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S4 E17: From the Cutting Room Floor - Potential Changes to the Proficiency Sample Program (09:13)

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RELEASE DATE: September 19, 2023

LENGTH: 09:13

GUESTS: John Malusky, Proficiency Sample Program Director; Ryan LaQuay, Laboratory and Testing Manager, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
We learn how, and why changes are made to the AASHTO re:source Proficiency Sample Program. Plus get a sneak peek at some potential changes coming soon.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S4 E13:  August PSP Insights - Gyratory
• aashtoresource.org/psp

S4 E16: Environmental Product Declarations at Colorado DOT (26:15)

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RELEASE DATE: September 12, 2023

LENGTH: 26:15

GUEST: Craig Wieden, State Materials Engineer, Colorado Department of Transportation

SHOW NOTES
Craig Wieden, from Colorado DOT, joins us to discuss Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and shares insights into implementing EPD requirements for material used in projects throughout the state.

RELATED INFORMATION

• https://www.codot.gov/business/designsupport/materials-and-geotechnical/epd
• https://www.asphaltpavement.org/programs/napa-programs/emerald-eco-label

S4 E15: Talking Balanced Mix Design with Illinois DOT (36:25)

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RELEASE DATE: September 5, 2023

LENGTH: 36:25

GUESTS: Brian Pfeifer, Engineer of Materials; Brian Hill, Hot Mix Asphalt and Aggregate Engineer, Illinois Department of Transportation

SHOW NOTES
Brian Pfeifer and Brian Hill from the Illinois DOT, join us to talk about developing a balanced mix design program in their state.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Testing Protocols to Ensure Performance of High Asphalt Binder Replacement Mixes Using RAP and RAS
• Development of Long-Term Aging Protocol for Implementation of the Illinois Flexibility Index Test (I-FIT) 
• Utilizing Lab Tests To Predict Asphalt Concrete Overlay Performance 
• Positive Practices, Lessons Learned, and Challenges When Implementing Balanced Design of Asphalt Mixtures: Site Visits 
• Tech Brief: Balanced Asphalt Mix Design: Eight Tasks for Implementation 
• Case Studies on the Implementation of Balanced Mix Design and Performance Tests for Asphalt Mixtures: Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) 
• North Central Peer Exchange on Balanced Mix Design (BMD): Outcomes Summary:  Seven States from the North Central U.S. gathered for a peer exchange and discussion on implementation activities to support Balanced Mix Design (BMD)

S4 E14: August PSP Insights - Polymer-Modified Emulsified Asphalt (30:10)

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RELEASE DATE: August 29, 2023

LENGTH: 30:10

GUESTS: John Malusky, Proficiency Sample Program Director; Ryan LaQuay, Laboratory and Testing Manager; Joe Williams, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Yes. Another PSP Insights episode this month. We dive into the Polymer-Modified Emulsified Asphalt sample round results and the lessons learned after this first round.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S4 E13: August PSP Insights - Gyratory
• S4 E 12: August PSP Insights - Marshall and Hveem
• I Received A Low PSP Score, What Next?

S4 E13: August PSP Insights - Gyratory (20:47)

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RELEASE DATE: August 22, 2023

LENGTH: 20:47

GUESTS: John Malusky, Proficiency Sample Program Director; Ryan LaQuay, Laboratory and Testing Manager; Joe Williams, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
We get insights into the Asphalt Mixture Gyratory 55/56 sample rounds and share some tips to avoid common issues labs may encounter when running these tests.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S4 E12:  August PSP Insights - Marshall and Hveem
• Unboxing AASHTO re:source Proficiency Sample: Asphalt Mixtures Gyratory Design - HMG 55-56
• I Received A Low PSP Score, What Next?

S4 E12: August PSP Insights - Marshall and Hveem (33:57)

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RELEASE DATE: August 15, 2023

LENGTH: 33:57

GUESTS: John Malusky, Proficiency Sample Program Director; Ryan LaQuay, Laboratory and Testing Manager; Joe Williams, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
John, Ryan, and Joe are back to discuss the most recent Asphalt Mixture Marshall and Hveem proficiency samples. This was the first year the Hveem sample was separated by compaction method - what does that mean for your lab, and what did we learn?

RELATED INFORMATION

• Changes to the Asphalt Mixture Hveem Design Samples 
• Francis Hveem Testing the Limits of His Abilities
• Unboxing AASHTO re:source Proficiency Sample: Asphalt Mixtures Marshall & Hveem Designs

S4 E11: Mail Call - Scheduling Assessments (27:03)

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RELEASE DATE: August 8, 2023

LENGTH: 27:03

GUEST: Sonya Puterbaugh, Laboratory Assessment Program Director AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Sonya Puterbaugh, Laboratory Assessment Program Director, gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how her team schedules assessments for over 2,000 laboratories. Plus, she answers the question "Can we always have our assessment in the off-season?"

RELATED INFORMATION

• S1 E07: FAQ - What happens after an assessment? 
• S1 E21: FAQ - Who needs to be present during the assessment?
• S1 E23: FAQ - What if I need to postpone my assessment? 
• S1 E27: FAQ - How can I prepare for an assessment?
• S1 E29: FAQ - What occurs during an assessment?

S4 E10: Soft Skills: Dealing with Stress (32:15)

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RELEASE DATE: August 1, 2023

LENGTH: 32:15

SHOW NOTES
We get up close and personal in the episode, sharing some of our recent experiences with stress and our go-to coping strategies. While we're no experts, hopefully, we can give you some tips on how you can deal with stress (or at least you can learn from our mistakes).

S4 E09: Lessons from Lenker (47:07)

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RELEASE DATE: July 25, 2023

LENGTH: 47:07

GUEST
Steve Lenker, former Director of Construction Materials Reference Laboratories

SHOW NOTES
The outgoing Director of CMRL, Steve Lenker, joins us to discuss his career and some lessons he's learned along the way. Plus, Brian shares some of the lessons he's learned from Steve.

Related information:

• AASHTO re:source and CCRL: Two Organizations, One Mission

S4 E08: FAQ - False Claims of Accreditation and Using the Accreditation Logo (35:00)

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RELEASE DATE: July 18, 2023

LENGTH: 35:00

SHOW NOTES
We are deep into the weeds in this episode, discussing false claims of accreditation process and how to use the AASHTO Accreditation logo correctly.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO Accreditation Policy and Guidance on False Claims of Accreditation
• AASHTO Accreditation Policy and Guidance on Refusal of Service
• AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Publicizing Accreditation
• https://www.aashtostaging.org/aap/false-claims/
• S2 E7: FAQ- Publicizing AASHTO Accreditation
• S3 E27: From the Cutting Room Floor - Down a Rabbit Hole
• S2 E20: Terminology - Accreditation, Certification, and Related Terms
• S2 E36: On the Road - NTPEP Part 1
• S2 E38:  On the Road - NTPEP Part 2
• S2 E40: On the Road - NTPEP Part 3
• Why is AASHTO Accreditation important to the construction materials testing industry? [VIDEO]

S4 E07: Geotechnical Investigations at Oklahoma DOT (39:46)

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RELEASE DATE: July 11, 2023

LENGTH: 39:46

GUESTS
Siv Sundaram, PE, Process Improvement Engineer, Office of Chief Engineer, Oklahoma Department of Transportation;
Bryce Hanlon, P.E., Geotechnical Design Engineer, Oklahoma Department of Transportation

SHOW NOTES
We are joined by Siv Sundaram and Bryce Hanlon with the Oklahoma DOT to learn about how their geotechnical investigation processes are evolving.

RELATED INFORMATION

• https://oklahoma.gov/odot.html
• https://transportation.org/materials/

S4 E06: June PSP Insights (36:18)

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RELEASE DATE: July 4, 2023

LENGTH: 36:18

GUESTS
John Malusky, Proficiency Sample Program Manager, AASHTO re:source
Ryan LaQuay, Laboratory and Testing Manager, AASHTO re:source
Joe Williams, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
John, Ryan, and Joe are back again. This time to discuss the most recent Viscosity Graded Asphalt Cement and Performance Graded Asphalt Binder proficiency sample rounds and results. We also dive into why the samples are shipped twice a year and what happens to all of the optional data that is collected.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S4 E03: May PSP Insights
• S3 E30: November PSP Insights
• S3 E23: September PSP Insights
• S3 E15: July PSP Insights
• S3 E06: Digging into Soil Classification and Compaction Samples 185/186
• S2 E29: The Proficiency Sample Program Participation Guide and Prerequisites for Accreditation
• S2 E22: Taken from TechEx: Hydrometer Analysis of Fine-Grained Soils
• S1 E30: Inside PSP with Guest Host, Oak Metcalfe
• S1 E24: The transition from ASTM D422 to D6913 and D7928
• S1 E15: FAQ - How and when do I respond to low ratings? 
• S1 E02: Dealing with Repeat Low Ratings

S4 E05: Paving with Recycled Plastic - Hawaii's Pilot Project - Part 4 (34:52)

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RELEASE DATE: June 27, 2023

LENGTH: 34:52

GUEST
Dr. Jennifer Lynch, Co-Director at Center for Marine Debris Research & Research Biologist at the National Institute of Standards and Technology

SHOW NOTES
In the final part of this series, talk with Dr. Jennifer Lynch, Co-Director at the Center for Marine Debris Research to get some insight on this plastics issue.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S4 E1: Paving with Recycled Plastic – Hawaii’s Pilot Project - Part 1
• S4 E2: Paving with Recycled Plastic – Hawaii’s Pilot Project - Part 2
• S4 E4: Paving with Recycled Plastic – Hawaii’s Pilot Project - Part 3
• https://www.hpu.edu/cncs/cmdr/

S4 E04: Paving with Recycled Plastic - Hawaii's Pilot Project - Part 3 (14:55)

