February 2005 Newsletter > What's New in the Library?

What’s New in the Library?

All videos, publications and CDs in the LTAP lending library are available for checkout for a two-week period, free of charge. To check out materials or request a library catalogue, contact the Colorado LTAP office at 1-888-848-5827. Library materials can also be ordered online on our website.

Below is a list of the most recent materials added to the library.

New CDs

Location Title
CD PFR Portable Floating Road
  This CD contains documentation about a pilot project that is part of the innovation program 'Roads to the Future' of the Dutch Ministry of Transport and Public Works. The project is called 'The New Waterway' and they are developing a road system that floats on the water and that follows a changing water level.

New Publications

Location Title
100 CLLC Colorado LTAP Library Catalogue
  A catalog containing a complete list of materials in Colorado LTAP’s free lending library.
   
70 GTG A Guidebook to Grants
  This report reviews the current situation from both the side of the grant recipient and the side of the grant providers and explores why some grants teams are more successful than others.

New Videos

Location Title
V70 WU Wake Up & Get Some Sleep
  This 7:30 minute video will help shift workers learn how to get quality sleep.
   
V50 BS Backhoe Safety
  This 18 minute video focuses on tractor-loader backhoes and was written in cooperation with over 20 experienced operators. This program is filled with real world tips and advice on safe backhoe operation; pre-inspection/start-up hazards; safely loading, transporting & unloading trailers; safe work practices for crew personnel; proper positioning, excavation techniques, and emergency procedures.
   
V50 BSO Backhoe Safety & Operations
  This 11 minute video talks about how versatile backhoes are common but potentially dangerous pieces of equipment. It covers: Personal protective equipment - Equipment: both capabilities & limitations - Inspection & maintenance checklists - Operation rules, including startup, driving, transporting, refueling and more.
   
V40 PTST CDL Pre-Trip Inspection, Straight Truck
  This 25 minute video shows how you can reduce driver anxiety about the CDL testing process by showing a simulation in advance. It covers: Vehicle inspection covers air brakes, systems - Review of all federal minimum requirements - Examiner discussing problem areas.
   
V40 PTTT CDL Pre-Trip Inspection, Tractor-trailer
  This 28 minute video shows how you can reduce driver anxiety about the CDL testing process by showing a simulation in advance. It covers: Vehicle inspection covers air brakes, systems - Review of all federal minimum requirements - Examiner discussing problem areas.