The national Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP) is a network of centers—one in every state and Puerto Rico.

Are you unfamiliar with the national network of local technical assistance programs? NJLTAP provides training and access to innovative solutions for local public works, enginnering, public safety, and planning agencies. This new video highlights just some of the way our center can help your agency grow, improve, and collaborate with others around the state.

LTAP centers help local agencies improve their roads and bridges by serving as an information clearinghouse and supplying them with a variety of training programs, technology updates, newsletters, and personalized technical assistance. Through these core services, LTAP centers provide much-needed, centralized, easily accessible training and resources, including:

  • Workforce development classes and training
  • Resources to enhance safety and security
  • Solutions to environmental, congestion, capacity, and other issues
  • Technical publications, training videos, and materials

The State of New Jersey’s LTAP (NJLTAP) is based at Rutgers Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation. The program is jointly funded by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT). NJLTAP provides professional development opportunities to local public agencies and consultants conducting work on their behalf. NJLTAP trains approximately 6,000 transportation professionals annually in nearly 100 different courses and workshops sponsored by the FHWA and NJDOT.

 

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April 2025

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Training

NJLTAP - Commonsense Solutions to Intersection Problems (In-Person)

  • April 14
  • 8:30 am–4:00 pm

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.

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NJLTAP - Introduction to Crash Analysis and Design Exception (In-Person)

  • April 23
  • 8:30 am–12:30 pm

This workshop is for public agency personnel and consultants working on their behalf to gain an understanding of crash analysis tools and methods.

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Training

Work Zone Safety Awareness for Police (Webinar)

  • April 29
  • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

This course, similar to our Work Zone Safety Awareness Program, is specifically being offered to current New Jersey law enforcement officers who require an overview of working safely in the roadway.

May 2025

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NJDHTS - Traffic Enforcement & Engagement Acuity (In-Person)

  • May 2
  • 8:00 am–4:00 pm

This full-day course is designed to address Traffic Safety through Enforcement and Professional Engagement with the motoring public. T.E.E.A. will break down the component parts of a traffic stop by first addressing the acuity of the Officer as is relates to the Motor Vehicle Code in New Jersey.

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

  • May 5
  • 8:30 am–12:30 pm

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. If you are looking to better understand the concepts and principles behind signage, register today!

NJLTAP - Local Road Safety Plans (In-Person)

  • May 7
  • 8:30 am–12:30 pm

This webinar will introduce attendees to the Local Road Safety Plan initiative (LRSP), a process designed by FHWA to help local public agencies (LPAs) strategically plan for and deploy proven safety countermeasures on their local road systems. Register to learn more about how an having an LRSP can help you!

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NJDHTS - Traffic Enforcement & Engagement Acuity (In-Person)

  • May 9
  • 8:00 am–4:00 pm

This full-day course is designed to address Traffic Safety through Enforcement and Professional Engagement with the motoring public. T.E.E.A. will break down the component parts of a traffic stop by first addressing the acuity of the Officer as is relates to the Motor Vehicle Code in New Jersey.

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NJLTAP - Federal-aid Responsible Charge Training (Webinar)

  • May 12May 13
  • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

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. This course will provide information and expectations for the first time Federal-aid recipient

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NJLTAP - Principles of Paving (In-Person)

  • May 15
  • 8:30 am–4:00 pm

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.

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NJLTAP - Highway Inspection Procedures for Federal-aid Projects (In-Person)

  • May 20
  • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

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

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Training

NJLTAP- Work Zone Safety Awareness for Road Departments (Webinar)

  • May 21
  • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

This course, similar to our Work Zone Safety Awareness Program, is specifically being offered to New Jersey municipal and county public works and utilities participants who require an overview of working safely in the roadway.

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NJLTAP - Grant Management for Federal-aid Projects (In-Person)

  • May 22
  • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Are you a recipient of a Federal Aid grant? Effective and efficient “management” of the funds received from such a grant is critical to insuring future eligibility and reimbursement. This course highlights key requirements and responsibilities that must be met as a condition to the grant.

nighttime work zone with police and traffic
Training

Work Zone Safety Awareness for Police (Webinar)

  • May 28
  • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

This course, similar to our Work Zone Safety Awareness Program, is specifically being offered to current New Jersey law enforcement officers who require an overview of working safely in the roadway.

