Construction Inspection Workshops
Basic inspection
This workshop is designed for the beginning inspector who may have 0-3 years of experience. The basics of documentation will be explored along with an overview of the information sources and availability of additional training and how everyone is involved in safety. The workshop will also include a discussion of the role of the inspector from two viewpoints: the agency's and contractor's. Each want the same end result from a construction project, but how do they view the role of the inspector?
Agenda
- 8:00 Registration
- 8:45 Welcome
- 9:00 Inspector's role and information resources
- 10:15 Break
- 10:30 Contractor relations and supervision - up and down the organization
- 11:45 Lunch (provided)
- 1:00 Construction dilemmas (group discussions and solutions)
- 2:15 Break
- 2:30 Training opportunities (DMACC, Boone, Iowa State University)
- 3:00 Safety discussion and video
- 3:30 Adjourn
Advanced inspection
This workshop provides construction inspectors with an understanding of the flow of activities and the fundamentals of construction inspection. For the seasoned employee (more than 3 years of experience), the workshop refreshes solid principles of construction inspections. The workshop will present insight into the current state of construction activities and an exposure to partnering in Iowa. There is an opportunity to share experiences and to learn from peers.
Agenda
- 8:00 Registration
- 8:45 Welcome
- 9:00 Chief inspector's role
- 10:15 Break
- 10:30 Contractor relations
- 11:45 Lunch (provided)
- 1:00 Construction dilemmas (group discussions and solutions)
- 2:15 Break
- 2:30 Stormwater discharge and erosion control/maintenance
- 3:30 Adjourn
Dates and locations
This year's dates and locations.
Fees
The registration fee for each workshop is $60 per person. The fee includes lunch, breaks, and workshop materials. Refund of the registration fee will be made to registrants who cancel before the registration deadline. No refunds will be made for cancellations after that date. However, substitutions are welcome anytime.
Registration
The deadline for registrations is one week prior to each workshop. If possible, please fax registrations and indicate the approximate date the registration form and check will be mailed.
To register for an excavation safety workshop, fax, email, or mail the information
requested below to
Georgia Parham
CTRE
2901 S. Loop Drive, Suite 3100
Ames, IA 50010-8634
Phone:515-294-2267
Fax: 515-294-0467
gparham@iastate.edu
Questions?
If you have questions about the content of the workshop, contact Duane Smith, 515-294-8817. For questions about registration, contact Georgia Parham, 515-294-2267, gparham@iastate.edu.
