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Ground Disturbance 101

This web-based course endorsed by Utility Safety Partners (USP), previously known as Alberta Common Ground Alliance (ABCGA), is tailor-made for operators, workers, and staff members who need an understanding of ground disturbance practices, but who won't be overseeing or planning ground disturbance projects. The option for virtual proctoring is available upon purchase.

APERÇU DU COURS

The Ground Disturbance 101 course is backed by Utility Safety Partners (USP), which was previously known as the Alberta Common Ground Alliance (ABCGA). Cliquez ici to see the endorsement certificate dated August 5, 2022.

This online Ground Disturbance 101 course, endorsed by Utility Safety Partners (USP), is tailor-made for operators, workers, and staff members who need an understanding of ground disturbance practices but who won’t be tasked with overseeing or managing ground disturbance projects. For those seeking training at a supervisory level, please search for “Ground Disturbance 201” in the field above.

Upon successful completion of this Ground Disturbance 101 course, you should be able to:

Understand the significance of preventing damage
Recognise the major stakeholders in ground disturbance
Define what ground disturbance is
Identify potential ground disturbance hazards and how to control them
Understand the importance of having emergency response plans
Describe the processes for notification, locating, and marking of buried facilities
Explain techniques and hazards of hand exposure
Understand procedures for backfilling
Know what to do if damage occurs

The Ground Disturbance 101 course content and examination criteria are on par with a classroom delivered course that is endorsed to the Utility Safety Partners (USP) Ground Disturbance 101 Standard. Virtual proctoring is available upon purchase.

SUJETS DU COURS

Chapter 1: Damage Prevention

The importance of damage prevention
Buried facility damage and its consequences
Ground disturbance stakeholders
Worker training and competency

Chapter 2: Ground Disturbance Planning

The definition of ground disturbance
Codes of practice
Ground disturbance hazards and hazard assessments
Plans d'intervention d'urgence

Chapter 3: Preparing for a Ground Disturbance

The requirements for conducting a search
The notification process
Locating buried facilities
Marking buried facilities

Chapter 4: The Execution and Completion of a Ground Disturbance

Ground disturbance permits
Pre-job meetings and tailgate meetings
Hand exposure of buried facilities
Backfill requirements
Damage reporting

DURÉE DU COURS EN LIGNE

The course duration is approximately 75 minutes

Note de passage

A minimum score of 80% is required to pass this course. The final exam can be attempted three times to achieve the passing score.

CERTIFICAT DE RÉALISATION

Upon successful completion of this online Ground Disturbance 101 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.

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CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS

This course is eligible for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for the Water and Wastewater Operator Certification Program in the following provinces:

Alberta CEU value: 0.3

Alberta legislation mandates that certain water and wastewater facilities have certified operators. As such, the Water and Wastewater Operator Certification Program was created to ensure proper operation and maintenance of water and wastewater facilities. For more information on the Water and Wastewater Operator Certification Program, click ici.

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