EP 1110-2-13
28 Jun 96
actions (Federal Emergency Management Agency
program to meet specific work requirements or personal
1992b, Veesaert 1990).
needs (Federal Emergency Management Agency 1992b,
Veesaert 1990).
b. Structure. The entire package consists of 21
c.
Utilization of the program. The TADS
self-paced individual instruction modules that focus on
performance of job tasks. Each module features a
Program promises to offer a standardized approach to
workbook text. The material is presented in a
dam safety training. The Corps of Engineers, as one of
straightforward, easy-to-manage manner.
Each
the primary sponsors of the TADS Program, distributes
workbook contains a glossary of terms and a list of
the TADS materials to each Corps of Engineers field
references from which to obtain additional information.
office through the Engineering Division, Directorate of
Nine of the modules are supplemented with videotapes
Civil Works, HQUSACE. All MSCs and districts
that illustrate certain concepts. Because the modules are
should have a complete set of modules including the
self-contained, individuals may tailor a learning
videotape supplements.
Table 7-1
Training Aids for Dam Safety Modules
Data Review, Investigation and Analysis, and Remedial
Safety Inspection of Dams
Action for Dam Safety (for engineers with some applicability
(for engineers with little or no inspection experience and
for dam owners and operators)
technicians with some familiarity with dams)
The Dam Safety Process
Preparing to Conduct a Dam Safety Inspection
Evaluation of Hydrologic Adequacy
Documenting and Reporting Findings From a
Evaluation of Hydraulic Adequacy
Dam Safety Inspection
Evaluation of Concrete Dams Stability
Inspection of Embankment Dams *
Evaluation of Embankment Dams Stability
Inspection of Concrete and Masonry Dams *
and Deformation
Inspection of the Foundation, Abutments, and
Evaluation of Seepage Conditions
Reservoir Rim
Inspection of Spillways and Outlet Works *
Inspection and Testing of Gates, Valves, and
* Modules have videotape supplements.
Other Mechanical Systems *
Instrumentation for Embankment and Concrete
Dams *
Identification of Material Deficiencies *
Evaluation of Facility Emergency Preparedness
Dam Safety Awareness, Organization, and Implementation
(for dam owners and operators, with some applicability
for inexperienced engineers, technicians, administrators,
and the general public)
Dam Safety Awareness *
How to Organize a Dam Safety Program
How to Organize an Operation and Maintenance
Program
How to Develop and Implement an Emergency
Action Plan *
Identification of Visual Dam Safety Deficiencies *
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