The manual provides step by step directions for sampling and testing of highway materials. These methods must be followed closely in order to ensure that the data produced is accurate and acceptable for quality control.

This manual provides a compilation of approved Standard Specifications for use in highway and bridge construction contracts. The General Provisions, Sections 1000 - 1999 deal with items common to all contracts relating to tender award, acceptance, payment and responsibility. The Standard Specifications, Sections 2000 - 8999 detail items specific to the work being undertaken.

The manual is to be used in the preparation of material requisitions. The Specifications for Manufactured Materials (SMM) can be used as part of the requisition.

HLIMS is a comprehensive data base serving as a frontline single source for capturing, retrieving and analyzing testing data.

This guide is designed to help Traffic Accommodation Supervisors evaluate the condition of signs, barricade panels, pylons and glo-posts.