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RELEASE DATE: June 20, 2023

LENGTH: 14:55

GUEST
Jon Young, Executive Director of Hawaii Asphalt Paving Industry

SHOW NOTES
In part 3 of our series, we talk with Jon Young from the Hawaii Asphalt Paving Industry to take a look at the project from his perspective.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S4 E01: Paving with Recycled Plastic – Hawaii’s Pilot Project - Part 1
• S4 E02: Paving with Recycled Plastic – Hawaii’s Pilot Project - Part 2
• http://hawaiiasphalt.org/
• http://hawaiiasphalt.org/education/hapi-shorts/

S4 E03: May PSP Insights (43:00)

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RELEASE DATE: June 13, 2023

LENGTH: 43:00

GUESTS
John Malusky, Proficiency Sample Program Manager, AASHTO re:source
Ryan LaQuay, Laboratory and Testing Manager, AASHTO re:source
Joe Williams, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
We discuss the results for the most recent soil proficiency samples, including Soil Classification and Compaction, Soil California Bearing Ratio, and Soil Resistance R-Value.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S3 E30: November PSP Insights
• S3 E23: September PSP Insights
• S3 E15: July PSP Insights
• S3 E06: Digging into Soil Classification and Compaction Samples 185/186
• S2 E29: The Proficiency Sample Program Participation Guide and Prerequisites for Accreditation
• S2 E22: Taken from TechEx: Hydrometer Analysis of Fine-Grained Soils
• S1 E30: Inside PSP with Guest Host, Oak Metcalfe
• S1 E24: The transition from ASTM D422 to D6913 and D7928
• S1 E15: FAQ - How and when do I respond to low ratings? 
• S1 E02: Dealing with Repeat Low Ratings

S4 E02: Paving with Recycled Plastic – Hawaii’s Pilot Project, Part 2 (17:44)

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RELEASE DATE: June 6, 2023

LENGTH: 17:44

GUESTS

Kristi Grilho, Bituminous Materials Section, Materials Testing & Research Branch, Hawaii Department of Transportation

Mel Chung, Engineering Program Manager, Materials Testing & Research Branch, Hawaii Department of Transportation 

SHOW NOTES
In part 2 of our series, we talk with Hawaii DOT's Mel Chung and Kristi Grilho, to go deeper into the testing involved in this project.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO Journal article: Hawaii DOT Wants Waste to Hit the Road 
• S4 E1: Paving with Recycled Plastic – Hawaii’s Pilot Project - Part 1
• S3 E40: From the Cutting Room Floor - Questions from a DOT

S4 E01: Paving with Recycled Plastic – Hawaii’s Pilot Project, Part 1 (15:30)

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RELEASE DATE: May 30, 2023

LENGTH: 15:20

GUESTS
Ed Sniffen, Director of Hawaii Department of Transportation

SHOW NOTES
We kick of a four part series on Hawaii DOT's effort to use locally recycled plastic in their asphalt pavements. In Part 1, we are joined by Ed Sniffen, Director of Hawaii DOT to get some background on this project.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO Journal article: Hawaii DOT Wants Waste to Hit the Road 
• S3 E39: Hawaii DOT - Planning for Resilience 
• S3 E21: Resiliency, Ultra-High-Performance Concrete, and the Future of Bridge Construction

S3 E42: Season 3 Recap (22:55)

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RELEASE DATE: February 28, 2023

LENGTH: 22:55

SHOW NOTES
In our last episode this season, we take a look back over some of our favorite moments and share a little bit about what to expect in season 4. Will it include more Shakespeare references? Listen to find out! Season 4 starts in May 2023. Email podcast@aashtoresource.org to let us know where you listen from and to suggest a topic for an upcoming episode.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S3 E40: From the Cutting Room Floor - Questions from a DOT
• S3 E39: Hawaii DOT - Planning for Resilience
• S3 E36: Inside AASHTO Publications
• S3 E33: Favorite Things
• S3 E29: Giving Thanks
• S3 E28: Checking In on the IIJA - 1 Year Later
• S3 E21: Resiliency, Ultra-High-Performance Concrete, and the Future of Bridge Construction
• S3 E18: Soft Skills: Authentic Networking
• S3 E11: Updates to the 42nd Edition of AASHTO Materials Standards

S3 E41: What's Going on with ASTM D2434? (39:07)

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RELEASE DATE: February 21, 2023

LENGTH: 39:07

GUEST
Greg Uherek, Program Manager of Business Development & Technical Services, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Greg Uherek joins us to discuss an unusual situation with ASTM D2434: Standard Test Methods for Measurement of Hydraulic Conductivity of Coarse-Grained Soils.

S3 E40: From the Cutting Room Floor - Questions from a DOT (10:36)

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RELEASE DATE: February 14, 2023

LENGTH: 10:36

GUESTS
Kristi Grilho, Hawaii DOT
Mel Chung, Hawaii DOT

SHOW NOTES
In this From the Cutting Room Floor episode, Brian is joined by Kristi Grilho and Mel Chung from the Hawaii DOT. This audio is taken from a recording session for a yet-to-be-release episode, but during their conversation, Kristi wanted to ask Brian some questions. So, in this episode, they discuss training versus certification, and Brian shares insights on what it's like as a laboratory assessor.

S3 E39: Hawaii DOT - Planning for Resilience (20:09)

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RELEASE DATE: February 07, 2023

LENGTH: 20:09

GUEST
Ed Sniffen, Director, Hawaii DOT

SHOW NOTES
Ed Sniffen, Director of the Hawaii Department of Transportation, joins us to discuss the Hawaii DOT's Climate Resilience Action Plan.

RELATED INFORMATION

• https://hidot.hawaii.gov/resilience
• HDOT Climate Resilience Action Plan
• https://aashtojournal.org/2022/12/02/gov-elect-names-ed-sniffen-to-lead-hawaii-dot/ 
• HDOT Climate Insights for Infrastructure

S3 E38: Q & A from "Ready, Set, Go: How to Prepare for an Assessment" (19:23)

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RELEASE DATE: January 31, 2023

LENGTH: 19:23

SHOW NOTES
We share the audio from the Q & A section of our August 2021 webinar: Ready, Set, Go: How to Prepare for an Assessment. Sonya and Mike answer questions about scheduling assessments, documentation needed, and much more.

The full webinar can be viewed: https://youtu.be/acMYN53eth8

S3 E37: 2023 Technical Exchange Preview (27:27)

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RELEASE DATE: January 24, 2023

LENGTH: 27:27

SHOW NOTES
We dig deeper into the 2023 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange draft agenda, sharing highlights, and attendee favorites.

RELATED INFORMATION

• http://aashtoresource.org/events
• 2023 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange
• Webinar: Internal Audits: What’s the Point?

S3 E36: Inside AASHTO Publications (43:58)

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RELEASE DATE: January 17, 2023

LENGTH: 43:58

GUESTS
Erin Grady, Director of Publications Production, AASHTO
Deb Kim, Assistant Director of Publications Production, AASHTO
Greg Pearson, Bookstore and Web Services Manager, AASHTO

SHOW NOTES
We sit down with the AASHTO Publications team to talk about what goes into the materials standards.

RELATED INFORMATION

• http://store.transportation.org/ 
• AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: Standards as a Second Language
• Standard Specifications for Transportation Materials and Methods of Sampling and Testing, and AASHTO Provisional Standards, 42nd Edition, 2022

S3 E35: Ask the AASHTO Accreditation Program (33:41)

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RELEASE DATE: January 10, 2023

LENGTH: 33:41

GUESTS
Amy Reed, AASHTO Accreditation Program Associate Manager, AASHTO re:source
Pete Holter, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source
Jon McCabe, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source
Joe Williams, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
We share audio from the November 2022 Q&A webinar, Ask the AASHTO Accreditation Program. Senior program staff answers accreditation-related questions, explaining more about the accreditation process and internal audit requirements.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: Ask the AASHTO Accreditation Program
• S3 E32: Changes to AASHTO R18
• S3 E7: Internal Audits - Back to Basics
• http://aashtoresource.org/contact-us 

S3 E34: Sieve Requirements and ASTM E11 (23:04)

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RELEASE DATE: January 03, 2023

LENGTH: 23:04

GUEST
Gary Pasquarell, Vice President of Quality and Training, Froehling & Robertson

SHOW NOTES
Gary Pasquarell joins the discussion on sieve requirements for testing labs and ASTM E11.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Sieves: Making the Grade, Part I
• Sieves: Making the Grade, Part 2
• AASHTO re:source Policy and Guidance on Go-No-Go Gauges
• 2023 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange
• S2 E14: Fireproofing and Special Inspection

S3 E33: Favorite Things (Tips & Tricks to Help You in the Lab) (12:40)

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RELEASE DATE: December 20, 2022

LENGTH: 12:40

GUEST
Various

SHOW NOTES
We close out 2022 by having staff share some of their favorite tips and tricks they have seen in the lab.

RELATED INFORMATION

• 2023 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange
• AASHTO's Daily Transportation Update

S3 E32: Changes to AASHTO R 18 (47:01)

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RELEASE DATE: December 13, 2022

LENGTH: 47:01

SHOW NOTES
We discuss upcoming, and proposed changes to the AASHTO R 18 standard.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO R 18 Ballot for Iron and Steel Equipment Table
• https://materials.transportation.org/
• The Birth of a Standard – Part I: Who Are AASHTO and ASTM?
• The Birth of a Standard – Part II: The Harmonization Effort
• S1 E22: AASHTO Committee on Materials and Pavements (COMP)
• S3 E11: Updates to the 42nd Edition of AASHTO Materials Standards

S3 E31: Talking TechEx (27:23)

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RELEASE DATE: December 06, 2022

LENGTH: 27:23

GUESTS
Bob Lutz, AASHTO re:source Manager
Tracy Barnhart, Quality Manager, AASTHO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Bob Lutz and Tracy Barnhart join us to talk about the 2023 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange. Registration just opened, so learn what attendees can expect from this unique event.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Event website
• S3 E29: Giving Thanks
• S3 E18: Soft Skills - Authentic Networking

S3 E30: November PSP Insights (27:34)

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RELEASE DATE: November 29, 2022

LENGTH: 27:34

GUESTS
John Malusky, Proficiency Sample Program Manager, AASHTO re:source
Ryan LaQuay, Laboratory and Testing Manager, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
We dive into the results of the recent Performance Graded Asphalt Binder, Viscosity Graded Asphalt Cement, and Paint proficiency samples.

