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UTILITY ADVANCED LINE LOCATING
This online utility locator training course is aimed at developing knowledge and skills associated with locating underground utilities (electric power, gas distribution, and telecommunications). This utility locator training course provides an Underground Facility Locator (UFL) advanced solutions to abnormal operating conditions (AOC’s).
This e-learning utility locator training course was developed with input from industry subject matter experts. It details the necessary methods and procedures to safely perform utility locates as per applicable regulatory requirements, acts and industry best practices.
Included in this utility locator training course: Online quizzes and a final exam. Certificate and wallet card issued upon successful completion.
Who Should Take This Course?
Anyone who is responsible for locating underground utilities will benefit from this e-learning underground utility locator training course.
Learning Outcomes
By taking this online utility locator training course, you will gain an understanding of the active, passive, advanced, and uncommon underground utility locating methods, as well as the regulations surrounding the operation of the equipment.
*This certificate is valid for 3 years. Individuals or employers may use their best judgment to set their own expiration period from within their training account.
| Average Duration: 8 Hours | |
| Digital & Printable Certificate | |
| Plastic Proof Of Training Card Available | |
| Unlimited Exam Attempts | |
| Accepted Across Canada | |
| Valid for 3+ Years* | |
| Self-Paced. Available 24/7 | |
| Available on All Major Devices | |
| Live Student Support | |
| Permanent Record of Training | |
| User Management Tools Available |
Course Outline
1. Fundamentals of Locating
Module 1 goes over the basics of line locating, which includes the tools used and how to properly use them, operations pre and post line locating, rules and regulations, as well as common hazards and personal protective equipment.
2. Active Locating Methods
Module 2 provides an overview of the three active methods of locating utilities. The three methods include Direct Hook-Up, Inductive Clamp, and the inductive method.
3. Passive Locating Methods
Module 3 provides an overview of the passive methods of locating underground utilities. The three methods overviewed in this section are radio modes, live cable modes, and cathodic protection system (CPS) modes.
4. Advanced Locating Methods
Module 4 provides an overview of the five advanced methods of line locating, which includes parallel line checks, basic sweeping methods, multi-angle sweeping, 360-degree sweeps, and the ALL method.
5. Unconventional Locating Methods
Module 5 provides an overview of the three main unconventional methods of locating underground utilities, which includes the Point A to B method, the Measurement method, and the Visual Evidence method. You will also go over verification processes, risks, and hazards.
6. Obstacles and Problem Solving
Module 6 goes over the most common obstacles you will encounter while locating utility and gas lines underground, as well as provide you with the knowledge on how to solve any problems you may encounter.
Bulk Discounts. Free Tools.
Depending on how many training credits you purchase, you may receive a discount. Once purchased, training credits may be used to assign training to users in your account or held for future use.
In addition to the training that you purchase, you will also have access to a number of free training management tools. These tools allow you to add and manage users in your account, distribute training courses, view training progress, print certificates, view records of training, and create customized certification reports to ensure your users are always in compliance.
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