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The national Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP) is a network of centers—one in every state and Puerto Rico.
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 3,000 transportation professionals annually in nearly 200 different courses and workshops sponsored by the FHWA and NJDOT.
Upcoming Training & Events
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October 2023
NJLTAP - Design of ADA Curb Ramps and Pedestrian Access Routes (Webinar)
- October 3–October 5
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
This training is designed to ensure that pedestrian facilities and access routes, in particular curb ramps, along our roadways are properly design and constructed for all individuals, including those with disabilities.
Training
NJLTAP - Worker Safety (Webinar)
- October 6
- 8:00 am–10:00 am
The importance of having a formal worker safety program in place and how to establish an effective program should not be taken lightly. This “Worker Safety” workshop raises awareness about the primary hazards of working on and around our roadways and provides recognized practices for preventing serious injuries.
Training
NJLTAP - Conducting Traffic Sign Retroreflectivity Inspections (Webinar)
- October 12–October 13
- 8:00 am–10:00 am
Conducting Traffic Sign Retroreflectivity Inspection will provide online training for field inspectors to perform traffic sign retroreflectivity inspection using the approved methods by the FHWA for agencies responsible for sign maintenance.
NJLTAP - Traffic Signs and Pavement Markings (In-person)
- October 13
- 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!
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NJLTAP - Guide Rail and Median Barrier Inspection (In-person)
- October 17
- 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 - Common Sense Solutions for Intersection Problems (In-Person)
- October 18
- 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 - Traffic Calming (Webinar)
- October 18–October 19
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Do you need to know when, where, and how to place things such as speed bumps or signage to slow down traffic on your local roadways? Traffic calming uses physical design and other measures to improve safety for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists.
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NJLTAP - Basic Math and Plan Reading (In-Person)
- October 20
- 8:30 am–12:30 pm
This course provides a refresher on basic math skills related to construction inspection and road maintenance, as well as how to locate information within a set of plans. Topics will include reading notes, determining quantities and understanding topography, basic Geometry, area and volume. Road Foreman, Inspectors and Cre
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NJLTAP - Federal-aid Responsible Charge (In-Person)
- October 23
- 8:30 am–4:00 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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Traffic Control Coordinator Refresher (Webinar)
- October 27
- 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 - Engineering and Traffic Studies (In-Person)
- October 30
- 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.
November 2023
NJLTAP - Winter Maintenance Snow and Ice Control (In-Person)
- November 2
- 8:30 am–3:30 pm
This three module training workshop will cover the full range of snow and ice removal and control, including program development, planning, pre-season activities, in-season operations, post storm activities, and post season activities.
Training
NJLTAP - Federal-aid Responsible Charge (Webinar)
- November 8–November 9
- 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
Training
NJLTAP - Conducting Traffic Sign Retroreflectivity Inspections (Webinar)
- November 13–November 14
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Conducting Traffic Sign Retroreflectivity Inspection will provide online training for field inspectors to perform traffic sign retroreflectivity inspection using the approved methods by the FHWA for agencies responsible for sign maintenance.
NJLTAP - Compliance to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the Public Right-
- November 30
- 8:30 am–12:00 pm
This workshop is designed to assist local governments with an understanding of the basic minimum requirements for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act to ensure our roadways’ pedestrian network is accessible to all pedestrians.
December 2023
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NJLTAP – Asphalt Roads: Common Maintenance Problems (In-person)
- December 12
- 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 distress, the cause of the distress, and the appropriate treat
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CAIT - Traffic Control Coordinator Refresher (Webinar)
- December 14
- 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 - Slide in Bridge Construction (In-Person)
- December 15
- 8:30 am–12:30 pm
Slide-in bridge construction (SIBC) is one of several accelerated bridge construction (ABC) technologies being advanced by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Compared to more traditional methods of bridge construction, and due to its shorter work zone durations and reduced impacts on traffic, SIBC has many benefits.
Training
NJLTAP - Engineering and Traffic Studies - (In-Person)
- December 15
- 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.
Training
NJLTAP - Federal-aid Responsible Charge (Webinar)
- December 19–December 20
- 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
NJLTAP - Design of ADA Curb Ramps and Pedestrian Access Routes (In-person)
- December 21
- 8:30 am–3:30 pm
This training is designed to ensure that pedestrian facilities and access routes, in particular curb ramps, along our roadways are properly design and constructed for all individuals, including those with disabilities.
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This training is designed to ensure that pedestrian facilities and access routes, in particular curb ramps, along our roadways are properly design and constructed for all individuals, including those with disabilities.
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Oct 2023
Training
NJLTAP - Worker Safety (Webinar)
The importance of having a formal worker safety program in place and how to establish an effective program should not be taken lightly. This “Worker Safety” workshop raises awareness about the primary hazards of working on and around our roadways and provides recognized practices for preventing serious injuries.
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Oct 2023
Conducting Traffic Sign Retroreflectivity Inspection will provide online training for field inspectors to perform traffic sign retroreflectivity inspection using the approved methods by the FHWA for agencies responsible for sign maintenance.
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