The MEA’s OPS for Municipal Infrastructure Course is an intensive, in-person training that provides a thorough understanding of Ontario Provincial Standards (OPS) for Roads and Public Works Instructure. This course equips participants with essential knowledge of OPS governance, its benefits, and the critical role OPS plays in municipal and provincial infrastructure projects.

Course Content: Participants will learn to apply OPS standards to build better contracts and manage public works projects effectively. Through interactive group exercises, case studies, and practical scenarios, this course covers:

• Introduction to OPS: Understanding the history, governance, and benefits of harmonized OPS standards for municipal infrastructure.
• Contract Development: Exploring the essential components of public works contracts and how OPS enhances contract preparation, efficiency, and risk management.
• Project Framework: Utilizing OPS for planning, delivery, inspection, and closeout of linear infrastructure projects, including times and materials management (OPSS.PROV.127).
• Progress Payments & Dispute Resolution: Managing contract administration, payment processes per the Construction Act’s Prompt Payment concept, and resolving disputes with OPS General Conditions (MUNI.100).
• Project Closeout: Best practices for contract closeout and releasing holdbacks.

Who Should Attend? This course is ideal for public and private sector staff involved in the design, delivery, and contract preparation of infrastructure construction projects. Also suitable for operations staff responsible for the maintenance and repair of municipal transportation, water, wastewater and drainage infrastructure.  Participants will gain tools to apply OPS in building efficient specifications, mitigating legal and financial risks, and achieving project success.

Accreditation

This course represents up to 14 CPD/CEU hours (approx.) and is an eligible course requirement towards achieving the Municipal Infrastructure Training (MIT) Certification Program by MEA/Good Roads.

Course fees include a complimentary meal plan (breakfast, lunch, & breaks).