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Ground Disturbance – 4 Hours
This course is designed for those responsible for performing ground disturbance activities in BC. The prevention of damage to buried facilities forms the main intent of this training. The following main topics will be covered:
Identify and define ground disturbance
Describe regulations associated with ground disturbance
Describe the responsibilities for owners and ground disturbers
Describe the hazards of ground disturbance
How to plan and proceed with a ground disturbance event.
Sloping and shoring requirements.
Reporting Incidents
Duration
4 Hours
Method of Instruction
Classroom/Practical Exercises
Max Class Size
12 Students
EOCP CEU's
0.4
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NOTE: All courses can be tailored to include company specific information
Course Outline / Syllabus
1. Ground disturbance, ground disturber and buried facility defined
2. Regulatory Requirements
3. Ground disturber responsibilities
4. Facility Owner / Project prime contractor Responsibilities
5. Supervisor Responsibilities
6. Ground Disturber Responsibilities
7. Hazards
Cave-ins
Engulfments
Falls
Flooding
Confined Space
Atmospheric (gas, dusts, low oxygen)
Contact with Buried Utilities
Overhead Hazards
Asbestos/Silica
Communication Cables
Sewer/Water Mains and Services
8. Planning
B.C. One Call
Pre-project Hazard Assessments
Site Safety Management Plan
Emergency Response Plan
Toolbox/Safety Meeting
9. Proper Exposure Techniques
10. Sloping and Shoring
11. Reporting Incidents