National Road Network Long-term Maintenance & Rehabilitation Strategies: Secure National Infrastructure Longevity

Introduction:

National Road Network Long-Term Maintenance and Rehabilitation Strategies empowers professionals to develop sustainable and cost-effective maintenance plans for national road infrastructure. This course focuses on utilizing data-driven approaches, advanced technologies, and strategic planning to ensure the long-term performance and longevity of road networks. Participants will learn how to assess infrastructure condition, prioritize maintenance activities, and implement rehabilitation strategies that align with national goals. This course bridges the gap between reactive maintenance and proactive asset management, empowering professionals to build resilient and cost-efficient national road networks.

Target Audience:

This course is designed for road engineers, maintenance managers, and government officials involved in the planning and execution of national road network maintenance and rehabilitation, including:

• Maintenance Managers
• Road Network Managers
• Government Road Officials
• Infrastructure Asset Managers
• Pavement Engineers
• Planning Engineers
• Consultants in Infrastructure Maintenance

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this National Road Network Long-Term Maintenance and Rehabilitation Strategies course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles and methodologies of long-term road network maintenance and rehabilitation planning.
• Develop sustainable and cost-effective maintenance strategies for national road networks.
• Utilize data-driven approaches for infrastructure condition assessment and prioritization.
• Implement advanced pavement rehabilitation technologies and techniques.
• Understand the role of asset management systems in road network maintenance.
• Implement strategies for preventive maintenance and life-cycle cost analysis.
• Understand the principles of pavement management systems (PMS) and their applications.
• Implement strategies for utilizing recycled and sustainable materials in rehabilitation projects.
• Understand the role of performance-based contracting in road maintenance.
• Implement strategies for stakeholder engagement and communication in maintenance planning.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of maintenance and rehabilitation strategies.
• Enhance their ability to develop and implement national road network maintenance plans.
• Improve their organization's infrastructure asset management capabilities.
• Contribute to the development of a sustainable and cost-efficient national road network.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in road network maintenance and rehabilitation.
• Become a more knowledgeable and effective road maintenance and rehabilitation professional.
• Understand ethical considerations in infrastructure maintenance and resource allocation.
• Learn how to use pavement management systems and maintenance planning tools effectively.

Duration

5 Days

Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to National Road Network Long-Term Maintenance and Rehabilitation

• Overview of the importance of long-term maintenance and rehabilitation for national road networks.
• Understanding the principles of sustainable and cost-effective infrastructure management.
• Introduction to pavement management systems (PMS) and asset management concepts.
• Review of relevant national and international standards.
• Setting the stage for proactive infrastructure management.

Module 2: Infrastructure Condition Assessment and Data-Driven Prioritization

• Implementing methodologies for assessing pavement condition (roughness, cracking, rutting).
• Utilizing data collection techniques (automated surveys, visual inspections).
• Analyzing data to prioritize maintenance and rehabilitation activities.
• Understanding the role of data quality and consistency.
• Understanding the use of condition indices.

Module 3: Pavement Rehabilitation Technologies and Techniques

• Exploring pavement rehabilitation techniques (mill and overlay, full-depth reclamation, pavement recycling).
• Implementing strategies for utilizing geosynthetics and geogrids in rehabilitation.
• Analyzing the performance of different rehabilitation methods.
• Understanding the impact of traffic loading and environmental factors.
• Understanding the importance of proper drainage.

Module 4: Asset Management Systems for Road Network Maintenance

• Understanding the principles and applications of asset management systems.
• Implementing asset management strategies for road infrastructure.
• Utilizing asset management software and databases.
• Analyzing life-cycle costs and optimizing maintenance schedules.
• Understanding the importance of asset registers.

Module 5: Preventive Maintenance and Life-Cycle Cost Analysis

• Implementing preventive maintenance strategies for prolonging pavement life.
• Utilizing life-cycle cost analysis (LCCA) for evaluating maintenance options.
• Analyzing the economic benefits of preventive maintenance.
• Understanding the impact of maintenance timing on overall costs.
• Understanding the importance of seal coating and crack sealing.

Module 6: Pavement Management Systems (PMS) and Applications

• Understanding the principles and applications of pavement management systems (PMS).
• Utilizing PMS software for data analysis and decision-making.
• Implementing PMS for network-level and project-level planning.
• Analyzing PMS reports and performance indicators.
• Understanding the importance of calibration and validation.

Module 7: Recycled and Sustainable Materials in Rehabilitation Projects

• Implementing strategies for utilizing recycled asphalt pavement (RAP) and recycled concrete aggregate (RCA).
• Understanding the environmental benefits of sustainable materials.
• Analyzing the performance of recycled materials in rehabilitation projects.
• Utilizing bio-based materials and additives.
• Understanding the importance of sustainable construction practices.

Module 8: Performance-Based Contracting and Stakeholder Engagement

• Understanding the principles of performance-based contracting for road maintenance.
• Implementing strategies for utilizing performance indicators and metrics.
• Analyzing the benefits of performance-based contracts.
• Implementing stakeholder engagement and communication strategies.
• Understanding the importance of clear performance specifications.

Module 9: Evaluation and Continuous Improvement of Maintenance Strategies

• Implementing methodologies for evaluating the effectiveness of maintenance and rehabilitation strategies.
• Utilizing performance data and feedback to improve maintenance practices.
• Analyzing the impact of maintenance decisions on road network performance.
• Developing a roadmap for continuous improvement in maintenance capabilities.
• Understanding the importance of post-construction evaluation.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world.

The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 5 working days before commencement of the training.