 2021 continues with surprises and uncertainties in economic and infrastructure support, it is more important than ever for road managers to understand real-life methods to improve road networks– whether budgets are increased or decreased for the year.

Constructing a Quality Crack Treatment
2021-04-06 13:00 - 15:00
Constructing quality crack treatments is essential if you are to use your agency’s resources effectively and efficiently. Quality crack treatment steps include:

Selecting the right projects and materials.
Conducting adequate crack preparation.
Applying a treatment following best practices.
Inspecting the work.
Identifying and troubleshooting issues that arise during the project.

This training is appropriate for anyone who constructs or inspects crack treatments, including crack filling and sealing. There is a mandatory 10-minute online training participants complete prior to attending the web conference. This makes the class accessible for all experience levels.

Project Selection: What Pavements Are Good Candidates for Preservation? web conference
2021-03-31 08:00 - 11:00
A successful pavement preservation program is built upon an agency’s ability to select the right pavements for pavement preservation. This 3-hour training identifies core decision-making factors for project selection, focusing on the types of distress and pavement/environmental conditions encountered in Nevada. The training also describes additional factors the agency can include in the selection process based on its pavement data collection program and pavement management software capabilities.
By the end of the training, you will be able to:

Describe distresses common to flexible pavements.
Identify factors to consider when selecting projects for pavement preservation.
Describe the condition of a pavement using pavement data.

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CalAPA Asphalt 101 Webinar
2021-03-24 09:00 - 2021-03-25 12:00
CalAPA’s enormously popular “Asphalt Pavement 101” class is a good overview of everything asphalt, touching on how asphalt pavements are designed, constructed and maintained. The half-day class is taught by Roger Smith, a former senior materials engineer with Caltrans and the Asphalt Institute, as well as a former executive director of CalAPA.

Pesticide Applicator Training – Reno
2021-03-23 08:30 - 2021-03-24 16:00 | Grand Sierra Resort, 2500 E. 2nd Street, Nevada Foyer Room, Reno, NV, 89595, United States
This session is now full and closed.
A state-issued license to control pests and apply pesticides is required under Nevada state law. Licenses are issued by the Nevada Department of Agriculture. You must complete a general competency exam and a category exam prior to obtain the license.
This 2-day training prepares you to become a professional pest control applicator and pass the license examination. The class explains pest control and pesticide safety concepts. Topics include safe pesticide handling practices, herbicide classification, environmental protection, and noxious weed control. It also prepares you for the G-4 (Terrestial Weed) category examination.
The training program is approved for Nevada Continuing Education Units (CEU’s). For license renewal, twelve credit hours are required in a 4-year period.
Attend this class if you prepare, store, handle, or apply pesticides or supervise those who use pesticides. This includes:

Road maintenance and construction workers.
Current pesticide applicators seeking Continuing Education Units (CEUs) or license renewal.
Government agency personnel who need to obtain their pest control license.

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Constructing Thin Surface Treatments for Asphalt Pavements Web Conference
2021-03-18 13:00 - 15:00
Choosing the proper surface treatment can add life to your pavements and make the best use of your agency’s pavement preservation budget. This free 2-hour web conference introduces thin surface treatments, including slurry seals, microsurfacing, and chip seals.
By the end of the training, you will be able to:

Describe the types of distresses best addressed by each treatment.
Describe recommended materials and mixtures for each treatment.
Describe recommended construction procedures for each treatment.
State typical performance concerns for each treatment.

Arkansas LTAP Asphalt Paving webinar Part 2: Placement and Compaction
2021-03-18 11:30 - 13:30
This course continues the discussion of best practices in asphalt paving, specifically focusing on placement and compaction. Longitudinal joints and construction joints are also included, as well as inspection and troubleshooting. Following these best practices will help to create a smooth and consistent asphalt mat that serves the traveling public for years to come.

Arkansas LTAP Asphalt Paving webinar Part 1: Equipment and Preparation
2021-03-17 11:30 - 13:30
This course introduces the equipment and preparation necessary for a quality asphalt paving project. By understanding best practices for paving, a consistent, high-quality mat can be constructed that will serve the public for many years. Calculations for estimating mix quantities and needed equipment are also included in this webinar.