RELATED INFORMATION

• http://aashtoresource.org/psp/schedule
• http://aashtoresource.org/psp/reports
• http://aashtoresource.org/psp/sample-round-analysis

S3 E29: Giving Thanks (19:07)

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RELEASE DATE: November 22, 2022

LENGTH: 19:07

GUESTS
Various

SHOW NOTES
We celebrate Thanksgiving week (in the US) by having past guests share what they are thankful for in the industry.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Speaking In Code: Cold-Formed Steel Structural Framing Special Inspections CONUNDRUM
• S3 E28: Checking In on the IIJA - 1 Year Later
• S3 E23: September PSP Insights
• S3 E18: Soft Skills: Authentic Networking
• S3 E11: Updates to the 42nd Edition of AASHTO Materials Standards
• S2 E39: Steel Inspection and Code Compliance
• S2 E32: Infrastructure Bill Update
• S2 E14: Fireproofing and Special Inspections
• S1 E40: Winter Weather Effects on Roads and Paving Materials
• S1 E30: Inside PSP with Guest Host, Oak Metcalfe
• S1 E22: AASHTO Committee on Materials and Pavements (COMP)

S3 E28: Checking In on the IIJA - 1 Year Later (13:41)

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RELEASE DATE: November 15, 2022

LENGTH: 13:41

GUEST
Joung Lee, Deputy Director, AASHTO

SHOW NOTES
Joung Lee, AASHTO Deputy Director, sits down with us to talk about some of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) implementation successes and challenges one year after being passed into law.

RELATED INFORMATION

• https://d2d.gsa.gov/report/bipartisan-infrastructure-law-bil-maps-dashboard
• https://www.whitehouse.gov/build/maps-of-progress/

S3 E27: From the Cutting Room Floor – Down a Rabbit Hole (17:44)

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RELEASE DATE: November 08, 2022

LENGTH: 17:44

GUESTS
Jon McCabe, Quality AnalystAASHTO re:source
Russell Dabbs, Senior Laboratory Assessor, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
In this From the Cutting Room Floor episode, Brian is joined by Jon McCabe, Quality Analyst, and Russell Dabbs, Senior Laboratory Assessor. This audio is taken from their discussion on ASTM D 4318 and AASHTO T89/T90. During their recording session, Brian, Jon, and Russ went down some rabbit holes, and while their discussions weren't really relevant to the main podcast topic, we thought there was some value in sharing it with you in a separate episode. So in this episode, they discuss using reliable sources for training, the expectations during the assessment, and the importance of ethical lab practices. Plus, listen to the end to learn how you can be a part of our upcoming Thanksgiving episode!

RELATED INFORMATION

• Top Nonconformities for ASTM D4318 and AASHTO T89 and T90 -https://www.buzzsprout.com/1246739/11553120
• False Claims of Accreditation http://aashtoresource.org/aap/false-claims

S3 E26: Top Nonconformities for ASTM D4318 and AASHTO T89 and T90 (49:56)

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RELEASE DATE: November 01, 2022

LENGTH: 49:56

GUESTS
Jon McCabe, Quality AnalystAASHTO re:source
Russell Dabbs, Senior Laboratory Assessor, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Russell Dabbs and Jon McCabe join Brian to discuss the most common nonconformities for liquid limit and plastic limit of soils and how to resolve them.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Soil Classification - The Bigger Picture: http://aashtoresource.org/university/newsletters/newsletters/2016/08/05/soil-classification-the-bigger-picture
• Three Musketeers in Soils Testing: Atterberg, Casagrande, and Terzaghi: http://aashtoresource.org/university/newsletters/newsletters/2016/08/04/three-musketeers-in-soils-testing
• VIDEO: Soil Classification and Compaction Sample Preparation:  https://youtu.be/1Xl8O-997sk
• How to Resolve AASHTO re:source and CCRL Report Findings: http://aashtoresource.org/university/newsletters/newsletters/2017/08/17/how-to-resolve-aashto-re-source-and-ccrl-report-findings
• Get to the Root of the Problem: Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Explained: http://aashtoresource.org/university/newsletters/newsletters/2016/08/02/get-to-the-root-of-the-problem

S3 E25: FAQ with Our Admin Team (33:47)

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RELEASE DATE: October 25, 2022

LENGTH: 33:47

GUESTS
Sara Holsinger, Office Manager, AASHTO re:source
Mark Ambrosini, Administrative Assistant, AASHTO re:source
Stephen Amaya, Administrative Assistant, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Meet the AASHTO re:source Admin Team and learn more about our processes in this FAQ episode.

RELATED INFORMATION

• PSP Unboxing Video - https://youtu.be/C3LcyiWfWRI
• Changes to the Hveem samples -  http://aashtoresource.org/news/2022/08/26/changes-to-the-asphalt-mixture-hveem-design-samples  
• http://aashtoresource.org/contact-us 

S3 E24: The Extra Mile with Mississippi DOT (33:29)

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RELEASE DATE: October 18, 2022

LENGTH: 33:29

GUESTS
Will Craft, Government and Constituent Affairs, Mississippi DOT
Paul Katool, Digital Media Manager, Mississippi DOT

SHOW NOTES
In this episode peek behind the scenes of the award-winning podcast, The Extra Mile, presented by the Mississippi DOT, as we talk with co-hosts Will Craft and Paul Katool.

RELATED INFORMATION

• https://mdot.ms.gov/portal/theextramile
• https://communications.transportation.org/home/skills-contest/
• https://communications.transportation.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/09/05f-Mississippi.pdf

S3 E23: September PSP Insights (30:06)

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RELEASE DATE: October 11, 2022

LENGTH: 30:06

GUESTS
John Malusky, Proficiency Sample Program Manager, AASHTO re:source
Pete Holter, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source
Joe Williams, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
We take a look at the results of the new Aggregate Gradation & Gravity samples, as well as what's in the works for the Proficiency Sample Program.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO Accreditation Policy on PSP Participation (http://aashtoresource.org/docs/default-source/publicdocuments/aap-rules-for-psp-participation.pdf)
• Sample Round Analysis (http://aashtoresource.org/psp/sample-round-analysis)
• Sample Types and Tests (http://aashtoresource.org/psp/samples-types-and-tests)
• Datasheets and Instructions (http://aashtoresource.org/psp/datasheets-and-instructions)
• AASHTO re:source on Twitter (https://twitter.com/aashtoresource/status/1562775257928318976)
• Extra Proficiency Samples (http://aashtoresource.org/psp/xps)

S3 E22: FAQ - Mail Call! (16:25)

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RELEASE DATE: October 04, 2022

LENGTH: 16:25

SHOW NOTES
In this Mail Call episode, we answer questions about certification exams and accreditation program fees.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S1 E16: Understanding Technician Certification Requirements
• AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Certifications
• S1 E31: FAQ - How long does it take to get accredited?

S3 E21: Resiliency, Ultra-High-Performance Concrete, and the Future of Bridge Construction (40:00)

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RELEASE DATE: September 27, 2022

LENGTH: 40:00

GUEST
Dr. Atorod Azizinamini, Director of Infrastructure and Sustainability, Florida International University in Miami, Florida

SHOW NOTES
Dr. Azizinamini, with Florida International University, joins us to talk about resiliency, UHPC, and the future of bridge construction.

RELATED INFORMATION

• https://abc-utc.fiu.edu/

S3 E20: Top 5 Ways State DOTs Can Get the Most Out of AASHTO re:source Services (24:22)

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RELEASE DATE: September 20, 2022

LENGTH: 24:22

SHOW NOTES
We discuss how as AASHTO members, state DOTs can best use AASHTO re:source’s services.

RELATED INFORMATION

• http://aashtoresource.org/specifiers
• http://aashtoresource.org/events
• Companion document 

 

S3 E19: FAQ: Mail Call! (16:47)

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RELEASE DATE: September 13, 2022

LENGTH: 16:47

SHOW NOTES
In this Mail Call episode, we answer questions about the new PSP re-enrollment fee, data submission deadlines, and pre-assessment accreditation events.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Proficiency Sample Reenrollment Fee Announcement 
• payments.aashtoresource.org
• aashtoresource.org/psp/schedule

S3 E18: Soft Skills: Authentic Networking (33:51)

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RELEASE DATE: September 06, 2022

LENGTH: 33:51

GUEST
Evan Rothblatt, Manager of Highway & Transportation Services, ASTM

SHOW NOTES
Industry events and meetings can be overwhelming for introverts and extroverts alike. Evan Rothblatt with ASTM is a natural networker and joins us to discuss how to build an authentic professional network.

RELATED INFORMATION

• ASTM Compass
• TRB Annual Meeting
• AASHTO Materials Meeting
• AASHTO Construction Meeting

S3 E17: From the Cutting Room Floor - Consensus Standards (11:56)

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RELEASE DATE: August 30, 2022

LENGTH: 11:56

GUEST
Glenn Waite, Western Rock Products

SHOW NOTES
This is some audio that didn't make it into a previous episode on standards development. We join the conversation as Brian talks with ASTM and industry veteran, Glenn Waite about consensus standards and voting within ASTM committees.

