{"product_id":"new-mexico-streets-roads-and-highways-contractor-ga-1-ultimate-exam-prep-rental-package","title":"New Mexico Streets, Roads and Highways Contractor GA-1 Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eNew Mexico Streets, Roads and Highways Contractor GA-1 Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNew Mexico Streets, Roads and Highways Contractor GA-1 Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package is designed for candidates preparing for the New Mexico GA-1 contractor exam with rental reference books, structured online exam preparation, and application support. This package supports candidates studying streets, roads, highways, asphalt paving, concrete, pipe and excavation, traffic control, New Mexico highway specifications, stormwater management, pavement maintenance, utility notification, standard drawings, OSHA construction safety, business preparation books, and open-book exam reference navigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package includes the listed references: \u003cstrong\u003eCode of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eDesign and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ePipe and Excavation Contracting\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eHot Mix Asphalt Paving Handbook\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eManual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, 2003\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eNew Mexico Specifications for Highway and Bridge Construction, 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eStorm Water Management for Construction Activities, 1992\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAsphalt in Pavement Maintenance (MS-16), 3rd edition\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eNew Mexico One Call Excavator Handbook\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eNew Mexico Department of Transportation Active Standard Drawing Master List and Standard Drawings\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eDesign and Construction of Urban Stormwater Management Systems, 1992\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe package also includes business books listed as \u003cstrong\u003eIncludes lines 2-4\u003c\/strong\u003e. Candidates preparing for contractor licensing should use the GA-1 trade references for technical exam preparation and the included business books as part of broader licensing preparation when business and law content applies to their path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStreets, roads, and highways contractor exam preparation requires more than field experience with paving, excavation, grading, pipe work, concrete, traffic control, stormwater, asphalt maintenance, roadway construction, utility coordination, or construction safety. Candidates also need to understand how each reference is organized, how specifications and standards are written, how tables and drawings are used, and how to locate information efficiently during an open-book test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis package brings the study materials and support into one preparation path. The rental references provide the source material, the online course helps organize review and build exam-focused study habits, and Application Service is included to support the licensing process. Candidates can use the books and course together to practice navigating OSHA safety standards, concrete reference material, pipe and excavation topics, asphalt paving guidance, MUTCD traffic control requirements, New Mexico highway specifications, stormwater references, pavement maintenance material, New Mexico One Call guidance, standard drawings, business references, and exam-style reference questions before exam day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 3px solid #d32f2f; padding: 20px; margin: 25px 0; background-color: #fff7f7;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Rental Books:\u003c\/strong\u003e Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA); Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition; Pipe and Excavation Contracting; Hot Mix Asphalt Paving Handbook; Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, 2003; New Mexico Specifications for Highway and Bridge Construction, 2019; Storm Water Management for Construction Activities, 1992; Asphalt in Pavement Maintenance (MS-16), 3rd edition; New Mexico One Call Excavator Handbook; New Mexico Department of Transportation Active Standard Drawing Master List and Standard Drawings; and Design and Construction of Urban Stormwater Management Systems, 1992.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBusiness Books Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes lines 2-4.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCourse Access:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 year of course access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included with this package.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Price:\u003c\/strong\u003e $2,235.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefundable Deposit:\u003c\/strong\u003e $1,100.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Due Today:\u003c\/strong\u003e $3,335.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease allow up to 15 business days for ultimate book package orders.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe New Mexico Streets, Roads and Highways Contractor GA-1 exam is intended for candidates preparing to demonstrate knowledge of roadway construction, highway work, asphalt paving, concrete, pipe installation, excavation, traffic control, stormwater management, pavement maintenance, utility coordination, New Mexico specifications, standard drawings, OSHA construction safety, and open-book reference use. This Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package supports preparation using the listed references, 1 year of course access, business books listed as Includes lines 2-4, and Application Service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImportant study areas include OSHA construction safety, excavation safety awareness, concrete materials and mixtures, pipe installation, trenching, bedding and backfill, hot mix asphalt paving, asphalt maintenance, MUTCD traffic control concepts, signs and pavement markings awareness, New Mexico highway and bridge specifications, stormwater management for construction activities, urban stormwater systems, New Mexico One Call excavation coordination, standard drawings, construction terminology, specification sections, tables, diagrams, drawings, notes, and