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Table of ContentsAbout ATSSA 3Contracts and Grants 5Corporate Training Program (CTP) 5Certification and Recertification 6Hosting Options 7Online Training Library 7Continuing Education Units (CEUs) 7Training Courses 9Certified Pedestrian Safety Professional 9Flagger Certification Training 9Flagger Instructor Training (FIT) 10Guardrail Inspection Training 10Guardrail Installation Training 11High Friction Surface Treatment Inspection and Installation 11Incident Traffic Control for Responders 12Introduction to the MUTCD 12Longitudinal Barrier Systems 13Nighttime Temporary Traffic Control 13Operation and Application of Truck-Mounted Attenuators (TMAs) 14Operation and Application of TMAs Trainer 14Pavement Marking Technician 15Safe and Effective Use of Law Enforcement Personnel in Work Zones 15Temporary Traffic Control Considerations for Urban Work Zones 16Temporary Traffic Control for Utility Operations 16Traffic Control Design Specialist (TCDS) 17Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) 18Traffic Control Technician (TCT) 18Training Courses on CD 19Basic Traffic Control for Short Duration Activities 19Basic Traffic Control for Utility Operations 19Comprehensive Inspection Training 19State-Specific Courses 20Florida Intermediate Training 20Florida Intermediate Refresher 20Florida Advanced Training 21Florida Advanced Refresher 21South Carolina Advanced Training 22Virginia Basic Training 22Virginia Intermediate Training 23Virginia Advanced Training 23Washington State TCS 24Washington State TCS Refresher 24Washington State FIT 25Additional State-Specific TCT and TCS Courses 25 (continued on next page)American Traffic Safety Services Association • www.atssa.com 1
Table of Contents (continued)Products 26 Flagger Handbook 26 Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) 27 Quality Guidelines for Temporary Traffic Control Devices and Features 28 A Guide to Temporary Traffic Control in Work Zones 28 Virginia/VDOT Products 29 30Membership as a Resource for Success 32Events and Opportunities 33The Foundation ATSSA - Advancing Roadway SafetyATSSA Represents the Road, Traffic, and HighwaySafety Industry with:Member Partnerships Far-reaching Member Partnerships that brings together industry experts and leaders to identify and solve safety issuesSafety Training Traffic Control Safety Training that provides high-quality education and professional certificationsLegislative Advocacy Effective Legislative Advocacy making your voice heard on Capitol Hill2 ATSSA Training & Products Catalog
About ATSSAThe American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) offers a dynamic anddiverse selection of high quality education, training, and certification products andpublications for the roadway safety industry. ATSSA education and certificationprograms are available through traditional classroom training and online learningopportunities, as well as through a comprehensive selection of publicationsdesigned to provide critical information to roadway safety workers.ATSSA develops and offers training and publications that help maximize roadwaysafety and save lives. They cover a wide variety of subjects such as temporarytraffic control, flagger training, pavement marking, pedestrian safety, work zonesafety for law enforcement, incident response, and guardrail installation. Someaddress state-specific requirements and issues based on diverse interpretationsof the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).ATSSA recruits experienced industry subject-matter instructors and experts ofthe highest caliber to develop and deliver training, and to write for and provideguidance on the development of publications. These individuals are committed toexcellence and meet ATSSA’s high standards for industry professionals.ATSSA professional certifications are offered for many of our training programs.ATSSA certification demonstrates a commitment and dedication to safety thatbenefits individuals through improved career opportunities. It also benefitsthe company, organization, or agency that employs certified workers throughenhanced organization marketability and competitiveness, lower employeeturnover, and reduced corporate liability.ATSSA is committed to staying abreast of rapid industry changes and willcontinue to research trends and develop training courses and products that canbest be applied to all aspects of our industry. Our education and publications aimto decrease work zone injuries and fatalities.ATSSA is devoted to meeting the training and information needs of everyemployee, company, organization, and agency in the roadway safety industry,as we continue our mission of improving and promoting the safety of motorists,roadway workers, bicyclists, and pedestrians.American Traffic Safety Services Association15 Riverside Parkway, Suite 100Fredericksburg, VA 22406Office: 800-272-8772Website: www.atssa.comAmerican Traffic Safety Services Association • www.atssa.com 3
ATSSA Trained Every Job. Every Day. Every Time. For nearly 50 years, ATSSA trained and certified workers have stepped into the work zone confident in their ability to stay safe. Rest easy knowing that your crews have been provided the very best roadway safety training available in the industry. ATSSA’s diverse, wide range of roadway worker safety training and courses can be custom tailored to fit your company’s demanding, ever-changing needs. Insist on the best roadway safety training available. Insist on ATSSA training. Call 800-272-8772, or email [email protected] to be put in contact with an ATSSA Safety Training Specialist today. American Traffic Safety Services Association www.atssa.com4 ATSSA Training & Products Catalog
Contracts and GrantsATSSA provides training through contracts and grants, including a grant awardedby the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Under requirements of thisgrant, ATSSA is to perform tasks in highway work zone worker safety training,which includes a wide variety of courses.For up-to-date information on the Work Zone SafetyTraining Grant, schedule of training courses, locations,and pricing, please visit www.atssa.com or contactATSSA at 800-272-8772 or email [email protected] Training Program (CTP)The Corporate Training Program provides the opportunity for industrycompanies to license ATSSA’s high quality work zone training programs for usewithin their own companies. This program ensures the continuity of standardizedtraining in which ATSSA takes great pride and one in which you can place yourfull confidence.Program Benefits: • Lowers training costs - your approved instructors can train your employees at your own site • Provides flexibility in scheduling training that is convenient to your company or workload schedule • Provides the ability to train all staff levels within your company’s workforce • Provides your company with the highest quality training materials • Offers high-caliber instructors to train your approved instructorsPartner Categories: • Corporate Training Partner: companies interested in training their staff in-house • Chapter Training Partner: chapters interested in providing training to their members and associated staff • Training Partner: groups without employees, such as LTAPs and AGCs, who want to provide training to their membersTraining companies are not eligible for this program. Designated CTP instructors are required to have a degree in civil engineering or equivalent experience, a minimum of five (5) years of work zone temporary traffic control experience, some teaching experience, and must have successfully completed the requested training courses with a grade of 90% or greater to be eligible.For additional information and an application, visit www.atssa.com or contactATSSA at 800-272-8772 or email [email protected] Traffic Safety Services Association • www.atssa.com 5