Iowa LTAP webinar: Keep Your Pavements Zipped-Up! Best Practices for Long-Lasting Longitudinal Joints
2021-03-12 10:00 - 11:00
Guest speaker: Greg Duncan, Applied Pavement Technology, Inc.
Longitudinal joint distress is often a driver in the need to rehabilitate a roadway. This webinar will address causes for the distress along with innovative construction options that can mitigate longitudinal joint distress and repair methods to correct the distress and prolong the need for rehabilitation. The intended audience includes people working in the pavement maintenance, specification development, and construction inspection roles.

FHWA Webinar: Safe System Approach
2021-03-10 08:00 - 11:30
The Federal Highway Administration Office of Safety invites you to a webinar presentation on the Safe System Approach (SSA). This webinar will provide an overview of SSA with background, principles, key elements, and examples; using a presentation that FHWA intends for their partners to use in spreading awareness of SSA. This webinar will also provide a walk-through for how to use the presentation. FHWA recognizes that reaching zero is a shared responsibility and will require a significant effort by everyone.

Excavation and Trenching Safety Web Conference (Day 2)
2021-03-10 08:00 - 10:30
This 2 day (March 9-10, 8–10:30am PT each day) comprehensive training program was developed by the American Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) to educate on the hazards found in trench and excavation work in the transportation construction industry.
By the end of the training session, you will be able to:

Identify basic hazards associated with trenching & excavation
Explain how protective systems work and how they protect workers
Describe inspection requirements, duties of the “Competent Person”, and other safety considerations in trenching & excavation work

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World of Asphalt: People, Plants & Paving Digital Conference
2021-03-09 08:00 - 2021-03-11 13:00
Top industry experts will share the latest technologies and business advice to enhance your operations:

60 expert-led sessions to choose from
On-demand session distribution after the event
Live Q&A with industry professionals and peers
Professional Development Hours (PDHs) available
PEOPLE
Focuses on the important skills necessary to manage and coach personnel to their maximum performance.

PLANTS
Experts will discuss how to evaluate and improve plant performance and to keep the plant operating at peak levels.

PAVING
Learn important techniques to construct safe and smooth quality pavements at optimum efficiency and enhanced profitability.

PAVEMENT PRESERVATION
Learn techniques used to extend the life of pavements such as seal coats, in-place recycling, and crack sealing.

ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, SAFETY & SUSTAINABILITY (EHS&S)
Obtain the tools, best practices, and innovations to build a world-class EHS&S culture. These sessions are tailored to the EHS&S professionals at asphalt plants and sites.

Excavation and Trenching Safety Web Conference (Day 1)
2021-03-09 08:00 - 10:30

Minnesota LTAP Webinar: Asphalt Pavement Rehabilitation: Products, Processes, and Strategies
2021-02-26 07:00 - 13:00
This workshop is designed to provide an overview of the available technology and tools that make implementing an effective asphalt pavement rehabilitation program feasible. A successful pavement rehabilitation program encompasses a full range of rehabilitation strategies as well as maintenance treatments, with the goal of enhancing pavement performance (ride, quality, safety, service life, etc.) and life (LCC, pavement durability).
This workshop has recently been updated to provide attendees with the most current information, tools, and technologies. It offers attendees guidance through the project development process to provide agencies with the information they need to successfully select, develop, and construct the best rehabilitation process for their selected roadways.
The training consists of two parts:

Part I will focus on topics relevant to planning, design, and pavement management staff.
Part II will focus on topics relevant to construction and maintenance staff, as well as project inspection/project management.

Engineers, managers, supervisors, and technicians responsible for pavement maintenance, design, and construction are encouraged to attend.
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CalAPA Webinar: Quality Asphalt Paving
2021-02-23 09:00 - 11:30
Back by popular demand is our training class on field paving best practices, “Quality HMA Paving,” which covers all the techniques, tips and tricks for delivering a successful asphalt paving job. Our instructor, Skip Brown, has decades of experience as owner of a paving company and has personally supervised the placement of more than 4 million tons of asphalt on roadways in California. All attendees of the class will receive a digital reference book and certificate of completion.