reference navigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCode of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)\u003c\/strong\u003e supports construction safety preparation. Candidates should review OSHA construction standards, hazard recognition, excavation safety awareness, personal protective equipment, equipment-related safety topics, fall protection awareness where applicable, and general jobsite safety requirements. Safety questions should be answered from OSHA language when the question points to federal construction safety requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e supports concrete preparation. Candidates should review concrete materials, mixture design concepts, cement, aggregates, water, admixtures, batching, placing, finishing, curing, strength, durability, testing awareness, and concrete construction terminology. Streets, roads, and highways work can include concrete components, so candidates should understand both the material and the language used in the reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePipe and Excavation Contracting\u003c\/strong\u003e supports pipe and underground construction preparation. Candidates should review trenching, excavation methods, pipe installation, bedding, backfill, shoring awareness, jobsite conditions, equipment awareness, and construction sequencing. Roadway work often includes drainage, utilities, culverts, and underground pipe-related construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHot Mix Asphalt Paving Handbook\u003c\/strong\u003e supports asphalt paving preparation. Candidates should review hot mix asphalt production awareness, placement, compaction, equipment, paving operations, temperature awareness, joints, surface preparation, quality concerns, and asphalt paving terminology. Asphalt questions may involve both field operations and reference-based details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, 2003\u003c\/strong\u003e supports traffic control preparation. Candidates should review traffic signs, markings, signals, work zone traffic control awareness, temporary traffic control concepts, roadway safety communication, and how the MUTCD organizes traffic control information. Traffic control topics require careful attention to terminology and standard application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Mexico Specifications for Highway and Bridge Construction, 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e supports state-specific construction preparation. Candidates should become familiar with specification organization, materials, construction methods, earthwork, drainage, roadway work, asphalt, concrete, traffic-related sections where applicable, and state construction terminology. Specification-based questions may require candidates to locate exact sections and apply written requirements to a described field condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorm Water Management for Construction Activities, 1992\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eDesign and Construction of Urban Stormwater Management Systems, 1992\u003c\/strong\u003e support stormwater preparation. Candidates should review erosion and sediment control awareness, runoff management, pollution prevention concepts, construction site stormwater practices, drainage infrastructure, urban stormwater systems, and stormwater system construction considerations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAsphalt in Pavement Maintenance (MS-16), 3rd edition\u003c\/strong\u003e supports pavement maintenance preparation. Candidates should review asphalt maintenance concepts, pavement distress awareness, patching, sealing, surface repair, maintenance planning, and pavement preservation terminology. \u003cstrong\u003eNew Mexico One Call Excavator Handbook\u003c\/strong\u003e supports utility notification and safe digging preparation. \u003cstrong\u003eNew Mexico Department of Transportation Active Standard Drawing Master List and Standard Drawings\u003c\/strong\u003e supports preparation involving standard construction details and drawing interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eOpen Book Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe New Mexico Streets, Roads and Highways Contractor GA-1 examination is an \u003cstrong\u003eopen book test\u003c\/strong\u003e using approved references. Candidates are responsible for bringing their own approved reference materials to the examination center when required by testing instructions. This Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package includes the listed rental references for study, business books listed as Includes lines 2-4, 1 year of course access, and Application Service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-book testing does not mean candidates can rely on searching the books for the first time during the exam. The strongest preparation includes learning how each reference is organized before test day. Candidates should know how to use tables of contents, indexes, chapters, specifications, drawings, standard details, tables, diagrams, notes, OSHA sections, MUTCD sections, stormwater references, asphalt references, and New Mexico specification language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReference materials must be bound and may be highlighted, underlined, and indexed before the examination session. Permanent tabs are allowed. Temporary tabs, including Post-it notes, are not allowed and must be removed before the exam begins. Reference materials containing writing are not allowed into the examination, and candidates are not permitted to write in the references during the testing session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis package supports open-book preparation by combining rental references with 1 year of course access. Candidates should use the references throughout the course access period so navigation becomes part of regular study. Repeated use of the books helps candidates locate OSHA safety standards, concrete topics, pipe and excavation material, asphalt paving guidance, MUTCD traffic control sections, New Mexico specifications, stormwater topics, asphalt maintenance material, One Call requirements, standard drawings, and business reference material more confidently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA strong open-book study routine connects every topic to a book location. When reviewing safety, candidates should use OSHA. When reviewing concrete, they should use the concrete reference. When reviewing pipe and excavation, they should use Pipe and Excavation Contracting. When reviewing