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Driving sustainable outcomes for Australia's used tyres is our priority.

We run the national and voluntary Tyre Product Stewardship Scheme (TPSS) to help reduce the environmental, health and safety impacts of tyres which reach their end of life in Australia.

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The Fundamentals of Crumb Rubber - Training

24 June 2026

Category

TSA News & Announcements

Industries

Government

/Construction & Engineering

/Roads Infrastructure

/Civil Infrastructure

Course Description

Developed in partnership with the National Transport Research Organisation (NTRO), this course introduces the essential concepts of crumb rubber and its role in sustainable road construction. Designed for local government practitioners and interested professionals, it offers a practical overview of how end-of-life tyres can be transformed into valuable infrastructure materials. Across 10 modules, you'll explore topics such as sustainable procurement, project planning, material selection, and quality construction practices. The course provides the foundational knowledge needed to identify opportunities, engage stakeholders, and integrate crumb rubber into your community’s road projects. You'll also gain insights into funding strategies, workplace health and safety, and real-world case studies showcasing successful implementations.

Topics Covered

- Embracing Sustainability

- Crumb Rubber Essentials

- Assessing Value

- Building Partnerships

- Effective Project Planning

- Strategic Material Selection, Design and Procurement

- Construction Practices and Quality Control

- Case Studies

- Moving Forward

Learning Methods

- Case studies

- Learn at your own pace 

Course Price

Free 

Assessments

Online quiz

Outcome

Certificate of Completion

 

Tyre Stewardship Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waterways on which we live, work, and depend. We acknowledge the unique spiritual and cultural connection, and continuing aspiration that the Traditional Owners have for Country and we pay respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging.