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IRF Road Operations & Maintenance
Monday, September 8
 

9:00am GMT+08

Registration & Introductions
Monday September 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am GMT+08
  • Welcome remarks
  • Participant introductions and expectations
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Monday September 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

9:30am GMT+08

Overview of Road Operations & Course Orientation
Monday September 8, 2025 9:30am - 10:15am GMT+08
  • Importance of road maintenance in transport projects
  • Course structure and learning outcomes
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Monday September 8, 2025 9:30am - 10:15am GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

10:15am GMT+08

Morning Break
Monday September 8, 2025 10:15am - 10:30am GMT+08
Monday September 8, 2025 10:15am - 10:30am GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

10:30am GMT+08

Fundamentals of Road Operations and Maintenance
Monday September 8, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm GMT+08
  • Types of maintenance (routine, periodic)
  • The impact of regular upkeep on road longevity and safety
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Monday September 8, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

12:00pm GMT+08

Lunch Break
Monday September 8, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm GMT+08
Monday September 8, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

1:00pm GMT+08

Maintenance Strategies and Best Practices
Monday September 8, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm GMT+08
  • Developing effective maintenance strategies
  • Balancing cost, time, and resource utilization
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Monday September 8, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

2:15pm GMT+08

Afternoon Break
Monday September 8, 2025 2:15pm - 2:30pm GMT+08
Monday September 8, 2025 2:15pm - 2:30pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

2:30pm GMT+08

Interactive Session: Identifying Maintenance Needs
Monday September 8, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm GMT+08
  • Group exercise: Identifying maintenance requirements for different road types
  • Class discussion and Q&A
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Monday September 8, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100
 
Tuesday, September 9
 

9:00am GMT+08

Recap & Q&A
Tuesday September 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:15am GMT+08
  • Review of Day 1 key takeaways
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Tuesday September 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:15am GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

9:15am GMT+08

Planning and Scheduling Maintenance
Tuesday September 9, 2025 9:15am - 10:30am GMT+08
  • Scheduling techniques for effective maintenance
  • Tools (software, forecasting models) for maintenance scheduling
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Tuesday September 9, 2025 9:15am - 10:30am GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

10:30am GMT+08

Morning Break
Tuesday September 9, 2025 10:30am - 10:45am GMT+08
Tuesday September 9, 2025 10:30am - 10:45am GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

10:45am GMT+08

Road Maintenance Techniques & Materials
Tuesday September 9, 2025 10:45am - 12:00pm GMT+08
  • Surface treatments and pavement preservation methods
  • Equipment selection and materials management
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Tuesday September 9, 2025 10:45am - 12:00pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

12:00pm GMT+08

Lunch Break
Tuesday September 9, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm GMT+08
Tuesday September 9, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

1:00pm GMT+08

Asset Management in Road Maintenance (Part 1)
Tuesday September 9, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm GMT+08
  • Principles of asset management
  • Using asset management data for maintenance decision-making
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Tuesday September 9, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

2:15pm GMT+08

Afternoon Break
Tuesday September 9, 2025 2:15pm - 2:30pm GMT+08
Tuesday September 9, 2025 2:15pm - 2:30pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

2:30pm GMT+08

Case Study Analysis: Maintenance Planning
Tuesday September 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm GMT+08
  • Real-world examples of maintenance scheduling
  • Group discussion and presentation of findings
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Tuesday September 9, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100
 
Wednesday, September 10
 

9:00am GMT+08

Recap & Q&A
Wednesday September 10, 2025 9:00am - 9:15am GMT+08
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Wednesday September 10, 2025 9:00am - 9:15am GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

9:15am GMT+08

Asset Management in Road Maintenance (Part 2)
Wednesday September 10, 2025 9:15am - 10:30am GMT+08
  • Integrating asset management with budgeting and resource allocation
  • Software tools and technologies in asset management
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Wednesday September 10, 2025 9:15am - 10:30am GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

10:30am GMT+08

Morning Break
Wednesday September 10, 2025 10:30am - 10:45am GMT+08
Wednesday September 10, 2025 10:30am - 10:45am GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

10:45am GMT+08

Safety in Road Operations
Wednesday September 10, 2025 10:45am - 12:00pm GMT+08
  • Safety standards and procedures
  • Risk management in road maintenance
  • Implementing traffic safety measures
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Wednesday September 10, 2025 10:45am - 12:00pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

12:00pm GMT+08

Lunch Break
Wednesday September 10, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm GMT+08
Wednesday September 10, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