Olson Engineering Webinar: Geophysical Methods for Assessment of Embankment Dams
2021-02-23 09:00 - 10:00
Embankment dams and levees can present problems where geophysics can help assess the current state of the structure. The most common failure mechanisms in these earthen structures are internal erosion, overtopping, and failure induced from a seismic event. Geophysical methods are most applicable to the internal erosion and seismic induced failures, while related remote sensing technologies are more applicable to the overtopping issues. Internal erosion can occur when a flow path exists from one side of the dam to the other, then as the head difference increases, more material is removed leading to an increase in the diameter of the erosion path until the dam fails. Seismic induced failures are typically tied to earthquakes. In this presentation detection of voids and internal erosion pathways by spontaneous potential (SP), electromagnetic induction, electrical resistivity tomography (ERT), and ground penetrating radar will be discussed. For assessment of seismic failure risks, crosshole seismic, downhole seismic, and multichannel analysis of surface waves (MASW) will be discussed. For assessment of overtopping failure potential, LiDAR, photogrammetry, and GPS will be briefly discussed as well as slope stability monitoring with interferometric phase radar.

NHI 131139: Constructing and Inspecting Asphalt Paving Projects (Virtual)
2021-02-22 07:30 - 2021-02-25 11:00
Nevada LTAP hosts this four-day virtual course (7:30–11 am PT), free to local agencies, from February 22 to 25, 2021.
National Highway Institute (NHI) 131139 introduces asphalt pavement construction best practices, from the importance of understanding project administration roles and responsibilities to the most vital elements of laydown operations and compaction. Participants learn contract administration techniques, recognize proper construction practices, identify construction issues and their source, determine the impact of construction issues on performance, and select communication strategies for contractors, consultants, and superiors. They can then apply the knowledge and skills to maximize quality on construction projects.
The importance of a proactive approach to managing and inspecting construction projects is emphasized at every stage. This includes quickly addressing problems, implementing corrective actions, and documenting communications between the agency and contractor.
This course is eligible as a substitute for the NVLTAP Road Scholar elective course, Asphalt Paving Technology & Maintenance.
This course is designed for participants who ensure a project is built to the owner’s specifications. Participants can be relatively new to asphalt or general project inspection. Participants with broader experience can also take the course to learn about innovative asphalt pavement construction technologies, participate in class discussions, and share successful practices. The primary audience are local agency inspectors involved in the preconstruction, construction, and review of asphalt paving projects. Multi-district or region attendance is encouraged to get a broader range of perspectives and ideas.
Click here for further information. There are 10 seats remaining. The course is free, but register soon because this course will fill up fast!

Flagger Training – Las Vegas
2021-02-20 07:00 - 11:30 | NV, United States
The Southern Nevada Laborers Union co-sponsors this 4-hour certification course, which has been approved by the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) and covers procedures for flaggers working on NDOT projects. All flaggers on these projects must have a certification of training in their possession while working. Topics include work zone hazards and safety; state regulations; flagging personal protective equipment; and flagging procedures.
Click here for registration information.

Pothole Patching and Repair Web Conference
2021-02-18 08:30 - 10:30
Using proper patching and repair techniques can improve structural integrity and restore rideability for pavements experiencing local failures. This free 2-hour web conference compares partial- and full-depth repair techniques and the materials used to implement them. By the end of the training, you will be able to:

Describe the types of distresses best addressed by each treatment.
Describe recommended materials and mixtures for each treatment.
Describe recommended construction procedures and key quality control activities for each treatment.

New York State LTAP Webinar: Application Rates for Snow and Ice Chemicals
2021-02-16 06:00 - 07:00
During the winter, we use salt and other chemicals to help with snow and ice control operations. We need to use the correct amount of chemicals to improve safety without creating an environmental hazard. During this webinar, CLRP Circuit Rider Jim Craw will provide basic information on setting application rates for your snow and ice control chemicals.

