When it goes wrong

Damage investigation

3 things filed against this subject, in every format the Bureau holds.

Articles

Four Behaviours That Can Cause Cable Strikes on Site

Most strikes trace back to four things people do — or skip — during the pre-excavation survey. Knowing what causes them is the first step to preventing one.

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Utility Strike Prevention: A Guide for Site Managers

Pre-dig procedure, training, supervision and what to do in the hour after a strike — written for the person running the site rather than the person holding the CAT.

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USAG Utility Strike Investigation Form

The form the Super User course teaches you to complete after a strike. Fill it in while the excavation is still open and the detail is still known.

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