The Iowa LTAP hosted this webinar series, co-sponsored by the Iowa Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA) and the Iowa County Engineers Association, between April 15 and April 25, 2024. The recordings from this six-part series are made available here by all three groups to further the further their common goal of providing training and technical assistance to Iowa’s local governments.

The webinars are aimed at construction field personnel with little or no experience in roadway-related construction inspection. Entry-level field personnel, technicians, and professionals who are interested in gaining construction inspection knowledge or those looking to refresh their knowledge are encouraged to watch the series.

Video List

• Construction Inspection Overview
• Introduction to Specifications
• Plan Reading & Documentation
• Communication and Roles & Responsibilities on the Construction Site
• Safety on the Construction Site
• Basics of Construction Survey

Construction Inspection Overview

This video provides an overview of the necessary information needed to perform duties as the project inspector/observer. It includes terminology, roles and responsibilities, required qualifications, and resources.

Introduction to Specifications

This video provides an introduction to construction specifications, their purpose, and how they are structured. The relationship between the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) specifications, Iowa Statewide Urban Design and Specifications (SUDAS) specifications, and local requirements are explained.

Plan Reading & Documentation

This video provides an overview of reading and understanding basic plan drawings and documentation needed for inspection duties on the jobsite. The information includes Iowa DOT and SUDAS standard details, material certifications, inspection documentation, measuring of pay quantities, and project closeout.

Communication and Roles & Responsibilities on the Construction Site

This video builds upon the Construction Inspection Overview session and includes approaches to effective communication, roles and responsibilities of field personnel, as well as example scenarios on the jobsite.

Safety on the Construction Site

This video includes an overview of basic safety on the jobsite, including safety equipment, common risk factors, and ways to improve safety.

Basics of Construction Survey

This video includes an overview of the unique tasks of construction survey and how they are essential for a new construction project to take shape. The information provided includes the basics of construction layout, as well as new technology, ongoing training, and continuous research to ensure the delivery of precise and detailed information.