Certification and RecertificationAfter completing a high-level ATSSA safety training course, take the next stepin your career by adding an ATSSA certification designation. Professionalcertifications demonstrate a commitment and dedication to safety, and mayprovide other benefits to the certified roadway safety worker, including improvedcareer opportunities, industry recognition, a validation of formal education,knowledge, and work experience, as well as providing evidence of compliance tostate mandates and requirements.ATSSA offers the following certifications: Certification is included with the following • Florida Intermediate courses and no application is necessary: • Florida Advanced • Guardrail Installer • Certified Pedestrian Safety Professional • Pavement Marking Technician • Flagger* • Traffic Control Technician • Flagger Instructor Training • Traffic Control Supervisor • Traffic Control Design Specialist $ Certification & Recertification Fee • Truck-Mounted Attenuator Operator $109 Members • Virginia Basic $130 Non-members • Virginia Intermediate • Virginia AdvancedCertification applicants will need to meet the following criteria to receive adesignation through the ATSSA Certification Board: • Complete the training course(s) associated with the certification you are pursuing • Successfully pass, with a grade of 80% or better, the final exam offered at the completion of the training course(s) • Apply for the designation by completing the certification application, providing the names of two professional references familiar with your work history, and returning the application to ATSSA with the appropriate certification application feeUpon validation of the application and work experience, and approval by theATSSA Certification Board, you will receive certification which is valid for up tofour (4) years.With ongoing regulatory, compliance, and industry safety changes, ATSSArequires recertification every four years to ensure that certified individuals stayup-to-date with the latest standards and techniques necessary to effectivelyperform their jobs and ensure both public and worker safety.For additional information and applications, visit www.atssa.com/Certification orcontact ATSSA at 800-272-8772 or email [email protected]. *Flagger certification length and standards vary by state. For details, visit www.atssa.com/Certification6 ATSSA Training & Products Catalog
Hosting OptionsATSSA offers three types of course hosting options, designed to accommodateboth employer and individual needs.OPENOpen courses are recommended for roadway safety service industryprofessionals, temporary traffic control industry professionals, contractors,subcontractors, or public officials, these courses are open to anyone who meetsthe eligibility requirements.CLOSEDClosed courses are recommended for companies or organizations that have alarge number of employees who require training. These courses are open onlyto employees of the company that has contracted with ATSSA to offer a course.The company contracting with ATSSA to present the course must provide afacility that meets ATSSA’s specifications and is responsible for getting attendeesto the course.CO-SPONSOREDCo-sponsored courses are recommended for companies or organizations thatwould like to assist in the promotion and marketing of a training course. Thecompany contracting with ATSSA to present the course must provide a facilitythat meets ATSSA’s specifications and is responsible for getting attendees to thecourse. Course participants who register through the co-sponsor will be entitledto receive a per student discount of $25 for a one-day training course or $50 for atwo-day (or longer) training course.Online Training LibraryLooking for convenient, interactive, and informative training right now? Check outATSSA’s online training library, with training courses covering a variety of topicsfrom flagging to truck-mounted attenuators to the MUTCD. These cost-effectivecourses are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and can be takenanywhere. Make sure to check back often for new additions to our growingonline catalog!To learn more about ATSSA’s online training library, visit www.atssa.com/Trainingor contact ATSSA at 800-272-8772 or email [email protected] Education Units (CEUs)CEUs are available for those individuals successfully completing ATSSA’straining courses. CEUs are available by application, at a cost of $15 for ATSSAmembers and $25 for non-members. Available CEUs are listed with eachcourse description.To apply for CEUs, students must complete the application form available atwww.atssa.com or contact ATSSA at 800-272-8772 or [email protected] Traffic Safety Services Association • www.atssa.com 7
ATSSA’s Corporate Training Program Roadway Safety Training at Your Convenience ATSSA makes our Corporate Training Program (CTP) available to companies that would like to provide ATSSA-quality safety training to their staff or members internally. After a qualified staff or member successfully completes ATSSA’s “Train the Trainer” session with our Chief Instructor, they become eligible to serve as an in-house instructor. ATSSA courses can now be taught by your instructor at your location, on your schedule, for costs that are lower than an ATSSA-sponsored course. Become a CTP Partner Today! Visit www.atssa.com/Training, call 800-272-8772, or email [email protected] American Traffic Safety Services Association www.atssa.com8 ATSSA Training & Products Catalog
TRAINING COURSESATSSA offers a dynamic and diverse selection of high-quality education andtraining for the road safety industry, in classroom, online, and CD formats.For a full list of available courses and schedules, visit www.atssa.com/Trainingor contact ATSSA at 800-272-8772 or email [email protected] Pedestrian Safety ProfessionalIn several cities, it is common to use indi- ! COURSE FACTSviduals to control pedestrian traffic onpublic streets during special events and Prerequisites: Noneother temporary activities. Often, theseindividuals (retired law enforcement Course Length: 1/2 day/4 hoursofficers, etc.) do not have the necessarytraining to perform this temporary traf- Formats: Classroomfic control function safely and within thestandards and guidelines contained in Hosting: Closed; Co-sponsoredthe MUTCD. This course is intended tofill this void to ensure the continuity and CEUs: 0.375consistency of pedestrian and trafficmanagement services, and will provide Course Materials:individuals responsible for managing Flagger Handbook (see pg 26)pedestrian traffic on public streets with Student Notebookthe training they need for the safe andefficient movement of pedestrians as Registration Fees:well as their own safety. $115 Members $130 Non-members Certification Available: Included Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingFlagger Certification Training ! COURSE FACTSThe flagger’s role is to protect project Prerequisites: Nonepersonnel and provide safe, courte-ous, and authoritative directions to traf- Course Length: 1/2 day/4 hoursfic seeking passage through the workarea. This course will teach students Formats: Classroom*; Online**standard flagger control references,proper flagging signals procedures, and Hosting: N/Astandard flagger practices for varioussituations. Upon successful completion CEUs: 0.375of the course, students will receive anATSSA Flagger Certification card. Course Materials: Flagger Handbook (see pg 26) Flagger Workbook Registration Fees: Classroom: Pricing varies Online: $75 Members & Non-members Bulk pricing available Certification Available: Included Register: www.atssa.com/Training*Classroom training provided by Certified ATSSA Flagger Instructors.**Online Flagger Certification Training is not accepted in the following states:CO, FL, IA, ID, IL, MA, MN, MS, MT, NC***, NE, NJ, NV, OR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, and WA.For more information, please visit www.atssa.com/OnlineFlagger.***In NC, online flagger training is accepted for recertification only.American Traffic Safety Services Association • www.atssa.com 9
