The objective of this project is to develop a training course on bridge management principles, practices, and systems for inspectors, engineers, and managers involved in implementing and maintaining the comprehensive bridge management systems required under the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 (ISTEA).

The three specific training objectives are: (1) to familiarize upper- and mid-level highway agency managers with essential BMS principles, concepts, and objectives; (2) to provide practical guidance and information to middle managers on development, establishment, and implementation of an effective BMS; and (3) to provide practical training to bridge inspectors who are responsible for collecting and recording bridge inspection data.

Development of a formal bridge management training course was initiated in the summer of 1994 after award of a contract to develop and conduct training. Pilot courses are planned to test the three course modules: the executive briefing (January 1996); the BMS software session (January 1996); and the element level inspection training module (October 1995). All three modules are available from NHI.

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