Rhode Island Public 
Works Association

Upcoming Classes and Events

Due to health and safety reasons all RIPWA/LTAP classes are currently on hold.

From Delaware T2/LTAP Center (Eastern Time)

Winter Maintenance – Snow and Ice Control Workshops. Three, 2-hour modules– 2 – 4 PM Register for one, two, or all three modules!

Friday October 30th - Module 1 – Introduction to Snow and Ice Control: Introduction to snow and ice control Planning/program development

Monday November 2nd - Module 2 – Pre-Season Activities, Plowing and Post-Storm Activities: Pre-season activities Plowing and such Post storm activities

Thursday November 5th - Module 3 – Deicing, Anti-icing, Pre-wetting, and Liquids; Post Season Activities: Basics of freeze point depressants, deicing, anti-icing, pre-wetting, Abrasives Post season activities. For more details and to register go to:

https://mcusercontent.com/ad70f9f6180d0d4bce106ec96/files/16ad1861-4921-4539-aa7a-341d676792c5/SnowIceAnnouncementOnlineFall2020_.pdf

Concrete – Best Construction Practices

Monday November 9th - 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Topics will include a basic understanding of concrete properties and mixes, an examination of several failure modes, specifications for good results, temperature effects, and testing methods. For more details and to register go to:

https://mcusercontent.com/ad70f9f6180d0d4bce106ec96/files/cb18e0d0-579a-4ed9-9f43-90e261f22f3d/ConcreteBCPs2020Online.pdf

Addressing Work Zone Speed and Safety

Friday November 6th – 9:30 AM (10:30 AM Eastern)

Topics covered will include the effectiveness of various work zone countermeasures used to reduce speeds and address crashes in work zones. General countermeasures, such as dynamic speed feedback signs and transverse rumble strips, are presented along with the impacts of other work zone features on speed and driving behavior For more details and to register please go to https://iowaltap.iastate.edu/events/workzone_speed/

 

Incorporating Safety into Projects

Thursday November 12th – 12 PM (1 PM Eastern)

Applying the principles of road safety assessments and general observations to identify safety improvements that can be made during general maintenance operations and rehabilitation/reconstruction projects. For more details and to register please go to

https://iowaltap.iastate.edu/events/incorporating-safety-webinar/

Illinois Snow and Ice Control Training

PURPOSE: The course provides training to local agency personnel for their winter snow and ice
operations.

TOPICS COVERED: Planning for snow and ice operations, weather information sources, equipment,
snow and ice chemicals, chloride and the environment, level of service, and post storm activities.

LENGTH: 1 Hour

SESSIONS AVAILABLE:

FY2021-002
11/04/2020 from 8:30am-9:30am

FY2021-003
11/04/2020 from 10:30am-11:30am

FY2021-004
11/06/2020 from 8:30am-9:30am

FY2021-005
11/06/2020 from 10:30am-11:30am

 
Instructor: Tim Peters, Illinois Department of Transportation.

Tim has 28 years’ experience at the Illinois Department of Transportation. 22 years in the Bureau of Operations and the past 6 years in the Bureau of Local Roads and Streets.

To register and receive access information to this WebEx Training, please email the completed form to Barry.Kent@illinois.gov

Pavement Preservation Webinar Series through AASHTO TSP 2
Tuesday, December 1st
Topics:
J-Band Treatment to Eliminate/Reduce Centerline Joint Opening      
Bobby Betsold, All States Materials Group & Marcy Lucas, PennDOT
Good Construction Practices for Thin Lays                                                       
Greg Harder, Asphalt Institute
What Could/Should You Do for Pavement Evaluation Before Treatment?         
David Peshkin, Applied Pavement Technology

Registration link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7453818432209174796 [attendee.gotowebinar.com] 

Did you know that Rhode Island’s city and town employees have Free Access to over 190 online TC3 courses and training modules? This access is sponsored by the Federal Highway Administration.

What is it?

TC3 is a national resource that helps local agencies save money while reaping the benefits of optimal workforce development, including more productive and efficient construction and maintenance activity to deliver the highest-quality products to the roadway customer.

TC3 is dedicated to help protect against the loss of knowledge and prepare the workforce for advancements in technologies through quality training.

Who Does it Benefit?

• Local Agencies
• Human Resource Managers
• Transportation Agencies and MPOs
• Training Managers
• Planning Managers and Technicians
• Engineering Managers and Technicians

 What Topics Are Available?

