NLTAPA

Traffic Signal Design and Operation Webinar
2020-09-29 09:00 - 17:00, 2020-09-28 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Online Webinar
There is a need to understand that the congestion and delays that exist on our streets and roadways can be better managed with a thorough understanding of effective traffic signal timing and optimization. Well-developed, designed, implemented, maintained, and operated traffic signal control projects are essential to this process. Engineering tools are available to design, optimize, analyze, and simulate traffic flow. This course addresses the application of the “Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices” (MUTCD) to intersection displays, as well as signal timing, computerized traffic signal systems, control strategies, integrated systems, traffic control simulation, and optimization software. The course is divided into two primary parts: Traffic Signal Timing and Design, and Traffic Signal Systems.
The Webinar is targeted to Traffic engineering personnel from State, Federal, and local agencies involved in planning, design, operation or maintenance of traffic signals or traffic signal systems. The course will not assume any prior knowledge of computers and thus will describe the theory of operation and the manner in which it can be applied to traffic signal controls.
When you complete the course, you will be able to:

List the steps required to plan, design, and implement a signalized intersection
Devise an appropriate data collection plan for planning, designing, and operating a signalized intersection
Perform a warrant analysis using the MUTCD warrants, including local policies
Design basic phasing of the intersection – which movements will get a separate phase, and how they are numbered
Calculate signal timing at the design stage for both actuated and coordinated operational strategies, including pedestrian clearance intervals
Determine location of signal displays
Select signal-related signs and pavement markings, including turning-movement signs and advance warning signs

Registration:https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=wF36DW8DFUaZ5JSvgi8rhM2DKVY1dbtIqCvlfncowdhUNjNLS1pJVUtFMzhSUEdDM0ZSODFYNERTQS4u

Federal Highway Administration’s Every Day Counts Executive Session
2020-09-23 14:30 - 16:00 | Online Webinar
The Every Day Counts (EDC) program has changed the way we engage people, products and processes. For nearly 10 years, FHWA has worked with our stakeholders and partners to achieve tangible successes for the highway community, and the Americans who travel our roads every day. If you’re already familiar with EDC innovations, then you know that real game changers come from this program. For example, in EDC 3-4, the deployment of e-Construction helped lead to savings on average of $40,000 per project and 1.78 hours of staff time per day. Currently, 46 states are using e-Construction and enjoying these benefits as a result. And that is just one example.
On September 23rd at 2:30 pm EDT, FHWA will be hosting a virtual meeting to provide an introduction to the EDC-6 initiatives. All FHWA staff are welcome to participate in this event, and we encourage you to share this invitation with your STIC members, transportation partners, and stakeholders. Additional information and factsheets on these initiatives can be found on the EDC web site.
Register here!

Hydraulic Modeling with Application to Bridges and Stations (Webinar)
2020-09-23 13:30 - 2020-09-24 16:30 | Online Webinar
This online training presents a balance between theory and professional practice, presenting the use of tools for hydraulic design following the Puerto Rico Hydrological-Hydraulic Studies Guidelines, approved by the Planning Board and the Natural and Environmental Resources of Puerto Rico Department. Furthermore, the new base flood maps adopted by the government, the application to bridges and floodable area will also be included. The knowledge is applied along with computer modeling using the HEC-RAS program.
*This webinar will be offered in SPANISH*

NJLTAP – Grant Management for Federal-aid Projects (Webinar)
2020-09-23 09:00 - 12:00 | Online Webinar
Are you the recipient of Federal-aid funds through the New Jersey Department of Transportation Division of Local Aid and Economic Development? NJDOT and/or the Metropolitan Planning Organizations currently administer these Federal Aid Programs:

Local Lead
Transportation Enhancements
Safe Routes to School
Emergency Relief
Transportation Alternatives
Local Safety/High Risk Rural Roads

This course is designed for recipients of these types of grants. The effective and efficient “management” of the funds received from such a grant is critical to insuring future eligibility and reimbursement. This course highlights for the administrator and grant coordinator key requirements and responsibilities that must be met as a condition to the grant.
The course will delve into the basic financial, administrative, and project related requirements including practical means of satisfying these requirements in an uncomplicated manner. Common problem areas, potential solutions and avoidance measures will be a part of the group discussion. This workshop’s objective is to greatly enhance the grant recipient’s performance and eligibility for successful, full reimbursement of funding.
Register at https://cait.rutgers.edu/event/njltap-grant-management-september/

