Municipalities looking to implement more cost-effective and climate-conscious maintenance programs must ensure their public works teams are equipped with the knowledge and tools to succeed. A successful transition to sustainable pavement solutions hinges not only on product adoption but also on comprehensive training and education.
BioSpan is helping lead this transformation by supporting municipalities in the field with user-friendly, environmentally responsible pavement treatments like RePlay Agricultural Oil Seal & Preservation Agent and OptiSeal Eco-friendly Penetrating Concrete Sealant. But to maximize the return on investment, it’s essential to prepare your crews for proper, consistent, and confident application.
Why Training Matters for Sustainable Maintenance
Proper application ensures maximum product performance and longevity. Without training, even the best solutions can be misapplied—leading to inefficiency, waste, or worse, damage. Sustainable road maintenance isn’t just about products—it’s a systems approach that includes application methods, scheduling, safety, and surface preparation.
Key Training Topics for Public Works Teams
1. Understanding Product Benefits and Limitations
- Differences between petroleum-based vs. bio-based sealants
- Expected performance in various weather and pavement conditions
2. Application Best Practices
- Ideal temperature and weather conditions for application
- Equipment setup and calibration
- Proper surface preparation
- Coverage rates and drying times
3. Health, Safety, and Environmental Considerations
- Understanding low-VOC and non-toxic product handling
- Environmental compliance and minimizing runoff
4. Maintenance Planning and Scheduling
- Selecting candidate roads based on condition and traffic
- Establishing routine maintenance schedules to avoid costly repairs
5. Measuring Results and Adjusting Practices
- Tracking pavement performance over time
- Calculating cost savings
- Communicating benefits to city leaders and taxpayers
Hands-On Training Opportunities with BioSpan
BioSpan provides in-field demonstrations, product manuals, and virtual support to help municipalities launch successful maintenance programs. Our team works directly with public works departments to train applicators, troubleshoot issues, and provide ongoing education.
For example, a city in the Southwest began using RePlay on collector roads after completing a training session with BioSpan’s team. Within a year, they improved their pavement condition index (PCI) by 18% and reduced their per-mile maintenance cost by 35%.
Conclusion
With the right training, public works teams become powerful advocates for sustainable infrastructure. Equipping crews with modern tools and techniques ensures municipalities get the full value from their maintenance investments, while protecting the environment and improving road longevity.
Interested in training for your public works staff? Contact BioSpan to schedule a session or learn more about our maintenance support programs.