Special Weekly Edition from the Louisiana LTAP Center
April 9, 2020 // Volume 3, Issue 5
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This is a compilation of training opportunities, tools and resources that you may find helpful
while working remotely as we get through COVID-19.
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LTAP SURVEY
If you work for a local public agency and you have not taken this survey yet, we invite you to do so. This is for us to determine your interest in LTAP online training. It will take just a minute.
Survey closes at 4:00 PM today, Thursday, April 9, 2020.
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Use of Cloth Face Coverings to Help Slow the Spread of COVID-19
CDC recommends
wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies), especially in areas of significant community-based transmission.
How to Wear a Cloth Face Covering:
Cloth face coverings should—
- fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face
- be secured with ties or ear loops
- include multiple layers of fabric
- allow for breathing without restriction
- be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape
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Louisiana COVID-19 News
As of noon on April 7, the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) reported 1,417 additional cases since yesterday, bringing the total to 16,284 positive cases and 582 deaths.
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LTAP Tailgate Talk Series:
Blood and Bodily Fluid Safety
Blood or other bodily fluids may contain bloodborne pathogens, which are infectious microorganisms in human blood that can cause diseases such as Hepatitis B, C, and HIV. Many workers, including first responders, housekeeping personnel, nurses and other healthcare personnel, all may be at risk for exposure to blood or bodily fluids.
LTAP offers tips to reduce or eliminate the hazards of occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
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Louisiana Statewide Flood Control Program Accepting
Pre-applications until April 30
DOTD is now accepting pre-applications to the Statewide Flood Control Program. Deadline for submission is on April 30, 2020.
Parish governments, municipal governments, levee boards, and drainage districts are eligible to submit a funding request by submitting a pre-application. Eligible projects include channel enlargement, levees, pump stations, relocation of dwellings and business structures, reservoirs, and other flood damage mitigation measures. Contact
Billy.Williamson@la.gov
for questions.
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ONLINE TRAINING RESOURCES
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AASHTO's TC3 Training
Safe Use of Hand and Power Operated Tools
(Free Until May 8)
This training will cover the proper use and maintenance of hand tools and a variety of power tools.
This is a basic course in the safe use of hand and power operated tools.
Use promotion code:
D5X3-B3D9-52CB-4XCX
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COVID-19 PW Webinar Forum Series
Fleet Management
April 14, 2020 at 12-1 PM (CT)
APWA’s COVID-19 PW Forums are a series of live moderated discussions. Participants will have a unique opportunity to ask questions and share best practices as it relates to their experiences and challenges with COVID-19.
Registration will be limited to 50 participants.
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FREE Shelter-in-Place 7-Part Online Webinar Series
Solutions for Cost-Effective Steel Bridges
Every Tuesday, April 7 to May 26 at 2-3 PM (CT)
SSSBA and the American Galvanizers Association are teaming up to bring you this 7-part Shelter-in Place Webinar Series to share information about the design and installation of short span steel bridges during the COVID-19 pandemic.
They are free of charge and will focus on solutions for cost-effective steel bridges under 140 feet. Each webinar awards 1 PDH or 1 LU and presenters will be available for a moderated discussion to answer questions.
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FL LTAP Webinar
Traffic Engineering Fundamentals
April 14-16, 2020 at 9-11 AM (CT)
This 3-part webinar provides a high-level overview of the real basic concepts of traffic engineering. This is ideal for people who are just starting to work in the field.
Session 1 – Traffic Data and Studies on April 14 at 9:00-11 a.m. (CT)
Session 2 – Traffic Design on April 15 at 9:00-11 a.m. (CT)
Session 3 – Traffic Operations on April 16 9:00-11 a.m. (CT)
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APWA Click, Listen & Learn
Government Facility Security Programs & Technologies
April 16, 2020 at 10-11 AM (CT)
The American Public Works Association (APWA) will host this webinar to
discuss the key aspects that need to be considered when developing or evaluating security protocols in municipal facilities.
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National Local Technical Assistance Program Association (NLTAPA)
Training Resources and Calendar
The National Local Technical Assistance Program Association (NLTAPA) has updated their online training resources and calendar made available to all LTAP Centers and local public agencies nationwide.
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Concrete Pavement Webinar Series
Soils 101:
What to Know for a Successful Paving Project
April 16, 2020 at 1-2:30 PM (CT)
The Concrete & Aggregates Association of LA (CAAL), in partnership with the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA), offers a weekly Concrete Pavement Webinar Series focused on technical topics related to design, construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation of concrete pavements.
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USDOT FHWA's Road Safety Resource
Pavement Preservation (When, Where and How)
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All highway pavements deteriorate over time. Applying a pavement preservation treatment at the right time (when), on the right project (where), with quality materials and construction (how) is a critical investment strategy for slowing structural decline and optimizing infrastructure performance.
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Louisiana Local Technical Assistance Program
LTAP is a division within the Louisiana Transportation Research Center (LTRC), a collaborative effort between the DOTD and LSU.
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