asphalt paving or maintenance, they should use the asphalt references. When reviewing traffic control, they should use the MUTCD. When reviewing state construction requirements, they should use the New Mexico specifications and standard drawings. When reviewing stormwater, they should use the stormwater references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eLicensing Steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates preparing for the New Mexico Streets, Roads and Highways Contractor GA-1 exam should begin by confirming that the GA-1 classification matches their licensing goal. Streets, roads, and highways work can involve grading, paving, pipe installation, excavation, drainage, asphalt, concrete, traffic control, stormwater management, construction safety, utility coordination, specification compliance, and standard drawing interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA practical preparation path includes reviewing the GA-1 exam focus, gathering required information, using the included Application Service, completing the proper application or approval process when required, scheduling the exam, studying the listed rental references, using the online course, practicing open-book navigation, preparing for any additional required exam, and arriving at the test center with proper identification and approved materials. Candidates should also review all testing instructions before exam day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause contractor exams are reference-based, candidates should build a study routine around the actual books, specifications, manuals, handbook, and standard drawings. Reading general summaries alone is not enough. Candidates should spend time inside OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926, Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, Pipe and Excavation Contracting, Hot Mix Asphalt Paving Handbook, MUTCD 2003, New Mexico Specifications for Highway and Bridge Construction, Storm Water Management for Construction Activities, Asphalt in Pavement Maintenance, New Mexico One Call Excavator Handbook, New Mexico Department of Transportation Active Standard Drawing Master List and Standard Drawings, Design and Construction of Urban Stormwater Management Systems, and business books listed as Includes lines 2-4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGA-1 questions often contain details that affect the correct answer, such as roadway material, asphalt condition, concrete mixture issue, pipe installation condition, bedding requirement, trench condition, excavation safety issue, traffic control device, work zone detail, specification section, stormwater control, pavement maintenance method, One Call topic, standard drawing detail, table note, or construction term. Candidates should practice identifying the key subject before opening a book. This helps them choose the correct reference and avoid losing time in the wrong section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePreparation should also include steady review of roadway construction terminology. Many exam questions depend on understanding the wording of the question before locating the answer. Candidates should know how specification terms, OSHA safety language, asphalt terms, concrete terms, excavation terms, traffic control language, stormwater terminology, and standard drawing details affect the correct answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eState Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNew Mexico GA-1 streets, roads, and highways preparation requires study of the listed trade references, New Mexico specifications, New Mexico standard drawings, New Mexico One Call guidance, business books where applicable, and open-book reference navigation. This Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package includes the listed GA-1 rental references, business books listed as Includes lines 2-4, 1 year of course access, and Application Service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNew Mexico Specifications for Highway and Bridge Construction, 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e is a key state-specific reference for GA-1 preparation. Candidates should become familiar with the structure of the specifications and how material requirements, construction methods, earthwork, drainage, asphalt, concrete, roadway work, and state construction terminology are presented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Mexico Department of Transportation Active Standard Drawing Master List and Standard Drawings\u003c\/strong\u003e supports preparation involving standard construction details and drawing interpretation. Candidates should practice locating drawing information, understanding standard detail organization, and connecting drawing information to specification-based questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Mexico One Call Excavator Handbook\u003c\/strong\u003e supports New Mexico-specific excavation coordination and safe digging preparation. Candidates should review utility notification concepts, excavator responsibilities, locating awareness, damage prevention, and coordination practices before excavation. This reference is important for work involving trenches, site work, utilities, pipe installation, drainage, and underground construction conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOSHA 29 CFR Part 1926 supports construction safety preparation. The concrete, asphalt, pipe, stormwater, traffic control, pavement maintenance, and urban stormwater references support trade-specific preparation. Candidates should study each reference as part of a complete GA-1 preparation plan rather than relying on one book alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates should also use the included business books listed as \u003cstrong\u003eIncludes lines 2-4\u003c\/strong\u003e when preparing for licensing-related business topics that apply to their path. Business preparation may support the broader licensing process, while the GA-1 trade references support technical exam preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eApplication Service is included with this package. This support helps candidates organize the licensing application portion of the process while they focus on studying the trade references and preparing for open-book testing. Candidates should still review all instructions, requirements, and communications connected to their licensing path and exam scheduling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eReference Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Rental Book: Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis reference supports study of OSHA construction safety standards, hazard recognition, personal protective equipment, excavation safety awareness, equipment safety, fall protection awareness where applicable, and jobsite safety requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Rental Book: Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis reference supports study of concrete materials, mixture design concepts, aggregates, cement, water, admixtures, batching, placing, finishing, curing, strength, durability, testing awareness, and concrete construction terminology.