Flagger Instructor Training (FIT) ! COURSE FACTSFlagging traffic is both a critical and a Prerequisites: TCT & TCS coursespotentially hazardous part of providing (see pg 18)a safe work zone. Flaggers are respon-sible for protecting their fellow workers Course Length: 2 days/16 hoursas well as motorists. The FIT courseis designed to teach students how to Formats: Classroomeffectively teach flagger courses. Thistrain-the-trainer course emphasizes Hosting: Open; Closed; Co-sponsoredskills and techniques for teaching thefundamentals of flagging. Students are CEUs: 1.50provided with all the information neededto present the four-hour ATSSA flagger Course Materials:certification training course. Each FIT ATSSA National Flagger Videostudent must teach a short section of Flagger Instructor Guidethis material to demonstrate their ability Flagger Handbook (see pg 26)to communicate and effectively present Flagger Workbookthe material to learners. Individuals Training Skills Workbooksuccessfully completing the FIT will berecognized as ATSSA Certified Flagger Registration Fees:Instructors. $450 Members $565 Non-membersNOTE: To become FIT certified inVirginia, the TCT course is not required. Certification Available: IncludedTo become FIT certified in WA, the WAstate-specific FIT course is required Register: www.atssa.com/Training(see pg 25). To teach flaggers in FL,only the FL Intermediate or Advancedcourse is required.Guardrail Inspection Training ! COURSE FACTSThis course provides advanced infor- Prerequisites: Nonemation regarding the inspection ofguardrail systems, terminal sections, Course Length: 2 days/16 hoursand associated devices on the road-ways. The course addresses perfor- Formats: Classroommance, design, and installation consid-erations of guardrail components, and Hosting: Closed; Co-sponsoredprovides information on common errorsand the inspection of finished work. CEUs: 1.50This course is intended for inspec- Course Materials:tion and maintenance contractors, Student Notebookconsultants, and specifiers to guardrailsystems, and experienced guardrail Registration Fees:installers. $395 Members $495 Non-members Certification Available: Yes (see pg 6) Register: www.atssa.com/Training10 ATSSA Training & Products Catalog
Guardrail Installation Training ! COURSE FACTSThis course will provide a broad over- Prerequisites: Noneview on the installation of guardrails andassociated devices, including: assess- Course Length: 2 days/16 hoursment of work site topography and siteconditions; proper layout of a work site; Formats: Classroomlocation, installation, and maintenanceof guardrail and terminal sections; docu- Hosting: Closed; Co-sponsoredmentation of materials, inspections andincidents; as well as where to find the CEUs: 1.50most up-to-date resources and informa-tion regarding guardrail installation. Course Materials: Part 6 of the MUTCD (see pg 27)This course is recommended for state Student NotebookDOT engineers and inspectors, installa-tion work crews, and guardrail contrac- Registration Fees:tor company employees, including $395 Membersthose with both extensive experience $495 Non-membersand new employees. Certification Available: Yes (see pg 6) Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingHigh Friction Surface Treatment Inspection and InstallationThis course provides an overview of ! COURSE FACTShigh friction surface treatment (HFST),with an emphasis on inspection of Prerequisites: Noneinstallations. Key considerations andgeneral best practices for installation Course Length: 1 day/8 hoursare discussed along with key items forinspection. Inspection-related modules Formats: Classroominclude: materials, installation methodsand equipment, surface preparation, Hosting: Closed; Co-sponsoredinstallation practices, post-installationprocedures, and performance monitor- CEUs: 0.75ing. This course is intended for thosewith limited to no experience with HFST Course Materials:installation and inspection. Student Notebook Registration Fees: $270 Members $295 Non-members Certification Available: No Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingAmerican Traffic Safety Services Association • www.atssa.com 11
Incident Traffic Control for RespondersThis course is designed for personnel ! COURSE FACTSwho are involved with traffic controlwhen responding to a roadway inci- Prerequisites: Nonedent, such as police, fire and rescueworkers, and tow truck operators. It Course Length: 1/2 day/4 hourscovers the basic principles of incidentmanagement and considerations for Formats: Classroomtraffic control in work zones, along withthe concepts of temporary traffic control Hosting: Closed; Co-sponsoredas presented in the MUTCD, a Federalstandard. CEUs: 0.375 Course Materials: Flagger Handbook (see pg 26) Part 6 of the MUTCD (see pg 27) Student Notebook Registration Fees: $115 Members $130 Non-members Certification Available: No Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingIntroduction to the MUTCD ! COURSE FACTSThis course examines the Manual Prerequisites: Noneon Uniform Traffic Control Devices Course Length: 2 hours(MUTCD), its content, and its applica- Formats: Onlinebility to streets open to the public in the Hosting: N/AUnited States, including private streets. CEUs: 0.20The course is intended to help partic- Course Materials: Noneipants become aware of the need for Registration Fees:uniformity of traffic control devices, $65 Members & Non-membersand understand why the MUTCD was Certification Available: Nodeveloped, its legal requirements, and Register: www.atssa.com/Trainingrelated liability. Emphasis will be givento temporary traffic control. Purchase full and partial MUTCD books from ATSSA. See page 27 for more information.12 ATSSA Training & Products Catalog
Longitudinal Barrier Systems ! COURSE FACTSThis course builds upon the information Prerequisites: Nonetaught in the Guardrail Installation Train-ing course, providing advanced infor- Course Length: 2 days/16 hoursmation regarding guardrail systems,terminal sections, and associated Formats: Classroomdevices on the roadways. The coursealso addresses advanced concepts and Hosting: Closed; Co-sponsoredtechnical aspects of guardrail compo-nents, and provides enhanced infor- CEUs: 1.50mation on the characteristics of the siteand proper application of appropriate Course Materials:safety devices. Student NotebookThis course is recommended for project Registration Fees:engineers, municipal road engineers, $395 Membersdesigners of guardrail systems, county $495 Non-membershighway superintendents, consultantsor specifiers of guardrail systems, and Certification Available: Noexperienced guardrail installers. Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingNighttime Temporary Traffic ControlThis course provides students with an ! COURSE FACTSunderstanding of the considerationsof nighttime work zones. The course Prerequisites: Noneaddresses factors including the feasi-bility of nighttime work zones, worker Course Length: 1 day/8 hoursand equipment visibility, illuminationrequirements, glare avoidance, and Formats: Classroomnighttime enhancements, and is recom-mended for both work zone designers Hosting: Closed; Co-sponsoredand work zone supervisors. CEUs: 0.75 Course Materials: Part 6 of the MUTCD (see pg 27) Student Notebook Registration Fees: $190 Members $235 Non-members Certification Available: No Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingAmerican Traffic Safety Services Association • www.atssa.com 13