1:00pm GMT+08

Workshop: Safety Audits & Risk Management Plans
Wednesday September 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm GMT+08
  • Group exercise: Create a basic safety audit checklist
  • Discussion on potential hazards and mitigation strategies
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Wednesday September 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

2:15pm GMT+08

Afternoon Break
Wednesday September 10, 2025 2:15pm - 2:30pm GMT+08
Wednesday September 10, 2025 2:15pm - 2:30pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

2:30pm GMT+08

Environmental Considerations in Road Maintenance
Wednesday September 10, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm GMT+08
  • Environmental impact of maintenance activities
  • Best practices for minimizing environmental footprint
  • Case study: Eco-friendly maintenance solutions
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Wednesday September 10, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100
 
Thursday, September 11
 

9:00am GMT+08

Recap & Q&A
Thursday September 11, 2025 9:00am - 9:15am GMT+08
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Thursday September 11, 2025 9:00am - 9:15am GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

9:15am GMT+08

Technological Innovations in Road Maintenance
Thursday September 11, 2025 9:15am - 9:30am GMT+08
  • Introduction to modern technologies (sensors, IoT, drones, etc.)
  • Automating data collection for maintenance forecasting
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Thursday September 11, 2025 9:15am - 9:30am GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

10:30am GMT+08

Morning Break
Thursday September 11, 2025 10:30am - 10:45am GMT+08
Thursday September 11, 2025 10:30am - 10:45am GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

10:45am GMT+08

Future Trends in Road Maintenance Technology
Thursday September 11, 2025 10:45am - 12:00pm GMT+08
  • AI and machine learning for predictive maintenance
  • Smart roads and connected infrastructure
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Thursday September 11, 2025 10:45am - 12:00pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

12:00pm GMT+08

Lunch Break
Thursday September 11, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm GMT+08
Thursday September 11, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

1:00pm GMT+08

Practical Session: Evaluating Innovative Solutions
Thursday September 11, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm GMT+08
  • Group discussion on implementing new technologies
  • Costs vs. benefits, stakeholder considerations
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Thursday September 11, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

2:15pm GMT+08

Afternoon Break
Thursday September 11, 2025 2:15pm - 2:30pm GMT+08
Thursday September 11, 2025 2:15pm - 2:30pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

2:30pm GMT+08

Workshop: Developing an Innovation Roadmap
Thursday September 11, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm GMT+08
  • Participants create a simple roadmap for introducing a new maintenance technology
  • Presentations and group feedback
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Thursday September 11, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100
 
Friday, September 12
 

9:00am GMT+08

Recap & Q&A
Friday September 12, 2025 9:00am - 9:15am GMT+08
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Friday September 12, 2025 9:00am - 9:15am GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

9:15am GMT+08

Integrating All Topics: Comprehensive Maintenance Framework
Friday September 12, 2025 9:15am - 10:30am GMT+08
  • Linking asset management, scheduling, safety, and environment
  • Holistic approach to planning and operations
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Friday September 12, 2025 9:15am - 10:30am GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

10:30am GMT+08

Morning Break
Friday September 12, 2025 10:30am - 10:45am GMT+08
Friday September 12, 2025 10:30am - 10:45am GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

10:45am GMT+08

Practical Challenges in Road Maintenance
Friday September 12, 2025 10:45am - 12:00pm GMT+08
  • Common obstacles (budget constraints, stakeholder engagement)
  • Strategies for overcoming real-world challenges
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Friday September 12, 2025 10:45am - 12:00pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

12:00pm GMT+08

Lunch Break
Friday September 12, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm GMT+08
Friday September 12, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

1:00pm GMT+08

Final Assessment & Group Presentations
Friday September 12, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm GMT+08
  • Teams present a summarized maintenance plan incorporating all key concepts
  • Peer and instructor feedback
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Friday September 12, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

2:30pm GMT+08

Afternoon Break
Friday September 12, 2025 2:30pm - 2:45pm GMT+08
Friday September 12, 2025 2:30pm - 2:45pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100

2:45pm GMT+08

Course Wrap-Up & Next Steps
Friday September 12, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm GMT+08
  • Review of key lessons and success factors
  • Q&A session
  • Certificates of Completion and closing remark
Speakers
avatar for Eric Cook

Eric Cook

Senior IRF Advisor, IRF Global
Eric Dean Cook, PE is a Senior Advisor and Lead Trainer for the International Road Federation. Since 2008, Eric has served as a trainer, speaker, moderator, facilitator and fellow colleague at numerous IRF workshops, panels, forums and trade visits. Eric is the current Chair for the... Read More →
Friday September 12, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm GMT+08
Grand Millennium 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MY 55100
 
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