We share some of the highlights from this past season and explain why we take a break in March and April (spoiler, it's because of the AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange).Related information:AASHTO re:source EventsThe Stream by AASHTO: A Conve

Webinar Audio: A Behind-the-scenes Look at Assessment Scheduling

Feb 20th, 2024 39m 10s

We share the audio from January 2024's webinar "A Behind-the-scenes Look at Assessment Scheduling." Related informaiton: AASHTO re:university Webinar Series: A Behind-the-scenes Look at Assessment Schedulinghttp://aashtoresource.org/lap

Umbrella Accreditation

Feb 13th, 2024 28m 53s

Get a high-level overview of why a laboratory's AASHTO Accreditation is not an "umbrella" accreditation that extends to other locations. Related information:S1 E13: FAQ - Mobile Lab AccreditationS1 E16: Understanding Technician Certification Re

Mail Call! (February 2024)

Feb 6th, 2024 38m 28s

We go through Brian's inbox to answer some of the questions he's been asked recently. Related information:S3 E17: From the Cutting Room Floor - Consensus Standards S2 E19: FAQ - Refusal of ServiceS1 E39: FAQ - Policy for New Lab Internal Audits

Common Findings in Aggregate Testing - Part 2

Jan 30th, 2024 33m 28s

How familiar are you with fine and coarse aggregate specific gravity tests? Does your knowledge surpass Kim's? It's not difficult, but find out as we discuss some of the most common nonconformities for AASHTO T 84/ASTM C128 and AASTHO T 85/ASTM

Common Findings in Aggregate Testing - Part 1

Jan 23rd, 2024 27m 6s

Have Kim's guesses of common nonconformities improved as we move along in this series? Find out how she does as we discuss some of the most common nonconformities during aggregate testing in regards to general equipment, AASHTO T 11/ASTM C117 a

Enforcing the AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Publicizing Accreditation

Jan 16th, 2024 33m 58s

While the policy on how to publicize your AASHTO Accreditation hasn't really changed, how it is being enforced recently did. We discuss what this means for AASHTO Accredited laboratories. Related informaiton: AASHTO Accreditation Policy on Pub

Common Findings in Concrete Assessments: ASTM C138, C172, C173, C231, C617, C1231

Jan 9th, 2024 18m 41s

In this "Common Findings" episode, we continue with the concrete series and discuss ASTM C138, C172, C173, C231, C617, and C1231. As a refresher, in this series, Kim blindly tries to guess some of the most common nonconformities in concrete as

December PSP Insights - Performance Graded Asphalt Binder, Viscosity Graded Asphalt Cement, and Slurry & Micro Systems

Jan 2nd, 2024 38m 7s

John, Ryan, and Joe join us once again, this time to discuss the recent Performance Graded Asphalt Binder, Viscosity Graded Asphalt Cement, and Slurry and Micro Systems samples. Related information: S4 E27: November PSP Insights - Unmodified

AASHTO re:source Confidentiality Policy Explained

Dec 19th, 2023 34m 9s

Learn who, what, where, why, and when we can share specific customer information.Related information:AASHTO re:source Policy on ConfidentialityS2 E28: FAQ - Mail Call!S2 E15: What is the ATG?S1 E35: FAQ - AASHTO Accreditation Directory

Common Findings in Concrete Assessments - ASTM C31, C39, C78, C511

Dec 12th, 2023 15m

Continuing the "Common Findings" series, with no context, Kim guesses the most common nonconformity in concrete assessment reports for ASTM C31, C39, C78, and C511. Then Brian shares a few of the real common findings for those standards and som

Sneak Peek into TechEx 2024

Dec 5th, 2023 31m 20s

We are giving listeners a sneak peek into the planning of the 2024 AASHTO re:source Technical Exchange and sharing details about what they can expect from this unique industry event. Related information: aashtoresource.org/events