Highway Inspection Procedures for Federal-aid Projects (Webinar)
2020-09-22 09:00 - 12:00 | Online Webinar
This course is designed specifically for project engineers, project inspectors, supervisors and those in responsible charge of Federal-aid construction projects. It presents essential requirements and procedures for insuring conformance with contract plans and specifications including records and documentation necessary to facilitate reimbursement to recipients of federal funds.
The course includes interactive discussions of on-the-job experiences, key elements of construction, effective inspections and project management, and specific guidance for such critical issues as: Source Documentation; Responsible Charge; Contract Time; Contract Changes; Buy America; Pedestrian Facilities and ADA Compliance; and DBE Program.
This is a ‘must have’ course for County, Municipal, and Consultant personnel at every level who may be responsible for ensuring on-time project completion, conformance with plans and meeting eligibility criteria for federal reimbursement.
Register at https://cait.rutgers.edu/event/njltap-highway-inspection-procedures-september/

General NPDES Permit for Construction Activities (Webinar)
2020-09-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2020-09-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Online Webinar
Introduce and familiarize the audience with the requirements of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) general construction permit to prevent contamination of storm water and runoff from construction activities.
Submit the steps and requirements to applying for General Construction Permit (GCP) coverage under the Stormwater Program NPDES permit. You will learn how to evaluate your particular case to conclude whether or not your project needs an NPDES permit and the templates/forms required. In addition, you will be presented with general strategies and practices (BMP’s) that prevent and reduce pollution from runoff and storm water from construction sites.
*This webinar will be offered in SPANISH*
Promo and Registration: https://mailchi.mp/8509fcea9b77/permiso-general-npdes-para-actividades-de-construccion-2624587

Fourth Annual Ohio Roundabouts Conference – Virtual
2020-09-18 10:00 - 11:30 | Online Webinar
Join other roundabout practitioners and enthusiasts for eleven virtual conference sessions on all things roundabout!
The conference will kick off on Friday, September 18th, with a session by Hillary Isebrands, PE, FHWA National Roundabouts Expert. It will continue throughout National Roundabouts
Week and more with sessions tailored in no more than 90-minute blocks. All sessions and topics are listed below.
Please register for the sessions which interest you and fit your schedule. You do not need to register for sessions to only receive a link to the recording. Everyone who registers for a minimum of one session will receive links to all recordings once the conference completes. Participants completing a webinar will receive a certificate of participation with all information needed to submit for Ohio Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit. Certificates will be issued within a few days after each webinar completes.
Questions? ltap@dot.ohio.gov or 614-387-7359.
Registration link:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5490543663548647695

NJLTAP – Principles of Paving (Webinar)
2020-09-15 08:30 - 2020-09-16 12:00 | Online Webinar
This will be 2-day (3.5 hours each session) program. Participants are welcome to join any of the two parts however a certificate of attendance will only be issued to those that attend the full session on both days. Please sign in using your full name to receive credit.
Log on instructions for both sessions will be in your registration confirmation. If you do not receive immediate confirmation, please check your SPAM folder or email barbara.morgan@soe.rutgers.edu
This course is for municipal or county employees and those that work with them who are involved in the planning, inspecting and placing of asphalt pavements. The course will provide the information needed to properly plan and monitor a hot mix asphalt paving project. Basic knowledge of hot mix asphalt materials and example construction specifications will be provided. The importance of proper roadway preparation to obtain a long lasting product will be discussed. A basic understanding of the design, delivery, placement, and compaction process in paving operations will be provided.
Intended Audience: Public Works employees who plan, supervise and inspect Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) and Stone Matric Asphalt (SMA) rehabilitation projects for local governments.

Asphalt Mixture Design (Webinar)
2020-09-10 10:00 - 2020-09-11 12:00 | Online Webinar
To be able to make decisions in the laboratory and in construction projects using the knowledge acquired in the workshop and know how to select the type of asphalt and aggregates, knowing their effects on the properties of the mix. Ability to perform the proportioning, volumetric analysis, and evaluation of the mix, using the guides for different types of mix, increase the useful life of the pavement through an efficient design of the asphalt mix and analyze the specifications to understand how they affect the quality of the mix.
*This webinar will be offered in SPANISH*
Promo and Registration: https://mailchi.mp/09f6909c6e99/diseo-de-mezclas-asflticas-2624940

