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The reduction in personnel within many local authorities has led to internal staff and term consultants having to become familiar with wider and varying areas of activity, often without being provided sufficient training on the legal requirements placed on highway authorities. In addition, current pressures on the management of a highway network plus the delivery of projects can often mean that not all practitioners have a clear understanding of the powers, duties, legal and administrative bases on which these are maintained, managed and promoted.
This one-day course provides an essential insight into the distinction between law and guidance and the risks that can arise from any departure. It will cover the main duties, statutory and discretionary powers and obligations placed on highway and traffic practitioners by UK highway and traffic legislation.Find out more information here...Course Fees
Standard Fee: £365 + VAT
CILT Member/ Local Authority/ Charity Fee: £345 + VAT?
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Following the introduction of the National Planning Policy Framework in March 2012, the government condensed long established planning policy guidance into a Planning Practice Guidance portal, published online in March 2014. Both NPPF and wider changes to the planning system have drastically altered the ground rules for transport planners and engineers working within the field of development management.
This one day course provides an overview of the new development management framework, providing practical advice for those involved in the preparation and review of transport assessments.Click here for more information...Course Fees
CILT Member/ Local Authority/ Charity Fee: £345 + VAT
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In recent years, cycling has experienced an unprecedented renaissance in the UK. With support from high profile politicians, such as the London Mayor, increased funding allocations and growing recognition of the societal value of take-up, cycling can be expected to maintain its place in the public spotlight. However, it isn’t all good news - cycling participation in the UK remains low compared to other European countries, and fears over road safety and a sometimes poor image contribute to significant gender, race and socio-economic variations in participation levels.
The increasing concerns over reducing road congestion and carbon emissions, and the desire to promote public health and fitness, are some of the factors why cycling is frequently encouraged as a sustainable mode of transport. This course investigates policy, technical and societal issues underpinning current cycling levels and explores proven methods of increasing cycling participation rates and take-up on the ground.Find out more information here...Course Fees
Standard Fee: £525 + VAT
CILT Member/ Local Authority/ Charity Fee: £475 + VAT
This course will run on two days - 28 July 2020 and 4 August 2020
This course is a ‘must attend’ for any practitioner who may need to give evidence as an expert witness on behalf of a local authority, the private sector or promoter of a development.
Simulating the real life speed and pressure of an Inquiry or Appeal environment, the course provides all the key
background knowledge and skills support to help delegates formulate and articulate their arguments both in written and spoken form, and also helping them to build on their existing professional experience to develop the core skills needed to demonstrate strong and persuasive arguments.
A unique part of this course is that each delegate will receive individual coaching and mentoring support during the course from our expert tutors, and will also receive a personal evaluation sheet and suggested development plan within one week of finishing the course, for them to reflect upon personally and to integrate into their professional development plan. Feedback from our last 2 courses, both delivered to Highways Agency staff, said that this feature of the training programme was extremely helpful and valuable. Find out more information here...Course Fees
This course will provide a comprehensive grounding in the latest business case appraisal approaches for transport projects. It will introduce the five cases that make up a transport business case: the Strategic, Economic, Commercial, Financial and Management Cases. It will highlight current guidance in WebTAG and HM Treasury’s “Green Book” on Appraisal and Evaluation and provide an understanding of the key concepts used in appraisal.
Following an overview of the entire scheme appraisal process on day one, the second day will focus on the economic case and the principles, tools and techniques used in economic appraisal, including cost-benefit analysis, discounting and presentation of results. The course will be delivered through a combination of presentations and workshops.Find out more information here...Course Fees
CILT & TPS Member/Local Authority/ Charity Fee: £475 + VAT
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Join us for the Transport Planning Event of the Summer!What is TPM?Now in its 18th year, The Transport Practitioners’ Meeting (TPM) is the annual meeting place for all transport planners, placemakers, highway engineers and urban transport designers. TPM is geared towards bringing the wider transport and built environment community together, for two days of world class networking, idea sharing and lively debate.Why attend TPM?• Sessions covering the latest developments and emerging best practice on a wide variety of topics including Global Trends, Shared Economy, Smart Cities, Transport Economics and many more!• Hands-on workshops and over one hundred unique paper presentations highlighting challenges, solutions and innovations in the transport sector• Sponsored networking drinks reception, prestigious annual awards ceremony and dinner• Two-day discounted rates, discounts for select membership organisations, two-for-one for Local Authorities on the standard rateWhere is TPM being held?#2020TPM will be held 2 - 3 September in London. There is plenty of opportunity to get involved be it presenting a poster or presentation, sponsoring a network session or simply soaking in the atmosphere – The Transport Practitioners’ Meeting is a must attend event for any practitioner!Find out more information at www.transportconference.co.ukBook your place at TPM!*
One Day Rate
Two Day Rate
Standard Rate
£299.00
£449.00
Speaker Rate
£199.00
Local Authority Rate **
£249.00
£399.00
Member Rate
Awards Ceremony and Dinner
£59.00
Included*
* Please note that an RSVP for the dinner must be received at least one week prior to the event. Any no-shows for RSVPs to the dinner event are subject to a £50 administration fee. Cancellation of an RSVP is accepted up to three days before the event.** 2-for-1 Rates for Local Authorities applies to Standard Rate
Click book now to book online with a card or submit a booking form to the Events Team at info@ptrc-training.co.ukInteractive PDF Booking form available here*Bookings made online must be paid by card. Attendees requiring invoices or wanting to take advantage of the two-for-one Local Authority rate must submit a completed booking form to the Events Team for processing.
