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Knowing how to determine good locations and which countermeasures to use in a given situation enables transportation agencies and other organizations increase pedestrian safety. Photo: Wikimedia

NJLTAP – Traffic Signs and Pavement Markings (In-Person)

  • December 9
  • 8:30 am–12:30 pm

Course Description:
This course reviews the basic regulations and engineering guidelines for the installation of pavement markings and properly establishing and posting regulatory, warning, and guide signs. It presents examples of improper signing so participants can better understand the basic concepts and principles associated with signs and supports, along with sign management techniques. (Note: The course does not cover work zone or temporary traffic control signing).

Learning Objectives:

  1. Identify the standards/guidelines for the installation of pavement markings
  2. Understand the basic guidelines for sign usage, and the method of installation, in accordance with the MUTCD
  3. Appropriately use the reasons or warrants for proper sign selection

Intended Audience:
Individuals who are making decisions regarding what signs to install and where, and those actually installing the signs, including: engineers, public works employees, and street superintendents. This course is not geared towards law enforcement.

Credits:
4 PDHs, DLGS CPWM 3.0 technical contact hours, 1 government contact hour

Instructor:
George Fallat, P.E.

Sponsor:
This workshop is sponsored by the Federal Highway Administration and New Jersey Department of Transportation through the New Jersey Local Technical Assistance Program.

University Smoking Policy:
Rutgers University is dedicated to ensuring a safe and healthy environment for students, staff, visitors, and guests. The use of any tobacco or tobacco-related products, including E-cigarettes, is not allowed on any University-owned, operated, leased, occupied, or controlled property. Consequently, smoking is not allowed outside the CAIT building. Individuals who breach this updated policy will be requested to vacate the premises.

Date & Time

Date
December 9
Time
8:30 am–12:30 pm

Location

NJDOT Bordentown Training Center
391 Rt 130
Bordentown, NJ 08505 United States

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