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Rental Book: Pipe and Excavation Contracting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis reference supports study of excavation, trenching, pipe installation, bedding, backfill, jobsite conditions, excavation equipment awareness, shoring awareness, and underground construction methods.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Rental Book: Hot Mix Asphalt Paving Handbook\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis reference supports study of hot mix asphalt paving, paving equipment, placement, compaction, temperature awareness, joints, surface preparation, paving operations, quality concerns, and asphalt paving terminology.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Rental Book: Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, 2003\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis reference supports study of traffic control devices, signs, pavement markings, signal awareness, work zone traffic control concepts, roadway communication, traffic control terminology, and MUTCD navigation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Rental Book: New Mexico Specifications for Highway and Bridge Construction, 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis reference supports study of New Mexico highway and bridge construction specifications, materials, construction methods, earthwork, drainage, asphalt, concrete, roadway construction, and state construction requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Rental Book: Storm Water Management for Construction Activities, 1992\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis reference supports study of construction stormwater management, erosion and sediment control awareness, runoff control, site stabilization, pollution prevention concepts, and stormwater practices for construction activities.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Rental Book: Asphalt in Pavement Maintenance (MS-16), 3rd edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis reference supports study of asphalt pavement maintenance, pavement distress awareness, patching, sealing, repair methods, maintenance planning, pavement preservation concepts, and asphalt maintenance terminology.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Rental Book: New Mexico One Call Excavator Handbook\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis reference supports study of utility notification, safe excavation coordination, locating awareness, excavator responsibilities, damage prevention, and safe digging practices in New Mexico.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Rental Book: New Mexico Department of Transportation Active Standard Drawing Master List and Standard Drawings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis reference supports study of New Mexico transportation standard drawings, standard construction details, drawing organization, roadway details, drainage details where applicable, and drawing interpretation for exam preparation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Rental Book: Design and Construction of Urban Stormwater Management Systems, 1992\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis reference supports study of urban stormwater management, drainage systems, stormwater conveyance, runoff management, flood control concepts, stormwater infrastructure, drainage structures, and construction considerations for stormwater systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBusiness Books Included: Includes lines 2-4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese included business books support broader contractor licensing preparation when business and law study materials apply to the candidate’s licensing path.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese rental references should be used throughout the 1 year of course access. Candidates should become familiar with the organization of each book, specification, handbook, standard drawing set, and safety reference. Strong reference familiarity helps candidates work more efficiently during open-book testing and reduces the chance of searching in the wrong source during the exam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this package includes rental books, course access, business books, and Application Service, candidates should use each part of the package for its intended role. The trade references provide the source material for technical exam preparation. The business books support licensing-related business study when applicable. The online course helps organize exam review. Application Service supports the application portion of the licensing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eTest Information and Study Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNew Mexico GA-1 Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package preparation should focus on both roadway construction knowledge and reference navigation. Candidates should study OSHA, concrete, pipe and excavation, asphalt paving, traffic control, New Mexico specifications, construction stormwater, asphalt maintenance, New Mexico One Call, NMDOT standard drawings, urban stormwater, business books listed as Includes lines 2-4, and the layout of every included rental reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSafety preparation should include \u003cstrong\u003eCode of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Candidates should review construction safety standards, hazard recognition, personal protective equipment, excavation safety awareness, equipment safety, and jobsite safety requirements. Safety-related questions should be answered from exact safety language whenever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eConcrete preparation should include \u003cstrong\u003eDesign and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e. Candidates should review concrete materials, mixture design, batching, placing, finishing, curing, strength, durability, and