Education
The A.P.A.I. has teamed up with Iowa State University, University Of Iowa and the Iowa Department of Transportation in an effort to further advance asphalt education and research at I.S.U. and U of I. This partnership has been made possible through substantial monetary gifts from our members. That money is then used for the purchase of new research equipment, scholarships, and staff salaries in hopes of advancing asphalt education statewide. The A.P.A.I. understands that when hope meets opportunity, the possibilities are endless.
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APAI 55th Annual Convention
Tentative Dates: December 1-2, 2010
Tentative Location: West Des Moines Marriott
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Iowa DOT Course Catalog
Contacts:
http://www.iowadot.gov/training/contacts.html
Registration book (2008-2009):
http://www.iowadot.gov/training/ttcp/registration_book.pdf
How to Register:
http://www.iowadot.gov/training/ttcp/registration.html
Certified Technicians (2008):
http://www.iowadot.gov/training/ttcp/cert.tech.pdf
IM 213:
http://www.iowadot.gov/erl/current/IM/content/213.pdf
Manuals:
http://www.iowadot.gov/training/ttcp/manuals.html
Other Training Resources:
http://www.iowadot.gov/training/ttcp/ttcp_resources.html
For information on APAI Publications & Videos, please see our Publications page.
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2010 Work Zone Safety Workshops
January 26 - March 30, 2010
About the workshops
Each day-long workshop is divided into a general session for all participants and breakout sessions for specific types of work zone activity: city, county, utility, Iowa DOT construction and contractors, and Iowa DOT maintenance. Presenters for the general session include Jerry L. Graham, president of Graham Consulting; Jerry Roche, transportation safety engineer with FHWA; and officers from the Iowa State Patrol or local police.
Workshop objectives
To introduce the principles and convey the importance of using proper methods for safe and efficient, temporary traffic control at work sites.
To examine specific applications relevant to situations routinely encountered by city, county, utility, contractor, and Iowa DOT crews.
To reduce motor vehicle traffic crashes at road work sites, resulting in greater safety for highway users and workers alike.
Who should attend
All workers (and their supervisors) whose duties place them on or near the traveled portion of the roadway should attend. Because the information is valuable for workers at all levels, attendance can be rotated systematically, making it possible for all workers within an agency to attend every few years. Contractors and consultant engineering staff are welcome to participate. For those interested in Iowa DOT specifications and requirements, the Iowa DOT Construction and Contractors breakout session may be most appropriate. The city breakout session may be best for those interested in urban work zone applications.
Registration Includes:
Your registration includes lunch onsite and a variety of handouts including MUTCD Parts 1/5/6; Iowa Flagger Handbook, and much more. The registration fee is $75. For complete registration information and the downloadable version of the brochure, click here.
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World of Asphalt - APA Asphalt Pavement Conference:
APAI Asphalt Pavement Conference
February 15-16, 2010
World of Asphalt
February 16-18, 2010
Duke Energy Convention Center
Cincinnati, OH
Saving the Environment, Saving Dollars, Saving Pavements
World of Asphalt 2010 will feature the Asphalt Pa vement Alliance's Asphalt Pavement Conference. This years's conference will include sessions on asphalt pavements that are not only high-quality and long-lasting but also environmentally friendly. Also highlighted will be economic issues the asphalt industry is facing, methods to optimize highway dollars, and the effective use of asphalt methods and materials. Topics will include pavement types such as prorous pavements, reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP), reclaimed asphalt shingles (RAS), warm-mix asphalt, the Smoothseal thin lift overlay, and Perpetual Pavments. The conference is designed to maximize the effectiveness of agencies, contractors, and suppliers in today's environment.
For complete registration information: go to www.worldofasphalt.com or www.agg1.org .
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Greater Iowa Asphalt Conference
March 4-5, 2010
Des Moines Airport Holiday Inn
Who should attend?
Public works officials, consulting engineers, contractors, environmental engineers, land development professionals, State Department of Transportation officials, and all those with an interest in asphalt paving.
Click here for GIAC Information
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Airport Pavement Workshop:
Asphalt Pavement Design, Construction
and Maintenance
April 6-8, 2010
DFW Airport, Texas
Featuring speakers from:
• Federal Aviation Administration
• Asphalt Institute
• Industry Authorities/Consultants
The goal of this workshop is to provide up-to-date information for those designing, constructing, and managing asphalt airport pavements. This will include a review of current specifications, advisory circulars, and detailed descriptions of materials, as well as pavement design, construction, and preservation practices for airports.
Register online for the Airport Pavement Workshop.
