Outline Specification Update ASP-6 Upcoming ASP-6, March 2013 CMM Update Quality Management Program (QMP) What’s New? Review Non-Performance Source Documentation

WisDOT Quality Management Program Update

OutlineSpecification UpdateASP-6Upcoming ASP-6, March 2013CMM UpdateQuality Management Program (QMP)

What’s New?Review

Non-PerformanceSource DocumentationHTCP Certifications

Hot-Mix Asphalt Truck Box Sampling (HMA-TBS)Ride Specification, SSTP 440.4410.S

WisDOT Standard Specification Updates

Standard Specifications for Highway and Structure Construction - 2013 Edition

Effective starting with projects in the December 2012 letting


Part 2 Earthwork

Section 204 - Payment – Specifies payment criteria when granular backfill is required

Section 205 - Embankment – To extend Area of Subgrade - Fills of 2’ or less require department approval

Section 207 - Embankment compaction detailed – Hauling and leveling equipment must be routed across full width and length to provide compaction


Part 4 Concrete Pavement

Section 415 Longitudinal Tining – 3/4” c to cTransverse Tining – 5/8” c to cCuring Compound use clarifiedProbing locations for single pass pavingGap measurement by department clarified

Section 416Millings prohibited from being swept into newly

finished shoulders


Part 4 Hot Mix Asphalt PavementSection 460

Added criteria for Warm Mixed Asphalt (WMA) – ASP-6, Nov 2011 letting

Mixture design and quality management program requirements listed for HMA are applicable to WMA

WMA additives or processes shall be from departments approved products list

VMA limits tightened - ASP-6, June 2012 letting

Section 465 Rumble strip millings prohibited from being swept into

newly finished shoulders


Part 5 Structures

Section 501 – Concrete• Grade D Concrete eliminated• Delivery Time - Now Based On Concrete Temperature For

Both Agitating And Non-Agitating Trucks• Allow Acceptance Based On Daily Computer Batch

Records (For Dedicated Portable Plants On Paving Projects)

• Future Changes coming-• Section Will Be Revised To Add Type IL Portland-

limestone Cement• Section Will Be Revised To Require Fly Ash Test

Frequency To Match ASTM Requirements


Part 5 Structures

Section 505 – Steel Reinforcement• Corrections for dowel bars criteria• Restrictions on use of plastic chairs for upper

steel layers added


Part 5 Structures

Section 507 – Timber Structures• Additional preservative standards added

Section 520 – Pipe Culverts• Changes to requirements for concrete collars,

mandrels, pay items and units measurement

Section 550 – Driven Piles• STSP 550-005 incorporated into the standard spec

– relates to modified Gates formula


Part 6 - Incidental Construction

Numerous changes in this part

13 sections have changes

611,612,614,630,637,638,642,643,646,647,657,658,659

Please take time to review these sections

ADDITIONAL SPECIAL PROVISIONS (ASP-6)

SECTION 106QMP dispute resolution process and CMM Chapter 8,

Sampling and Testing Methodologies mobilized into the contract

Required sampling and testing methodologies and documentation are specified in CMM chapter 8

If disputed, approval of materials and components, as well as acceptance of the work incorporating those materials or components, is subject to review under the QMP dispute resolution process

Section 460Asphalt design mixture QV testing frequency, the

30,000 ton threshold is now 5000 tons

ADDITIONAL SPECIAL PROVISIONS (ASP-6)

SECTION 501 Sampling And Testing Specifications References Have

Been Revised

SECTION 701Contractor Testing – Testing References Have Been

Revised

SECTION 715Department Verification Testing – Testing Increased To

1 Verification Test Per Lot For Paving Projects (Previous 1 Test Per 5 Lots), Structures Already Has This Level Of Testing

WisDOT Construction Material Manual Updates (CMM)

Section 8-70.4.3 – Concrete Sampling and Testing ProceduresMeasuring Device For Slump Test

Use A Ruler Or Tape That Starts At Zero InchesDo Not Use A Piece From A Metal Roll Up Tape

Section 8-70.4.8 – Concrete Maturity TestingRequirement For Developing A Strength/Maturity

Relationship Are Now Mobilized Into The Contract Per Standard Specification

WisDOT Quality ManagementProgram (QMP)

What’s New ??

Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) Wall

Pilot Spec to be used in SE District projects, first on panel walls

Requires QMP testing of backfill materials and compaction (T-99)

Requires certified testers of backfill placement and compaction -

Gradingtec I , Aggtec I and Nuclear Density I

The supplied wall system must be from the department’s approved list of concrete panel mechanically stabilized earth wall systems.


