BIS Safety Software Canada

BIS Safety Software

Line Locating and Marking

This online utility line locating and marking training course teaches safe excavation practices, the one-call process, hazard prevention, and emergency response where participants will gain practical skills through real-world scenarios.

Line Locating and Marking

Course Overview

Every day, people rely on hidden networks of underground utilities to power homes, deliver clean water, carry communications, and transport energy. While burying infrastructure keeps communities safe and organized, it also means that excavation work, whether digging a trench, planting a tree, or starting a major construction project can expose workers and the public to serious risks if utilities are struck.

This course provides a detailed introduction to utility line locating and marking procedures. Learners will gain the skills to recognize buried facilities, understand the one-call process, and use safe digging practices to avoid costly and hazardous incidents. Real-world scenarios, troubleshooting strategies, and safety guidelines help reinforce key lessons and ensure compliance with Canadian regulations.

Course Topics

Participants will gain practical skills and safety knowledge in:

  • Underground infrastructure and its importance
  • Roles and responsibilities in the locate process
  • Excavation requirements and one-call centers
  • Locate requests, colour codes, and documentation
  • Utility locating technologies (passive, active, radar, electronic markers)
  • Equipment setup and use
  • Troubleshooting, conflicts, and common errors
  • Safety practices and PPE requirements
  • Outdoor work hazards and weather safety
  • Excavation best practices and tolerance zones
  • Emergency response to damaged utilities
  • Post-incident investigation and reporting
Online Course Duration

The Line Locating and Marking Training Online program takes about 60 minutes, making it concise yet highly informative for workers and safety professionals.

Pass Mark

The pass mark for this course is 80%. Learners can make 3 attempts to pass the course before it must be reassigned.

Certificate Of Completion

Upon completion of this course, learners will receive a certificate of completion.

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Course Details

Course Length

This course will take roughly 60 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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