testing awareness. Roadway and highway construction can include concrete work, so candidates should understand material behavior and terminology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePipe and excavation preparation should include \u003cstrong\u003ePipe and Excavation Contracting\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eNew Mexico One Call Excavator Handbook\u003c\/strong\u003e. Candidates should review trenching, pipe installation, bedding, backfill, excavation safety awareness, site coordination, utility notification, locating awareness, damage prevention, and safe digging responsibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAsphalt preparation should include \u003cstrong\u003eHot Mix Asphalt Paving Handbook\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eAsphalt in Pavement Maintenance (MS-16), 3rd edition\u003c\/strong\u003e. Candidates should review paving operations, compaction, temperature awareness, paving equipment, joints, surface preparation, pavement distress, patching, sealing, and maintenance methods. Asphalt topics can involve both new construction and maintenance work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTraffic control preparation should include \u003cstrong\u003eManual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, 2003\u003c\/strong\u003e. Candidates should review signs, pavement markings, temporary traffic control concepts, traffic control terminology, and roadway communication. MUTCD questions should be approached by identifying the device or condition and locating the applicable section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNew Mexico specification and drawing preparation should include \u003cstrong\u003eNew Mexico Specifications for Highway and Bridge Construction, 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eNew Mexico Department of Transportation Active Standard Drawing Master List and Standard Drawings\u003c\/strong\u003e. Candidates should review state specification organization, construction requirements, material requirements, roadway work, drainage-related work where applicable, standard drawing organization, and drawing interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStormwater preparation should include \u003cstrong\u003eStorm Water Management for Construction Activities, 1992\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eDesign and Construction of Urban Stormwater Management Systems, 1992\u003c\/strong\u003e. Candidates should review runoff management, erosion and sediment control awareness, pollution prevention concepts, drainage systems, stormwater conveyance, urban stormwater infrastructure, and flood control concepts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBusiness books listed as \u003cstrong\u003eIncludes lines 2-4\u003c\/strong\u003e should be used for licensing-related business study when applicable. Candidates should keep technical GA-1 exam preparation organized separately from business and law preparation so they can focus on the right material during each study session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReference navigation should be practiced throughout the 1 year of course access. Candidates should learn how to move from a keyword in the question to the right reference, chapter, specification section, drawing, table, diagram, or definition. They should practice locating OSHA safety standards, concrete topics, pipe installation material, asphalt paving sections, MUTCD provisions, New Mexico specification language, stormwater topics, pavement maintenance material, One Call guidance, standard drawings, and business reference information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe most effective open-book preparation combines familiarity, repetition, and careful reading. Candidates should know where major safety, concrete, asphalt, roadway, excavation, pipe, stormwater, traffic control, New Mexico specification, standard drawing, One Call, and business topics are located, how the references explain them, and how to confirm answers from the books. This Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package is designed to make that process more organized through rental references, 1 year of course access, business books, and Application Service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e1 Exam Prep helps candidates prepare with organized, trade-focused support designed around the way open-book contractor exams are actually taken. For the New Mexico Streets, Roads and Highways Contractor GA-1 exam, preparation is not only about having the listed references. 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Students can focus their review on OSHA safety, concrete mixtures, pipe and excavation, hot mix asphalt paving, MUTCD traffic control, New Mexico highway and bridge specifications, construction stormwater, asphalt maintenance, New Mexico One Call, NMDOT standard drawings, urban stormwater systems, business preparation materials, and open-book exam strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e1 Exam Prep’s approach is practical and exam-oriented. The goal is to help candidates reduce confusion, organize their study routine, and build confidence through repeated reference navigation and trade-focused review. 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It also includes business books listed as Includes lines 2-4, 1 year of course access, and Application Service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat is the price of this package?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe package price is \u003cstrong\u003e$2,235\u003c\/strong\u003e, plus a \u003cstrong\u003e$1,100 refundable deposit\u003c\/strong\u003e, for a \u003cstrong\u003etotal due today of $3,335\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow long is the course access?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Ultimate package includes \u003cstrong\u003e1 year of course access\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eDoes this package include Application Service?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. \u003cstrong\u003eApplication Service\u003c\/strong\u003e is included with this package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow long should I allow for this order?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease allow up to \u003cstrong\u003e15 business days\u003c\/strong\u003e for ultimate book package orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eIs this package for the New Mexico GA-1 exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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