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Leading the way in underground asset safety

With a national reach and a mission to reduce underground utility strikes, CERTLOC is delivering tailored training and certification programs that are reshaping safety practices across Australia.

October, 2025 News

CERTLOC, formerly known as DBYD Certification, has emerged as a nationally recognised, not-for-profit industry partner committed to reducing risk, enhancing safety, and upholding industry standards. Through specialised training and certification programs, CERTLOC empowers individuals and organisations to safely and accurately locate underground assets, reduce utility strikes, and promote safe excavation practices. As the national certification […]

Locating Tools and Equipment: Going Beyond the Basics

There’s more to locating tools and equipment than just an EMF locator.

July, 2025 In the field, News

The effective location of underground services requires not only good plan reading and problem-solving skills but also the use of specialised tools to enhance accuracy and reliability. While we are all familiar with the standard EMF locator, incorporating additional tools and equipment can help you adapt to diverse job requirements and significantly improve outcomes for your clients.

Elevating Industry Standards

Introducing CERTLOC - a World-Leading Certified Locator Institute

September, 2024 News

As leading Australian safety and utility damage prevention advocates, the renowned global leader formerly known as DBYD Certification Ltd (DCL) has rebranded to CERTLOC. As a Certified Locator Institute, CERTLOC is making a significant leap towards improving underground location services and qualification standards in Australia. CERTLOC led by Robert Row, has been a CEO of […]

Meet Australia’s First Female Certified Locator Assessor

A lot can change in a year, and it certainly has for Gabrielle Johnson

March, 2023 News

A lot can change in a year, and it certainly has for Gabrielle Johnson. A year ago we profiled Gabby as one of the eight female Certified Locators in Australia. This year we’re excited to share Gabby's appointment as the first female assessor for the Certified Locator program!

CERTLOC LTD is ISO 9001 certified

CERTLOC is proud to have achieved ISO 9001 Certification of quality management system standards for the provision of the Certified Locator, Certified Locating Organisation Program, the delivery of the Pre-Excavation Management Course and Skills Development Program.