Training: OSHA 30 Construction

March 23–26, 2026, 8am – 5pm PT

WTTAP is hosting an OSHA 30-hour safety training designed for workers and supervisors in the construction industry.

Held in Trinidad, CA, this is part of OSHA’s Outreach Training Program that provides an in-depth understanding of OSHA standards and regulations.

Training Topics:

• Introduction to OSHA & Focus Four Hazards
• Managing Safety & Health
• Personal Protective & Lifesaving Equipment
• Health Hazards in Construction (inc. Stairways & Ladders)

Webinar: Sustainable Integration 
of Automated Transportation Technologies

February 17, 2026, 8am – 9am PT

Ohio LTAP is hosting a free webinar on their TRB-funded research "Guidance for Sustainable Integration of Automated Transportation Technologies".

This webinar shares guidance for locals/states planning to integrate automated transportation technologies to improve safety, mobility, and accessibility.

Topics Covered Include:

• Research best practices used in successful deployments
• Identifying issues present in public spaces
• Reviewing regulatory frameworks related to this topic area

Training: Tribal Transportation Program 201

February 24–25, 2026, 8am – 5pm PT



The Alaska Tribal Technical Assistance Program is hosting a 2-day in-person workshop in Anchorage that takes an in-depth look at the administration of the Tribal Transportation Program (TTP) and associated projects and activities.

Topics Include:

• TTP funding formula & eligibility
• TTP administration, planning, & project delivery
• TTP funded maintenance & operations
• State & federal funding opportunities

Workshop: Advancing 
Concrete Pavement Excellence



SWCPA is launching a 3-day in-person workshop on Advancing Concrete Pavement Excellence, focused on the most critical aspects of concrete pavement design and construction.

This workshop focuses on elevating every stage of pavement success – from materials and mix design to construction quality and field performance.

Workshop Sessions:

• Session 1: Concrete Pavement Design, Inspection & Quality Assurance
• Session 2: Concrete Mixtures and Materials
• Session 3: Concrete Paving Operations Tune-Up

RSCP 2026: Overview of the MUTCD

February 3, 2026, 10am – 12pm PST

Explore the foundation of safe and standardized roadways with the Overview of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Discover how consistent traffic control practices and national standards work together to improve roadway safety across the country.

Training Objectives:

• Get an overview of the MUTCD
• Discuss the need for uniformity in traffic control devices

Webinar: Road Features 
for Automated Driving Systems

February 4, 2026, 10am – 12pm PST

NOCoE's webinar Road Features for Automated Driving Systems Readiness Feasibility Assessment, Methods, & Tools examines the relationship between roadway infrastructure and automated vehicle technology. 

This session reports FHWA’s findings on the feasible and non-feasible aspects of developing an ADS readiness method or tool.

Webinar: Working Together for Safer Response

February 10, 2026, 10am – 12pm PST

The NHTSA Office of EMS is hosting a free webinar on Working Together for Safer Responses: Collaboration Strategies for EMS & Hwy Safety Partners to explore how the collaboration among public entities can advance the Safe System Approach, improve post-crash care, and enhance responder safety.

Discussions will focus on EMS and highway safety partnerships, drawing on Maine’s statewide collaboration model, where integrated systems and aligned Traffic Incident Management practices support efficient and safer responses.

Listening Series: Barriers to 
Implementing Innovative Concrete Materials

February 3, 2026, 10am – 12pm PST

UCPRC's 2026 Listening Session Series explores barriers to implementing emerging concrete technologies across the value chain, with each session focusing on a specific stakeholder group and action-oriented roadmap.

Upcoming Sessions:

• Feb 3, 2026: Governmental & Private Project Owners
• Feb 10, 2026: Concrete Producers & Contractors
• Feb 20, 2026: Cement & Alt Cements, SCMs, Admixture Producer

RSCP 2026: Intersection of 
Transportation with Public Health

February 10, 2026, 10am – 12pm PST

NCRRS brings together multiple perspectives on road safety with this virtual training that explores how transportation, public health, and law enforcement can work together in their pursuit of Road to Zero by understanding each other's approaches and strategies.

This RSCP training is ideal for anyone in transportation, public health, or law enforcement with an interest in road safety but may not be a safety expert.

Training Objectives:

• Learn the similarities and differences in planning processes
• Understand discipline-specific strategies

** Last Chance to Register ** 
Effective Succession Planning

February 3rd & 10th, 2026, 12pm – 1pm PT



Are you prepared for the coming retirement wave? As key staff inch closer to the finish line, are there plans for retaining knowledge, skills, and abilities?

Join this 2-part series to learn how to develop future leaders, preserve institutional knowledge, and ensure seamless leadership transition, using succession strategies that span from planning to implementation.

** Last Chance to Apply **
Resident Engineers Academy

March 2–6, 2026, 8:30am – 4pm PT



This practical, interactive five-day virtual academy provides core training for local/tribal resident engineers and those responsible for administering construction contracts using state and federal funds.

It's time to get your RE's trained!

REA instructors take a practical approach to training through examples, exercises, and problem-solving activities, covering everything from SOW to Construction Prep, Payments, Legal Relations, Enviro Stewardship, Project Completion, Labor Compliance, and DBE.

Other Upcoming Trainings & Events

Slow Speeds & Save Lives | Jan 29, 2026, 11am–12pm

The Vision Zero Network is hosting a free webinar on Speeding Up Strategies to Slow Speeds & Save Lives.