Designing Pedestrian Facilities for Accessibility – online
2020-08-26 10:00 - 2020-08-28 12:00 | Online Webinar
Facilities in the public right-of-way (including walkways, ramps, curb ramps and landings, crosswalks, and pedestrian overpasses and underpasses) must be designed, constructed and maintained to serve all users. To meet the needs of all users, those involved with designing, building and maintaining infrastructure need a clear understanding of the wide range of abilities that occur within the population and the challenges in the public right-of-way faced by persons with disabilities. This course will identify applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards pertaining to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Requirements for ensuring accessibility in existing facilities versus work in new construction and alternations will be discussed. Design elements necessary for achieving accessibility in the public right-of-way will be reviewed. Best practices will be identified. A detailed handout will be provided, including resources on accessibility. Specific Topics to Be Covered Include: • Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) and Public Rights-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines: Laws and Regulations • Legal Requirements • Pedestrian Characteristics • Pedestrian Access Route (PAR) • Curb Ramps and Other Transitions • Detectable Warnings • Pedestrian Crossings • Street Furniture and Parking • Work Zones and Maintenance • Accessible Pedestrian Signals The target audience for this workshop is local, state and private sector personnel with responsibility for designing, constructing and maintaining facilities in the public right—of-way. These include engineers (municipal and consulting), MPO staff, technicians, public works directors, street supervisors, crew leaders, landscape architects and contractors.
PDH – 6 hours
A Zoom link to attend will be sent the day before the class starts.
To earn Advanced Road Scholar Credit you must attend all three online sessions.
August 26th, 10am-12pm
August 26th, 10am-12pm
August 26th, 10am-12pm
https://commerce.cashnet.com/NCSUITRE?ITEMCODE=ITRE-LTAPDPO

When to Replace Your Equipment
2020-08-26 09:00 - 10:00 | Online Webinar
Reliable equipment is critical to managing a highway or public works department. During this webinar, David will show examples of how agencies decide when to replace their equipment. He will also show how an agencies can determine the right size for their capital equipment replacement plan.
Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/when-to-replace-your-equipment-tickets-110668957832

Webinar: Steering Employee Development and Culture for Small Transit Agencies
2020-08-20 14:00 - 15:30 | Online Webinar
Small transit agencies operate with limited staff and budgets. This presents challenges to those systems such as: identifying and mitigating root causes of problem behaviors; identifying and tapping into hidden strengths; and steering employees toward a desirable agency culture. Participants will be led through a toolbox of resources that can be used to address these and other challenges.
Topics will include:

Fun ways to monitor performance;
Alternate behavioral correction techniques;
Removing blinders;
Embracing differences; and
Using visual queues

This course will be presented by Kelly Walker, Transportation Director at Craven Area Rural Transit Systems (CARTS)
Register here!

High Friction Surface Treatment (HFST)
2020-08-19 09:00 - 10:00 | Online Webinar
The Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) is a core federal aid program that utilizes a data driven process to reduce fatal and serious injury crashes on all roads across the county. Kentucky’s HSIP program utilizes data to analyze Kentucky’s roadway network for crash locations that experience more wet pavement collisions than similar roadways across the state. High Friction Surface projects are then created for these identified locations across the state. Some Local roads are included in this analysis. In 2019, a local road received high friction surface through the HSIP program. This webinar includes an overview of the HFST program and project details from Daviess County.
Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hfsthsip-tickets-106394484768

NJLTAP – Federal-aid Responsible Charge Training (Webinar)
2020-08-18 13:00 - 2020-08-19 15:00 | Online Webinar
This Federal-Aid Responsible Charge Training for Directors, Program Managers, Financial Officers, and Persons of Responsible Charge is required for the person in Responsible Charge of Federally Funded Local Aid projects in New Jersey. This course will provide information and expectations for the first time Federal-aid recipient. This course will be geared towards the person in Responsible Charge however others will be encouraged to attend including bicycle and pedestrian advocate groups.

