2015 Pacific Northwest Bridge Inspectors' Conference
New Elements in Bridge and Tunnel Inspection
Monday, 4/6/15: Evening Networking Reception
Tuesday, 4/7/15: Full Conference
Wednesday, 4/8/15: Full Conference
Hilton Portland &
Executive Towers
921 Southwest 6th Avenue
Portland, Oregon
921 Southwest 6th Avenue
Portland, Oregon
Conference Description
The purpose of the Pacific Northwest Bridge Inspectors Conference is to provide a forum for bridge inspectors and managers to share information, innovations, ideas, and best practices. Additional opportunity will be provided for the attendees to gain a current national perspective on bridge inspection from AASHTO and FHWA. The conference will provide continuing education for bridge inspectors.
Goals of the 2015 PNW Bridge Inspection Conference
- Provide a forum for bridge and tunnel inspectors to share information, innovations, ideas, and best practices
- Provide a means for sharing bridge inspection methods, equipment, and management techniques
- Provide a forum for the continuing education of certified bridge and tunnel inspection team leaders
- Provide a forum for participants to gain a current federal perspective on the implementation requirements of the NBIS and NTIS
Key Benefits of attending or presenting at the 2015 conference
- Become better equipped and prepared to perform assigned tasks by being exposed to lessons learned from others
- Become more efficient in the area of bridge and tunnel inspection.
- Develop a network of peers and knowledge base in other states
- Become more productive by using assigned resources wisely
- Ensure a higher level of on-the-job safety and environmental awareness
- Increase communication skill set by formulating and delivering presentations
Who Should Attend?
City, county, state, federal, and consultant bridge and tunnel inspectors and bridge managers who are responsible for:
· Bridge Inspection Policy and Procedures
· QC/QA
· Preparation and Maintenance of Bridge Inventories
· Bridge Inspections
· Tunnel Inspections
· Load Ratings
· Bridge Management Systems
Bridge product and engineering service exhibitors are also encouraged to participate