November PSP Insights - Unmodified Emulsified Asphalt and Paint

Nov 28th, 2023 22m 25s

John and Joe join us to discuss the most recent Unmodified Emulsified Asphalt and Paint sample rounds. Related Information: S3 E30 November PSP Insights (2022)http://aashtoresource.org/psp/schedulehttp://aashtoresource.org/psp/reportshttp://aas

Common Findings in Concrete Assessments - ASTM C1077

Nov 21st, 2023 17m 59s

In this "Family Feud" type episode, Kim tries to guess the most common nonconformity in concrete assessment reports for ASTM C1077. Then Brian shares a few of the real common findings for that standard and some general tips on how to resolve th

The Value of Internal Audits - Part 2

Nov 14th, 2023 30m 11s

We look into the AASHTO Accreditation Program's recent internal audit to share insights as to how the process has added value to the program and organization. Related InformationS4 E24: The Value of Internal Audits - Part 1February 2023 Webinar

The Value of Internal Audits - Part 1

Nov 7th, 2023 21m 39s

We are joined by AASHTO re:source Quality Manager, Tracy Barnhart to cover some of the basics of conducting an internal audit and how the process is valuable to individuals and organizations. Related InformationFebruary 2023 Webinar - Internal

Webinar Audio: Benefits of a Corporate Quality Management System (QMS) Review

Oct 31st, 2023 33m 23s

We share audio from the October 19, 2023 webinar Benefits of a Corporate Quality Management System (QMS) Review. Senior Quality Analyst, Trudy Eckstine covers the basics of if an AASHTO re:source corporate QMS review is right for your laborat

Soft Skills: Goal Setting - Part 2

Oct 24th, 2023 18m 27s

We share 8 brainstorming questions to help you set more effective goals and discuss how these questions would be tweaked based on if you are setting personal or professional/organizational goals.Related information:S4 E21: Soft Skills: Goal Set

Soft Skills: Goal Setting - Part 1

Oct 17th, 2023 27m 57s

We discuss the basics of personal and professional goal setting (including SMART, HARD, and DUMB goals), as well as the role personal and organizational values play in creating effective goals.Related information:S4 E10: Soft Skills: Dealing wi

October PSP Insights - Aggregate Gradation and Gravity

Oct 10th, 2023 31m 43s

John Malusky and Ryan LaQuay from the Proficiency Sample Program (PSP) join us to discuss the results of the recent Aggregate Gradation and Gravity samples 3 and 4. Plus, share in our excitement as we discover the benefits of using slide lock b

Poll the Listeners! What Do You Want to Hear Next?

Oct 3rd, 2023 9m 53s

We want your feedback! Head over to the AASHTO re:source LinkedIn page and answer the current poll. We want to know what types of podcast episodes you want to hear more of in the future.

FAQ - What is the difference between an observation and a nonconformity?

Sep 26th, 2023 24m 22s

Some people call them gigs, docks, dings, notes, or deficiencies. CCRL calls them footnotes. AASHTO re:source calls them findings and classifies findings into 2 categories: observations and nonconformities. We learn the differences and discuss

From the Cutting Room Floor - Potential Changes to the Proficiency Sample Program

Sep 19th, 2023 9m 13s

We learn how, and why changes are made to the AASHTO re:source Proficiency Sample Program. Plus get a sneak peek at some potential changes coming soon. Related information:S4 E13: August PSP Insights - Gyratoryaashtoresource.org/psp

Environmental Product Declarations at Colorado DOT

Sep 12th, 2023 26m 15s

Craig Wieden, from Colorado DOT, joins us to discuss Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and shares insights into implementing EPD requirements for material used in projects throughout the state.Related information: https://www.codot.gov/

Talking Balanced Mix Design with Illinois DOT

Sep 5th, 2023 36m 25s

Brian Pfeifer and Brian Hill from the Illinois DOT, join us to talk about developing a balanced mix design program in their state. Related information:Testing Protocols to Ensure Performance of High Asphalt Binder Replacement Mixes Using RAP an