S3 E16: ASTM Training & Certification Programs (43:58)

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RELEASE DATE: August 23, 2022

LENGTH: 43:58

GUESTS
Brittney Gibson, Certification Specialist of the Training and E-learning Program, ASTM
Athena Huss, Instructional Designer of Training and On-demand Solutions, ASTM

SHOW NOTES
Athena Huss and Brittney Gibson join us to discuss ASTM's training and certification programs, how they are different, and what people can expect.

RELATED INFORMATION

• go.astm.org/train
• ASTM Compass 
• S2 E20: Terminology - Accreditation, Certification, and Related Terms
• S1 E20: Effective Training

S3 E15: July PSP Insights (43:46)

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RELEASE DATE: August 16, 2022

LENGTH: 43:46

GUESTS
John Malusky, Proficiency Sample Program Manager, AASHTO re:source
Pete Holter, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
John Malusky and Pete Holter join us to discuss details of the recent Asphalt Mixture Hveem Design, Asphalt Mixture Marshall Design, and Asphalt Mixture Gyratory samples.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S3 E6: Digging into Soil Classification and Compaction Samples 185/186
• Francis Hveem: Testing the Limits of His Abilities
• http://aashtoresource.org/psp/reports

S3 E14: How re:source Implements Standard Updates (19:03)

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RELEASE DATE: August 09, 2022

LENGTH: 19:03

GUEST
Maria Knake, Laboratory Assessment Program Manager, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Learn how we implement and incorporate changes in standards into the Laboratory Assessment and AASHTO Accreditation Programs.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S1 E26: Keeping Up to Date with Standards
• S3 E11: Updates to the 42nd Edition of AASHTO Materials Standards 
• AASHTO Publications Newsletter
• ASTM Standards Tracker
• http://aashtoresource.org/lap/assessment-prep-lists

S3 E13: Q & A from Making the re:source Proficiency Sample Program Work for You (15:26)

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RELEASE DATE: August 02, 2022

LENGTH: 15:26

SHOW NOTES
We share the audio from the Q and A section of our November 2021 webinar: Making the re:source Proficiency Sample Program Work for You. John and Ryan share insights into the new aggregate degradation and aggregate gradation and gravity sample programs, how to use performance charts, and much more.

View the complete webinar here: https://youtu.be/EiIerSZfReo

S3 E12: From the Cutting Room Floor - Standards Development (09:44)

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RELEASE DATE: July 26, 2022

LENGTH: 09:44

SHOW NOTES
In this episode, we share some audio that didn't make it into a previous episode for one reason or another. This episode's topic is standards development. We join the conversation as Brian sheds some light on the standards development process and how you can get involved.

S3 E11: Updates to the 42nd Edition of AASHTO Materials Standards (35:24)

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RELEASE DATE: July 19, 2022

LENGTH: 35:24

GUEST
Casey Soneira, Program Manager for Engineering, AASHTO

SHOW NOTES
We talk to Casey Soneira, Program Manager for Engineering with AASHTO, about the updates to the 42nd Edition of AASHTO Materials Standards, including the new M 339: the Standard Specification for Thermometers Used in the Testing of Construction Materials.

RELATED INFORMATION

• materials.transportation.org
• store.transportation.org
• S1 E22: AASHTO Committee on Materials and Pavements (COMP)
• S2 E21: FAQ - Can my lab be accredited for tests that require mercury thermometers?
• S2 E8: Listen to this before you buy your next digital thermometer.
• AASHTO Accreditation Policy and Guidance on Thermometer Selection and Records
• Getting Rid of Mercury: A New Frontier for Temperature Measurement
• Let’s Get Digital: A Guide to Unraveling the Tangled World of Digital Thermometers
• Why Don’t You Just Tell Me Which Thermometer to Buy? And Other Frequently Asked Thermometer Questions
• ASTM D04 Fact Sheets
• ASTM D04: A Guide to Replacing or Specifying Alternatives to Mercury

S3 E10: Common Concrete Nonconformities (35:51)

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RELEASE DATE: July 12, 2022

LENGTH: 35:51

GUEST
Magan Karr, Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Quality Analyst, Megan Karr joins us to talk about some comment concrete nonconformities and how to resolve them.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S1 E12: Curing Facilities - ASTM C511 and AASHTO M 201
• The Cure for The Cure: A Guide to ASTM C511 and Your Curing Facilities

S3 E09: Talking Standards Development with Glenn Waite (31:32)

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RELEASE DATE: July 05, 2022

LENGTH: 31:32

GUEST
Glenn Waite, Western Rocks Products a CRH Company

SHOW NOTES
We dig deep into the ASTM standards development process and learn about some possible changes to ASTM D3666.

S3 E08: FAQ - What’s in a Name? (29:34)

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RELEASE DATE: June 28, 2022

LENGTH: 29:34

SHOW NOTES
We review the details of the AASHTO Accreditation Policy and Guidance on Laboratory Names document and explore how it may evolve.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO Accreditation Policy and Guidance on Laboratory Names
• S1 E13: FAQ - Mobile Lab Accreditation
• AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Mobile Laboratories

S3 E07: Internal Audits - Back to Basics (16:54)

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RELEASE DATE: June 21, 2022

LENGTH: 16:54

SHOW NOTES
With clips from past episodes, we cover what an internal audit is, the requirements, and some of the benefits.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S2 E12: Conducting Effective Internal Audits
• S2 E24: Taken from TechEx: Internal Audits: The Focus on Improvement
• S1 E39: FAQ - Policy for New Lab Internal Audits and Management Reviews
• S1 E28: Management Review Extended Q & A

S3 E06: Digging into Soil Classification and Compaction Samples 185/186 (25:46)

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RELEASE DATE: June 14, 2022

LENGTH: 25:46

GUESTS
John Malusky, Proficiency Sample Program Manager, AASHTO re:source
Pete Holter, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
John Malusky and Pete Holter join us to discuss details of the recent Soil Classification and Compaction sample rounds 185 and 186.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S1 E24: The transition from ASTM D422 to D6913 and D7928
• Sample Round Analysis

S3 E05: World Accreditation Day (35:33)

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RELEASE DATE: June 07, 2022

LENGTH: 35:33

GUESTS
Bob Lutz, AASHTO re:source Manager

SHOW NOTES
In celebration of World Accreditation Day, Bob Lutz joins us to discuss the difference between the international model and the AASHTO model of accreditation.

RELATED INFORMATION

• What's the Difference? Accreditation, Certification, and Related Terms
• How to Publicize Your Laboratory's AASHTO Accreditation
• Laboratory Assessor Training Program
• Events
• AASHTO Accreditation Overview
• ISO/IEC 17025
• ISO 9001 Certificate

S3 E04: Returning to On-Site Assessments (35:41)

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RELEASE DATE: May 31, 2022

LENGTH: 35:41

GUESTS
Maria Knake, Laboratory Assessment Program Manager,AASHTO re:source
Rhonda Peterson, Laboratory Assessor, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
After performing assessments remotely for almost 2 years, learn more about the Laboratory Assessment Program's return to on-site assessments.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Careers
• Assessment Schedule
• Remote Assessments
• Duty of Care

S3 E03: Internal Audit Awareness Month - Who Can Perform Internal Audits? (14:12)

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RELEASE DATE: May 24, 2022

LENGTH: 14:12

SHOW NOTES
In honor of Internal Auditing Awareness Month, we’ve pulled together audio from previous episodes and webinars about internal audits. Specifically, in this episode, we will be talking about who can perform internal audits, how consultants factor into the discussion, and training auditors.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S2 E12: Conducting Effective Internal Audits
• S2 E24: Taken from TechEx: Internal Audits: The Focus on Improvement
• S1 E39: FAQ - Policy for New Lab Internal Audits and Management Reviews
• S1 E28: Management Review Extended Q & A

S3 E02: Reports and Records (29:42)

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RELEASE DATE: May 17, 2022

LENGTH: 29:42

SHOW NOTES
We dive into test records and reports - what are the requirements, and why they are important.

S3 E01: Since We've Been Gone (26:34)

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RELEASE DATE: May 10, 2022

LENGTH: 26:34

GUEST
Tracy Barnhart, Quality Manager, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
We share what's been happening since the end of season 2 and Tracy Barnhart joins us to discuss some upcoming episode topics for Season 3.

RELATED INFORMATION

• 2022 Technical Exchange

S2 E43: Inside TechEx 2022 (41:40)

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RELEASE DATE: February 22, 2022

LENGTH: 41:40

GUESTS
Tracy Barnhart, Quality Manager, AASHTO re:source
Bob Lutz, Manager, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
In our final episode of season 2, we talk with Tracy Barnhart and Bob Lutz about the upcoming 2022 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange. Get a peek at agenda topics and what to expect at next month's in-person event.

http://aashtoresource.org/events 

S2 E42: Top Nonconformities for AASHTO T 59 (39:33)

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RELEASE DATE: February 15, 2022

LENGTH: 39:33

GUESTS
Russell Dabbs, Laboroatry Assessor, AASHTO re:source
Amy Reed, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
We discuss common nonconformities for AASHTO T 59, the Standard Method of Test for Emulsified Asphalts, and how to resolve them.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Is Water More Than Just H2O?

S2 E41: FAQ - Corporate Quality Management System Reviews (30:57)

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RELEASE DATE: February 08, 2022

LENGTH: 30:57

GUEST
Trudy Eckstine, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
We discuss the current pilot program for approval of Corporate Quality Management Systems.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S2 E18: Moving to a Digital Quality Management System
• S2 E12: Conducting Effective Internal Audits

S2 E40: On the Road - NTPEP Part 3 (31:50)

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RELEASE DATE: February 01, 2022

LENGTH: 31:50

GUESTS
Oak Metcalfe, Montana DOT
Kelly Morse, Illinois DOT

SHOW NOTES
We finish up our interviews from the 2021 National Transportation Product Evaluation Program (NTPEP) annual meeting in Rhode Island, talking with members of the Steering Committee.

