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Ground Disturbance 201 (Astec Safety Inc.)

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Ground Disturbance 201 Course
in Grande Prairie (Astec Safety Inc.)

Upon completion, participants will be familiar with, and fully understand, all the regulations and variances involved when a Ground Disturbance takes place.

NOTE: THIS COURSE IS ASSESSED TO THE UTILITY SAFETY PARTNERS (USP) STANDARDS – FORMERLY KNOWN AS ABCGA.

*THE BC ENDORESEMENT ADD-ON IS AVAILALBE FOR THIS COURSE ($30+GST)*

DESIGNED FOR

This Utility Safety Partners (USP) endorsed course is designed for planners, managers, supervisors, and employees who are required to develop, plan, or undertake any kind of ground disturbance.

Online Option: Should you wish to take this training online, a proctored version of this exact course is available through the Online Courses tab on our website.

TOPICS INCLUDE

  • Explain the importance of the damage prevention process
  • Outline ground disturbance stakeholder responsibilities
  • Identify and define ground disturbance
  • Describe hazards associated with ground disturbance
  • Identify approvals and permits that may be required
  • Explain how to search for, locate, and identify buried facilities
  • Describe methods for exposing buried facilities
  • Outline the procedures to follow if damage is caused or found
IMPORTANT:

Please bring government issued photo identification to present at sign-in.

Completion

The competencies of this program are tested and measured through 100% participation of the learning objectives. Upon successful completion of the written exam (with a minimum score of 80%), you will receive a permanent Certificate of Completion.

Duration: Full Day (approx. 8 hrs)

Certification: Astec Safety Inc.                               

🕒 Duration: Full Day (approx. 8 hrs)

🥇 Printable Certificate

🍁 Alberta Jurisdiction (B.C. Available)

🤝 Student Support

⌛ Expiry: 3 years

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