Join the conversation as we discuss testing, quality management, and continual improvement topics within the construction materials industry. Learn more about AASHTO re:source at AASHTOresource.org.
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Listen in on conversations with experts in the field of road weather and winter road maintenance as they explain how their work helps make roads safer and passable during winter storm events.
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Interviews with transportation newsmakers by transportation journalist Bernie Wagenblast.
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Curious about what’s in store for this season? Get ready for an array of compelling topics covering common findings in standards like R18, new proficiency sample programs, and essential equipment maintenance tips. This episode kicks off with a promise of enriched content quality, a new bi-weekly release schedule, and a sneak peek into potential vid…
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Episode 116: 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather - Professional Snowfighters Association
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The 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather gives organizations working in this space an opportunity to showcase their efforts to advance the state of the practice through collaboration, research, technical support, and implementation. This episode features the Professional Snowfighters Association. This series is produced in …
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Episode 115: 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather - AMS
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The 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather gives organizations working in this space an opportunity to showcase their efforts to advance the state of the practice through collaboration, research, technical support, and implementation. This episode features the American Meteorological Societies ITS and Surface Transportation C…
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Episode 114: 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather - APWA
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The 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather gives organizations working in this space an opportunity to showcase their efforts to advance the state of the practice through collaboration, research, technical support, and implementation. This episode features the APWA Snow & Ice Committee. This series is produced in collaboratio…
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Episode 113: 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather - FHWA
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The 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather gives organizations working in this space an opportunity to showcase their efforts to advance the state of the practice through collaboration, research, technical support, and implementation. This episode features the FHWA Road Weather Management Program. This series is produced in c…
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Episode 112: 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather - PIARC Winter Service
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The 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather gives organizations working in this space an opportunity to showcase their efforts to advance the state of the practice through collaboration, research, technical support, and implementation. This episode features the World Road Associations Winter Service Technical Committee. This s…
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Episode 111: 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather - TRB Road Weather
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The 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather gives organizations working in this space an opportunity to showcase their efforts to advance the state of the practice through collaboration, research, technical support, and implementation. This episode features the Transportation Research Board Road Weather Committee. This series …
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Episode 110: 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather - TRB Winter Maintenance
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The 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather gives organizations working in this space an opportunity to showcase their efforts to advance the state of the practice through collaboration, research, technical support, and implementation. This episode features the Transportation Research Board Winter Maintenance Committee . This …
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Episode 109: 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather - No Boundaries
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The 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather gives organizations working in this space an opportunity to showcase their efforts to advance the state of the practice through collaboration, research, technical support, and implementation. This episode features the No Boundaries Pooled Fund Study. This series is produced in collab…
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Balancing Infrastructure and Environment: Challenges and Solutions
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This is the second episode of a two-part series on The Stream by AASHTO podcast covering NEPA in the transportation sector. Joining us to talk about challenges and creative solutions to completing the NEPA process is Douglas Kolwaite, Environmental Program Manager with the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities.…
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Episode 108: 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather - MDSS
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The 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather gives organizations working in this space an opportunity to showcase their efforts to advance the state of the practice through collaboration, research, technical support, and implementation. This episode features the Maintenance Decision Support System (MDSS) Pooled Fund Study. This…
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Episode 107: 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather - Clear Roads
