Description:
Damage Prevention Foundations covers core damage prevention concepts needed by anyone involved in planning or executing field work that could impact existing underground facilities, to protect people, the environment, and property. New and seasoned damage prevention practitioners will also deepen their understanding of the wider Damage Prevention community and how their role contributes to their shared goals.

This course was developed with industry partners, guided by the Damage Prevention Competency Standards within the Canadian Pipeline Competency System, and expanded to suit a wide range of industry sectors, roles, and experience levels.

Course Topics

1. Introduction to the types of underground infrastructure and their varying risk profiles 
2. Exploration of key stakeholders, emphasizing damage prevention as a shared responsibility. 
3. Overview of the causes and consequences of damage, and the procedural and administrative mechanisms that protect underground facilities. 
4. Discussion of the central role of industry associations in facilitating collaboration and consensus in a multi-sector, multi-jurisdictional environment.
5. Scenario-based self-assessments throughout the course illustrate practical realities and challenges while reinforcing key concepts. 

Quick Facts

• Recommended pre-requisites: None
• Format: Online
• Estimated Learning Time: 1-2 Hours (Self-paced)
• Course Material Access: 90 Days