This course is designed to give a thorough understanding of the inspection, maintenance and repair of all structural concrete defects likely to be experienced on the highways network whilst emphasising the importance of accurate inspection and reporting so that the correct repair is initiated.
By the end of the course, each candidate will be able to confidently and competently, identify, report, and initiate repairs to concrete structures.
Approved by IHE
Course Outline:
Inspection
- With close adherence to the INSPECTION MANUAL FOR HIGHWAY STRUCTURES and European Standards, the accepted processes for inspection will be explained and discussed.
- Filling out the inspection form correctly and grading defects in accordance with standards.
- What kinds of defects to look for in concrete structures.
- View photographs of different defects allowing candidates to score them with notation and the results will be discussed.
- Points to help identify less obvious and sometimes hidden defects in concrete structures.
- Discussion of the reasons for accurate identification and scoring of defects on inspection forms.
- Discussion about the LANTRA Bridge Inspector Certification Scheme.
- Bearings; types, identifying and reporting defects.
- Super strength concrete
Maintenance
- EU standards and methods that represent good practice in the general upkeep of concrete structures.
- Various concrete testing procedures and analysis that can help discover the reason for concrete fatigue, cracking and rebar corrosion.
- Discussion about different methods used for defect analysis of post tensioned concrete bridges.
Repair
Standardised methods of repair for all defects will be examined and discussed.
Mode of Delivery:
The course is delivered as a power point presentation with regular discussion and an interactive exercise. There will be question and answer intended to involve the whole group with discussion about nearby structures and individual experiences.Some paper handouts will be given
Candidates will take a short written test the end of the day and those achieving the required standard will be issued with a certificate of achievement.
Intended For:
The course is aimed at inspectors, technicians and graduate engineers as an introduction to concrete bridge inspecting, maintenance and repair or as a refresher for any candidate inspecting highway structures.
Pre-Course Requirements:
A basic understanding of bridge elements and maintenance processes within the organisation is required along with the enthusiasm to improve individual professional awareness.