Designing Pedestrian Facilities for Accessibility | Feb 3–5, 2026, 7–9am

Designing Pedestrian Facilities for Accessibility course will identify applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards pertaining to accessibility for persons with disabilities.

Effective Succession Planning | Feb 3, 2026, 12–1pm

CALTAP & Caltrans DLA are offering two free virtual Lunch 'n Learn sessions designed to help you build & implement succession planning strategies

Pavement Mgmt Budgets & Strategies | Feb 3, 2026, 11:30am–1:30pm

Join the Arkansas Local Technical Assistance Program (ARLTAP) for this 2-hour webinar to obtain an objective strategy for managing a local road network.

Pothole Patching & Repair | Feb 3, 2026, 8–10:30am

The WTTAP is hosting a 2.5-hour virtual training to compare partial and full-depth repair techniques along with the materials used to implement them.

Strengthening Your BUILD Application | Feb 4, 2026, 9–10am

The SNCC at Cal Poly is hosting a free webinar for California’s local public agencies for the FY2026 BUILD Grants.

SACOG 2026 Cycle Info Session | Feb 6, 2026,11:30am–1pm

APWA's Sacramento Chapter is hosting an informative presentation on the upcoming Sacramento Area Council of Governments Federal Funding Cycle

Traffic Crash Investigation | Feb 9-18, 2026, 6–9am

The International Road Federation is hosting a multi-day workshop on Traffic Crash Investigation: Introduction to Investigation & Reporting 

FAS: Environmental Requirements | Feb 9, 2026, 8:30am–4:30pm

This one-day live online course is designed to teach local public agency staff the environmental process for federal aid projects

Pavement Construction & QA | Feb 9-13, 2026, 9–11:30am

This course presents information regarding construction contract documents, quality assurance as applied to pavement construction, and more

Sign Maintenance Management | Feb 9, 2026, 8–10:30am

The Western Tribal Technical Assistance Program (WTTAP) is hosting a 2.5-hour webinar on how to implement a successful sign program at the local level

Funding: ATP Cycle 8 Workshops

February 9, 2026, 9am – 11am PT

Join the CTC ATP staff for one of three virtual technical assistance workshops designed to help your agency succeed in acquiring Cycle 8 funding.

Workshop Dates:

• Feb 9 – NorCal agencies (Caltrans Districts: 1, 2, 3, & 4)
• Feb 23 – CenCal agencies (Caltrans Districts: 5, 6, 9, & 10)
• Feb 25 – SoCal agencies (Caltrans Districts: 7, 8, 11, & 12)

Each workshop runs 9–11am. If you’re planning on applying in Cycle 8, don’t miss this chance to connect directly with ATP staff.

Open Funding Opportunities

Proposition 1 Grant Program

The Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy has opened a new Notice of Funding Availability under the Proposition 1 Grant Program

New Podcast: APWA Public Works Radio

Public Works Radio is the official voice of APWA, bringing the stories behind our communities to life. This podcast shines a spotlight on the people and projects that keep our cities running—humanizing the work and the professionals who make it happen.

In this inaugural episode, APWA President Vic Bianes delves into 40-years of experience in PWX to share insights on building the next generation of leaders.

Survey: Tribal Transit Workshop

WTTAP seeks your help via a brief survey to plan the logistics of an upcoming Tribal Transit Workshop.

This survey will help determine the location, venue, dates, and activities so that the workshop is practical, relevant, and accessible to you.

Other Recordings, Research, & Reports

Policy Updates: Caltrans LAPM & LAPG

Caltrans DLA has released the 2026 editions of two policy documents that will help you streamline transportation projects and maximize funding opportunities

Recording: Federal Aid Series - Right of Way

The recordings online training, detailing the high-level process and procedures for completing project right-of-way work, have been released for public viewing

Home Safely: Boone County Highway Department

The December 9th, 2025, edition of the Home Safely podcast features Nick Parr, director of the Boone County Highway Department in Indiana.

Recording: Using Data to Improve Rural Road Safety

A recording of NCRRS's December 23rd, 2025 webinar on Using Data to Improve Rural Road Safety is now available.

APWA Reporter Magazine: January 2026

The January 2026 issue includes features on building a culture of innovation, creating a future ready PWX workforce, and boosting PWX productivity.

Caltrans Update: NEPA Compliance

Caltrans Office Bulletin #26-01 provides a high-level overview of recent federal actions affecting National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance

Bridge Inspection Guide for Unmanned Aircraft Systems

AASHTO's new guidelines help ensure inspectors collect quality, consistent data when using drones instead of traditional methods.

Public Transportation in Rural Areas & Tribal Communities

This NCHRP guide addresses the diverse public transportation needs found in rural and tribal communities

Policy Update: Prohibition on Procurement/Operation of UAS

Effective December 22, 2025, the US Office of Management & Budget (OMB) has prohibited the procurement or operation of covered UAS or Drones.

Caltrans Update: Suspension of DBE Program

On October 3, 2025, the USDOT published an Interim Final Rule that updates 49 CFR Parts 23 & 26 governing the DBE and ACDBE programs.

More Training Coming Up in February

Need a closer look? Stop by CALTAP.org for a calendar view of upcoming training and events focused specifically on local agency project success.

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