Operation and Application of Truck-Mounted Attenuators (TMAs)This course is an introductory course on ! COURSE FACTSthe operation and application of TMAsin work zones. The course applies Prerequisites: Noneworkable concepts, applications, and Course Length: 1/2 day/4 hoursrecommended practices in the deploy- Formats: Classroom; Onlinement, operation, and removal of TMAs. Hosting: Closed; Co-sponsoredPrevious experience in TMA driving isnot required for this course. CEUs: 0.375 Course Materials: Field Guide for the Use and Placement of Shadow Vehicles in Work Zones Student Notebook Registration Fees: Classroom: $115 Members $130 Non-members Online: $130 Members & Non-members Certification Available: Yes (see pg 6) Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingOperation and Application of TMAs TrainerThis course is designed to teach ! COURSE FACTSstudents how to effectively teach TMAcourses. This train-the-trainer course Prerequisites: Noneemphasizes skills and techniques forteaching the fundamentals of TMAs. Course Length: 1 day/8 hoursStudents are provided with all the infor-mation needed to present the four-hour Formats: ClassroomATSSA Operation and Application ofTMAs training course. Each student Hosting: Closed; Co-sponsoredmust teach a short section of thismaterial to demonstrate their ability to CEUs: 0.75communicate and effectively presentthe material to learners. Individuals Course Materials:who have successfully completed this Field Guide for the Use and Placementcourse and obtained certification willbe recognized as ATSSA Certified TMA of Shadow Vehicles in Work ZonesInstructors. Operation and Application of TMAsNOTE: Students must apply for TMA PowerPointcertification in order to receive instruc- Student Notebooktor certification. Registration Fees: $180 Members $205 Non-members Certification Available: Yes (see pg 6) Register: www.atssa.com/Training14 ATSSA Training & Products Catalog
Pavement Marking Technician ! COURSE FACTSThis course is designed to increase the Prerequisites: Noneknowledge and skills of agency andcontractor personnel who are respon- Course Length: 2 days/16 hourssible for the selection, installation, andinspection of pavement markings. The Formats: Classroomcourse includes instruction about pave-ment marking materials; application Hosting: Closed; Co-sponsoredprocesses and quality control; pave-ment marking standards and principles CEUs: 1.50as contained in the MUTCD; EPA, DOT,and OSHA regulations; tort liability and Course Materials:other legal issues, including documen- Part 3 of the MUTCD (see pg 27)tation and regulation compliance; as Student Notebookwell as traffic control design for pave-ment marking installation. Registration Fees: $450 Members $565 Non-members Certification Available: Yes (see pg 6) Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingSafe and Effective Use of Law Enforcement Personnelin Work ZonesThis course will raise awareness and ! COURSE FACTSprovide guidance to law enforcementofficers in active work zones, whether Prerequisites: Noneon or off duty. Students will be provid-ed information regarding national stan- Course Length: 1/2 day/4 hoursdards and guidelines for uniform treat-ment of temporary traffic control in work Formats: Classroomzones, the roles and responsibilities oflaw enforcement officers in work zones, Hosting: Closed; Co-sponsoredsafe procedures for carrying out thoseroles, and the types of work zones as CEUs: 0.375well as their configurations and compo-nent parts. Course Materials: Part 6 of the MUTCD (see pg 27)The course is recommended for law Safe Practices for Law Enforcementenforcement personnel who may planenforcement for work zones or be Personnel Operating in Highwayassigned to execute a role associated Work Zoneswith work zones. Additionally, those indi- Student Notebookviduals working with law enforcementpersonnel, including highway contrac- Registration Fees:tors, subcontractors, utility personnel, $115 Membersand highway agency staff are encour- $130 Non-membersaged to attend. Certification Available: No Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingAmerican Traffic Safety Services Association • www.atssa.com 15
Temporary Traffic Control Considerations for Urban Work ZonesThis course addresses work zones in ! COURSE FACTSmore populated and congested areas,particularly the considerations (substan- Prerequisites: Nonetive safety) necessary to address workzones in urban environments. These Course Length: 2 days/16 hoursenvironments may involve restrictedspaces, parking issues, limited sight Formats: Classroomdistance, business access, pedestri-an, ADA, and bicyclist considerations. Hosting: Closed; Co-sponsoredThis course addresses instances whenstandards cannot be met and how CEUs: 1.50to address these situations on urbanstreets. Course Materials: Part 6 of the MUTCD (see pg 27) Student NotebookThis course is intended for work zone Registration Fees:designers and traffic control supervisors $355 Memberswho may work in urban environments. $405 Non-members Certification Available: No Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingTemporary Traffic Control for Utility OperationsThis course provides an introduction to ! COURSE FACTStemporary traffic control for utility work-ers and others whose actions may affect Prerequisites: Nonesafety. It teaches concepts, techniques, Course Length: 1 day/8 hoursand practices in the installation and Formats: Classroommaintenance of traffic control devices inaccordance with the MUTCD. Hosting: Closed; Co-sponsored CEUs: 0.75 Course Materials: Flagger Handbook (see pg 26) Part 6 of the MUTCD (see pg 27) Quality Guidelines (see pg 28) Student Notebook Registration Fees: $180 Members $205 Non-members Certification Available: No Register: www.atssa.com/Training16 ATSSA Training & Products Catalog
Traffic Control Design Specialist (TCDS)This course addresses the entire ! COURSE FACTSprocess for designing, installing, main-taining, and evaluating temporary traffic Prerequisites:control in work zones. This course will TCS Certified (for the 1 day course)teach students to understand the engi- None (for the 2 day course)neering concepts necessary to proper-ly design effective traffic control plans, Course Length: 1 day/8 hours oras well as the fundamental principles 2 days/16 hoursof temporary traffic control, the sourc-es of standards and guidelines, the Formats: Classroomproper processes and procedures foradjustments, and legal implications. It Hosting: Closed; Co-sponsoredis recommended for traffic engineers,engineering technicians, consultants, CEUs: 0.75 (1 day) or 1.50 (2 days)and other individuals responsible fortemporary traffic control design and Course Materials:plan approval. Applying the Americans with DisabilitiesThe TCDS course is also available in a Act in Work Zones: A Practitionerone-day format, which is intended for Guideindividuals who are already TCS certi- Part 6 of the MUTCD (see pg 27)fied. Please note that the TCDS course Student Notebookdoes not grant authority to individuals toapprove design plans. Registration Fees: 1-day course: $295 Members $395 Non-members 2-day course: $495 Members $595 Non-members Certification Available: Yes (see pg 6) Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingAmerican Traffic Safety Services Association • www.atssa.com 17
Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) ! COURSE FACTSThe TCS course is designed to train Prerequisites: TCT coursethose who will be actively involved indesigning or setting up and maintain- Course Length: 2 days/16 hoursing temporary traffic control in a workzone. It moves from the concepts and Formats: Classroomtechniques taught in the TCT courseto the implementation of traffic control Hosting: Open; Closed; Co-sponsoredplans and techniques for installationand removal. Students are taught CEUs: 1.50how to read and interpret plans andspecifications and implement them in Course Materials:the field. Workshops included in the Part 6 of the MUTCD (see pg 27)course are designed to provide real Quality Guidelines (see pg 28)world examples in designing temporary Student Notebooktraffic control setups and also recog-nizing, analyzing and correcting defi- Registration Fee:ciencies. An additional, vital objective $355 Membersof this course is teaching students the $405 Non-membersskills necessary to become an effectivesupervisor, capable of leading a team in Certification Available: Yes (see pg 6)the field. Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingSome state-specific courses are avail-able. Visit www.atssa.com for a mostup-to-date list of states.Traffic Control Technician (TCT) ! COURSE FACTSEveryone involved in a construction Prerequisites: Nonework zone project should have a basicknowledge of temporary traffic control Course Length: 1 day/8 hoursthat allows them to assist in installingtraffic control devices, monitoring their Formats: Classroom; Spanishperformance, and recognizing deficien-cies during the course of a project. Hosting: Open; Closed; Co-sponsoredThe TCT course is an introduction to CEUs: 0.75temporary traffic control in work zonesfor individuals who work in the field Course Materials:installing and removing traffic control Guide to Temporary Traffic Controldevices. The course provides concepts,techniques, and practice exercises in (see pg 28)the installation and maintenance of traf-fic control devices. Registration Fees: $180 MembersSome state-specific courses are avail- $205 Non-membersable. Visit www.atssa.com for a mostup-to-date list of states. Certification Available: Yes (see pg 6) Register: www.atssa.com/Training18 ATSSA Training & Products Catalog
TRAINING COURSES ON CDATSSA offers the following self-paced courses in a CD-ROM format. CEUs andATSSA Certification options are not available for courses on CD.To purchase training courses on CD, visit www.atssa.com/Training or contactATSSA at 800-272-8772 or email [email protected] Traffic Control for Short Duration ActivitiesThis course covers all aspects of traf- ! COURSE FACTSfic control applicable to short durationactivities, including the fundamentals Prerequisites: Noneof temporary traffic control, componentparts of a temporary traffic control zone, Course Length: Self-pacedapplicable national standards, typicalapplications common to short duration Formats: CDactivities, and more. The course alsopresents recommendations on apply- Purchase Fees:ing simplified control procedures when $79.95 Membersperforming utility and public works oper- $99.95 Non-membersations. Order CD: www.atssa.com/TrainingBasic Traffic Control for Utility OperationsThis self-paced course is a great way ! COURSE FACTSto provide training to public works andutility workers. The course provides a Prerequisites: Nonebroad scope of knowledge in the basicsof temporary traffic control and presents Course Length: Self-pacedrecommendations on applying simpli-fied traffic control procedures when Formats: CDperforming utility and public works oper-ations. Course Materials: Basic Traffic Control for Utilities Guidebook Purchase Fees: $79.95 Members $99.95 Non-members Order CD: www.atssa.com/TrainingComprehensive Inspection TrainingThis course is designed to lead partic- ! COURSE FACTSipants from the very basic to the morecomplex aspects of inspection, docu- Prerequisites: Nonementation, and quality standards.Topics include: inspection basics, flag- Course Length: Self-pacedging operations, temporary pavementmarkings, and TMAs. This course is Formats: CDintended for highway agency inspec-tors, project engineers, traffic control Purchase Fees:supervisors, and others responsible for $79.95 Membersinspection activities. $99.95 Non-members Order CD: www.atssa.com/TrainingAmerican Traffic Safety Services Association • www.atssa.com 19
STATE-SPECIFIC COURSESIn addition to offering national training courses, ATSSA also customizes its trainingfor state Departments of Transportation to ensure that workers are provided withthe most up-to-date information specific to their state’s standards and regulations.Following are just a few of ATSSA’s state-specific training programs. For the currentstate-specific course schedule, visit www.atssa.com/Training.Florida Intermediate Training ! COURSE FACTSATSSA is an approved provider for the Prerequisites: NoneFlorida Department of Transportation Course Length: 2 days/16 hoursIntermediate Maintenance of Traffic Formats: Classroomcourse. Hosting: Closed; Co-sponsored CEUs: 1.50 (Approved by the FloridaThis course is required for all personswith duties that include any of the Board of Professional Engineers)following activities: Course Materials: Florida State Standards & Specifications • Direct responsibility of replacement Student Notebook of work zone traffic control devices, Registration Fees: $200 Members • Direct responsibility for field $250 Non-members maintenance of work zone traffic Certification Available: Yes (see pg 6) control devices, Register: www.atssa.com/Training • Inspection of the placement or ! COURSE FACTS operational function of work zone traffic control devices, or Prerequisites: FL Intermediate Training Course Length: 1 day/8 hours • Drafting or electronic generation of Formats: Classroom work zone traffic control plans. Hosting: Closed; Co-sponsored CEUs: 0.75 (Approved by the FloridaNOTE: This course is recognized asATSSA’s TCT course even though the Board of Professional Engineers)state mandates a different course title. Course Materials: Florida State Standards & SpecificationsFlorida Intermediate Refresher Student Notebook Registration Fees:This course provides an overview of $145 Membersthe Florida Intermediate training course $195 Non-memberswith concentration on the applicable Certification Available: Yes (see pg 6)changes that have occurred in the most Register: www.atssa.com/Trainingrecent four years to the Design Stan-dards, Part 6 of the MUTCD, PlansPreparation Manual, Construction Proj-ect Administration Manual, and Stan-dard Specifications for Road and BridgeConstruction.Refresher courses are required everyfour years for all persons to continue tobe qualified to perform their assignedduties. Persons who have maintainedcurrent certification from an approvedprovider may take a training or refresh-er course to comply with this procedure.20 ATSSA Training & Products Catalog
