BIS Safety Software
Introduction to Underground Facility Locating US Edition
This comprehensive online training course (2 hours in duration) is designed to enhance your knowledge and expertise in the area of locating underground utilities such as transmission, petroleum, electric power, gas distribution, and telecommunications.
Our Introduction to Underground Facility Locating US Edition online course is designed to expand your understanding and ability to locate underground utilities including electric power, gas distribution, and telecommunications. This course, developed in collaboration with industry experts, provides a comprehensive understanding of the theory and practical applications of utility locates, adhering to all relevant regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is beneficial for anyone tasked with the responsibility of locating underground utilities. It provides a solid foundation in the e-learning locator training.
Module 1 – Introduction to Utility Advanced Line Locating
- Describe underground (buried) facilities and ground disturbance.
Module 2 – Locator Requests & Locator Responsibilities
- Identify locate requests.
- Identify Locator responsibilities.
Module 3 – Locating Procedures
- Explain locating procedures.
Module 4 – Locating Fundamentals
- Describe the theory of electromagnetic locating.
- Explain frequencies and transmitter signals.
- Explain receiver signals and antenna configurations.
- Discuss signal distortion.
Approximately 2 hours
Tests will be conducted throughout this online course to reinforce the knowledge acquired. A minimum score of 80% is required to obtain a completion certificate. If the minimum score is not achieved, participants can retake the course as many times as needed.
Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and printing. The certificate is valid for 3 years from the course completion date indicated on the certificate.
Course Details
Course Length
This course will take roughly 120 minutes
Passing Mark
To pass this training course, you need to score 80% or higher on the quiz
Certificate
Upon the successful completion of this course a certificate with your name will be stored on your profile and available to print
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