Dispute resolution process for non-conforming materials - Section 106.3.4.3.5 - defined as:

Engineer and contractor to make every effort to avoid conflict

Contractor Inspections, testing, corrective actions and process control charts are to be used to determine solution

Third party testing will be used if resolution cannot be made by evaluating existing data

WisDOT Quality Management Program (QMP)

Non-Performance Process, CMM Section 8-30.13

Engineer to notify contractor early to address problem

If corrective action taken-no further action maybe necessary

If non-performance continues – one of three actions are considered: Suspend or delay contract operations Withhold payment on material bid item affected Administer pay reductions using the following

guidelines:



Additional Non-Performance Administration Action Effective - August 4, 2012Before penalties are assessed the

following occurs:Engineer will review problem with their regional

materials engineer If reduction is significant or controversial, it will

be reviewed by:Bureau of Project Development (Don Greuel)

and Bureau of Technical Services (Steve Krebs)


Additional Non-Performance Administration Action Effective - August 4, 2012 (Cont.)

Criteria to be provided for review isItems where QMP was not performedAmount of proposed deductTotal value of items with non-performance of

QMPNumber of missed testsBrief narrative of measures taken to ensure

compliance and justification of the proposed reduction

Decision on Concur/Non-concur within three working days

Source Documentation CMM Section 8-30 - QMP General:

Source Documentation Is:Test Data Entered Directly Into Electronic

Document or Original Handwritten Test Data

Project Record SubmissionRecords Shall Include The Original Source

(Electronic Or Handwritten) DocumentsEven If The Original Handwritten Document Was

Transferred Into An Electronic Document, The Hand Written Document Shall Be Submitted

When Supplying The Original Source Document, A Scanned Copy Is Acceptable

How are we assured we are getting what is required?

• Quality of Materials and Proper Installation is key

• Three part Quality Management Program (QMP) -• QC Testing by Contractors• QV Testing by Department Staff• Independent Assurance/Oversight by Department Staff

• How do we make sure this system work?

• All Sampling and Testing is conducted by Certified Technicians

How are we assured we are getting what is required?

AND IMPORTANTLY

Project staff checks for appropriate certifications to assure that only certified technicians are used for all sampling and testing

CERTIFICATION• Certification/Training is provided by HTCP- UW Platteville

• Multistate-locations

• Certification good for 3 Years

• Training is provided January thru July

• Skilled Technicians trained to national and state standards

• Certification is achieved by demonstrating proficiency thru Testing Sampling Techniques, Lab Procedures and Specification knowledge

• PDH’S are earned at classes

HTCP Certifications Aggregate SamplingHMA Truck Box Sampling (NEW)AGGTEC- I AGGTEC- IIATTS HMA-IPTHMA-TPCHMA-MDPCCTEC-I PCCTEC-IICONCRETE STRENGTH TESTING (CST)GRADINGTEC- I PROFILOR NUCDENSITYTEC- I

HMA Truck Box Sampling (NEW)Standard Spec 2013, ASP 6 requires increased frequency of the QV sampling and testing from 1/30,000 tons per mix design to 1/5,000 per mix design.

QV observer needs to have a minimum of Hot-Mix Asphalt-Truck Box sampling, HMA-TBS to augment there certification in aggregate sampling, AGGTEC-I, AGGTEC-II and/or ATTS.

In the interim, any of these technicians can update their certifications to include HMA-TBS, requesting the DVD with instructions, the self-paced study materials, and the exam. This training will be available on-line in 2013.

For those individual seeking HMA-TBS certification enroll in the 2013 Aggregate Sampling certification course.

Contact Ray Spellman, HCTP Director to enroll at 608-342-1545

WisDOT Point of ContactsQuality Assurance Unit

QMP Issues/QuestionsRich Sorensen – QMP Engineer

608-246-3855

EMAIL: [email protected]

Or

Keith Lundin – Independent Assurance Coordinator

608-220-8847

EMAIL: [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

WisDOT Ride QMP

Ride Specification has been Revised

Ride Spec (International Roughness Index (IRI))

Committee has revised the spec, STSP to be released soon

Not effective on Currently let projects

Committee has reps from both the Asphalt and Concrete Paving Industries

New Localized Roughness threshold

WisDOT Ride QMP

Ride Spec (International Roughness Index

(IRI))

New Category IV PCC and HMA (urban pavement) thresholds

Committee determined better education/training needed HTCP course changesPossible future short course on PROVAL Use

and Data AnalysisEngineer post testing ride of pavement needs

increased attention

WisDOT Ride QMPRide Spec (International Roughness Index

(IRI))

Threshold Changes Localized Roughness

Old: 175 inches per mile New: 200 inches per mile

Segment Ride Cat IV HMA and PCC

IRI PAY ADJUSTMENT

< 35 (50) $250

>/ 35(50) to <45 Varies from $0 to $250

>/ 45 (75) $0

NO DISINCENTIVES FOR CAT IV PAVEMENTS



Where does the Ride Spec Apply

Mainline PavementsAuxillary Lanes for CAT I and II Type PavementsCrossroads (County/State/USH Designations)Bridges, Approaches, RR Crossings in ContractUse Posted Speed Limits not Advisory Speed Limits

for Categorizing Pavements

WisDOT Ride QMP


(IRI))

Where is it excluded?