The modelling of junctions, road networks and public transport systems provides fundamental information to support decisions taken on future land uses, investment in the transport system and other policy interventions. With modelling tools ranging from “simple” equations through to highly complex mathematical, algorithm based systems, many people responsible for commissioning modelling activities find modelling a daunting area of responsibility. This course provides an introduction to the modelling tools commonly used, providing delegates with an understanding of the applicability of different models to various situations, and equips practitioners with simple techniques for checking model outputs.Find out more information here...Course Fees
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In 2016 1,792 people died in traffic accidents in Great Britain, a 4% increase from 2015. Although Great Britain is one of the best performing countries in the world when it comes to road safety, there are still improvements that can be made to reduce the number of deaths and injuries occurring on our roads.
This course will introduce delegates to the causes of accidents and how they can be addressed by engineering, education and enforcement. It will particularly focus on the use of road safety audits as one way of ensuring that safety is given sufficient consideration in the design process.Programme and Booking Form booking form here.Please find further course/programme details and Course Fees Standard Fee: £365 + VAT CILT Member/ Local Authority/ Charity Fee: £345 + VAT Booking Click book now to book online with a card or return a completed booking form to the Events Team at info@ptrc-training.co.uk.
Any data-led transport project will require the use of statistical and other mathematical techniques at some stage, whether this be in determining the scale of a perceived problem, establishing how much data to collect, analysing data, dealing with problems in data sets, or when undertaking before and after monitoring. This one day course equips delegates with working knowledge of the statistical techniques that should be applied at different stages in projects to ensure that the evidence base underlying decisions is robust. Packed with hands on exercises, and supported by useful reference material, this one day course is a must for anyone wishing to increase their confidence in practical mathematics.Find more information here...
Continuing cut-backs and restraint in funding of highway construction and maintenance has led to even greater need for practitioners to gain an appreciation and understanding of cost-effective highway design, specification and implementation. The principles of highway engineering apply not only to the construction of major new road schemes, but also to smaller improvements, deconstruction and on going road maintenance. Design approaches are related to DMRB, also to the Manual for Streets. This two-day course will consider the roles and responsibilities of highway authorities and consultants. Additionally it will guide participants through highway design and construction of new or remodelled roads. Find out more information here...Course Fees
Whether you are new to the transport industry, are looking to refresh your knowledge on transport principles, or if you have taken on a new responsibility or are working in a ‘niche area’ and wish to broaden your knowledge, PTRC’s 20 week evening lecture series offers a cost-effective and time-inexpensive training course that will benefit both the participatingThis season of the lecture series will be delivered online.
Standard Fee: £699 + VAT
CILT & TPS Member/Local Authority/ Charity Fee: £649 + VAT
Rover Ticket: £799 + VATBooking
Whether you are new to the transport industry, are looking to refresh your knowledge on transport principles, or if you have taken on a new responsibility or are working in a ‘niche area’ and wish to broaden your knowledge, PTRC’s 20 week evening lecture series offers a cost-effective and time-inexpensive training course that will benefit both the participating delegate and their employer.
Standard Fee: £1300 + VAT Special introductory rate! £950 + VAT
Nearly 40 million Britons live in areas with illegal air pollution levels resulting in 40,000 premature deaths a year.
This one-day training course has been developed to bring practitioners up to speed with the latest developments in urban air quality management and assessment, to gain a critical insight into the existing process and to have the confidence to deliver solutions to improve public health and well-being. It will also examine how to deliver an effective plan for your community and local businesses; on time and on budget.Find out more information here... Course Fees
The increasing frequency of flooding and a growing awareness of the effects of climate change are drivers towards a greater recognition of the importance of effective surface water drainage systems.
This two day course aims to provide up-to-date information on current practice concerning design, construction and maintenance of highway drainage systems. Legislation with particular reference to the Flood & Water Management Act 2010 together with design and construction standards, appropriate materials and innovative solutions will be covered, focusing on achieving effective and maintainable drainage systems. Due emphasis is given to environmental aspects arising from climate change, the provision of Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) and mitigation of flood risk. The course is presented by recognised experts in their field, who have extensive experience in the highways industry.Find out more information here... Course Fees
CILT & TPS Member/Local Authority/ Charity Fee: £649 + VATBooking