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NJDHTS - Traffic Enforcement & Engagement Acuity (In-Person)

  • May 30
  • 8:00 am–4:00 pm

This full-day course is designed to address Traffic Safety through Enforcement and Professional Engagement with the motoring public. T.E.E.A. will break down the component parts of a traffic stop by first addressing the acuity of the Officer as is relates to the Motor Vehicle Code in New Jersey.

June 2025

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Training

Traffic Control Coordinator Refresher (Webinar)

  • June 5
  • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

If you want to work on NJDOT-funded infrastructure projects and haven't taken a refresher in two years, better sign up now. Course covers MUTCD, info on keeping workers safe, new NJDOT safety specs, and other federal and state regulations/changes.

Training

NJLTAP - 2023 MS4 Stormwater Permit Changes (Webinar)

  • June 10
  • 10:00 am–11:30 am

NJ's MS4 stormwater permit underwent significant changes, including the implementation of a two-tier system (Tier A and Tier B) with varying requirements, a focus on developing Watershed Improvement Plans, and the Inland Flood Protection Rule, all aimed at improving water quality and flood resilience. Learn more here!

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NJLTAP - Guidelines for Guide Rail and Median Barrier Design (In-Person)

  • June 11June 12
  • 9:00 am–3:00 pm

This 2-day workshop will cover the current design guidelines in Section 8 of the NJDOT Roadway Design Manual, covering clear zone, warranting obstructions, guide rail height, clearance from traveled way, rubrail, reduced post spacing at obstructions, guide rail at structures, and more.

Training

NJLTAP - Stormwater Regulations Impact on Daily Public Works Operations (Webinar)

  • June 17
  • 10:00 am–11:30 am

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection oversees the Stormwater Management Program for the state. Municipalities and Counties are required to obtain stormwater permits. So, how do we implement best practices to mitigate stormwater issues? How does public works consider stormwater in its day to day activities?

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NJLTAP - Traffic Incident Management (Webinar)

  • June 27
  • 8:00 am–1:00 pm

The training covers topics including TIM guidelines, fundamentals, and terminology; notifications and scene size up; scene safety and risk management; traffic management; special circumstances; clearance; and termination.

September 2025

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Training

Traffic Control Coordinator Refresher (Webinar)

  • September 4
  • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

If you want to work on NJDOT-funded infrastructure projects and haven't taken a refresher in two years, better sign up now. Course covers MUTCD, info on keeping workers safe, new NJDOT safety specs, and other federal and state regulations/changes.

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NJLTAP - Asphalt Roads: Common Maintenance Problems (In-person)

  • September 11
  • 8:30 am–12:30 pm

The course material reviews the importance of preventive maintenance to the life of an asphalt pavement. The material will help the student identify common asphalt distresses and the appropriate treatments.

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NJLTAP - Guide Rail and Median Barrier Inspection (In-Person)

  • September 18
  • 9:30 am–3:00 pm

This 1-day workshop will cover the current guide rail and barrier curb construction details in the NJDOT Standard Roadway Construction Details regarding their proper inspection.

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NJLTAP - Traffic Engineering Studies (In-Person)

  • September 22
  • 8:30 am–12:30 pm

This course will review basic concepts in probability and statistics and their application in designing traffic control features and regulating traffic by examining methodologies for conducting speed studies, evaluating intersection controls, safety analyses and quantifying the effectiveness of safety treatments.

October 2025

safety attenuator truck on highway road project at night
Training

Traffic Control Coordinator Refresher (Webinar)

  • October 16
  • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

If you want to work on NJDOT-funded infrastructure projects and haven't taken a refresher in two years, better sign up now. Course covers MUTCD, info on keeping workers safe, new NJDOT safety specs, and other federal and state regulations/changes.

December 2025

safety attenuator truck on highway road project at night
Training

Traffic Control Coordinator Refresher (Webinar)

  • December 11
  • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

If you want to work on NJDOT-funded infrastructure projects and haven't taken a refresher in two years, better sign up now. Course covers MUTCD, info on keeping workers safe, new NJDOT safety specs, and other federal and state regulations/changes.

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 is for public agency personnel and consultants working on their behalf to gain an understanding of crash analysis tools and methods.
This course, similar to our Work Zone Safety Awareness Program, is specifically being offered to current New Jersey law enforcement officers who require an overview of working safely in the roadway.