SA011 - Locate and Clear Blockages in Utilities

This accreditation assesses a learner’s ability to work effectively in a construction utility environment. Learners will be able to demonstrate safe methods for locating and clearing blockages in the telecoms utility pipe networks when working on utilities infrastructure.

Course Aims

• Know the processes, regulations and legislations associated with working safely in locate and clear blockages in utilities
• Know the procedures, tools, equipment, and materials for excavation for locate and clear blockages in utilities, including excavation and reinstate surfaces on utility network plant
• Be able to carry out locate pipe blockage including excavation surfaces on utility network plant
• Be able to carry out clear and repair pipe blockage including reinstating surfaces on utility network plant

Accreditation

Industry accreditation

Pre-requisite

This accreditation is available to anyone over the age of 16 who is capable of reaching the required standard. There are no barriers that restrict access or progression thereby promoting equal opportunity. It is expected however that learners will have a level of literacy adequate to cope with the assessment.