RELATED INFORMATION

• https://ntpep.transportation.org/

S2 E39: Steel Inspection and Code Compliance (44:33)

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RELEASE DATE: January 25, 2022

LENGTH: 44:33

GUESTS
Alan Tuck, Froehling & Robertson, Inc.
Brett Clarke, Froehling & Robertson, Inc.

SHOW NOTES
Alan Tuck and Brett Clarke with Froehling & Robertson, Inc. give us an inside look at steel special inspection and code compliance.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S2 E14: Fireproofing and Special Inspections
• Speaking in Code (newsletter)
• www.fandr.com

S2 E38: On the Road - NTPEP Part 2 (19:18)

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RELEASE DATE: January 18, 2022

LENGTH: 19:18

GUESTS
Katheryn Malusky, Director, National Transportation Product Evaluation Program (NTPEP), AASHTO
Joe Stilwell, Maine DOT
Mark Brum, Massachusetts DOT
David Howley, Connecticut DOT

SHOW NOTES
In this episode, Brian shares more interviews from the 2021 National Transportation Product Evaluation Program (NTPEP) annual meeting in Rhode Island. We learn about starting up a new program and adding new materials to NTPEP's programs.

RELATED INFORMATION.

• https://ntpep.transportation.org/

S2 E37: FAQ - Field Tests and ASTM E329 (Concrete) (20:03)

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RELEASE DATE: January 11, 2022

LENGTH: 20:03

SHOW NOTES
In this FAQ episode, we give guidance about the requirements of concrete field testing in ASTM E329 (Standard Specification for Agencies Engaged in the Testing and/or Inspection of Materials Used in Construction). We also share insights on the parentheticals shown in some of the AASHTO Accreditation directory listings.

S2 E36: On the Road - NTPEP Part 1 (43:26)

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RELEASE DATE: January 04, 2022

LENGTH: 43:26

GUESTS
Katheryn Malusky, Director, National Transportation Product Evaluation Program (NTPEP), AASHTO
Dawn Bickford, NTPEP Chair, Maine DOT
Danny Lane, NTPEP Member, Tennessee DOT
Robert Sarcinella, NTPEP Auditor

SHOW NOTES
We took the podcast on the road to the 2021 National Transportation Product Evaluation Program (NTPEP) annual meeting in Rhode Island. In our first episode in the series, we interview 4 champions of the NTPEP to learn about the program and its benefits.

RELATED INFORMATION

• https://ntpep.transportation.org/ 

S2 E35: Top Nonconformities for AASHTO T 315 and ASTM D7175 (48:07)

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RELEASE DATE: December 28, 2021

LENGTH: 48:07

GUESTS
Russell Dabbs, Laboroatry Assessor, AASHTO re:source
Amy Reed, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
We discuss common nonconformities for the Standard Method of Test for Determining the Rheological Properties of Asphalt Binder Using a Dynamic Shear Rheometer (DSR) and how to resolve them.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Top Nonconformities for AASHTO T 315 and ASTM D7175
• The Dynamic Shear Rheometer: Understanding the Temperature Requirements
• Finding an Accredited Calibration Laboratory Tutorial
• AASHTO Accreditation Policy and Guidance on Accreditation of External Agencies that Perform Calibration of Measurement Standards
• AASHTO Accreditation Policy and Guidance on Thermometer Selection and Records
• S2 E8: Listen to this before you buy your next digital thermometer.
• Thermometers Articles

S2 E34: Ignition Oven Correction Factors with Dr. Carolina Rodezno (34:45)

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RELEASE DATE: December 21, 2021

LENGTH: 34:45

GUEST
Carolina Rodezno Ph. D, Associate Research Professor, National Center for Asphalt Technologies (NCAT)

SHOW NOTES
Dr. Carolina Rodezno of the National Center for Asphalt Technologies (NCAT) at Auburn University joins us to discuss her research on asphalt mixture oven correction factors and the use of reclaimed asphalt pavements in asphalt mixtures.

S2 E33: FAQ - Holiday Deadlines (13:13)

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RELEASE DATE: December 14, 2021

LENGTH: 13:13

SHOW NOTES
Happy holidays from AASHTO re:source and don't worry, your lab won't get suspended on Christmas. In this FAQ episode, we shed light on how to best handle accreditation event deadlines around the holidays.

S2 E32: Infrastructure Bill Update (30:28)

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RELEASE DATE: December 07, 2021

LENGTH: 30:28

GUESTS
Joung Lee, Deputy Director, AASHTO

SHOW NOTES
Joung Lee, the Deputy Director of AASHTO, joins us to talk about the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill, which has now been signed into law. Joung helps us figure out what exactly is in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S2 E2: AASHTO's Role in Transportation Policy
• AASHTO Names Lee Deputy Director-Chief Policy Officer
• 2021-2026 AASHTO Strategic Plan
• Biden Signs Infrastructure Bill, Outlines Implementation Priorities

S2 E31: Top Nonconformities for AASHTO T84 and ASTM C128 (31:46)

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RELEASE DATE: November 30, 2021

LENGTH: 31:46

GUESTS
Christina Mauri, Laboratory Assessor, AASHTO re:source
Ester Love, Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
We discuss common nonconformities for the Standard Method of Test for Specific Gravity and Absorption of Fine Aggregate and how to resolve them.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Top Nonconformities AASHTO T84 and ASTM C128
• Changes to the Aggregate Proficiency Sample Program
• Is Water More Than Just H2O? 
• How to Resolve AASHTO re:source and CCRL Report Findings

S2 E30: Top Nonconformities of AASHTO T209 and ASTM D2041 (20:34)

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RELEASE DATE: November 23, 2021

LENGTH: 20:34

GUESTS
Christina Mauri, Laboratory Assessor, AASHTO re:source
Ester Love, Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
We discuss common nonconformities for the Standard Method of Test for Theoretical Maximum Specific Gravity and Density of Asphalt Mixtures and how to resolve them. View the companion document of this episode: http://aashtoresource.org/docs/default-source/publicdocuments/top-nonconformities-aashto-t209-and-astm-d2041.pdf

RELATED INFORMATION

• Top Nonconformities AASHTO T209 and ASTM D2041
• AASHTO TC3 Training
• The Anatomy of a Liquid-in-Glass Thermometer
• How to Resolve AASHTO re:source and CCRL Report Findings

S2 E29: The Proficiency Sample Program Participation Guide and Prerequisites for Accreditation (40:21)

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RELEASE DATE: November 16, 2021

LENGTH: 40:21

GUEST
Joe Williams, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Joe Williams, Senior Quality Analyst, joins us to discuss some of the policy and guidance documents used by the AASHTO Accreditation Program.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO Accreditation Policy on PSP Participation
• AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Prerequisite Standards Required for Accreditation

S2 E28: FAQ - Mail Call! (24:03)

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RELEASE DATE: November 09, 2021

LENGTH: 24:03

SHOW NOTES
Brian answers some of the emails he's received this week about suspension notices, specifier alerts, the deadline for receiving on-site assessments, and mobile laboratories.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO Accreditation Policy on PSP Participation
• AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Prerequisite Standards Required for Accreditation
• AASHTO re:source Specifiers
• Remote Laboratory Assessments
• S2 E1: FAQ - Laboratory Relocation
• AASHTO Accreditation Policy and Guidance on Laboratory Relocation
• Laboratory Relocation Form

S2 E27: Taken from TechEx: Developing a World-Class Training Program (15:39)

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RELEASE DATE: November 02, 2021

LENGTH: 15:39

SHOW NOTES
In this Taken from TechEx episode, we share the Q & A from after the 2021 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange session, Developing a World-Class Training Program. Ben Sade and Maria Knake answer attendee questions.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Laboratory Assessor Training Program
• Evaluating Competency: How do you measure up?
• S1 E20: Effective Training
• aashtoresource.org/events

S2 E26: Taken from TechEx: AASHTO R 18 Explained (14:02)

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RELEASE DATE: October 26, 2021

LENGTH: 14:02

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In this Taken from TechEx episode, we share the Q & A from after the 2021 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange session, AASHTO R 18 Explained. Brian Johnson, AASHTO Accreditation Program Manager answers attendee questions.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Accreditation Articles
• 2018 AASHTO R 18 Summary of Changes
• aashtoresource.org/events

S2 E25: Taken from TechEx: Finding an Accredited Calibration Laboratory for Reference Equipment (14:18)

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RELEASE DATE: October 19, 2021

LENGTH: 14:18

SHOW NOTES
In this Taken from TechEx episode, we share the Q & A from after the 2021 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange session, Finding an Accredited Calibration Laboratory for Reference Equipment. Maria Knake, Laboratory Assessment Program Manager answers attendee questions.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Finding an Accredited Calibration Lab Video Tutorial
• Calibration and Standardization Articles
• Precision & Bias Articles
• The Benefits of Being Proactive: Implementing an Effective Equipment Maintenance Program
• aashtoresource.org/events

S2 E24: Taken from TechEx: Internal Audits: The Focus on Improvement (15:12)

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RELEASE DATE: October 12, 2021

LENGTH: 15:12

SHOW NOTES
In this Taken from TechEx episode, we share the Q & A from after the 2021 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange session, Internal Audits: The Focus on Improvement. Tracy Barnhart, re:source Quality Manager answers attendee questions.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Internal Auditing: Just the Facts, Ma’am!
• S2 E12: Conducting Effective Internal Audits
• S1 E39: FAQ - Policy for New Lab Internal Audits and Management Reviews
• S1 E28: Management Review Extended Q & A
• S1 E10: Management Reviews
• AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: Management Review: Your “State of the Laboratory” Address -  September 2020 Recording
• aashtoresource.org/events

S2 E23: Taken from TechEx: Low Proficiency Sample Program Ratings and Corrective Actions (15:24)