Roundabouts and Pavements within 150 feet of points of curvature

Within 25’ from Bridges, Approaches, RR Crossings not n in Contract

WisDOT Ride QMP


(IRI))

Contractor Responsibility:

Use only Technician certified thru HTCP-UW Platteville

Use only Profilers certified by the DepartmentSubmit a Quality Control Plan at Pre-Pave Meeting

WisDOT Ride QMP


(IRI))

Contractor Responsibility:Running the profiling tests

Locating the areas of localized roughness

Determining the IRI for each wheel path

WisDOT Ride QMP


Contractor Responsibility:Submitting data – explained on further slidesKeep daily calibration records of

Simple Vertical TestBounce Test

Provide recommendations for Corrective ActionBase corrective action on Proval simulation

Example- Mimic grinding area to if best solution


(IRI))

Contractor Responsibility:Pre Paving/Testing Information to obtain:

Tentative dates for paving and profiling testsContact information – foreman and profiling

technicianTraffic Control Plan for ContractorProfiler Information – Certified, Calibrated,

Last QV Comparison (if applicable)Information is to shared at Pre-Pave Meeting

WisDOT Ride QMP


(IRI))

Engineer Responsibility:

Verify Technician is certified thru HTCP-UW Platteville

Verify the Profiler has been certified by the Department @ Profiler Rodeo

WisDOT Ride QMP


(IRI))

Engineer Responsibility:Assess Incentive/Disincentive for

Areas where Localized Roughness (LR) Exceeds 200 inches per mile (25’ moving segments)

Area where Ride exceeds 140 inches per mile (500’ segment length)

Must assess within 5 days of receiving report Must ride area tested to verify non-compliance

area prior to imposing penalty

WisDOT Ride QMP


(IRI))Engineer Responsibility:

Project leader to review data and decides if there are exclusions

Data Interpretation-Analyze the Localized Roughness areas for

potential corrections prior to analyzing/fixing Ride Segment problems

Compare Ride Quality Module Report to Data on MRS

WisDOT Ride QMP


(IRI))

Settings for Ride Quality Module Report:

Fixed Interval (Ride) Continuous (LR)

Base –length 500’ 25’

Threshold 140”/mile 200”/mile

WisDOT Ride QMP


(IRI))

Ride Quality Module Report

Previous Report required was Smoothness Assurance report

Report to be used to assess Ride Segment and Localized Roughness submitted to MRS

Submitted to Engineer in PDF Format within 5 Days of Final Run

PROVAL

Ride

Quality

Module

Report-

Localized

Roughness

PROVAL

Ride

Quality Module Report-Segment IRI

MRS

IRI Data

Report

from

Atwood

Systems

WisDOT Ride QMP


(IRI))Engineer Responsibility:

Project Leader shall Communicate with DOT Project Manager prior to assessing penalty

Carefully assess “Chattering” verses “Bump” during post testing car ride

Penalty AssessmentThree choices-

Direct Contractor to correct area in writingLeave Area AloneAssess disincentive per specification


(IRI))Verification Testing:

DOT using on a Program Basis, not Project BasisDOT-BTS does a QV check on each profiler each

yearBTS is available to validate specific project results

and help solve problems/discrepanciesBTS Technician and DOT profiler are certified and

calibratedDOT test results provided in one business dayProfiler Rodeo held near Baraboo – late April,

coordinated by BTS – Joe Wilson

WisDOT Ride QMP


(IRI))Data for IRI:

Contractor to submit PROVAL data of the final run to MRS within 5 business days of final run

Data submission shall be under the supervision of a certified technician

Engineer to assess PROVAL Data with the Ride Quality Report to assure the reliability of the data as part of the incentive/disincentive processing

WisDOT Ride QMP


(IRI))

Contacts for IRI Specification and Testing:

Joe Wilson, 608-246-7955, [email protected]

Rich Sorensen, 608-246-3855, [email protected]

Jim Parry, 608-246-7939, [email protected]