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Training Course on Road Infrastructure Maintenance and Management to Ensure Road Safety in Tanzania

Summary

Road Infrastructure is an asset that contributes significantly to the economic growth of Tanzania and poverty reduction. However, like many other assets, roads deteriorate with time and thus need to be maintained. Roads deteriorate due to the effect of the environment and traffic loading (As we have been observing many roads deteriorate during heavy rain seasons and the destruction of bridges or a small spot becomes a big one that causes accidents). Road maintenance requires a huge number of resources and thus imposes a major challenge to many low-income developing countries like Tanzania where there is always a competing demand for very limited resources available. Therefore, an economic evaluation of different road investment strategies becomes necessary to have scientific criteria for the most economic utilization of the few resources available. Hence the training course will help in revealing different management methods on road infrastructure maintenance and collect recommendations for improving road safety of our roads in Tanzania through comprehensive discussions with road experts/ stakeholders within and outside the Country. This road infrastructure maintenance and management course provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of road maintenance, emphasizing the need to address maintenance issues adequately to ensure better safety in Tanzanian Roads. This road maintenance and infrastructure management course is crucial to reducing the lifecycle costs of the road network and infrastructure. As the road networks have been extensively developed, the spotlight is on preserving and extending the life of the existing infrastructure. Therefore, road agencies and companies must recognize that road maintenance fundamentally differs from constructing new roads. Whereas construction projects are typically defined by a clear start and end, maintenance requires a continuous commitment. Unlike the design and construction phases, where engineering issues are paramount, maintenance is a fundamental management issue. Optimization of these processes often involves institutional reforms, capacity building, and changes to management practices, as these form the core of road maintenance philosophy.

Understanding the Importance of Road Infrastructure Maintenance & Management.

Infrastructure maintenance, including the upkeep of roads and associated infrastructure, is essential for ensuring safe and efficient transportation systems. This road maintenance and infrastructure management course delves into the importance of road infrastructure maintenance, illustrating how proactive preservation strategies can minimize overall costs and disruptions while providing a sustainable approach to managing our transportation networks. By understanding road infrastructure maintenance definitions and management systems, participants in the road maintenance and infrastructure management course are better equipped to execute rigorous maintenance infrastructure protocols and appreciate the importance of a robust county road maintenance program to the longevity and reliability of these critical assets.

Targeted Groups

  1. Government Agencies managing roads.
  2. Government Agencies that influence the development and safety of roads.
  3. Project Managers. Traffic Engineers.
  4. Civil Engineers.
  5. Highway and Road Engineers.
  6. Consultants and Contractors that are involved in the maintenance process.
  7. Researchers, Consultants, and Practitioners are in traffic engineering, specializing in management, analytics, optimization, project management, and traffic optimization.
  8. Engineers, Engineering technologists, and Project Managers engaged with Government Agencies.

Course Objectives

  1. By the end of this road maintenance and infrastructure management course, participants will:
  2. Comprehend the importance of road maintenance management.
  3. Plan and prioritize road maintenance employing multiple criteria decision-making.
  4. Develop a comprehensive road management plan.
  5. Identify and recommend improvements for existing maintenance programs.
  6. Thoroughly evaluate complex road maintenance programs and plans.
  7. Learn some modern tools for road maintenance. 

Targeted Competencies

At the end of this road maintenance and infrastructure management course, the target competencies will be able to:
Understand the lifecycle cost of the road network.
Master the maintenance management planning and execution. Development of robust maintenance strategies.
Expertise in maintenance prioritization.
Manage budgeting and financial aspects related to road maintenance. Implement modern tools and technologies for road inventory management. Promote maintenance sustainability. 

Course Content

Unit 1: Road Infrastructure as an Asset

Introduction.
Define the purpose of road maintenance activities. Manage road network inventory.
Understand strategies for the prevention of road deterioration.
Outline road maintenance management activities.

Unit 2: Monitoring and Actions

Classification of road.
Monitoring of surface condition.
Variables in road condition monitoring.
Recognizing factors affecting road lifetime.
Learn about procedures for pavement rehabilitation and recycling.

Unit 3: Road Maintenance Project Management

Overview of maintenance operations.

Management of road surfaces.

Shoulders and approaches.

Maintenance of roadsides.

Understand how to maintain bridges, tunnels, and drainage structures.

Understand the implementation of traffic controls and safety devices.

Control adverse weather conditions like snow, ice, dunes, and sand.

Unit 4: Road Maintenance and Construction

Determine pavement condition.
Strategies for pavement resurfacing.
Manage work zones for minimal disruption. Structure a road maintenance program. Learn how to set road maintenance goals and performance measures.