This program will be presented online over two days. Participants are welcome to join either of the two parts however a certificate of attendance will only be issued if to those that attend the full session on all two days.
Handouts will be available for download when you join the meeting.
Log-on instructions will be in your registration confirmation. If you do not receive immediate confirmation, please check your SPAM folder or email barbara.morgan@soe.rutgers.edu
Register at: https://cait.rutgers.edu/event/njltap-federal-aid-responsible-charge-training-webinar2/

TCRP Research Report 199: Transit Technical Training, Volumes 1 and 2: Guide to Applying Best Practices and Sharing Resources and Overcoming Barriers to Implementing Best and Innovative Training
2020-08-13 14:00 - 15:30 | Online Webinar
This webinar will highlight the findings of a two-volume set of reports that provides guidance on the best models of technical training programs serving transportation agencies and related industries and discusses the best practices, strategies, and resources to assist with the implementation of these effective and innovative training programs and techniques for frontline employees.
A product of this research also includes a training resource catalog to help transit agencies provide technical training for their employees and includes course descriptions, objectives, target audience, length, cost, training standards, and directions on how to access the course. The training resource catalog is available at https://ntrb.enotrans.org/.
Transit Technical Training, Volume 1: Guide to Applying Best Practices and Sharing Resources can be downloaded here: http://www.trb.org/Main/Blurbs/177692.aspx
Transit Technical Training, Volume 2: Guide to Overcoming Barriers to Implementing Best and Innovative Training can be downloaded here: http://www.trb.org/Main/Blurbs/177693.aspx
Register here!

Tort Liability & Risk Management for Local Public Agencies / Webinar Series Course (Part 4)
2020-08-13 14:00 - 15:30 | Online Webinar
This course, which is presented as a 4-part webinar series, provides an overview of the legal duties and responsibilities of roadway personnel. A key objective of this training is to use the lessons learned from tort claims filed against road agencies to develop countermeasures and risk management strategies to enhance traffic safety and reduce crashes. Key legal concepts relating to the liability of roadway agencies are reviewed from a risk management standpoint.
Common types of claims/lawsuits brought against street departments and roadway agencies are identified through examples and case studies. Risk management principles aimed at 1) reducing and preventing crashes and claims and 2) helping agencies defend claims will be highlighted. Practical risk management activities will also be identified.
Registration:
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5518217270354675724

When to Replace Your Equipment
2020-08-12 09:00 - 10:00 | Online Webinar
Reliable equipment is critical to managing a highway or public works department. During this webinar, David will show examples of how agencies decide when to replace their equipment. He will also show how an agencies can determine the right size for their capital equipment replacement plan.
Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/when-to-replace-your-equipment-tickets-110664711130

Webinar: Making It Memorable: Online Trainings that Stick
2020-08-11 14:00 - 15:30 | Online Webinar
What do meaningful and effective trainings look like in the virtual environment? What strategies and tools can trainers employ to ensure that their trainings really stick for learners? In this webinar, participants will explore and experience strategies firsthand and come away from the session with a new set of tools and a fresh outlook on training.
Topics in the session will include:

Tools for gaining buy-in from learners
Methods for keeping learners active and engaged during online trainings
Strategies for retention and deeper learning
An effective framework for building and delivering online training

This webinar will be presented by Erika Mendelsohn, Instructional Designer for the National Transit Institute.
Register here!

Tort Liability & Risk Management for Local Public Agencies / Webinar Series Course (Part 3)
2020-08-11 14:00 - 15:30 | Online Webinar

NJLTAP – Common Sense Solutions for Intersection Problems
2020-08-11 13:00 - 2020-08-13 15:00 | Online Webinar
This will be day 3-day (2 hours each session) program. Participants are welcome to join any of the three parts however a certificate of attendance will only be issued to those that attend the full session on all days.
Make sure to sign in with your full name to receive credit.
Log on instructions for all three sessions will be in your registration confirmation. If you do not receive immediate confirmation, please check your SPAM folder or email barbara.morgan@soe.rutgers.edu
This course provides participants with (1) a basic understanding of intersection safety issues, (2) “how to” information for common safety tasks and low cost safety improvements that do not require an engineered design, and (3) background information on safety tasks that do not require an engineer. This workshop also outlines areas where non-engineers can assist traffic engineers in the safety process, and help them to understand when an engineer needs to be consulted to make a safety related change to an intersection.
Register at: https://cait.rutgers.edu/event/njltap-common-sense-solutions-for-intersection-problems/

FoRRRwD Countermeasures: High Friction Surface Treatment (HFST) and Continuous Friction Measurement (CFM)
2020-08-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Online Webinar
Jason Hershock, PennDOT, will discuss the HFST experience in Pennsylvania including manual applications, winter road maintenance, local agency demonstrations, and bundling of sites to reduce costs. Benefit-Cost analysis and CMF development will also be presented.
Andy Vandel, South Dakota DOT, will discuss South Dakota’s application of HFST to target the over-representation of roadway departure crashes at horizontal curves with winter road conditions as a contributing factor.
Stephen Read, Virginia DOT, will provide an overview of Virginia’s experience with HFST and Edgar DeLeon, Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, will discuss the implementation of a Pavement Friction Management Program (PFMP) using Continuous Friction Measurement (CFM) for Virginia DOT.