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RELEASE DATE: October 05, 2021

LENGTH: 15:24

SHOW NOTES
In this "Taken from TechEx" episode, we share the Q & A from after the 2021 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange session, Low Proficiency Sample Program Ratings and Corrective Actions. John Malusky, Proficiency Sample Program Manager answers attendee questions.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S1 E2: Dealing with Repeat Low Ratings
• I Received A Low PSP Score, What Next?
• Proficiency Sample Ratings: Being Average Has Never Been So Good
• Debunking Myths about the AASHTO re:source Proficiency Sample Program
• October 2020: AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: Proficiency Sample Reports Explained - Recording

S2 E22: Taken from TechEx: Hydrometer Analysis of Fine-Grained Soils (22:11)

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RELEASE DATE: September 28, 2021

LENGTH: 22:11

SHOW NOTES
The first in the "Taken from TechEx" series, we share the Q & A from after the 2021 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange session, Hydrometer Analysis of Fine-Grained Soils. John Dean, Laboratory Assessor, and Pete Holter, Senior Quality Analyst answer attendee questions.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S1 E24: The transition from ASTM D422 to D6913 and D7928
• AASHTOresource.org/events
• 2021 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange

S2 E21: FAQ: Can my lab be accredited for tests that require mercury thermometers? (06:30)

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RELEASE DATE: September 21, 2021

LENGTH: 06:30

SHOW NOTES
We answer your FAQ about getting accredited for tests that require mercury thermometers, even if they are banned in your state.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S2 E8: Listen to this before you buy your next digital thermometer.
• AASHTO Accreditation Policy and Guidance on Thermometer Selection and Records
• Calibrating Thermometers: The Science Behind Meaningful Temperature Measurement, Part 1: Introduction
• Getting Rid of Mercury: A New Frontier for Temperature Measurement
• Let’s Get Digital: A Guide to Unraveling the Tangled World of Digital Thermometers
• The Anatomy of a Liquid-in-Glass Thermometer
• Why Don’t You Just Tell Me Which Thermometer to Buy? And Other Frequently Asked Thermometer Questions
• ASTM D04 Fact Sheets
• ASTM D04: A Guide to Replacing or Specifying Alternatives to Mercury
• ASTM D8055

S2 E20: Terminology - Accreditation, Certification, and Related Terms (25:21)

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RELEASE DATE: September 14, 2021

LENGTH: 25:21

SHOW NOTES
We define some commonly misused terms from the CMT industry, including accreditation, certification, assessment, and inspection.

RELATED INFORMATION

• What's the Difference? Accreditation, Certification, and Related Terms
• S1 E16: Understanding Technician Certification Requirements
• S1 E36: Sitting Down with the American Concrete Institute (ACI)
• S2 E7: FAQ - Publicizing AASHTO Accreditation
• AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Publicizing Accreditation
• AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Certifications
• AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: Technician Certification Requirements

S2 E19: FAQ - Refusal of Service (20:19)

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RELEASE DATE: September 07, 2021

LENGTH: 20:19

SHOW NOTES
AASHTO re:source has a Refusal of Service policy, but what does it really mean?

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO Accreditation Policy and Guidance on Refusal of Service

S2 E18: Moving to a Digital Quality Management System (38:55)

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RELEASE DATE: August 31, 2021

LENGTH: 38:55

GUEST
Gary Irvine, Asphalt Institute

SHOW NOTES
Gary Irvine, from the Asphalt Institute, joins us to discuss the benefits of moving from a paper QMS to a digital system.

RELATED INFORMATION

• https://www.r18labqms.com/blog/
• The Road to Developing an Effective Quality Management System – Part 2, Getting Started
• The Road to Developing an Effective Quality Management System (QMS): Part 3 – Finish What You Started

S2 E17: FAQ - Mail Call! (19:22)

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RELEASE DATE: August 24, 2021

LENGTH: 19:22

SHOW NOTES
Brian answers some of the emails he's received this week about the directory, ISO/IEC 17025, and withdrawing tests and scopes from your accreditation.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S1 E35: FAQ - AASHTO Accreditation Directory
• S1 E13: FAQ - Mobile Lab Accreditation
• aashtoresource.org/aap/iso-iec-17025

S2 E16: Employee Engagement (24:12)

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RELEASE DATE: August 17, 2021

LENGTH: 24:12

SHOW NOTES
We discuss the importance of maintaining an engaged workforce and share some simple ideas you can use at your organization.

S2 E15: What is the ATG? (17:24)

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RELEASE DATE: August 10, 2021

LENGTH: 17:24

SHOW NOTES
Learn more about the AASHTO re:source Administrative Task Group and get a look into the accreditation appeals process.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S1 E22: AASHTO Committee on Materials and Pavements (COMP)
• Transportation.org
• AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Appeals

S2 E14: Fireproofing and Special Inspections (49:36)

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RELEASE DATE: August 03, 2021

LENGTH: 49:36

GUEST
Gary Pasquarell, Ph.D., P.E., Senior Engineer, Vice-President of Quality & Training, Froehling & Robertson, Inc.

SHOW NOTES
Dr. Gary Pasquarell joins us to talk about fireproofing and special inspections.

S2 E13: FAQ - License PE Requirements (12:36)

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RELEASE DATE: July 27, 2021

LENGTH: 12:36

SHOW NOTES
In preparation for Licensed PE day, we discuss standard and program requirements and why they are important.

S2 E12: Conducting Effective Internal Audits (47:04)

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RELEASE DATE: July 20, 2021

LENGTH: 47:04

GUEST
Tracy Barnhart, Quality Manager, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Gain insights on how to conduct effective internal audits at your laboratory, no matter its size.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Internal Auditing: Just the Facts, Ma’am!
• The Road to Developing an Effective Quality Management System (QMS): Part 1 - Why Bother?
• The Road to Developing an Effective Quality Management System – Part 2, Getting Started
• The Road to Developing an Effective Quality Management System (QMS): Part 3 – Finish What You Started
• Quality Corner: ISO/IEC 17025 Accreditation
• S1 E28: Management Review Extended Q & A
• S1 E10: Management Reviews
• AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: Management Review: Your “State of the Laboratory” Address
• Get to the Root of the Problem: Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Explained

S2 E11: FAQ - What do I do if I want to be accredited for a test that I don't see offered? (14:03)

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RELEASE DATE: July 13, 2021

LENGTH: 14:03

SHOW NOTES
Learn what you can do if you want to be AASHTO Accredited for a test that's not current offered.

S2 E10: Emulsified Asphalt Residue Recovery (44:54)

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RELEASE DATE: July 06, 2021

LENGTH: 44:54

GUEST
Delmar Salomon, Pavement Preservation Systems LLC.

SHOW NOTES
Delmar Salomon joins the podcast to talk about emulsified asphalt residue recovery and testing.

RELATED INFORMATION

• https://www.pavementpreservationsystems.com/
• https://www.pavementpreservationsystems.com/publications.html

S2 E09: FAQ - Can I back-date my accreditation to when I received my assessment? (13:13)

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RELEASE DATE: June 29, 2021

LENGTH: 13:13

SHOW NOTES
The short answer is "no" but find out more about this FAQ.

S2 E08: Listen to this before you buy your next digital thermometer (44:19)

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RELEASE DATE: June 22, 2021

LENGTH: 44:19

GUEST
Mary Stroup-Gardiner, PhD, P.E.

SHOW NOTES
Digital thermometer buying can be confusing. Dr. Mary Stroup-Gardiner helps us figure it out by explaining the considerations for the selection of non-mercury thermometers both in practice and in standards.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO Accreditation Policy and Guidance on Thermometer Selection and Records
• Calibrating Thermometers: The Science Behind Meaningful Temperature Measurement, Part 1: Introduction
• Getting Rid of Mercury: A New Frontier for Temperature Measurement
• Let’s Get Digital: A Guide to Unraveling the Tangled World of Digital Thermometers
• The Anatomy of a Liquid-in-Glass Thermometer
• Why Don’t You Just Tell Me Which Thermometer to Buy? And Other Frequently Asked Thermometer Questions
• ASTM D04 Fact Sheets
• ASTM D04: A Guide to Replacing or Specifying Alternatives to Mercury

S2 E07: FAQ - Publicizing AASHTO Accreditation (18:53)

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RELEASE DATE: June 15, 2021

LENGTH: 18:53

SHOW NOTES
Learn more about why it is important to publicize your accreditation and how to do it correctly. Tip: Your laboratory is NOT "certified by AASHTO re:source or CCRL."

RELATED INFORMATION

• How to Publicize Your Laboratory's AASHTO Accreditation
• AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Publicizing Accreditation
• False Claims of Accreditation

S2 E06: How to Maintain Your AASHTO Accreditation (47:12)

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RELEASE DATE: June 08, 2021

LENGTH: 47:12

SHOW NOTES
In recognition of World Accreditation Day (June 9), we are sharing the audio from our February 2021 webinar, Staying on Track: How to Maintain Your AASHTO Accreditation.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: Staying on Track: How to Maintain Your AASHTO Accreditation - February 2021 Recording
• Maintaining AASHTO Accreditation, Maintaining Quality

S2 E05: FAQ - Which report findings are required to be resolved? (15:32)

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RELEASE DATE: June 01, 2021

LENGTH: 15:32

SHOW NOTES
Report findings are classified as nonconformities, observations, or informational. In this episode, learn more about which (and when) report findings need to be resolved.

RELATED INFORMATION

• How to Resolve AASHTO re:source and CCRL Report Findings
• Assessment Corrective Action Report Form

S2 E04: FAQ - How many times can I try to resolve the same nonconformity? (22:15)

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RELEASE DATE: May 25, 2021

LENGTH: 22:15

SHOW NOTES
Whether you mean in the same report, or over multiple assessments, we've got your answers to this FAQ.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Get to the Root of the Problem: Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Explained

S2 E03: Let's Talk Metrology (49:03)

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RELEASE DATE: May 18, 2021

LENGTH: 49:03

GUEST
Heather Wade, Heather Wade Group LLC.