Florida Advanced Training ! COURSE FACTSATSSA is an approved provider for Prerequisites: 1 year (2,000 hours)the Florida Department of Transporta- work zone experiencetion Advanced Maintenance of Trafficcourse. Course Length: 2 days/20 hoursThis course is required for personnel Formats: Classroomwith responsibility or authority to decideon the specific Maintenance of Traffic Hosting: Open; Closed; Co-sponsoredrequirements to be implemented. Thesepositions include the following: CEUs: 1.875 (Approved by the Florida Board of Professional Engineers) • The engineer responsible for the work zone traffic control plan Course Materials: development, or Florida State Standards & Specifications Student Notebook • The work zone traffic control Quality Guidelines (see pg 28) supervisor. Registration Fees:This course is not required for submit- $350 Membersting traffic control plans for utility work, $445 Non-membersunless such persons have to sign andseal the traffic control plans in accor- Certification Available: Yes (see pg 6)dance with the Florida DOT UtilityAccommodation Manual. Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingNOTE: This course is recognized asATSSA’s TCS course even though thestate mandates a different course title.Florida Advanced Refresher ! COURSE FACTSThis course provides an overview of Prerequisites: FL Advanced Trainingthe Florida Advanced training coursewith concentration on the applicable Course Length: 1 day/8 hourschanges that have occurred in the mostrecent four years to the Design Stan- Formats: Classroomdards, Part 6 of the MUTCD, PlansPreparation Manual, Construction Proj- Hosting: Open; Closed; Co-sponsoredect Administration Manual, and Stan-dard Specifications for Road and Bridge CEUs: 0.75 (Approved by the FloridaConstruction. Board of Professional Engineers)Refresher courses are required every Course Materials:four years for all persons to continue to Florida State Standards & Specificationsbe qualified to perform their assigned Student Notebookduties. Persons who have maintained Quality Guidelines (see pg 28)current certification from an approvedprovider may take a training or refresh- Registration Fees:er course to comply with this procedure. $145 Members $195 Non-members Certification Available: Yes (see pg 6) Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingAmerican Traffic Safety Services Association • www.atssa.com 21
South Carolina Advanced TrainingThis one-day course builds on previ- ! COURSE FACTSous courses and covers traffic controlplan reading and development, posi- Prerequisites: SC State TCStive protection, work zone capacity,night work, and inspection. Intended Course Length: 1/2 day/4 hoursfor supervisors and engineers, thiscourse is designed for those working Formats: Classroomon high-volume, high-speed, multi-lane roadways, and controlled access Hosting: Open; Closed; Co-sponsoredfacilities. All work zone durations arecovered in this course. CEUs: 0.375 Course Materials: Student Notebook South Carolina State Standards & Specifications Part 6 of the MUTCD (see pg 27) Registration Fees: $115 Members $130 Non-members Certification Available: No Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingVirginia Basic Training ! COURSE FACTSThis course provides an introduction to Prerequisites: Nonetemporary traffic control in Virginia workzones for individuals who are relatively Course Length: 1 day/8 hoursinexperienced in this area. It teachesconcepts, techniques, and practices Formats: Classroomin the installation and maintenance oftraffic control devices specific to the Hosting: Open; Closed; Co-sponsoredCommonwealth. CEUs: 0.75NOTE: This course is recognized asATSSA’s TCT course even though the Course Materials:state mandates a different course title. Student Notebook Virginia Work Zone Safety Guidelines (see pg 29) Registration Fees: $165 VDOT employees $180 Members $195 Non-members Certification Available: Yes (see pg 6) Register: www.atssa.com/Training22 ATSSA Training & Products Catalog
Virginia Intermediate Training ! COURSE FACTSThis course is designed to train those Prerequisites: Nonewho will be actively involved in design-ing or supervising temporary traffic Course Length: 2 days/16 hourscontrol in Virginia work zones. Studentsare taught concepts, techniques, and Formats: Classroompractices in the installation and mainte-nance of traffic control devices specif- Hosting: Open; Closed; Co-sponsoredic to the Commonwealth. Additionally,students will be taught legal aspects CEUs: 1.50of temporary traffic control, installa-tion and removal procedures, flagging Course Materials:procedures, and other considerations Quality Guidelines (see pg 28)such as pedestrians, nighttime work, Student Notebookand urban areas. Several workshops Virginia Work Area Protection Manualincluded in this course provide hands-on experience in analyzing and design- (see pg 29)ing temporary traffic control set-ups forvarious real-life situations. Registration Fees: $315 VDOT employeesNOTE: This course is recognized as $355 MembersATSSA’s TCS course even though the $395 Non-membersstate mandates a different course title. Certification Available: Yes (see pg 6) Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingVirginia Advanced Training ! COURSE FACTSThis course addresses the entire Prerequisites: Noneprocess for designing, installing, main-taining, and evaluating temporary traf- Course Length: 2 days/16 hoursfic control in Virginia work zones. Thecourse includes an introduction to Formats: Classroomtemporary traffic control standards andguidelines, design concepts, and sever- Hosting: Open; Closed; Co-sponsoredal hands-on exercises. The courseinformation is taken from the Virginia CEUs: 1.50Work Area Protection Manual and theMUTCD. Course Materials: Quality Guidelines (see pg 28)This course is recommended for traf- Student Notebookfic engineers, engineers, engineering Virginia Work Area Protection Manualtechnicians, consultants, and other indi-viduals responsible for temporary traffic (see pg 29)control design and plan approval. Thiscourse does not grant authority to indi- Registration Fees:viduals to approve design plans. $425 VDOT employees $495 MembersNOTE: This course is recognized as $555 Non-membersATSSA’s TCDS course even though thestate mandates a different course title. Certification Available: Yes (see pg 6) Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingAmerican Traffic Safety Services Association • www.atssa.com 23
Washington State TCS ! COURSE FACTSThis course includes presentations, Prerequisites: Noneexercises, and references to Feder-al and Washington State highway Course Length: 3 days/24 hoursconstruction and traffic control stan-dards. Students will receive materials Formats: Classroomto assist with practical on-the-job issuesand performance standards. Concepts, Hosting: Open; Closed; Co-sponsoredtechniques and practices in the installa-tion and maintenance of traffic control CEUs: 2.25devices in Washington will be covered.Additionally, students will be provided Course Materials:with information regarding how to make Student Notebooktemporary traffic control areas safer for Washington State Standards &workers, motorists, and pedestrians. SpecificationsNOTE: Certification is included with thiscourse. Interested students must apply Registration Fees:and be approved for certification after $450 Membersmeeting all certification requirements. $565 Non-members Certification Available: Yes (see pg 6) Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingWashington State TCS RefresherThis course includes presentations, ! COURSE FACTSexercises, and references to Feder-al and Washington State highway Prerequisites: WA State TCSconstruction and traffic control stan- (see pg 24)dards. Students will receive materialsto assist with practical on-the-job issues Course Length: 1 day/8 hoursand performance standards. Concepts,techniques and practices in the installa- Formats: Classroomtion and maintenance of traffic controldevices in Washington will be covered. Hosting: Open; Closed; Co-sponsoredAdditionally, students will be providedwith information regarding how to make CEUs: 0.75temporary traffic control areas safer forworkers, motorists, and pedestrians. Course Materials: Student NotebookNOTE: Certification is included with this Washington State Standards &course. Interested students must applyand be approved for certification after Specificationsmeeting all certification requirements. Registration Fees: $245 Members $275 Non-members Certification Available: Yes (see pg 6) Register: www.atssa.com/Training24 ATSSA Training & Products Catalog