Unit 5: Developing a Robust Road Maintenance Plan

Road improvement project planning. Craft project strategies and proposals. Deliver project outcomes.
Road survey overview.

Conduct road surveys and preliminary analysis.
Understand how to create an effective communication plan. Address road maintenance quality issues.
Implement preventive road maintenance techniques.
Learn about promptly addressing road emergency repairs. Plan for road rehabilitation.
Road reconstruction.

Unit 6: Leveraging Engineers’ Tools for Road Maintenance

Application of LIDAR systems.
Capture road inventory through point cloud data collection. Employ traffic data collection and big data analytics. Conduct road safety audits.
Incorporate road design innovations.
Integrating Intelligent Transportation System, ITS.

Lead Resource Person and other Local and International Guest Speakers 

a. Lead Resource Person

There will be two lead resource person, one from Canada the other from Tanzania 

b. International Speakers

There will be five other international experts of which their details will be presented in the final announcement later

c. Local Speakers

There will be five local Tanzanian Experts of which their details will be presented in the final announcement later. 

Course Language

The official Language of the Training Course will be English. No translation service will be provided. However, during the opening and closing ceremonies, Kiswahili will be used. 

Virtual Attendance

There will be no service or facilitation to virtual attendance, all delegates will have to attend physically at Dar es Salaam. 

Accreditation and Certification of the Course

Delegates attending the

course fully will be given Certificates of Attendance which are accredited by the Engineers Registration Board of Tanzania (ERB). As for the registered engineers, their certificates will have professional development units (PDUs), the exact number of PDUs will be communicated in the final announcement. 

Tour

The sixth day (Saturday, 29th June 2024) will include a non-technical tour for interested delegates to enjoy some of the region’s tourist attractions and provide further networking opportunities. The visit costs will be covered by the Organizing committee that is; transport, food, and refreshments as well as entrance fees. 

Accommodation during the Course

Accommodation during the Course will be covered by an individual delegate/ their Institutions. Most Hotel prices range from USD 20 to USD 170 (Depending on the quality and distance). If any delegate has a special request, please contact the organizing committee. 

Course Location

a. Dar es Salaam

Dar es Salaam is Tanzania's economic capital and the largest city which is also the economic center of East Af rica. The city is Tanzania's most important city for government and business, holding half of Tanzania's industrial employment. Dar es Salaam is Tanzania's main base for government offices as well as diplomatic missions and non-governmental organizations.

b. Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa Hotel

Right in the heart of Tanzania’s biggest city, with views of Dar es Salaam Harbour and close to the Central Business District. Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Af rica Hotel is situated near the Zanzibar ferry, the hotel is the perfect starting point for everyone who wants to explore the city and beyond. Soak in the city’s vibrant energy on the rooftop terrace or sample the flavors of the world in one of the 5 restaurants and bars, featuring everything from fresh seafood, and Thai cuisine to Indian fare. 

Registration fees

Registration Fee for Course is Tshs 2,000,000/=

Mode of Payment

All Delegates are advised to pay registration fees for the Course through bank transfer to Tanzania Road Safety Initiative Bank account below before 10th June, 2024 so as to facilitate an efficient preparation of the Course;

Bank Name: CRDB Bank PLC
Account name: Tanzania Road Safety Initiative Account number: 015C685669900
Branch: Magomeni
Swift Code: CORUTZTZ
Contacts:Tel: +255(22)2197700/ +255(0)714197700 Email: info@crdbbank.co.tz
Address: P. O. Box 90250, Dar es Salaam – Tanzania. 

The registration fee will cover: 

  1. 5 Days Training Course attendance

  2. Seminar materials

  3. Hotel Lunches, morning and evening tea

    and refreshments during the training

  4. Certificate of attendance

  5. Tourism visit on the sixth day 

  1. Please Note: 

Dinner, Accommodation, Transport to/from Dar es Salaam and daily to the training will not be covered in your registration fee as these costs will be accommodated by an individual Delegate. 

How to Register for the Course

Delegates are advised to register by filling out the form bellow and attach a scanned receipt of payment. You can also contact the Secretariat through +255714865920 and +255689166379. If the Institution or Delegate would like to have an invoice before paying the fee.

Registration will be acknowledged and confirmed by email within three working days after being received.

Cancellation

Delegates who after registering are unable to attend the training course are welcome to nominate a substitute delegate. If no one can be nominated as a substitute a refund of registration fees will be made if a written request is received by 10th June, 2024. No refunds will be given after that date however; nominations for substitute delegates will continue to be accepted.