Arizona Local Technical Assistance Program
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Arizona Local Technical Assistance Program |
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Arizona Supplement to
the National
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Services The National LTAP program is designed to provide technical training for the local communities. When LTAP was first formed in 1981, it was recognized that technical training was one of the highest needs of the transportation community. The AZ LTAP provides a dedicated service to accomplishing technology transfer and making sure to keep abreast of current research transportation knowledge. For current course offered through the AZ LTAP please consult the Training Schedule. AZ LTAP has a SIGN RETROREFLECTOMETER LOAN PROGRAM To comply with the new requirements, public agencies have until January 2012 to implement and continue to use an assessment or management method that is designed to maintain traffic sign retro reflectivity at or above the minimum levels specified. As the insert describes (and as the sign retro reflectivity workshop discusses), there are a number of ways that this can be accomplished. One of the tools that can play a key role in implementing one of these methods is a sign retroreflectometer. To help local agencies that cannot afford or justify purchasing their own sign reflectometer, AZ LTAP, in partnership with AZ Division FHWA purchased a retroreflectomer which is available for loan for up to two weeks to Arizona local governments. The retroreflectometer is a RETROSIGN 4500 with GPS capability. An extension pole used to extend the operators reach an additional nine feet and includes a remote trigger with digital display, allowing the operator to take multiple readings without having to retract the pole each time. NEW!! AZ LTAP has Turning Movement Counter for Loan! New for 2008, the DB-400 is an electronic hand held device that enables the agency to do the most common of all manual traffic data studies: intersection-turning movement counts. The DB-400 records turning movement data for up to three classes of vehicles, downloads to PETRAPro software, is accurate, reliable, and easy to use. The software program allows the agency to easily read, edit, and store the data as well as print a variety of reports and graphs without having to manually enter the data. The
DB-400 is simple to use. An OFF/ON switch on top of the unit is used to turn it
on Retroreflectometer / Turning Movement Counters How To Borrow AZ LTAP will take requests from agencies via phone (602-712-4050) or via email: spalmer@azdot.gov on a first come-first served basis. Agencies will be required to provide an estimated length of use (a maximum of two weeks) and a schedule to pick up and return the equipment. Because the Retroreflectometer is worth approximately $15,000, normal shipping will not be permitted. Arrangements will need to be made for agencies to pick up the device, for LTAP to deliver the device, or some combination of these. A waitlist will be maintained for each piece of equipment on loan and equipment will be available to the next agency on the list upon its return. Each agency is responsible for returning the equipment to AZ LTAP. A late fee of $25 per day will be assessed if not returned on time. Policies and Form for Equipment Loan One of the AZ LTAP goals is to provide local transportation agencies and public works officials with technical assistance such as advice, guidance, and referral services. Technical assistance is often provided in areas such as road construction, maintenance, and administrative issues. This service is not intended to supplant or compete with traditional engineering or consulting services, but rather to augment them. Typically, these kinds of issues are project related but in the case of new product evaluation, for example they could represent an ongoing or continuous need. The AZ LTAP maintains a video library. Topics range from safety issues, preventative methods, to new technology. The center loans any of the videos listed in the library catalog; and available publications are listed periodically in the quarterly newsletter and bi-monthly course schedules. Videos will not be sent out of the State. Newsletter: Our newsletter, the Arizona Milepost, consists of 12-16 pages and is distributed in each of the four seasons. Each Milepost will have a specific focus such as dust control in the summer issue or snow and ice control in the fall issue. Selected additional information will also be provided to make the newsletter both informative and entertaining. Fall 2007 Focus Topic: Winter Maintenance and Operations Fall 2005 Focus Topic: Road Safety Audits Summer 2005 Focus Topic: Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Spring 2005 Focus Topic: Work Zone Safety Winter 2005 Focus Topic: Transportation Issues in Arizona Fall 2004 Focus Topic: Roundabouts Summer 2004 Focus Topic: Rubberized Asphalt Spring 2004 Focus Topic: Low Volume Roads (LVR) Winter 2004 Focus Topic: Pavement Preservation Tapping In! is the Electronic Tapping In! The weekly electronic updates will keep you better informed on last minute changes (including additions to schedules & highlights of training provided in your region), as well as provide additional information on industry events, bulletins, safety information and newsletter from our transportation partners. Click here to receive the Electronic Tapping In! This program reviews and evaluates products for the Arizona Department of Transportation. The Approved Product List (APL) lists products approved for use. Click here to visit the PRIDE web site for more information. |
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