Courses

Bridge and Culvert Management

Learn the essentials of bridge and culvert management with hands-on training that empowers you to inspect, maintain, and protect your municipality’s vital infrastructure.

Registration Info

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April 27 – 29, 2026
Fee:
Member Rate - $1320.00
Duration:
3 days

What You’ll Learn

  • Identify and assess key structural components of bridges and culverts 
  • Conduct routine inspections using the Ontario Structure Inspection Manual (OSIM) 
  • Apply preventative maintenance strategies to extend infrastructure lifespan 
  • Understand installation and rehabilitation techniques for various structure types 
  • Ensure proper signage, load posting, and clearance compliance 

Course Description

Take charge of your municipality’s infrastructure with this hands-on course designed to build confidence and expertise in managing bridges and culverts. From timber bridges to precast concrete culverts, you’ll explore the full spectrum of structure types and their maintenance needs. 

Through field inspections and practical examples, you’ll learn how to spot issues early, apply preventative strategies, and ensure safety and compliance using the Ontario Structure Inspection Manual. Whether you’re overseeing aging infrastructure or planning new installations, this course gives you the tools to do it right. 

Course Details

  • Municipal supervisors and general forepersons 
  • Public works professionals responsible for bridge and culvert maintenance 
  • Infrastructure managers resolving structural issues 
  • Certified Road Supervisor (CRS) candidates 
  • Bridge and culvert terminology 
  • Structural components and inspection techniques 
  • Maintenance planning and execution 
  • Concrete deck rehabilitation 
  • Steel and timber bridge care 
  • Metal culvert maintenance 
  • Load limit posting and vertical clearance 
  • Deck joints and bearings 
  • Soil and steel culvert installation 
  • Precast concrete culvert construction 
  • Ontario Structure Inspection Manual (OSIM) 
  • No prerequisites 
  • Field gear recommended for outdoor inspections (e.g., safety boots, weather-appropriate clothing) 
  • Participants may benefit from bringing a tablet or notebook for field notes 
  • AORS: Mandatory for Certified Road Supervisor – Intermediate (CRS-I) designation 
  • OACETT: Eligible for the Technical Specialist Program (Point Value: 5) 
  • Engineering Institute of Canada: Awards 2 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) 

Delta Hotel – 50 Stone Road W, Guelph ON N1G 0A9

Reservations cut-off day is Thursday, March 26, 2026

Rate: $209 + taxes

 

Staybridge Suite Guelph – 11 Corporate Crt., Guelph, ON N1G 5G5

Reservations cut-off day is Thursday, March 26, 2026

Rate: Queen Studio Suite Studio Full Kitchen $295 + taxes

 

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Guelph – 35 Cowan Pl., Guelph, ON

$359.99 + taxes/night (Standard rooms, non-smoking)

$379.99 + taxes/night (King Suite with Pull-out Sofa, non-smoking)

To book, call the hotel directly at 519-763-2339 and ask for the “Ontario Good Roads “rate.

Please note: The cut-off date to book is Friday, February 27, 2026. Once the reservation is made, no complimentary changes or cancellations are allowed after Sunday, April 19, 2026.