Washington State FIT ! COURSE FACTSFlagging traffic is both a critical and a Prerequisites: WA State TCSpotentially hazardous part of providing (see pg 24)a safe work zone. Flaggers are respon-sible for protecting their fellow workers Course Length: 3 days/24 hoursas well as motorists. The WA State FITcourse is designed to teach students Formats: Classroomhow to effectively teach flagger cours-es, emphasizing skills and techniques Hosting: Open; Closed; Co-sponsoredfor teaching the fundamentals of flag-ging. Students are provided with all the CEUs: 2.25information needed to present the four-hour ATSSA flagger certification training Course Materials:course as well as the six-hour WA-spe- ATSSA National Flagger Videocific ATSSA flagger certification training Training Skills for ATSSA Flaggercourse. Each FIT student must teach asection of this material to demonstrate Instructor Workbooktheir ability to communicate and effec- Washington State Flagger Instructortively present the material to learners.Individuals successfully completing the GuideFIT will be recognized as ATSSA Certi- Washington State Flagger Certificationfied Flagger Instructors both in WA andnationally. Handbook Washington State Standards & Specifications Registration Fees: $450 Members $565 Non-members Certification Available: Yes (see pg 6) Register: www.atssa.com/TrainingAdditional State-Specific TCT and TCS CoursesTCT and TCS courses taken in the following states are also classified as state-specific courses because the requirements in these states go beyond the nationalrequirements set forth by the MUTCD, and follow the same pricing structure as ournational courses: AZ, CA, LA, MI, MN, NC, PA, SC, TX, and UT.American Traffic Safety Services Association • www.atssa.com 25
PRODUCTSATSSA offers a comprehensive selection of products, which provide criticalinformation to road safety and traffic control workers.Following are just a few of ATSSA’s products available for purchase. Bulk pricingis available for most products. Visit www.atssa.com/OnlineStore or call ATSSA at800-272-8772 for more information and to purchase these and other products.Flagger Handbook $ PRODUCT INFOThis pocket-sized handbook is intend- Pricing:ed to assist the flagger in understand- $4.95 Membersing his or her duties to protect project $6.95 Non-memberspersonnel and provide safe, courteous, $11.00 Washington Stateand authoritative directions to trafficseeking passage through the work area. Formats:Color illustrations are featured through- English; Spanishout. Covered topics include: MUTCD Washington State-specificSection 6E (Flagging Operations), flag-ger equipment, flagger position, stop- Order: www.atssa.com/OnlineStoreping and releasing traffic, one-way andtwo-way traffic, traffic control at inter-sections, flagging for pilot car opera-tion, rules of conduct, and emergencyprocedures. Bulk pricing is available for most products. For details, visit www.atssa.com/OnlineStore26 ATSSA Training & Products Catalog
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, 2009 EditionWritten by the Federal Highway Admin- $ PRODUCT INFOistration (FHWA), the 2009 MUTCDreplaces the 2003 edition and is incor- Coil Bound Format:porated into Federal regulations as $62.50 Membersthe national standard for traffic control $68.75 Non-membersdevices on all public roads and bikepaths. Part 3 (Includes Parts 1, 3, & 6): $25.30 MembersThis high quality printed version is avail- $37.00 Non-membersable at discounted prices through acooperative effort between ATSSA, the Part 6 (Includes Parts 1, 5, & 6):American Association of State Highway OUT OF STOCKand Transportation Officials (AASHTO) $25.30 Membersand the Institute of Transportation Engi- $37.00 Non-membersneers (ITE). Perfect Bound Format:This publication includes a comprehen- $50.00 Memberssive copyrighted index and high-quality $55.00 Non-membersprint and color-matched graphics. Part 3 (Includes Parts 1, 3, & 6): $20.25 Members $29.70 Non-members Part 6 (Includes Parts 1, 5, & 6): $20.25 Members $29.70 Non-Members Order: www.atssa.com/OnlineStore Bulk pricing is available for most products. For details, visit www.atssa.com/OnlineStoreAmerican Traffic Safety Services Association • www.atssa.com 27
Quality Guidelines for Temporary Traffic ControlDevices and FeaturesThis booklet assists contractors andagency personnel in determining whena traffic control device has outlived itsusefulness by illustrating three levels ofdevice conditions: acceptable, margin-al, and unacceptable. The devicesdescribed include: signs, barricades,drums, cones, tubes, warning lights,arrow panels, changeable messagesigns, and markers. Also includesphotos demonstrating acceptable,marginal, and unacceptable flash-ing arrow panels-sequential, chevron,caution, double arrow mode, and porta-ble changeable message signs. $ PRODUCT INFO Pricing: $3.95 Members $5.95 Non-members Formats: English (NEW 2017 version) Pennsylvania State-specific Texas State-specific Order: www.atssa.com/OnlineStoreA Guide to Temporary Traffic Control in Work ZonesThis guide provides informationcondensed from the MUTCD, 2009Edition, regarding the installation, main-tenance, and removal of traffic controldevices in the work zone. The guidealso contains information on the funda-mental principles of temporary trafficcontrol, component parts of a tempo-rary traffic control zone, traffic controldevices, signs, channelizing devices,typical applications, and standards anduniformity.$ PRODUCT INFO Bulk pricing is available for most products. For details, visit www.atssa.com/OnlineStorePricing:$17.00 Members$23.00 Non-membersFormats:English (NEW 2018 version); SpanishOrder: www.atssa.com/OnlineStore28 ATSSA Training & Products Catalog
The following products are sold by ATSSA in cooperationwith the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).Virginia Flagger Certification Kit $ PRODUCT INFOThis kit includes: Pricing: • 2012 Work Zone Safety Guidelines $15.15 for Temporary Traffic Control Pocket Guide Order: www.atssa.com/OnlineStore • Work Zone Safety Training Videos (URL provided in kit materials) • Printed materials (training course handouts and tests) • 12 flagger certification cardsThis kit is only accepted by VDOT.Virginia Flagger Certification CardFor use with the Virginia Flagger Certi- $ PRODUCT INFOfication Program. Cards should only beprovided to those individuals success- Pricing:fully completing Flagger Certification $0.55 each; Bulk pricing availabletraining and passing the training exam.Virginia Flagger Certification cards are Order: www.atssa.com/OnlineStoreonly accepted by VDOT.Virginia Work Area Protection Manual, 2011 Edition,Revised April 1, 2015This manual contains the Virginia $ PRODUCT INFOversion of the MUTCD Part 6, 2009Edition. This manual is issued to Pricing:promote a uniform standard of traffic $35.25control associated with special events,incident management, and work area Order: www.atssa.com/OnlineStoreprotection along the highways ofVirginia.Virginia Work Zone Safety Guidelines for Temporary TrafficControl Pocket Guide, 2012 EditionThis pocket guide presents basic guide- $ PRODUCT INFOlines for work zone traffic control andsupplements the 2011 Virginia Work Pricing:Area Protection Manual, with emphasis $8.50on short-term work sites on roads andstreets in rural and urban areas. Order: www.atssa.com/OnlineStore Bulk pricing is available for most products. For details, visit www.atssa.com/OnlineStoreAmerican Traffic Safety Services Association • www.atssa.com 29