SHOW NOTES
In celebration of World Metrology Day, metrologist Heather Wade joins us to share her passion for measurement science.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Heather Wade Group, LLC.
• WorldMetrologyDay.org
• NIST Quantum Measurement Division
• Metrology Musings
• Metrology Musings: Calibration vs. Standardization
• Metrology Musings: Uncertainty? There’s An App For That.
• Metrology Musings: Measurement Uncertainty for Anyone
• Reality Calibration
• Finding an Accredited Calibration Lab Video

S2 E02: AASHTO’s Role in Transportation Policy (38:52)

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RELEASE DATE: May 11, 2021

LENGTH: 38:52

GUEST
Joung Lee, Director of Policy & Government Relations, AASHTO

SHOW NOTES
Get a behind-the-scenes look from Joung Lee, Director of Policy & Government Relations at AASHTO.

RELATED INFORMATION

• policy.transportation.org
• Testimony of Joung H. Lee, Regarding Paving the Way for Funding and Financing Infrastructure Investments (January 29, 2020)
• unitedforinfrastructure.org

S2 E01: FAQ - Laboratory Relocation (21:57)

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RELEASE DATE: May 04, 2021

LENGTH: 21:57

SHOW NOTES
Join us as we discuss the ins and outs of moving your testing laboratory.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO Accreditation Policy and Guidance on Laboratory Relocation
• Laboratory Relocation Form
• S1 E37: FAQ - Multi-Site and Off-Site Personnel

S1 E40.5: Season 1 Recap (12:03)

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RELEASE DATE: April 29, 2021

LENGTH: 12:03

SHOW NOTES
In this mini-episode, we share some insights into making season one and take a peek at what's planned for season two.

S1 E40: Winter Weather Effects on Roads and Paving Materials (43:37)

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RELEASE DATE: April 27, 2021

LENGTH: 43:37

GUEST
Barry Paye, Wisconsin Department of Transportation

SHOW NOTES
Barry Paye from the Wisconsin DOT discusses the impact of winter weather on road and paving materials and the tests that can help improve the performance of pavements under harsh conditions.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Wisconsin DOT on Twitter
• Transportation Connects Us Podcast

S1 E39: FAQ - Policy for New Lab Internal Audits and Management Reviews (23:34)

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RELEASE DATE: April 20, 2021

LENGTH: 23:34

SHOW NOTES
Learn about the policy for new labs conducting their first internal audit and management review.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO Accreditation Policy and Guidance on Internal Audits and Management Reviews for New Laboratory Facilities
• Internal Auditing: Just the Facts, Ma’am!
• AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: Management Review: Your “State of the Laboratory” Address
• S1 E10: Management Reviews
• S1 E28: Management Review Extended Q & A

S1 E38: Sieves & Sieving Sufficiency (31:09)

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RELEASE DATE: April 13, 2021

LENGTH: 31:09

GUEST
Jim Bibler, Gilson Company

SHOW NOTES
We sit down with Jim Bibler from Gilson Company to talk about sieves and sieving sufficiency.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Sieves: Making the Grade, Part I
• Sieves: Making the Grade, Part 2
• Behind the Screens: Determining the Sufficiency of Mechanical Sieving Devices

S1 E37: FAQ - Multi-Site and Off-Site Personnel (22:11)

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RELEASE DATE: April 06, 2021

LENGTH: 22:11

SHOW NOTES
We go beyond the policy in this episode and explain what you really need to know if your laboratory uses multi-site or off-site personnel.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO Accreditation Policy and Guidance on Multi-Site Personnel
• Multi-Site or Off-Site Personnel Form

S1 E36: Sitting Down with the American Concrete Institute (ACI) (34:55)

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RELEASE DATE: March 30, 2021

LENGTH: 34:55

GUEST
Mike Morrison, American Concrete Institute

SHOW NOTES
Mike Morrison with ACI joins us to talk about how chapters operate to serve the needs of the industry and the opening of ACI regional resource centers.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Concrete.org

S1 E35: FAQ - AASHTO Accreditation Directory (19:00)

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RELEASE DATE: March 23, 2021

LENGTH: 19:00

SHOW NOTES
In this episode, we answer a few of the most common questions about the AASHTO Accreditation Directory.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Accreditation Directory
• AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Publicizing Accreditation

S1 E34: Ask a Quality Analyst (36:53)

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RELEASE DATE: March 09, 2021

LENGTH: 36:53

GUESTS
Roxanne Baker, Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source
Joe Williams, Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source
Trudy Eckstine, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Quality Analysts join us to answer some of the common and challenging questions they receive.

S1 E33: FAQ - 2021 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange (24:23)

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RELEASE DATE: March 02, 2021

LENGTH: 24:23

GUESTS
Tracy Barnhart, Quality Manager, AASHTO re:source
Bob Lutz, Manager, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Our very own Bob Lutz and Tracy Barnhart join us to discuss details of the upcoming 2021 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange, March 15-19, 2021.

S1 E32: Airport Projects (40:13)

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RELEASE DATE: February 23, 2021

LENGTH: 40:13

GUEST
Jeromy Castro, Quality Control Manager, Grace Pacific LLC

SHOW NOTES
Jeromy Castro, Quality Control Manager with Grace Pacific LLC., joins us to discuss some of the challenges of working on airport projects in Hawaii.

RELATED INFORMATION

• https://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Advisory_Circular/150-5370-10H.pdf

S1 E31: FAQ - How long does it take to get accredited? (13:49)

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RELEASE DATE: February 16, 2021

LENGTH: 13:49

GUEST
Trudy Eckstine, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Senior Quality Analyst, Trudy Eckstine, joins us to answer this FAQ.

S1 E30: Inside PSP with Guest Host, Oak Metcalfe (47:51)

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RELEASE DATE: February 09, 2021

LENGTH: 47:51

GUEST
Oak Metcalfe, State Materials Engineer, Montana Department of Transportation
John Malusky, Proficiency Sample Program Manager, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Guest host, Oak Metcalfe from the Montana Department of Transportation sits down with Proficiency Sample Program Manager, John Malusky to discuss the ins and out of the program.

RELATED INFORMATION

• S1 E2: Dealing with Repeat Low Ratings
• S1 E11: FAQ - What do the ratings for repeatability (within-lab) mean?
• S1 E15: FAQ - How and when do I respond to low ratings?
• Proficiency Sample Ratings: Being Average Has Never Been So Good
• I Received A Low PSP Score, What Next?
• Proficiency Sample FAQs
• Sample Analysis Process
• Sample Reports
• October 2020: AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: Proficiency Sample Reports Explained - Recording
• Precision Estimates and the AASHTO re:source Proficiency Sample Program: Why Precise Results Aren’t Always Satisfactory

S1 E29: FAQ - What occurs during an assessment? (22:55)

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RELEASE DATE: January 26, 2021

LENGTH: 22:55

GUEST
Michael Waryoba, Laboratory Assessor, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Laboratory Assessor, Michael Waryoba, joins us to explain the assessment process and helps answer this FAQ.

S1 E28: Management Review Extended Q & A (28:00)

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RELEASE DATE: January 26, 2021

LENGTH: 28:00

SHOW NOTES
Take a listen at the extended Q &A from September 2020's live webinar on management reviews.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Internal Auditing: Just the Facts, Ma’am!
• The Road to Developing an Effective Quality Management System (QMS): Part 3 – Finish What You Started
• September 2020: AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: Management Review: Your “State of the Laboratory” Address - Recording

S1 E27: FAQ - How can I prepare for an assessment? (16:12)

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RELEASE DATE: January 19, 2021

LENGTH: 16:12

GUEST
Michele Bronk, SeniorLaboratory Assessor, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Senior Laboratory Assessor, Michele Bronk, gives us some insights on how to prepare for an AASHTO re:source assessment.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Assessment Prep Lists
• How to Prepare for Your Remote Assessment
• Seven Steps for a "Perfect" On-Site Assessment
• A Beginner’s Guide to AASHTO Accreditation

S1 E26: Keeping Up to Date with Standards (18:32)

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RELEASE DATE: January 12, 2021

LENGTH: 18:32

GUESTS
Imani Love, Laboratory Assessor, AASHTO re:source
Michael Pratt, Laboratory Assessor, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Laboratory Assessors, Imani Love and Michael Pratt, join us to discuss the different approaches on how laboratories can track and stay up to date with testing standards and specifications.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Raising Your Standards

S1 E25: FAQ - Policy on Resolving Findings During the Assessment (08:47)

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RELEASE DATE: January 05, 2021

LENGTH: 08:47

GUESTS
Maria Knake, Laboratory Assessment Program Manager, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Maria Knake, Laboratory Assessment Program Manager, joins us to give more details on the new policy on resolving findings during the assessment.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Policy on Resolving Findings During the Assessment

S1 E24: The transition from ASTM D422 to D6913 and D7928 (50:00)

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RELEASE DATE: December 29, 2020

LENGTH: 50:00

GUESTS
Kendra Adams, Blue Rock Labs
Pete Holter, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Kendra Adams from Blue Rock Labs and our own Pete Holter join Brian to talk about ASTM standards development regarding particle size analysis testing for soils with a focus on transitioning from D422 to D6913 and D7928.

