Bridge Inspection Level 1 & 2
Bridges and other structures are crucial asset elements of the infrastructure network. It is essential that their condition is monitored and repairs are planned and completed in an efficient and timely manner. The systematic inspection, condition rating and monitoring of these assets are vital components to managing the lifecycle of these structures.
This 3-day workshop will assist participants to develop the knowledge and skills to conduct Level 1 and 2 Inspections in accordance with industry best practice.
A Level 1 routine maintenance inspection is required to check the general serviceability of the structure, particularly for the safety of road users, and identify any emerging problems. A Level 2 condition rating inspection is a key step in assessing the effectiveness of past maintenance treatments and identifying current maintenance needs to assist in the forecasting future changes in condition and estimating future budget requirements of structures across the network.
Note: It will be beneficial for attendees to have a basic knowledge of bridges and culverts.
Content
Introduction to structures inspections
Structure types and their components
Identifying common defects
Access and equipment requirements
Inspection Forms and Data Recording
The Inspection Process
Reporting
Safe work practices
Who should attend?
The workshop is primarily aimed at, but not limited to:
Road & bridge maintenance field staff
Existing Level 1 and 2 Inspectors
Leading hands
Works Supervisors
Inspectors
Engineers
Consultants
Contractors
Summary
Participants will be provided with a certificate of attendance. Certificates can be uploaded to the Track MY CPD portal to monitor you CPD compliance for or towards RPEQ.
This workshop provides the underpinning knowledge to align with nationally recognised units of competency from the Certificate IV in Civil Construction Supervision as well as other civil construction qualifications. A formal assessment
pathway is available for participants looking to achieve a competency outcome from this training. Attending this workshop along with formal assessments undertaken both during and after the workshop, will be used to provide the underpinning knowledge you will need to complete the assessment tasks for this skill set.
The skills set comprises the following units of competency:
RIICSG405D: Carry out inspections of civil structures
RIIIMG301D: Maintain site records
RIIRIS301D: Apply risk management processes
The Facilitator
Joshua Seskis is a consulting engineer in structures asset management and a registered structural engineer. He has been involved in authoring several Austroads publications on the topics of bridge management, deterioration modelling, and structural assessment frameworks. He has worked consulting in the structures inspection and management space for a range of government organisations and provided training on inspection practices.
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