• Employee Development
• Traffic and Safety
• Maintenance
• Materials
• Construction
• Pavement Preservation

How Do I Get Started?

You can browse and access TC3 courses by going to https://tc3.transportation.org/.

You will need an AASHTO account to register. Once registration is complete, you’ll have unlimited access to the curriculum!  Be sure to use the Promotion Code: D5X3-B3D9-52CB-4XCX.

Additional information, registration assistance, and Frequently Asked Questions can be found in the attached document, click here



LTAP centers across the nation have been busy creating new and innovative ways to share knowledge and information with local public agencies. Their non-stop collaborative efforts to come together, even as we all remain distanced, has resulted in an incredibly generous (and packed!) calendar of upcoming online opportunities.  

The Calendar of Upcoming Webinars can be found at https://nltapa.org/calendar/. The calendar is updated frequently so be sure to check back often!

Looking for More Great Opportunities?


ADA Basic Requirements, Self-Evaluations, and Transitional Plans for Public Rights of Way

Florida’s LTAP center has posted an online training video that reviews ADA requirements for local governments, self-evaluation, and developing transition plans.  It’s approximately 23 minutes long and is packed with great information!

To view the video please go to: https://youtu.be/xWETEi708Rs

 
National Highway Institute

NHI is offering FREE web-based training programs. Choose Web-Based Training from the “Choose Delivery Type Options” drop-down. Select your focus area(s) under “Choose Program Area Options”.   Some focus areas include Asset Management, Pavements and Materials, Business, Public Admin, and Quality, and more.

To take advantage of this great opportunity go to: https://www.nhi.fhwa.dot.gov/course-search

 
PublicWorksTraining . com

PublicWorksTraining.com was started by former LTAP center staff exploring methods to bring online training into the fields of transportation and public works. They’re offering a Cost-FREE license through May 30, 2020. Topics include Pre-Disaster Asset Documentation, Roadway Asset Management, Pavement Markings, Workplace Safety, Winter Operations, and more.

For more information go to: https://www.publicworkstraining.com/

APWA Education Resources 

APWA is offering open-access and discounts on select educational resources to all public works professionals – members and non-members - through May 25.  Offer includes Free access to the APWA Members’ Library, Free access to Click, Listen, & Learn webinars, and 20% discount on all eCourses (Use code LMS20 at checkout).

For more information please see the attachment (CLL_Flyer_LTAP) and go to: http://www.apwa.net/education/cll

 
FEMA Courses- Public Works Role in Emergency Management

A collaboration between APWA and FEMA Emergency Management Institute (EMI) led to the creation of four PUBLIC WORKS-centric FREE Interactive Web Based Courses:

IS-552  Public Works Role in Emergency Management

IS-554  Emergency Planning for Public Works

IS-556  Damage Assessment for Public Works

IS-558  Public Works and Disaster Recovery

The Ohio LTAP is offering the following FREE training opportunity:

Minnesota LTAP Self-Paced Online Classes
The Minnesota LTAP is offering three self-paced online classes free of charge through summer 2020. Registration is required to sign up for these classes. See below for class descriptions from the Minnesota LTAP's website. Please note, some class material may reference resources pertaining specifically to Minnesota.

Gravel Road Maintenance & Design
This course helps supervisory personnel and operators better understand the materials, techniques, and equipment needed for maintaining gravel roads. It will also review new techniques and ideas in gravel road maintenance. Click here for more information and to register.

Culvert Installation & Maintenance for Local Agencies
In this online course, students will learn about the purpose of well-designed, well-built, and well-maintained culverts. The course also highlights the important role culverts play in the drainage system and why proper installation, and maintenance are essential for well-performing culverts. The course will provide students with a basic understanding of the principles of culvert theory, design, location, planning, scheduling, permitting, and typical installations. It also outlines culvert inventory, inspection, repair, and rehabilitation methods. Click here for more information and to register.

Sign Maintenance & Management for Local Agencies
This course will help maintenance staff better understand sign materials, placement, installation, and retroreflectivity, as well as general maintenance and management practices. In addition, students will learn how to use and navigate the Minnesota Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MN MUTCD) and understand new federal requirements related to sign maintenance and management. Click here for more information and to register.



2021 Ocean State Construction and Equipment Show
Wednesday, May 26th, 2021
Crowne Plaza Warwick
 Click here for more information

If your R.I. DPW would like to request a class
please click here