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Gain overall understanding of the NFPA 70E, along with the latest changes and how they may affect your organization's overall electrical safety program. Learn about approach boundaries, PPE requirements, host employer responsibilities, and more. We will also go into detail on the latest training requirements for qualified employees as well as OSHA enforcement of these standards. Discover key items that need to be addressed for the next three year cycle of your electrical safety program. Learn how to protect your employees from Arc Flash/Blast and other electrical hazards with proper assessments and hazard mitigation. Understand the link between the NFPA 70E, NFPA 70B, and NFPA 99 and the impact these standards may have on your facility.
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Have you ever had an architect, engineer, or other design professional tell you that some terms in your contract for professional services are "uninsurable"? Ever wondered what that really means, or why design professionals don’t just go out and buy insurance that covers these contractual promises? Maybe you’ve even suspected that some design professionals use insurance coverage as an excuse to reject contract terms they don’t like. If so, don’t miss this discussion offering lessons learned and tips for avoiding this issue during your contracting process.
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One of the ten busiest airports in the world, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport's designers needed to find innovative ways to integrate a transit system to connect to key facilities at the airport and to Valley Metro Light Rail. Solutions included an automated people mover (APM) system that includes 3 stations and a terminal station that is the only LEED Gold-Certified transportation campus in the world.
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The Emergency Management Committee developed this position statement on Improving Local Agencies' Emergency Service Capabilities.
Read MoreCertain conditions require the significant deployment of temporary traffic control devices for lane closures and detours. Public works and DOTs have the equipment, personnel and experience in handling this type of first responder activity. Learn how FHWA, in collaboration with APWA, will conduct the Traffic Incident Management (TIM) Responder course, making it available to chapters at no cost, other than providing a suitable venue.
Read MoreBased on a 2014 study made for the Finnish Ministry of Transportation and Communications, this presentation will cover the savings and benefits gained through out-sourcing maintenance work in Finnish cities. Among the topics to be discussed will be: uniform standards, guidelines, and procurement processes for street/road maintenance; development of infrastructure asset management systems, streamlining the decision-making process, and resource and knowledge development.
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If your agency is looking for ideas for how to establish or improve an existing leadership development program, this session is for you. We’ll feature the learning models, technology tools, innovative processes, and guiding principles used by leadership development programs established by The Regional Municipality of York, Ontario, Arapaho County, Colorado, and the City of Scottsdale, Arizona.
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The value of water is rarely understood by the average person. Drought issues in several states have highlighted the need for protecting this precious commodity. Reinvesting in aging systems is critical, but rate increases will be difficult. Explore the key components of rate analysis, fixed costs vs. variable costs utilizing base fees vs. water usage fees, peaking demand costs, and revenue stability.
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Sponsored by APWA's Facilities & Grounds Committee Join this discussion of recent research into the practice of using trees as a stormwater control measure. Examine a calculator developed to quantify tree stormwater benefits, including soil storage, interception, evapotranspiration, and water quality benefits; and discover the cost effectiveness of using trees as a stormwater management tool.
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The APWA Utilities and Public Works Right of Way (UPROW) Committee and the North American Society for Trenchless Technology (NASTT) is proud to present this program to introduce you to trenchless technology and the many uses in both rehabilitation and new installation. This introductory session is suited for both newcomers to the industry and for anyone who is interested in seeking a refresher course on trenchless technology methods. The target audience consists of contractors, municipal and utility employees, consulting engineers, inspectors and industry practitioners.
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