MEMBERSHIP AS A RESOURCE FOR SUCCESS ATSSA represents the road, traffic, and highway safety industry with effective legislative advocacy, traffic control safety training, and a far-reaching member partnership. As a member, you have access to a diverse array of tools and resources to meet today’s challenges. Benefits include: • Member-only rates for training and certification programs • Access to research and innovative technologies • National committee and local chapter involvement • Legislative and regulatory advocacy • ATSSA-endorsed programs ATSSA brings together members, roadway safety experts, and public agencies to identify and solve safety issues. Members work together to develop and implement safety programs, products, services, training, certification, and specification reviews. ATSSA has a variety of membership categories that serve just about any company or individual involved in the roadway safety industry. For questions or to request more information, please visit www.atssa.com/MemberCenter or contact ATSSA at 800-272-8772 or email [email protected]. ATSSA Chapter Meetings Regional meetings and events hosted by ATSSA Chapters to communicate current and upcoming regional roadway safety issues. For more information, visit www.atssa.com/Chapters or contact ATSSA at 800-272-8772 or email [email protected]. How-To Conferences Conferences hosted by ATSSA Chapters that highlight roadway safety innovations, products, and services through workshops and networking on a regional level. For more information, visit www.atssa.com/Events or contact ATSSA at 800-272-8772 or email [email protected] ATSSA Training & Products Catalog
ATSSA State Government Relations ProgramThis program seeks to involve local ATSSA Chapters in the policy makingand legislative process at all levels of government. More than ever statelegislatures are playing a significant role in determining the future of roadwaysafety infrastructure improvements.For more information, visit www.atssa.com/GovernmentRelations or contactthe ATSSA D.C. office at 202-733-1245 or email [email protected] Committees and CouncilsAs an ATSSA member, join your peers and other industry leaders by serving oncommittees or councils to identify and solve roadway infrastructure safety issues. • Chapter Presidents’ Council • Government Relations Committee • Guardrail Committee • High Friction Surface Treatment Council • Innovation Council • Member Engagement Committee • Pavement Marking Committee • PAC Oversight Committee • Safety & Public Awareness (SPA) Committee • Sign Committee • Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP) Council • Temporary Traffic Control CommitteeFor more information, visit www.atssa.com/Committees or contact ATSSA at800-272-8772 or email [email protected] TopicsFree 30-minute learning webinars, exclusively for ATSSA members, presentedmonthly by experts in the roadway safety industry and ATSSA members.Topics focus on the roadway safety industry, temporary traffic control,innovative technologies, and much more.For more information, visit www.atssa.com/TuesdayTopics or contact ATSSAat 800-272-8772 or email [email protected] Blog & NewsATSSA is committed to road safety, and our brand new blog is now the bestway to find information on the road, traffic, and highway safety industry.Now see ATSSA press releases, industry news, innovative information andupdates, and more.Visit the ATSSA Blog now at www.atssa.com/ATSSABlog or contact ATSSA at800-272-8772 or email [email protected] Traffic Safety Services Association • www.atssa.com 31
EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES Annual Convention & Traffic Expo Annual Convention & Traffic Expo is ATSSA’s premier event for nearly 3,500 roadway safety professionals from across the USA and around the globe. The event brings together business leaders, government officials, manufacturers, and corporate department personnel involved in nearly every aspect of roadway safety. Website: expo.atssa.com Legislative Briefing & Fly-In Every spring, ATSSA’s Washington, D.C. office hosts a Legislative Briefing & Fly-In that gathers ATSSA members in the nation’s capital for a two-day meeting. Attendees experience a high-level briefing on day one, and day two features meetings with federal representatives. These are the legislators that ultimately make decisions about the roadway safety industry and funding for our nation’s roadways. Website: flyin.atssa.com ATSSA Leadership Program Bi-annual program is designed to help participants understand different leadership styles, discover their personal styles through a consultant-facilitated model, and fully develop their own leadership potential. Website: leadership.atssa.com National Work Zone Awareness Week This national week-long event is an opportunity to provide media coverage to raise public awareness about the dangers for workers and motorists when road improvements are under way. Kick-off event location varies with many states hosting the event. Website: nwzaw.org Midyear Meeting Annual meeting hosted by ATSSA that gathers more than 200 members meeting as committees to discuss current and upcoming industry issues. Website: atssa.com/Events32 ATSSA Training & Products Catalog
THE FOUNDATION ATSSA is a proud corporate sponsor of The Foundation. The Foundation exists to promote roadway safety through charitable giving and public awareness programs. To learn more about these and other Foundation programs, visit atssa.com/TheFoundationRoadway Worker Memorial ScholarshipsThis program can help the dependents of fallenor permanently disabled work zone workers reachtheir post-high school education goals. Scholarshipsare competitive and have a value of up to $10,000.Applicants who demonstrate a strong commitment tovolunteerism may be eligible for an additional $1,000in honor of Chuck Bailey.National Work Zone MemorialOriginally unveiled in April 2002, with a newdesign released in February 2017, “TheNational Work Zone Memorial - Respectand Remembrance: Reflections of Life onthe Road” traveling exhibition pays homageto the memory of those killed in work zones by displaying their names on atribute to honor them on a continuous basis. The Memorial is available to anyoneinterested in increasing roadway safety awareness at their next event.Experience Camps Travel ScholarshipsThe Foundation now partners with “Experience Camps”to provide children of roadway workers who were killedin work zones a safe place to meet other children whoare coping with similar challenges. The Foundationcovers cost of round trip travel expenses for the child totravel to a one-week Experience Camp.Annual Golf Classic Tournament andAnnual Sporting Clays EventScheduled in conjunction with ATSSA’s AnnualConvention & Traffic Expo, these events helpsupport The Foundation’s programs. The GolfClassic Tournament is The Foundation’s biggestfundraiser since 1992, thanks to its sponsors andplayers. The Sporting Clays Event has been verysuccessful since starting in 2013, with interestcontinuing to increase.American Traffic Safety Services Association • www.atssa.com 33
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