Description

This FREE online webinar provides an overview and resources for local agencies to understand the importance of roadside safety, to identify areas of safety concern, and to determine what safety improvements may be most appropriate. The focus of the workshop is on problem identification, treatments, and practical applications of roadside safety. In general, the emphasis will be on low-cost improvements, but other higher cost solutions may be covered.

Note that this course typically takes place over the course of two days, with each training each day running from 8:00 to 10:00 AM. Attendance is required at both for a certificate.

Who Should Attend?

Engineers and maintenance staff involved with safe roadsides.

Typical Webinar Agenda

Note: This workshop will be split into two days.

Day 1: 8:00 – 10:00 AM

Providing Recovery Area
– Pavement edge drop off
– Shoulder widening
– Sloping and clear zones

Drainage
– Ditches
– Cross and side drains

Sign Support Basics
– Support types
– Applications

Day 2: 8:00 – 10:00 AM

Barrier Basics
– Flexible barrier
– Semi-rigid barrier
– Rigid barrier
– End treatments

For More Information

If you have questions or need more information, please contact David Veneziano at 515-294-5480 or dvenez@iastate.edu.