Ground Disturbance Level II

Learn how to safely complete ground disturbance work and avoid a potential pipeline hit.

Global Training Centre
In Person
8 hours
 

In just one year in the province of Alberta, there were more than 30,000 reported line hits involving gas, electric, water-sewage and fibre optics. How many go unreported? The cost-related effects of so many line hits every year are incredible. More important are the many ground disturbance fatalities that have occurred over the past few years, taking lives unnecessarily.

Length of Course: 8 hours

Certification

  • Global Training Centre
  • ABCGA Standard 201 Ground Disturbance – Supervisory
  • ABCGA (Alberta common ground alliance) Endorsed
  • Recognized by Workplace Health & Safety
  • Valid 3 years

Course Outline

  • What is Ground Disturbance?
  • What is an Underground Facility?
  • Code of Practice for Ground Disturbances
  • Undertaking a Ground Disturbance
  • Sources for Finding Underground Facilities
  • Notification to Facility Owner
  • Approvals/Crossing Agreements
  • Regulations
  • Line Locating
  • Exposure
  • Backfill Inspections
  • Permits and Pre-job Meetings
  • Emergency Response Plans

Ground Disturbance Level II offers the student a complete understanding of what a Ground Disturbance really is and how to undertake a Ground Disturbance. Your Ground Disturbance course will take you through the Pipeline Act and Regulations. You will become certified in the supervision of Ground Disturbance activities. Whether you are a backhoe operator, surveyor, environmental engineer or are preparing to build your own deck or fence on your own property, this course will give you the tools and knowledge to safely complete the work and avoid a potential pipeline hit. The course we teach is Global Training Certified assuring full recognition in all industries.

It was developed in consultation with industry stakeholders and the Government. This committee ensures quality control of the program.

Ground Disturbance II
January 27 / 8am - 4pm
9/28

(BC Addendum) Ground Disturbance II
January 27 / 4pm - 6pm
0/20

Ground Disturbance II
February 05 / 8am - 4pm
5/28

(BC Addendum) Ground Disturbance II
February 05 / 4pm - 6pm
0/20

Ground Disturbance II
February 11 / 8am - 4pm
6/28

(BC Addendum) Ground Disturbance II
February 11 / 4pm - 6pm
0/20

Ground Disturbance II
February 19 / 8am - 4pm
1/28

(BC Addendum) Ground Disturbance II
February 19 / 4pm - 6pm
0/20

Ground Disturbance II
February 25 / 8am - 4pm
0/28

(BC Addendum) Ground Disturbance II
February 25 / 4pm - 6pm
0/20

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January 27
8:00am - 4:00pm
Ground Disturbance II
9/28

January 27
4:00pm - 6:00pm
(BC Addendum) Ground Disturbance II
0/20

February 05
8:00am - 4:00pm
Ground Disturbance II
5/28

February 05
4:00pm - 6:00pm
(BC Addendum) Ground Disturbance II
0/20

Why Students Choose Ground Disturbance Level II

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Anonymous
“I liked the scenarios and the chance to practice ‘real life’ situations- it’s way more effective in solidifying the steps than just reading.”
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Anonymous
“Really liked the visual/hands on part of the course. Also very much appreciated the instructor's helpfulness, positive attitude and her knowledge.”
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Anonymous
“Very engaging and thorough. The instructor was outstanding - extremely lively, knowledgeable and inspired confidence. Also a good combination of book and practical training.”
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Anonymous
“The instructor made me feel free to ask questions. Her examples and illustrations were clear and concise...She is gifted in making an otherwise dry subject interesting!”

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