February 2021
Upcoming LTAP Classes
All courses are currently being held online only. Register via https://gis.penndot.gov/LTAP

Winter Maintenance
8 a.m. - noon Feb. 16

Pedestrians and Crosswalks
8 a.m. - noon Feb. 18

Introduction to Traffic Studies
8 a.m. - noon Feb. 19

Pavement Markings
8 a.m. - noon Feb. 23

Asset Management
8 a.m. - noon Feb. 25

ADA Transition Plans
8 a.m. - noon Feb. 26

Seal Coat
8 a.m. - noon March 2

Winter Maintenance
8 a.m. - noon March 3

Roadside Safety Features
8 a.m. - noon March 4

Principles of Paving
8 a.m. - noon March 8

Local Road Safety Plans
8 a.m. - noon March 11

Erosion and Sediment Control
8 a.m. - noon March 12

Unpaved and Gravel Roads
8 a.m. - noon March 15

Posting & Bonding of Local Roads
8 a.m. - noon March 16

Project Oversight
8 a.m. - noon March 23

Stormwater Facility Operation
8 a.m. - noon March 25

Pedestrians and Crosswalks
8 a.m. - noon March 26
LTAP Virtual Drop-in Session

Avoiding E&S BMP Installation Pitfalls
Noon to 1 p.m. March 4
LTAP Webinars

Work Zone (Temporary) Traffic Control (2021 Updates)
11 a.m. to noon March 18

Work Zone (Temporary) Traffic Control (2021 Updates)
Noon to 1 p.m. March 19

On-demand recorded webinars and drop-in sessions can be found here.
PSATS Educational Conference & Exhibit Show
April 18 - 21
More information can be found here.
Flagger Training
PennDOT regulations require that "all flaggers at a minimum shall have training as per the most current version of Publication 408, Section 901.3 Flagger Training." If your crew members haven't received training, or are due for recertification, consider taking advantage of the PennDOT Mandated Flagger Training workshops coordinated by PSATS. Flagger Training is geared toward individuals who have flagging responsibilities on ANY ROAD OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

Instructor-led and on-demand virtual Flagger Training can be found on the PSATS website.
LTAP Build a Better Mousetrap Competition

Has one of your employees built an innovative gadget or come up with a better way to do a job? If so, show it off by entering the 2021 Build a Better Mousetrap Contest.

Your project can be anything from tools, modified equipment, or processes that increase safety, reduce costs, improve efficiency, and improve the quality of transportation.

Entry forms are due by March 5 and can be downloaded here.
New Roads Scholar Options

Municipal police officers and administrative staff now have the opportunity to become Roads Scholars under two new certifications recently added to the LTAP training program. The new certifications in police and administration are designed to encourage new groups to attend LTAP training and learn about road-related safety and maintenance topics.

Both certifications require successful completion of six courses within a 3-year period. Successful completion means attending the course and passing a quiz consisting of 12 questions. Completing an approved CPR training course accepted by your employer or the Pennsylvania Department of Health can earn participants one workshop credit.

To learn more, click here.
Are You Digging or Planning a Dig?
Pennsylvania One Call Webinars
The Pennsylvania One Call System coordinates free training on responsibilities that municipalities, designers, excavators, and project owners have in preventing damage to underground facilities. Training webinars cover such topics as:

  • PA Act 287 for the Locator
  • PA Act 287 for the Excavator
  • Complex Projects
  • Coordinate PA
  • Member Mapping
  • One Call Web Products and Services
Innovative Conversations That Launch Change
Innovation Exchange Webinars
The Federal Highway Administration's Center for Local-aid Support team is a conduit for connecting Local agencies to innovative market-ready deployment opportunities that can be used on our nation's roadways to save lives, project delivery time, and money. Through Innovation Exchange webinars, it brings cutting-edge transportation leaders to the table to share ideas and out-of-the-box innovative practices that have proven results.

These webinars cover maintenance, safety, design, operations, funding, and other topics. Upcoming and on-demand webinars can be found by clicking the below button.
Types of LTAP Services (entirely free)
Pennsylvania's Local Technical Assistance Program is dedicated to transferring transportation technology through training, technical assistance, and other customer services to municipal elected officials and their staff. Simply call 1-800-FOR-LTAP and they will have a specialist contact you. You can also visit gis.penndot.gov/ltap to create an account and request assistance or resources.
Training: Classroom and virtual training are offered. If there is a course you want to hold in your municipality, LTAP can bring the course directly to you as a road show.
Technical Assistance: On site, phone and email technical support is available from an LTAP expert. The LTAP experts can provide guidance to handle issues such as drainage, posting of traffic signs, intersection improvements, collecting traffic data, dust control, and much more.
Library Resources: Various library materials and publications can be requested through LTAP.
Contact Information
For more information, questions or help registering for classes, please contact Steve Herman, SEDA-COG Principal Program Analyst, at 570-524-4491 or email sherman@seda-cog.org. Information is also available at gis.penndot.gov/ltap.

Feel free to share your training needs or requests for classes at any time. If your municipality is not receiving occasional LTAP class updates and announcements via email, please send Steve Herman your email address.
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