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 6,000 transportation professionals annually in nearly 100 different courses and workshops sponsored by the FHWA and NJDOT.

 

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December 2019

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Training

NJLTAP - Design of ADA Curb Ramps and Pedestrian Access Routes

  • December 18, 2019
  • 8:30 am–4:00 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.

January 2020

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Training

Municipal Engineering Construction Inspection Part One

  • January 15, 2020

This three-day course is held on consecutive Wednesdays in January and is designed for municipal engineering inspectors who want to improve their overall background in proper inspection of public and private construction movements in the State of New Jersey.

safety attenuator truck on highway road project at night
Training

Traffic Control Coordinator Refresher

  • January 17, 2020
  • 8:00 am–1:00 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.

Proven Safety Countermeasures Workshop

  • January 28, 2020
  • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

Is your local public agency trying to find new ways to address roadway departure, pedestrian and bicycle crashes, or intersection issues? Register for this course to learn about all the tools available and proven safety country measures you can employ today!

February 2020

construction engineer looking a plans next to some heavy equipment
Training

Municipal Engineering Construction Inspection Part Two

  • February 12, 2020
  • 8:30 am–3:00 pm

This three-day course held on consecutive Wednesdays in February is designed for municipal engineering inspectors who want to improve their overall background in proper inspection of public and private construction movements in the State of New Jersey.

Proven Safety Countermeasures Workshop

  • February 13, 2020
  • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

Is your local public agency trying to find new ways to address roadway departure, pedestrian and bicycle crashes, or intersection issues? Register for this course to learn about all the tools available and proven safety country measures you can employ today!

construction engineer looking a plans next to some heavy equipment
Training

Municipal Engineering Construction Inspection Part Two

  • February 19, 2020
  • 8:30 am–3:00 pm

This three-day course held on consecutive Wednesdays in February is designed for municipal engineering inspectors who want to improve their overall background in proper inspection of public and private construction movements in the State of New Jersey.

safety attenuator truck on highway road project at night
Training

Traffic Control Coordinator Refresher

  • February 20, 2020
  • 3:00 am–8:00 am

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.

construction engineer looking a plans next to some heavy equipment
Training

Municipal Engineering Construction Inspection Part Two

  • February 26, 2020
  • 8:30 am–3:00 pm

This three-day course held on consecutive Wednesdays in February is designed for municipal engineering inspectors who want to improve their overall background in proper inspection of public and private construction movements in the State of New Jersey.

March 2020

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Training

*POSTPONED* NJLTAP - Highway Inspection Procedures for Federal-aid Projects

  • March 16, 2020
  • 8:30 am–12:30 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

*Postponed* NJLTAP - Proven Safety Countermeasures Workshop

  • March 18, 2020
  • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

Is your local public agency trying to find new ways to address roadway departure, pedestrian and bicycle crashes, or intersection issues? Register for this course to learn about all the tools available and proven safety country measures you can employ today!

vehicle passing through work zone
Training

*Postponed* NJLTAP- Work Zone Safety Awareness for Road Departments

  • March 20, 2020
  • 8:00 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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Training

*Postponed* NJLTAP - Grant Management for Federal-aid Projects

  • March 24, 2020
  • 8:30 am–12:30 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.

April 2020

Training

*Postponed* NJLTAP - Federal-Aid Requirements and LPA Stewardship

  • April 2, 2020
  • 9:00 am–3:30 pm

This program will review the cradle to grave process of federal-aid programs, from planning and project concept, plans, specifications, estimates and bidding, and construction. The intent of this course is to assist local agencies with proper federal-aid compliance.

Training

*Postponed* NJLTAP - Compliance to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

  • April 9, 2020
  • 8:30 am–12:30 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.

Training

*Postponed* NJLTAP - Federal-Aid Responsible Charge Training

  • April 23, 2020
  • 8:30 am–4:00 pm

This day long 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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Training

Traffic Control Coordinator Refresher Day 2 of 2 (Webinar)

  • April 30, 2020
  • 4:00 am–6:00 am

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.

May 2020

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Training

*Postponed* NJLTAP - Roadside Vegetation Control

  • May 8, 2020
  • 8:30 am–3:30 pm

Get out the weed whacker to reduce crashes and injuries. Keeping roadsides groomed is more than cosmetic. Untrimmed grass, weeds, brush, or tree limbs limit visibility and safety by obscuring signs, traffic signals, other vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, and unpredictable wildlife.

June 2020

Training

NJLTAP - Equipment and Worker Safety (Webinar)

  • June 2, 2020June 3, 2020
  • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

This course is intended to provide instruction to entry level participants and a refresher for experienced participants on a variety of construction industry safety and health standards. This training effort is aimed at promoting workplace safety and health.

vehicle passing through work zone
Training

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

  • June 16, 2020
  • 8:00 am–10:00 am

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.

sideview of a traffic signal
Training

Traffic Signal Timing & Analysis (2 Day Webinar)

  • June 17, 2020June 18, 2020
  • 8:00 am–3:00 pm

This course is for anyone who designs traffic signals. The workshop will address traffic signal design from analysis to plan preparation.

August 2020

text on roadway
Training

NJLTAP - Highway Inspection Procedures for Federal-aid Projects (Webinar)

  • August 4, 2020
  • 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

city intersection with crosswalk and signals on a hot summer day
Training

NJLTAP - Grant Management for Federal-aid Projects (Webinar)

  • August 6, 2020
  • 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.

Training

NJLTAP - Combating Roadway Departure Crashes (Postponed)

  • August 12, 2020
  • 8:00 am–3:30 pm

This course provides participants with some tools for addressing roadway departure crashes. Topics covered in this course include a discussion of engineering countermeasures as well as implementation strategies.

September 2020

safety attenuator truck on highway road project at night
Training

Traffic Control Coordinator Refresher (Webinar)

  • September 17, 2020September 18, 2020
  • 4:00 am–6:00 am

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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