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Episode 106: 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather - Aurora
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Episode 105: 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather - Winter Weather Management TSP
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The 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather gives organizations working in this space an opportunity to showcase their efforts to advance the state of the practice through collaboration, research, technical support, and implementation. This episode features the Winter Weather Management Technical Service Program. This series i…
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Episode 104: 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather - Maintenance Operations TWG
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The 2024 National Briefing on Winter Maintenance and Road Weather gives organizations working in this space an opportunity to showcase their efforts to advance the state of the practice through collaboration, research, technical support, and implementation. This episode features the Maintenance Operations Technical Working Group of the Committee on…
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Episode 103: 2024 National Briefing Introduction
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Each year, in cooperation with the AASHTO Committee on Maintenance, the Maintenance Operations Technical Working Group, and the Winter Weather Management Technical Service Program we sponsor a National Briefing on winter maintenance and road weather activities. These briefings give organizations workin gin this space an opportunity to showcase thei…
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Episode 102: The new Guide for Snow and Ice Control Operations
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The Guide for Snow and Ice Control was first published back in 1999 and with the exception of an addendum has remained unchanged since then. Since then there has been a vast amount of research, field trials, and advancements in winter maintenance and road weather technologies. In 2018 a project was launched through the National Cooperative Highway …
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From Student to Younger Member: Sam Harris, ITE Young Member of the Year, Georgia Department of Transportation
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ITE's 2024 Young Member of the Year Sam Harris, P.E., joins the ITE Talks Transportation podcast to share his journey from beginning at ITE through a Student Chapter to his current leadership roles on the Safety Council and the ITE Georgia Section. He also shares his passion for safety and how he has progressed in his career, as well as what he loo…
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In 2004 a group of 5 states got together and pooled their money to test winter maintenance materials, equipment and methods for use by highway maintenance operations. The program has grown to 40 states and amassed a large collection of research and training. The Clear Roads Pooled Fund Program is funded through a $25,000 annual contribution per sub…
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Balancing Infrastructure and Environment: NEPA’s Role in Transportation Projects
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The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) mandates federal agencies evaluate the environmental impacts of their actions, crucially influencing transportation projects like road construction and bridge expansions. Our guest on The Stream by AASHTO is Ted Boling, a partner at Perkins Coie with over 30 years of public service. He discusses NEPA’s r…
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Episode 100: Where The Weather Meets The Road, revisited
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Twenty years ago in 2004 “Where The Weather Meets The Road” was published by the National Academy of Science and it proposed a research roadmap over the next 20-years to advance road weather services. Now in 2024 the future described in Where The Weather Meets The Road is here Paul Pisano, Chair of the TRB Road Weather Committee and Dr. Gina Eosco,…
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What's New in the 11th Edition of the MUTCD with Kathy Falk, Vice President, Kimley-Horn
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Kathy Falk, a vice president with Kimley-Horn, joins the ITE Talks Transportation podcast to discuss the newly released edition of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). She discusses the significant changes within the 11th edition, and highlights how the manual addresses safety concerns surrounding pedestrians and bicyclists, inclu…
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Keeping New Jersey Moving – Chris Feinthel of New Jersey DOT
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Often, the highway infrastructure of the state is taken for granted. We hop in our cars and drive from place to place with little thought of what’s necessary to let it happen. When something goes wrong, however, we quickly realize how fragile our infrastructure can be. Chris Feinthel, Assistant Commissioner for Operations in the New Jersey Departme…
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Shadows in Motion: Emergency Management Post a Solar Eclipse with Illinois DOT
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This episode marks the conclusion of a two-part series delving into effective management strategies during a solar eclipse. Specifically, we focus on emergency transportation management during and following the event. With contributions from Brandon Keller, Emergency Coordinator at Illinois DOT, we glean valuable insights into navigating the seamle…
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Rachel Carpenter, Chief Safety Officer, Caltrans – An Innovative Approach to Safety
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Rachel Carpenter, Chief Safety Officer at the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), joins the ITE Talks Transportation podcast to discuss why the department adopted the Safe System Approach in an effort to reverse traffic fatality rates and address speed, among other safety improvements. She also explains their work with the Safe Syst…
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Episode 99: Snowplow modeling or messing around?