Workshop Contacts:
For additional information, contact one of the course coordinators:
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OSHA 10-Hour Training - Exclusively for the Roadway Construction Industry
Developed by the National Safety Council and the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA)., this is the only OSHA certification course specifically for the roadway construction industry. Certification gives you he competitive advantage of having your crew recognized for safe and effective work zone performance. The course can also be broken into modules to be taught independently in short training sessions:
• Introduction to OSHA
• Electrical Safety
• Roadway Work Zones
• Excavations and Trenching
• Occupational Health and Environmental Controls
• Night Work Mechanized Equipment
• Fall Prevention and Protection
• Confined Spaces
• Collisions
• Personal Protective Equipment and High Visibility Apparel
OSHA 10 Hour Course - 2 Day
This two-day program offers a practical approach to recognizing and controlling OSHA-identified roadway construction hazards. We can train and certify your crew at your location or at one of our nationwide training centers.
Who should attend
Employees from the transportation construction industry, including safety and health managers, site managers, and crew supervisors.
What they'll receive
A fully scripted Instructor Manual, CD-ROM with PowerPoint and video clips, and the laminated Participant Guide.
NCS Member : $280 Non-member: $365
OSHA 10 Hour Packaged Training
This off-the-shelf training package allows you to purchase the OSHA 10-Hour Instructor materials to conduct your own training without taking an instructor course.
Packaged Training Includes
A fully scripted Instructor Manual, CD-ROM with PowerPoint and video clips, and the laminated Participant Guide.
NCS Member: $395 Non-member: $485
FOR MORE INFORMATION on course dates, locations, and pricing OR to purchase packaged training, visit www.nsc.org/train/osh/ or call 800.621.7619.
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National Safety Council Work Zone Flagger Training
FOR MORE INFORMATION on course dates, locations, and pricing OR to purchase packaged training, visit www.nsc.org/train/osh/ or call 800.621.7619.
Flagger Instructor Course - 2 Day
This two-day course trains qualified members of your organization to effectively deliver the 4-hour Flagger Training Course to your work zone crews. They'll learn how to use the course materials and techniques for getting students involved. No prerequisites.
Who should attend
Individuals with safety and health responsibilities in the highway/road construction field: bridge, tunnel, water or sewer construction workers; utility or paving industry workers; and municipal, county or state transportation or public works employees.
What they'll receive
A fully scripted Instructor Manual, PowerPoint CD-ROM, MUTCD Book (Parts 1, 5 and 6), an Instructor Certification Form, a sample Certificate of Course Completion and the laminated Participant Guide.
NSC Member: $395 Non-member: $515
Flagger Training Course - 4 Hour
This four-hour skill-building course combines classroom and hands-on training to teach your crew members safe flagging techniques and provides them with certification.
Who should attend
Novice construction work zone flaggers and experienced flaggers that can use the course as a refresher or to renew their credentials.
What they'll receive
The laminated Participant Guide, and upon successful completion, a Certificate of course Completion and a billfold Certification Card.
NCS Member / Non-member: $95
Flagger Packaged Training
This packaged training allows you to purchase the Flagger Instructor materials to conduct your own training without taking an instructor course.
Packaged Training Includes: A fully scripted Instructor Manual, PowerPoint CD-ROM, MUTCD Book (Parts 1, 5 and 6), and the laminated Participant Guide.
NCS Member: $140 Non-member: $175
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Temporary Traffic Control - Design & Supervision
Based on the most current federal regulations and reviewed by the leading industry experts, this new program prepares work zone supervisors to interpret, adapt and implement Traffic Control Plans.
Temporary Traffic Control - 2-Day Course
Attendees will learn how to establish Traffic Control Plans according to the federal guidelines in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
Attendees receive:
Participant Guide, MUTCD Book and Certificate of Course Completion
NSC Member: $280 Non-member: $365
Temporary Traffic Control Packaged Training
Qualified instructors in your organization can use this turnkey program to teach your wok zone supervisors how to establish Traffic Control Plans that comply with the federal guidelines contained in MUTCD.
You will receive:
A fully-scripted Instructor Manual, CD-ROM with PowerPoint(TM) presentations, MUTCD book and Participant Guide.
NSC Member: $140 Non-member: $175
Additional Participant Guides
NSC Member: $15.00 Non-member: $19.50
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Greater Iowa Asphalt Conference
March 4-5, 2010
Des Moines Airport Holiday Inn
Who should attend?
Public works officials, consulting engineers, contractors, environmental engineers, land development professionals, State Department of Transportation officials, and all those with an interest in asphalt paving.
Click here for GIAC Information