Best Practice Guide to Unsealed Roads - Regional Location
The Unsealed Roads Best Practice Guide was first published in May 2020 and captures current best practice in managing unsealed roads. The Guide is targeted at local governments (and other organisations) that are tasked with designing, constructing, and maintaining unsealed roads in Australia.
About this course
Each training will be presented by a resident NTRO specialist and will include both technical background information and practical case studies. This course provides a comprehensive overview of the key elements associated with the management of unsealed roads.
This two day course will provide participants with a comprehensive overview of the Guide, as well as practical training on the interpretation and application of the various elements covered in the Guide, including road safety and design, construction and maintenance, as well as managing and operating an unsealed road network.
The second day of training includes a site visit to view local unsealed roads in various conditions for hands on learning experience.
Course Outline
Learning Outcomes
- Understanding of important factors to consider when managing unsealed roads.
- Understanding of how to design and maintain unsealed roads.
- Latest knowledge of the various technical aspects related to unsealed roads.
- Broad appreciation for the approaches used in the asset management of unsealed roads.
- An understanding of the development and implementation process for works programs.
- Awareness of the key aspects involved in unsealed pavement materials and design.
- Understanding of the typical maintenance activity processes and involved considerations.
- Understanding of when it is appropriate to seal an unsealed road.
- Knowledge of alternative technical options for seals, reseals and dust suppression.
Topics Covered
Knowledge Transfer Accreditation
Learning Formats
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Who is this for?
Registration Instructions
The following instructions should be followed by all MRPV personnel (including NELP and WGT) when registering for training.
If you are delivering road construction projects in Victoria, you must comply with the standards determined by the Victorian Government. These standards are covered in the following workshops.
For more information, please contact MRPV-TechnicalTraining@roadprojects.vic.gov.au