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Full scale testing of modern snowplow blades can be a difficult and often unrepeatable proposition depending on the weather and where your test track is located. In this episode Alex Klein-Paste of the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) set about to design scale model testing of a particular snowplow blade design in a laboratory …
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You would think that it wouldn’t be difficult to see something as big as a snowplow but during a winter storm event at night you’d be surprised how hard it is recognize a slow moving maintenance vehicle. In this episode Jeff Pifer, Director of the Equipment Division at the West Virginia Division of Highways discusses techniques that are being used …
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Shadows in Motion: Emergency Management During a Solar Eclipse
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This is the first episode of a two-part series on The Stream by AASHTO where we explore effective management during a solar eclipse. This episode highlights the significance of preparation, planning, training, and effective communication. Featuring insights from Michael White, Assistant Director of the Safety and Emergency Management Division in th…
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The Power of Community Engagement in Transportation
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Odessa L. Phillip, P.E., President and CEO of Assedo Consulting, LLC, joins the ITE Talks Transportation podcast to discuss community engagement as part of the decision-making process for transportation planning and project design, addressing the challenges of this process as well as the most effective strategies she's found. She also speaks to the…
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We share some of the highlights from this past season and explain why we take a break in March and April (spoiler, it's because of the AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange). Related information: AASHTO re:source Events The Stream by AASHTO: A Conversation with AASHTO President, Craig Thompson S4 E05: Paving with Recycled Plastic - Hawaii's Pilot Pro…
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Webinar Audio: A Behind-the-scenes Look at Assessment Scheduling
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We share the audio from January 2024's webinar "A Behind-the-scenes Look at Assessment Scheduling." Related informaiton: AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: A Behind-the-scenes Look at Assessment Scheduling http://aashtoresource.org/lap Send us a Text Message. Have questions, comments, or want to be a guest on an upcoming episode? Email podcast@aa…
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Whenever you mix snowplows, winter storms, and motorists on the same stretch of pavement everyone needs to be at the top of their game in vehicles equipped for conditions. Most of the time folks get where there headed and the roads get cleared without incident. But, there are times when vehicles get tangled up with a snow plow and the outcomes can …
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A Conversation with AASHTO President and Wisconsin DOT Secretary, Craig Thompson
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As the newly elected president of AASHTO, Wisconsin DOT Secretary Craig Thompson is committed to fortifying the workforce to construct a modern and efficient transportation system that centers the needs of all citizens. Recognizing the profound impact of transportation on our daily lives, the economy, and society at large, President Thompson looks …
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Get a high-level overview of why a laboratory's AASHTO Accreditation is not an "umbrella" accreditation that extends to other locations. Related information: S1 E13: FAQ - Mobile Lab Accreditation S1 E16: Understanding Technician Certification Requirements S1 E35: FAQ - AASHTO Accreditation Directory S1 E37: FAQ - Multi-Site and Off-Site Personnel …
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We go through Brian's inbox to answer some of the questions he's been asked recently. Related information: S3 E17: From the Cutting Room Floor - Consensus Standards S2 E19: FAQ - Refusal of Service S1 E39: FAQ - Policy for New Lab Internal Audits and Management Reviews S1 E31: FAQ - How long does it take to get accredited? AASHTO re:university Webi…
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Episode 96: Shaken not stirred - the Rocker Ice Melting Test Method
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When it comes to liquid deicing products how do you know you’re getting what you paid for and that it’s likely to perform as promised? The Nebraska DOT has been working on developing a easy to run, repeatable, and cost effective test method to determine the ice melting capacity of liquid deicing products. Mike Mattison and Jasmine Dondlinger of the…
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Common Findings in Aggregate Testing - Part 2
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How familiar are you with fine and coarse aggregate specific gravity tests? Does your knowledge surpass Kim's? It's not difficult, but find out as we discuss some of the most common nonconformities for AASHTO T 84/ASTM C128 and AASTHO T 85/ASTM C127. Related information: Common Findings In Aggregate Testing S4 E34: Common Findings in Aggregate Test…
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Shailen Bhatt, FHWA Administrator – Safety, Leadership, and the Impact of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
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FHWA Administrator Shailen Bhatt joins the ITE Talks Transportation podcast to talk about the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and how it will impact communities taking advantage of the various funding opportunities it provides. He also discusses safety and why it’s his top priority in his role, and what it will take to see improvement in thi…
