Transport & Highways

The Asphalt Training UK course focuses on understanding asphalt properties, deterioration, and best practices for mixing, laying, and compacting. It aims to help delegates recognize asphalt mixtures for flexible roads, select the right asphalt for different sites, and ensure durability and value for money in pavement construction. Suitable for various road maintenance staff, the course includes real-life photo presentations and encourages delegate participation. The tutor, Jeff Farrington, offers extensive experience and ongoing advisory support. The course is recognized for CPD purposes and lasts one day.

This one-day course focuses on road sign design and implementation. It covers topics such as the language of the road, road safety, environmental impacts, design principles, regulatory signs, and sign illumination. Participants will learn about the Traffic Signs Regulations and Manual, as well as other design sources. The course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of road sign design and maintenance.

The Bills of Quantities (BoQ) Training course focuses on understanding and applying Volume 4 of the Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Participants learn to prepare bills of quantities accurately, ensure proper tendering, and handle payment issues. Practical exercises are included to enhance understanding. The course targets individuals involved in tender preparation, pricing, and measurement issues for highway construction and maintenance schemes. By the end of the course, participants should be proficient in using Volume 4 sections, compiling bills of quantities, and verifying Contractor's payment statements.

This one-day course focuses on asphalt technology and best practices for road construction. Topics include selecting asphalt mixtures, using recycled materials, laying asphalt, compaction, and improving skid resistance. Led by Jeff Farrington, an expert in British Standards Asphalt, the course offers practical guidance and support for delegates dealing with asphalt-related issues. Participants can benefit from free email consultations with Jeff for a year after the course.

This one-day course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SUDS) in the context of current design guidance and planning processes. The course covers the principles and practice of SUDS, design criteria, integration into site layouts, and management considerations. It also addresses adoption and management issues, with examples and case studies from various SUDS schemes. Participants are required to refer to The SUDS Manual CIRIA 697.

This two-day training course is designed for Project Managers and covers a comprehensive range of topics related to concrete properties, materials, composition, testing, specifications, and quality management. Led by Course Tutor Tony Binns MCIPD (Chartered) MICT, the course includes sessions on concrete types, finishes, mix design, quality schemes, on-site management, testing methods, and recent technological advancements. Participants will gain knowledge on concrete standards, performance specifications, and practical skills for ensuring concrete quality and conformity on construction sites.

This one-day course focuses on the impact of new highway surfacing materials, European and British Standards, and revised Highway Agency guidance. Participants will gain practical guidance on achieving durable bituminous mixtures for new highway construction and repairs, troubleshooting poor performance, and understanding new standards. The course is designed for engineering and technical staff responsible for road works. The objectives include understanding factors influencing bituminous mixtures, selecting appropriate mix types, maintaining surfaces safely, identifying problems, and being aware of new standards. The course covers topics such as pavement overview, types of mixtures, surface characteristics, and laying techniques.

The one-day course on highway maintenance focuses on achieving network safety, serviceability, and sustainability within shrinking maintenance budgets. It covers various maintenance practices and materials, including patching, recycling techniques, and surface course selection. Suitable for highway design staff, Highway Agency MAC employees, younger Local Authorities' staff, and inspectors needing guidance on maintenance treatments. Participants are encouraged to share problem sites for discussion. The course is not intended for fully experienced highway maintenance personnel.