State Aid for Local Transportation

LTAP Snowplow Safety Simulator training reminder

Registration is now open for Minnesota snowplow and safety simulator training for local agencies. The training is a two-hour, in-person training in December.

Overview

This training is tailored for local agencies and uses state-of-the-art technology to prepare snowplow drivers for adverse winter driving and road conditions. The simulator provides attendees with a basic plow cab control system with everything from a 15-speed max manual transmission to an automatic transmission. The plow and wing are operated with a touch screen. Like a real plow, the simulator has a steering wheel, fans, horn, turn indicators, mirror and seat adjustments, an interactive dashboard, and other controls. The steering wheel is responsive, and the sounds are realistic. The view screen gives a 180-degree view with realistic graphics.

• Watch a short video abou the simulator training (YouTube).

Dates and locations

Four time blocks are available at each location on each of the dates listed below: 7 a.m. – 9 a.m., 9:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

You will be prompted to select a single location, date, and time slot when registering. Each time slot is limited to four participants.

*two simulation trailers are available so locations may be booked on the same days

Registration

• Register on the Minnesota LTAP website
• Cost is $125 (free for Tribal Nation members and employees)
• Registration contact: Natalie Niskanen at niskanen@umn.edu.