RELATED INFORMATION

• ASTM Committee D18 on Soil and Rock
• Three Musketeers in Soils Testing: Atterberg, Casagrande, and Terzaghi
• Soil Classification – The Bigger Picture

S1 E23: FAQ - What if I need to postpone my assessment? (13:41)

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RELEASE DATE: December 22, 2020

LENGTH: 13:41

GUEST
Mike Wagner, Laboratory Assessment Program Associate Manager, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Guest Mike Wagner, Laboratory Assessment Program Associate Manager, joins us to answer this FAQ.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO Accreditation Program Policy and Guidance on Requesting and Receiving In-Sequence Assessments From AASHTO re:source

S1 E22: AASHTO Committee on Materials and Pavements (COMP) (37:25)

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RELEASE DATE: December 15, 2020

LENGTH: 37:25

GUEST
Casey Soneira, AASHTO Committee on Materials and Pavements Program Manager, AASHTO

SHOW NOTES
In this episode, we will learn more about the AASHTO Committee on Materials and Pavements (COMP) and its standards development process with COMP’s Program Manager, Casey Soneira.

RELATED INFORMATION

• materials.transportation.org
• The Birth of a Standard – Part I: Who Are AASHTO and ASTM?
• The Birth of a Standard – Part II: The Harmonization Effort
• Raising Your Standards

S1 E21: FAQ - Who needs to be present during the assessment? (18:27)

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RELEASE DATE: December 08, 2020

LENGTH: 18:27

GUEST
Mary Kaye Sumner, Laboratory Assessor, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Laboratory Assessor, Mary Kaye Sumner, helps us determine who needs to be present during an assessment.

S1 E20: Effective Training (26:54)

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RELEASE DATE: December 01, 2020

LENGTH: 26:54

GUEST
Ben Sade, Training Manager, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Ben Sade, AASHTO re:source's Training Manager, talks about what makes training effective.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO re:source Events
• Laboratory Assessor Training Program
• Evaluating Competency: How do you measure up?
• The Road to Developing an Effective Quality Management System (QMS): Part 1 - Why Bother?

S1 E19: FAQ - Does my Laboratory Manager have to be a Professional Engineer? (11:18)

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RELEASE DATE: November 24, 2020

LENGTH: 11:18

SHOW NOTES
Join us as we discuss the different standard and program requirements for laboratory managers.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Procedures Manual for the Accreditation of Construction Materials Testing Laboratories

S1 E18: Direct Shear - Top Box Requirement (16:50)

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RELEASE DATE: November 17, 2020

LENGTH: 16:50

GUEST
Greg Uherek, Program Manager of Business Development & Technical Services, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Greg Uherek joins us to talk about the direct shear test (AASHTO T 236 / ASTM D3080) and the common issues that arise from the top shear box requirement.

S1 E17: FAQ - How should I handle falsified records? (19:29)

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RELEASE DATE: November 10, 2020

LENGTH: 19:29

SHOW NOTES
Learn how the AASHTO Accreditation Program addresses falsified records and how labs should handle the situation.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO Accreditation Policy and Guidance on Addressing Falsified Record Issues

S1 E16: Understanding Technician Certification Requirements (35:50)

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RELEASE DATE: November 03, 2020

LENGTH: 35:50

GUESTS
Trudy Eckstine, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source
Amy Reed, Senior Quality Analyst, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Trudy Eckstine and Amy Reed from the AASHTO Accreditation Program explore certification requirements in the construction materials testing industry.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: Technician Certification Requirements
• AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Certifications
• Technician Certification Requirements in ASTM Standards
• Evaluating Competency: How do you measure up?
• What's the Difference? Accreditation, Certification, and Related Terms

S1 E15: FAQ - How and when do I respond to low ratings? (16:34)

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RELEASE DATE: October 27, 2020

LENGTH: 16:34

SHOW NOTES
We discuss proficiency sample low ratings and how to respond to them.

RELATED INFORMATION

• I Received A Low PSP Score, What Next?
• Proficiency Sample Ratings: Being Average Has Never Been So Good
• Maintaining AASHTO Accreditation, Maintaining Quality
• Precision Estimates and the AASHTO re:source Proficiency Sample Program: Why Precise Results Aren’t Always Satisfactory
• Get to the Root of the Problem: Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Explained
• October 2020: AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: Proficiency Sample Reports Explained - Recording

S1 E14: National Transportation Product Evaluation Program (NTPEP) (28:48)

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RELEASE DATE: October 20, 2020

LENGTH: 28:48

GUEST
Katheryn Malusky, Program Director, National Transportation Product Evaluation Program (NTPEP)

SHOW NOTES
Katheryn Malusky joins us to talk about NTPEP, another AASHTO technical service program.

RELATED INFORMATION

• NTPEP.org
• S2 E40: On the Road - NTPEP Part 3
• S2 E38: On the Road - NTPEP Part 2
• S2 E36: On the Road - NTPEP Part 1

S1 E13: FAQ - Mobile Lab Accreditation (13:19)

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RELEASE DATE: October 13, 2020

LENGTH: 13:19

SHOW NOTES
Learn how mobile and temporary laboratories are handled by the AASHTO Accreditation Program.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Mobile Laboratories
• AASHTO Accreditation Policy and Guidance on Temporary Laboratories
• Temporary Facility Accreditation Extension Form
• Accreditation FAQs

S1 E12: Curing Facilities - ASTM C511 and AASHTO M 201 (23:41)

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RELEASE DATE: October 06, 2020

LENGTH: 23:41

GUEST
Stephen Small, Cement and Concrete Reference Laboratory (CCRL)

SHOW NOTES
Stephen Small, from CCRL joins us to discuss curing facility requirements and rationale.

RELATED INFORMATION

• The Cure for The Cure: A Guide to ASTM C511 and Your Curing Facilities
• S3 E10:  Common Concrete Nonconformities

S1 E11: FAQ - What do the ratings for repeatability (within-lab) mean? (13:06)

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RELEASE DATE: September 29, 2020

LENGTH: 13:06

SHOW NOTES
We shed light on the often confusing "repeatability within lab" ratings.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Proficiency Sample Ratings: Being Average Has Never Been So Good
• I Received A Low PSP Score, What Next?
• Proficiency Sample FAQs
• Proficiency Sample Reports
• October 2020: AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: Proficiency Sample Reports Explained - Recording

S1 E10: Management Reviews (40:39)

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RELEASE DATE: September 22, 2020

LENGTH: 40:39

GUESTS
Tracy Barnhart, Quality Manager, AASHTO re:source
Bob Lutz, Manager, AASHTO re:source
Steve Lenker, Director, Construction Materials Reference Laboratories (CMRL)

SHOW NOTES
Learn more about management reviews and get a look at our process from re:source's top leadership.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Internal Auditing: Just the Facts, Ma’am!
• The Road to Developing an Effective Quality Management System (QMS): Part 3 – Finish What You Started
• September 2020: AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: Management Review: Your “State of the Laboratory” Address - Recording

S1 E09: COVID Series: Assessments (14:12)

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RELEASE DATE: September  15, 2020  

LENGTH: 14:12

GUEST
Maria Knake, Laboratory Assessment Program Manager, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
Maria Knake shares how the Laboratory Assessment Program has adapted during the pandemic.

S1 E08: COVID Series: AZDOT's Response (13:51)

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RELEASE DATE: September  01, 2020  

LENGTH: 13:51

GUEST
Jesús Sandoval-Gil, Arizona Department of Transportation

SHOW NOTES
Jesús Sandoval-Gil, with AZDOT, joins us to discuss their response to the pandemic.

S1 E07: FAQ - What happens after an assessment? (13:29)

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RELEASE DATE: September  01, 2020  

LENGTH: 13:29

SHOW NOTES
We discuss how laboratories can best use their time following an assessment.

RELATED INFORMATION

• Seven Steps for a "Perfect" On-Site Assessment
• Assessment FAQs
• Accreditation FAQs
• A Beginner’s Guide to AASHTO Accreditation
• Maintaining AASHTO Accreditation, Maintaining Quality
• Get to the Root of the Problem: Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Explained
• How to Resolve AASHTO re:source and CCRL Report Findings

S1 E06: COVID Series: CCRL (19:30)

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RELEASE DATE: August 25, 2020  

LENGTH: 19:20

GUEST
Jan Prowell, Director, Cement and Concrete Reference Laboratory (CCRL)

SHOW NOTES
Learn more about how the AASHTO Accreditation Program is dealing with the pandemic.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO re:source and CCRL: Two Organizations, One Mission
• CCRL Website

S1 E05: COVID Series: Accreditation(19:20)

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RELEASE DATE: August 18, 2020  

LENGTH: 19:20

SHOW NOTES
Learn more about how the AASHTO Accreditation Program is dealing with the pandemic.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO Accreditation Overview
• Accreditation FAQs
• What's the Difference? Accreditation, Certification, and Related Terms

S1 E04: COVID Series: Certifications (25:31)

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RELEASE DATE: August 11, 2020  

LENGTH: 25:31

GUEST
Tom Cohn, Washington Area Council of Engineering Laboratories (WACEL)

SHOW NOTES
Tom Cohn, from WACEL, joins us to talk about how the pandemic has impacted technician certifications.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Certifications
• Technician Certification Requirements in ASTM Standards
• What's the Difference? Accreditation, Certification, and Related Terms
• wacel.org

S1 E03: FAQ - To whom do I talk about my accreditation? (11:16)

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RELEASE DATE: August 03, 2020  

LENGTH: 11:16

SHOW NOTES
Discover why there's more to this question than meets the eye.

RELATED INFORMATION

• AASHTO Accreditation Program Quality Analyst Assignments

S1 E02: Dealing with Repeat Low Ratings (24:00)

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RELEASE DATE: August 03, 2020  

LENGTH: 24:00

GUESTS
John Malusky, Proficiency Sample Program Manager, AASHTO re:source
Tracy Barnhart, Quality Manager, AASHTO re:source

SHOW NOTES
We explore the corrective action process for low ratings and share insights on sample preparation.

RELATED INFORMATION

• I Received A Low PSP Score, What Next?
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S1 E01: What is AASHTO re:source Q & A? (01:55)

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RELEASE DATE: August 03, 2020  

LENGTH: 01:55

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