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Pitch Perfect: Setting the Grade
Covering the basics on setting pitch and grade when operating a motor grader.
The Abutment: Forming!
Master overview of installing forms building an abutment wall on a bridge. Focuses on rebar elements; the use of spacers and wall ties; installing form walls and waterstops.
True or False: Falsework
Our master carpenter outlines the process of forming a bridge deck and demonstrates how to safely install falsework.
Deck Pans Part 3: Last SIP
Part 3, the final steps to installing the deck pans on a bridge, covers how to cut and place pans on an angle.au
Its Pouring! Finishing It Out
Overview of techniques and best practices for performing finishing work on a bridge deck pour.
The Deck: Dry Run & Layout
This module provides pro-tips on measuring for haunch depth during a dry run to ensure proper deck thickness.
The Abutment: Pile Drive It! ("Get Your Footing")
This module covers the principles behind pile driving and how it reinforces the earth for building the abutment walls of the bridge.
Rebar
Overview on the basics in design, function and installation of rebar for tensile strength in a bridge deck.
Swinging Steel
Setting the steel girders for a temporary bridge. Demonstration of various rigging techniques.
Little Pour
Outline of the process for a small-scale deck pour. Step-by-step demonstration of individual responsibilities and utilization of tools and equipment.
Deck Pans Part 1: Take A SIP
Part 1 of correct deck pan installation. Detailed approach for proper measurements and weld placement, as well as pro-tips for installing angles.
Deck Pans Part 2: SIP Carefully
Part 2, this covers all basic safety measures when cutting, welding and setting up to install Stay In Place forms for a bridge deck.
Its Pouring! Putting It In Place
Introduction to the process of pouring concrete for bridge deck construction.
Pave It! 101: Principles of Paving, Part 1
Laying a smooth asphalt mat requires consistency in paving speed, material flow, and temperature. This introduction to paving module provides a helpful primer for new road construction laborers and operators.
The Widener: Operations
Explores the fundamentals for using a widener for road and shoulder work.
Curb It!
Setting granite curb in an urban setting, basic methods for establishing alignment and maintaining stabilization.
Spray It! Tack Distributor Demonstration
This module takes you to a live highway paving job as workers set up and spray tack coat from a distributor tank. A companion module to the LeeBoy tack buggy overview series.
Abutment Pouring
This module teaches the proper pouring technique for bridges and what the properties of the concrete should be.
Roll It! 101: Road Compactor Training Part 1
This is the first in a three part training on the basics of road compaction. Part 1 discusses the three key factors to consider when rolling asphalt and a review of the basic components of a tandem drum vibratory compactor.
Roll It! 101: Road Compactor Training Part 2
This is the second in a three part training on the basics of road compaction. Part 2 explains how to conduct a daily walkaround inspection, safety considerations, and a quick demonstration of the basic rolling pattern.
Roll It! 101: Road Compactor Training Part 3
This is the third in a three part training on the basics of road compaction. Part 3 breaks down factors to consider when rolling; including water, vibration, temperature, and mat thickness.
Pave It! 101: Principles of Paving, Part 2
This second part introduction to paving module explains how a crew works together to lay asphalt, including efficiency, communication, and safety considerations.
The Paver: Job Demonstration
Take a trip to an actual highway job to review the basic operation of an asphalt paver.