I n t e g r a t I n g C S S Practitioner Module 6 1 Module 6: CSS and Livability in Construction, and Maintenance

I n t e g r a t I n g C S S Practitioner Module 6 2 Module 6: CSS and Livability in Construction and Maintenance By the end of this module you will be able to:  Identify specific CSS practices applicable to construction and on-going maintenance and operations

I n t e g r a t I n g C S S Practitioner Module 6 3 Module 6: CSS and Livability in Construction, Maintenance and Operations Lesson 1: CSS in Construction, Maintenance, and Operations? Lesson 2: CSS Themes in Construction, Maintenance, and Operations Lesson 3: Commitments Tracking in Construction Lesson 4: Examples of CSS in construction, operations and maintenance

I n t e g r a t I n g C S S Practitioner Module 6 4 CSS and Livability in Construction and Maintenance  Overall –Interfacing with stakeholders in the field –Often delaying traffic –Objective: make the gain worth the pain  Specific Issues to consider –Commitments tracking and extension of CSS into completed projects and management of traffic (MOT) –Final project delivery of the project means these functions are critical to the transportations organization’s: Credibility Image Success with stakeholders on the next project CSS Integration Guide, Chapter 10.1

I n t e g r a t I n g C S S Practitioner Module 6 5 CSS in Construction?  NCHRP (04), Environmental Stewardship Practices, Procedures, and Policies for Highway Construction and Maintenance –Recognizes trend toward environmental stewardship in construction and maintenance –Readily available on the internet through AASHTO’s Center for Environmental Excellence –Significant guidance on organization, training, and best practices CSS Integration Guide, Chapter 10.6

I n t e g r a t I n g C S S Practitioner Module 6 6 CSS and Livability in Operations and Maintenance? If not operated or maintained properly, any project might quickly deteriorate before the public’s eyes.  Follow the same concepts and principles as CSS in planning, design and construction.  An integrated project team and good communications are the keys for success Continuing operation and maintenance practices can determine the success (or failure) of projects. CSS Integration Guide, Chapter 10.1

I n t e g r a t I n g C S S Practitioner Module 6 7 CSS and Livability in Construction, Operations and Maintenance - Examples  Minimizing air quality and noise impacts  Sound storage and spill prevention practices  Vegetation and soil management practices  Environmental compliance at maintenance facilities and sensitivity to nearby uses  Efficient and effective de-icing winter practices  Wildlife accommodations  Roadside beautification and safety improvements during maintenance CSS Integration Guide, Chapter 10.2

I n t e g r a t I n g C S S Practitioner Module 6 8 CSS Themes in Construction, Operations and Maintenance  Opportunities to Emphasize Environmental Stewardship –Scheduling –Recycling demo debris is cost effective and eco sensitive –Clean diesel strategies reduce air pollutants –Small project footprints reduce impacts to the physical environment CSS Integration Guide, Chapter 10.2

I n t e g r a t I n g C S S Practitioner Module 6 9 CSS Themes in Construction, Operations and Maintenance  Outreach efforts during construction –Residents and businesses –Industry groups –Media  Construction site visibility, and related communications –Show a commitment to safety! –Consider: Designated observation points Guided tours –Provide project information; perhaps a local public info office –Designate a single point of contact I-35W Bridge (Minneapolis) Tour for Design Industry Reps CSS Integration Guide, Chapter 10.2

I n t e g r a t I n g C S S Practitioner Module 6 10 Maintaining Business Access CSS Themes in Construction, Operations and Maintenance CSS Integration Guide, Chapter 10.2 VS

I n t e g r a t I n g C S S Practitioner Module 6 11  Opportunities to emphasize environmental stewardship –Low impact techniques reduce environmental impacts during construction and maintenance –Opportunities to emphasize local economic sustainability are welcome –Opportunities to emphasize social sustainability reap big rewards –Noise controls reduce impacts to residents and wildlife –Environmental awareness training improves performance CSS Themes in Construction, Operations and Maintenance CSS Integration Guide, Chapter 10.3

I n t e g r a t I n g C S S Practitioner Module 6 12 CSS and Livability in Operations and Maintenance? Three basic levels of implementation “drive” an agency’s decision to move forward with an EMS  Must Implement  Comply with Rules  Improve or Move Beyond Compliance Environmental Management Systems (EMS) Sustainability and the “triple bottom line” CSS Integration Guide, Chapter 10.2

I n t e g r a t I n g C S S Practitioner Module 6 13 Commitments Tracking in Construction Commitments, Relationships Customers, Community Stewardship, Environment Establishing and keeping project commitments is required for project (and program) success. Excellent Transportation Services CSS Integration Guide, Chapter 10.3

I n t e g r a t I n g C S S Practitioner Module 6 14 Commitments Tracking in Construction Honoring Commitments made during Planning and Project Development Stages  Document commitments made during area-wide, sub- area and corridor planning in construction and maintenance  Maintain open communication with stakeholders about any design changes and potential impacts CSS Integration Guide, Chapter 10.3

I n t e g r a t I n g C S S Practitioner Module 6 15 Commitments Tracking in Construction  Practices to ensure environmental mitigation is incorporated into projects –Have a mechanism to relay information to construction and maintenance staff –Educate agency staff and contractors about consequences of failure to comply –Hire environmental compliance staff –Clarify compliance roles for the owner and contractor CSS Integration Guide, Chapter 10.3

I n t e g r a t I n g C S S Practitioner Module 6 16 Examples of CSS in Construction and Maintenance  Massachusetts Highway Department – EMS  Idaho – “Context Sensitive Solutions Guide”  Wisconsin – “In This Together” Workbook CSS Integration Guide, Chapter 10.5

I n t e g r a t I n g C S S Practitioner Module 6 Exercise 3 1.How is AHTD implementing CSS and Livability in NEPA and what improvements could be made? 2.What flexibilities exist in AHTD with regard to design? 3.Are there design policy changes needed to implement CSS? 4.How have CSS and Livability been incorporated in construction and maintenance? 5.What additional measures could be taken to implement CSS? 17

I n t e g r a t I n g C S S Practitioner Module 6 18 Knowledge Check  How does CSS extend beyond project design into construction, operations, and maintenance?  Name some practices that address CSS and Livability in construction.  What are some strategies to implement CSS and Livability in maintenance?