Locate Underground
Services Course
Acquire the expertise to confidently and safely locate underground services with precision and efficiency through our specialized training course
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Why Choose COVE?
Our courses prepare you for positions that are in demand right now. A COVE qualification leads you to meaningful employment in booming industries.
COVE trainers are experienced, engaging educators who know their content from first-hand experience. Work with a team that is dedicated to your success!
This course will teach you how to:
- Understanding and applying Australian standards and documentation required for identifying, locating, and protecting underground services and confirming work activity is compliant
- Identifying hazards and environmental issues, assessing risks, and implementing control measures
- Identifying and adhering to traffic signage requirements
- Selecting equipment and tools required for service locating works
- Using visual and physical means to inspect sites for services and utilities prior to commencing construction
- Generating reports of underground service location
- Establishing clearance distances and isolating work as required to safety requirements
- Advising operators undertaking construction of requirements for asset and utility protection according to service and utility owners’ requirements
- Clean up
- Finalising and processing written records as required
Located Underground Services Course Structure
RIICCM202E – Identify, locate and protect underground services
Damage to our underground infrastructure can be expensive and potentially very dangerous. Being able to identify these assets is critical for anyone involved in excavating in a civil construction environment.
Underground services are those services such as gas, electricity, internet, and telephone that are required for modern life. It is a requirement that all attempts are made to locate these services before using worksite equipment that may cut or damage these services. Most states and territories have a Dial Before You Dig style provision that can be used to provide information and plans to assist in identifying where underground service and cables are located.
Available Locations
You can complete this course at our Dandenong location where you will learn in a classroom and within practical settings, plus it is available on weekends. We also offer onsite training for groups with a minimum booking of six (6) participants.
Career Options
This course opens your career options to numerous roles including
plumbing, road maintenance, and construction.
Obtaining Your License
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be provided with a wallet card and statement of attainment.
Pre-Requisites
- Applicants must be at least 18 years of age
- Participants must be able to converse and comprehend basic English
- Applicants will be required to undertake pre-course reading and an activity book to ensure an understanding of the learning content that will be reviewed in the class contact time. These materials will be supplied to the students upon enrolment and payment of the course.
- COVE Training does not have CRICOS accreditation and is unable to train students on an ‘International Student’ VISA.
Assessment Process
This course incorporates a variety of assessment tasks throughout and may include:
- Practical assessment
- Oral questioning
- Written test
- Work-based activities
- Simulated project-based activity
FAQs
Who needs to do this course?
The Locate Underground Services Course is valuable for a wide range of professionals.
Take a look at our drop-down list to find your profession and why it is important for you to gain these skills.
Professionals involved in designing buildings and structures need to be aware of underground services to ensure their plans align with existing infrastructure.
Workers responsible for road maintenance and repair may need to identify and protect underground services when carrying out excavation or construction work.
Individuals working in the telecommunications industry who install or repair cables and infrastructure underground.
Those installing or repairing HVAC systems may encounter underground services and need to take precautions.
Employees involved in maintaining and upgrading railway tracks and infrastructure need to be aware of underground services that may be present along the railway corridors.
Professionals dealing with soil and rock mechanics need to consider underground services when conducting site investigations and assessments.
Workers installing solar panels, wind turbines, or other renewable energy infrastructure may encounter underground services during the installation process.
Workers involved in drilling or boring operations, such as those in the geotechnical or oil and gas industries, should be trained to identify and protect underground services.
Students in fields related to construction management, civil engineering, environmental science, and related disciplines may take this course as part of their academic curriculum.
Those involved in construction projects where digging or excavation is required.
Individuals working for utility companies responsible for maintaining and repairing underground services such as water, gas, electricity, and telecommunications.
Professionals involved in land surveying who need to be aware of underground services to prevent damage during their work.
People involved in landscaping projects that may involve digging or excavation.
Teams responsible for digging or excavating in various projects.
Professionals involved in designing and planning construction projects.
Those responsible for ensuring safety on construction sites and other areas where excavation takes place.
Professionals who specialise in using various tools and technologies to locate and mark the positions of underground utilities. This includes cable locators, ground-penetrating radar, and electromagnetic equipment.
Those responsible for managing facilities and properties where knowledge of underground services is crucial for maintenance and development.
Employees of local government or municipal departments involved in public works, infrastructure maintenance, and construction projects.
Individuals working in environmental consulting may need to understand underground services to assess potential environmental impacts or contamination risks.
Firefighters, police, and other emergency responders may benefit from this training to ensure safety during emergencies involving underground services.
Professionals responsible for enforcing safety regulations on construction sites and ensuring compliance with guidelines related to working near underground services.
Individuals involved in planning and developing land for residential, commercial, or industrial purposes need to be aware of underground services to avoid disruptions and ensure the integrity of existing infrastructure.
Those overseeing construction projects must understand the importance of identifying and protecting underground services to avoid delays, additional costs, and safety issues.
What do I need to start the Locate Underground Services Course?
COVE Training will provide all students with the resources required to do this course.
How do I book the courses?
COVE offers a range of available course times so training works with your schedule. Just give us a call on 03 8773 9000 and let us know when would suit you and we’ll do the rest! You can also book directly on our Course Calendar
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Trainer was efficient, friendly and helpful. Everything we needed to achieve was accomplished.
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It was my second time at Cove. Cosi was my trainer and he was supportive and provided guidance to make my day as smooth and productive as possible. Will definitely return for further training.
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Excellent deliver by Peter – he is 100% knowledgeable and he is efficient in the way he delivers his course. Well structured and keep you engaged.
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