Level 1A

Level 1A HMA Plant Specialist is a one-day certification course that certifies an individual’s ability to test hot mix asphalt produced at the plant in accordance with TxDOT Test Procedures and Specifications.

Pre-Requisites

There are no pre-requisites required for this class. 

Training

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The Level 1A Training classes will be three days in length and focus on providing a basic understanding and knowledge of the TxDOT Test Procedures and Specifications. These classes are not pre-requisites to any certification class and participants will not earn certification.

Certification

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There is no demonstration or training; individuals must come prepared to pass both a written and practical examination.

Level 1A HMA Plant Specialists are required to re-certify every three years by attending a one-day certification course.

If certification expires the specialist may not perform any Level 1A responsibilities on a TxDOT project. If a Level 1A certification expires and the Specialist is Level 2 certified, the Level 2 certification will also be inactive.

Federally Mandated Annual Proficiency

The Texas Department of Transportation requires all Level 1A Specialists to participate in an Annual Proficiency Program. Participation in this program is MANDATORY. Failure to participate will result in inactive certification.

To learn more about the proficiency program, click here.

Tools

Below are some helpful resources for our Level 1A Certified Specialists and those pursuing Level 1A Certification.

Test Procedures

The below test procedures are covered in Level 1A. Starred procedures indicate hands-on requirement for certification.*

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