Utility Strike Prevention Course (USP)

Utility Strike Prevention Course (USP)

Plan Better. Work Safer. Prevent Utility Strikes.

7 Hours face-to-face
Quote on request

The Utility Strike Prevention (USP) Course is a specialised damage prevention program designed to help civil contractors better manage the risks associated with working around underground utilities. Developed in collaboration with a Tier 1 civil contractor, this interactive one-day course provides practical guidance on planning and undertaking work safely around underground infrastructure.

Through a combination of industry best practices, practical techniques, utility representative sessions and real-world scenarios, participants develop a stronger understanding of utility risk management and safe decision-making in the field.

Utility strike incidents continue to occur across Australia, with many incidents going unreported and national damage data highlighting an ongoing risk to underground infrastructure. This training supports organisations and workers in strengthening safe work practices, reducing the likelihood of utility strikes and helping to protect people, projects and critical infrastructure.

Courses can be delivered Australia-wide and tailored to suit your workforce, location and operational requirements.

Ready to attend?
Whether you are an individual looking to attend a scheduled course or an organisation seeking training for your workforce, we can help. Group bookings and onsite delivery options are available to support your operational and training requirements.

Contact us at [email protected] or call 1300 340 017 to register your interest, secure your place or discuss upcoming course availability and tailored training options.

Places are subject to course availability and minimum participant numbers.

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Course Outline

No scheduled course dates are currently available. Additional sessions are scheduled based on demand. Please contact us to register your interest or request upcoming dates.

This course has been designed in conjunction with a Tier 1 civil contractor, for civil contractors. It is ideal for anyone involved in planning and delivering ground-disturbing work including:

  • Project Engineers
  • Project Managers
  • Site Managers
  • Site Supervisors
  • HSEQ and Compliance Personnel

This course can be tailored to suit your organisations needs, and can include:

  • In-depth explanation and analysis of utility plans
  • Understanding the AS 5488 Classification of Subsurface Utilities, and why it’s important
  • Specialist sessions with utility representatives (e.g. power, gas and telecommunications) to discuss real site excavation issues, worker safety and answer any of your questions
  • Presentation of a risk management template for efficient utility location

One-day face-to-face presentation with breaks. Recommended for up to 12 participants. Participants receive a Certificate of Completion

Pricing is available on request. Contact us to discuss scheduled course attendance or group training options.

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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.

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