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Online Ground Disturbance Training
This online digging awareness course is endorsed by the Alberta Common Ground Alliance (ABCGA). It is designed for planners, managers, supervisors, and employees who will perform any type of ground disturbance. Upon successful completion of this online ground disturbance training, participants will be able to:
- Identify and define ground disturbance.
- Describe the hazards associated with ground disturbance.
- Understand which permits and agreements will be required.
- Describe how to locate and identify underground facilities.
- Describe regulations associated with ground disturbance.
- Understand the responsibilities of owners and the responsibilities of ground disturbers.
- Describe the safety requirements for ground disturbance.
Digging Awareness Course Topics
- Damage prevention.
- Ground disturbance planning.
- Preparing for ground disturbance procedures.
- The execution and completion of a ground disturbance.
Online Ground Disturbance Training Duration
This online digging awareness course requires approximately 5 hours to complete. It can be started, paused, and resumed as needed, allowing users to complete sections of it when their schedule allows. Virtual Proctoring: This course has a virtual proctoring option to ensure that participants fully complete the course. Please note that a webcam is required to record the training session.
Assessment and Completion
Testing is conducted throughout this online ground disturbance training to reinforce the knowledge presented. A score of at least 80% must be achieved to pass the course. If this mark is not obtained on the first attempt, two additional attempts will be granted. Upon passing the course, a certificate of completion is made available for downloading and printing. This certificate is valid for 3 years.
Universal Compatibility
This course has been designed to ensure complete functionality on most Apple, Android, and Windows-based devices.
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