Keeping Your Agency (and You!) Out of Court – Web Conference
2021-02-09 09:00 - 2021-02-11 11:00
Do you know how to do your job in a way that minimizes liability for yourself and the agency? Join this class to discover practical tips for every level of the organization.
This instructor-led virtual workshop introduces essential components of tort liability and risk management to transportation workers. In three 2-hour sessions you will increase your knowledge of assessing and managing the risk of tort liability, considering negligence, documenting your work, and preparing for court if necessary.
You will explore a variety of scenarios and case studies in this highly engaging and interactive class. Claims and lawsuit case studies include traffic control devices, work zones, roadside conditions, roadway design, and pedestrian incidents.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:

Explain the implications of tort liability risk for roadway agencies.

(Key topics: tort, duty, reasonableness, standard of care, negligence, and the four elements necessary for tort action to proceed to trial)

Describe the elements of the tort liability process.

(Key topics: discovery, depositions, steps in a trial, and handling contacts from outside the agency)

Identify at least five common roadway and pedestrian hazards and propose countermeasures for each hazard.

(Key topics: tort liability risk, enterprise-wide strategies, personal responsibility and strategies, and risk reduction techniques)
This training is recommended for transportation agency personnel who need to manage risk and may be involved in legal proceedings. This can include:

State and local roadway engineers and technicians involved in design, construction, traffic operations, and maintenance.
Public works directors.
Roadway maintenance foremen and supervisors.
Elected officials.

Keeping Your Agency (and You) Out of Court is a required course of the Road Scholar Program.

Maryland Transportation Technology (T2) Center Seminar: Traffic Calming
2021-02-09 06:00 - 12:00
The Maryland Transportation Technology (T2) Center is offering this 1-day training seminar instructed by Dane Ismart on the principles and practices of Traffic Calming. This Traffic Calming seminar is designed to present a broad-based understanding of traffic calming philosophy and measures while recognizing and preserving the function of roadways. This course is adapted toward state and local government officials and employees who are charged with enhancing roadway safety.
The seminar will focus on the appropriateness and effectiveness of various traffic calming measures as well as the specifics of designing such measures to achieve their desired effect. Attendees will work on a workshop to develop appropriate traffic calming solutions for a neighborhood. Upon completion of the workshop session, the participants will present their solutions to the class. The goal of the course is that participants will leave with a basic understanding of what traffic calming is, and what issues are typically encountered when using traffic calming techniques. Students will receive a course notebook.

New York State LTAP Webinar: Controlling Potential Drainage Problems
2021-02-09 06:00 - 07:00
The key to good roads is drainage. The key to good drainage is controlling potential drainage problems before they become serious. In this session, CLRP Director David Orr will cover the most common drainage problems on highways and offer some simple solutions.

Road Safety 365 Web Conference
2021-02-02 08:00 - 2021-02-03 10:30
Reducing the number and severity of crashes on local and rural roadways is a number one priority for most agencies. The FHWA Office of Safety developed “Road Safety 365” to provide local and rural agencies with practical and effective ways to incorporate safety solutions into daily activities and the project development process.
This free two-day course, delivered virtually February 2–3 (8:00-10:00 a.m. PT), explores how construction, maintenance, and other activities can impact roadway safety and provides practical guidance for improving road safety that is specifically geared to local road projects and day-to-day activities.
After attending training, you will be able to:

Identify safety issues unique to local agencies.
Describe ways to incorporate and implement practical safety solutions during projects and maintenance.
Identify common challenges to improving road safety and list existing resources to address them.
Describe practical and low-cost countermeasures to improve safety.
Identify methods to inform decision makers about practical ways to improve safety on local roads.
Explain some of the potential components of a “safety culture” and describe what it means to have a “safety attitude.”
Demonstrate how to “read the road.”
Describe the role of the Strategic Highway Safety Plan and the importance of a Local Road Safety Plan.

This program is designed for all public works directors, road and highway supervisors and foremen, transportation engineers and other safety professionals. Participants will learn practical ways to “read the road” to improve safety and save lives!