Registration: Participants must register in advance at https://collaboration.fhwa.dot.gov/dot/fhwa/WC/Lists/Seminars/DispForm.aspx?ID=2353
Space is limited. Please register as soon as possible.
Please Note: Non-USDOT employees who have never participated in an FHWA webinar must create an account at https://collaboration.fhwa.dot.gov/FBA/MembershipRequest.aspx in order to register for this webinar.
**FHWA recommends using Microsoft Edge or Internet Explorer for optimal registration experience.**

Fall Protection (ARTBA)
2020-08-11 10:00 - 2020-08-12 12:00 | Online Webinar
This course, which is presented as a two-part webinar series, is provided through the American Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA). This multi-faceted program is supported by the Department of Labor and provides training to help protect workers against falls, especially in roadway construction. Falls are the second-leading cause of death in the transportation construction industry, behind runovers and backovers.
The course includes discussion and information about: horizontal life lines; swing fall hazards; anchorage points; fall prevention ensemble components and selection; self-retracting lifelines; aerial work platforms; rescue and suspension trauma; mounting and dismounting equipment; and walking and working surfaces.
Part 1 of 2: August 11 – 10:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) EDT
Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/144099103856989454
• Part 2 of 2: August 12 – 10:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) EDT
Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5559433564188710926

Tort Liability & Risk Management for Local Public Agencies / Webinar Series Course (Part 2)
2020-08-06 14:00 - 15:30 | Online Webinar

High Friction Surface Treatment (HFST)
2020-08-05 09:00 - 10:00 | Online Webinar
The Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) is a core federal aid program that utilizes a data driven process to reduce fatal and serious injury crashes on all roads across the county. Kentucky’s HSIP program utilizes data to analyze Kentucky’s roadway network for crash locations that experience more wet pavement collisions than similar roadways across the state. High Friction Surface projects are then created for these identified locations across the state. Some Local roads are included in this analysis. In 2019, a local road received high friction surface through the HSIP program. This webinar includes an overview of the HFST program and project details from Daviess County.
Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hfsthsip-tickets-106393604134

Tort Liability & Risk Management for Local Public Agencies / Webinar Series Course
2020-08-04 14:00 - 15:30 | Online Webinar

Preventing Runovers and Backovers – ARTBA / Webinar Series Course
2020-08-04 10:00 - 2020-08-05 12:00 | Online Webinar
This course, which is presented as a two-part webinar series, is provided through the American Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA). This training program was designed to help keep roadway construction workers safe from being struck by construction trucks and equipment. The learning objectives are to:

Understand the hazards faced by roadway construction workers every day, especially workers on foot.
Learn how to create safe “zones” for workers and equipment to avoid struck-by incidents.
Develop your own internal Traffic Control Plan to create safe routes for workers, trucks and construction equipment.

Part 1 of 2: August 4 – 10:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) EDT
Registration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4042955240945443598
• Part 2 of 2: August 5 – 10:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) EDT
Registration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8274858948022800910

Chainsaw Safety
2020-07-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Online Webinar
Chainsaws are widely used throughout the world. They’re used in wide variety of industries such as commercial, residential, arborist, road maintenance, property maintenance, ground operations, and bucket truck operations. Chainsaws can be very useful, but it important to remember they can also be very dangerous. Every year, numerous chainsaw operators and bystanders are seriously injured and killed due to chainsaw accidents. A large majority of these statistics could have been prevented by learning and practicing proper chainsaw safety. During this presentation, we will discuss chainsaw maintenance procedures, how to select and properly use personal protective equipment, and how to safely operate the chainsaw to reduce the risk of injury.
Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chainsaw-safety-training-tickets-111807246484

LTAP Conference Kickoff
2020-07-28 10:00 - 11:00
Please Register at
https://nltapa.org/workgroups/conference/
Access information to join the conference on Go-to-Webinar will be sent after you register.
