Training Opportunities

 Site documentation training equips field professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to accurately record and manage critical site information during utility investigations, damage incidents, and repair management. This training focuses on best practices for collecting, organizing, and preserving data, including photographic evidence, field notes, utility markings, sketches, and digital records. Proper site documentation is essential for reducing liability in the event of disputes or incidents. 

 Utility avoidance training is designed to equip field professionals with the knowledge and techniques necessary to safely and effectively prevent damage to underground utilities during excavation, construction, or other ground-disturbing activities. Focusing on understanding utility locating processes, interpreting utility maps and markings, recognizing potential hazards, and following industry best practices for excavation safety. Participants learn about advanced locating technologies, compliance with local and federal regulations, and strategies to minimize risk to critical infrastructure. 

 Utility locate technician training provides individuals with the skills and knowledge required to accurately identify and mark underground utilities. This training covers a range of essential topics, including understanding utility systems, interpreting utility maps, using advanced locating equipment such as electromagnetic locators and ground-penetrating radar (GPR), and adhering to industry standards and regulations like the Common Ground Alliance (CGA) best practices. Participants also learn about safety protocols and troubleshooting techniques.