Center for Distance and Professional Education

Professional Education


Pacific Northwest Bridge Maintenance Conference

October 6, 2008–October 8, 2008
Seaside Convention Center—
415 First Avenue Seaside, OR 97138

The purpose of the Conference is to provide a forum for Bridge Maintenance Crews to share information, innovations, creative ideas, and tricks of the trade.

Topics include Maintenance Procedures, Standards and Safety, Emergency Response, Prioritizing Maintenance Repairs, Deck Joint Repair, New Repair Methods and Materials, and Environmental Constraints.

Goals of the 2008 Pacific Northwest Bridge Maintenance Conference


  • Provide a forum to share cradle-to-grave bridge maintenance information, innovations, ideas, and best practices.

  • Provide a means for bridge maintenance personnel to obtain training and a better understanding of bridge maintenance / repair techniques

  • Foster the development of leadership skills

  • Promote technology transfer within the bridge maintenance community

  • Provide a forum for networking


Key Benefits of attending the 2008 conference

  • Become better equipped and prepared to perform assigned tasks by being exposed to lessons

  • Learn from others

  • Become more efficient in the area of bridge maintenance

  • Become more productive by using assigned resources wisely

  • Ensure a higher level of On-the-Job Safety and Environmental Awareness

  • Increase communication skill set by formulating and delivering presentations


Registration will open on July 1st.


Registration

Hotel Information

Shilo Inn Suites Hotel - Oceanfront Resort 30 North Prom
Seaside, Oregon 97138-5823

Hotel: 503-738-9571

Reservations: 800-222-2244

*When making your reservations at the Shilo Inn Suites Hotel please mention you are with the PNW Bridge Maintenance Conference to receive the discounted room rate of $85 per night. Reservations must be received by September 6, 2008 to receive the conference rate.

Best Western Oceanview Resort414 N. Prom
Seaside, OR 97138

Hotel: 503-738-3334

Reservations: 800-234-8439

*When making your reservations at the Best Western Oceanview Resort, please mention you are with the PNW Bridge Maintenance Conference to receive the discounted room rate of $85 per night. Reservations must be received by September 6, 2008 to receive the conference rate.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites34 HOLLADAY DRIVE
SEASIDE, OR 97138

Hotel: 503-717-8000
The Inn at Seaside411 Second Ave
Seaside, OR 97138

Hotel: 503-738-9581

Conference Information


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