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Common Findings in Aggregate Testing - Part 1
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Have Kim's guesses of common nonconformities improved as we move along in this series? Find out how she does as we discuss some of the most common nonconformities during aggregate testing in regards to general equipment, AASHTO T 11/ASTM C117 and AASHTO T 27/ASTM C136. Related information: S4 E32: Common Findings in Concrete Assessments: ASTM C138,…
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Enforcing the AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Publicizing Accreditation
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While the policy on how to publicize your AASHTO Accreditation hasn't really changed, how it is being enforced recently did. We discuss what this means for AASHTO Accredited laboratories. Related informaiton: AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Publicizing Accreditation S2 E07: FAQ - Publicizing AASHTO Accreditation AASHTO Accreditation Directory False …
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Common Findings in Concrete Assessments: ASTM C138, C172, C173, C231, C617, C1231
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In this "Common Findings" episode, we continue with the concrete series and discuss ASTM C138, C172, C173, C231, C617, and C1231. As a refresher, in this series, Kim blindly tries to guess some of the most common nonconformities in concrete assessment reports, and then Brian shares the actual findings and some possible ways to resolve them. Related…
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December PSP Insights - Performance Graded Asphalt Binder, Viscosity Graded Asphalt Cement, and Slurry & Micro Systems
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John, Ryan, and Joe join us once again, this time to discuss the recent Performance Graded Asphalt Binder, Viscosity Graded Asphalt Cement, and Slurry and Micro Systems samples. Related information: S4 E27: November PSP Insights - Unmodified Emulsified Asphalt and Paint S4 E20: October PSP Insights - Aggregate Gradation and Gravity S4 E14: August P…
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AASHTO re:source Confidentiality Policy Explained
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Learn who, what, where, why, and when we can share specific customer information. Related information: AASHTO re:source Policy on Confidentiality S2 E28: FAQ - Mail Call! S2 E15: What is the ATG? S1 E35: FAQ - AASHTO Accreditation Directory Send us a Text Message. Have questions, comments, or want to be a guest on an upcoming episode? Email podcast…
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Common Findings in Concrete Assessments - ASTM C31, C39, C78, C511
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Continuing the "Common Findings" series, with no context, Kim guesses the most common nonconformity in concrete assessment reports for ASTM C31, C39, C78, and C511. Then Brian shares a few of the real common findings for those standards and some general tips on how to resolve them. Related information: Common Findings in Concrete Assessments - ASTM…
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Stop, Look, Listen: Engaging Communities to put Equity into Action
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This episode concludes AASHTO's four-part series on equity, where we've focused on transportation professionals' work towards building an equitable transportation system. This episode is brought to you from the AASHTO 2023 Annual Meeting where we spoke with guests and attendees from all over the country. Our guests today join us from the audience a…
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We are giving listeners a sneak peek into the planning of the 2024 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange and sharing details about what they can expect from this unique industry event. Related information: aashtoresource.org/events Send us a Text Message. Have questions, comments, or want to be a guest on an upcoming episode? Email podcast@aashtoreso…
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Alex Argudin, CEO, Miami Parking Authority – Parking Trends, Challenges, and Innovations
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Alejandra "Alex" Argudin, CEO of the Miami Parking Authority in Florida, joins the ITE Talks Transportation podcast to talk about parking trends and challenges in a densely populated city, how Miami is utilizing parking more efficiently and effectively, and how these trends are affecting other urban areas. Alex, who is chair-elect of the Internatio…
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November PSP Insights - Unmodified Emulsified Asphalt and Paint
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John and Joe join us to discuss the most recent Unmodified Emulsified Asphalt and Paint sample rounds. Related Information: S3 E30 November PSP Insights (2022) http://aashtoresource.org/psp/schedule http://aashtoresource.org/psp/reports http://aashtoresource.org/psp/sample-round-analysis Send us a Text Message. Have questions, comments, or want to …
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Common Findings in Concrete Assessments - ASTM C1077
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In this "Family Feud" type episode, Kim tries to guess the most common nonconformity in concrete assessment reports for ASTM C1077. Then Brian shares a few of the real common findings for that standard and some general tips on how to resolve them. Related information: Common Findings in Concrete Assessments - ASTM C1077 companion document How to Re…
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We look into the AASHTO Accreditation Program's recent internal audit to share insights as to how the process has added value to the program and organization. Related Information S4 E24: The Value of Internal Audits - Part 1 February 2023 Webinar - Internal Audits: What's the Point? S3 E7: Internal Audits - Back to Basics S3 E3: Internal Audit Awar…
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