Ground Disturbance Level II - Alberta Online Certification Training
Description
Our Ground Disturbance Level II Alberta course allows you to gain an understanding of essential best practices, provincial and federal regulations, and certification needed for safe ground disturbance operations. This training will help ensure that personnel can identify and mitigate hazards at a supervisory level. These include trench and excavation cave-ins, hitting buried facilities, and the many dangers that electrical, gas, water, and all other active and inactive buried facilities present.
This is a joint program developed by Danatec and the Global Training Centre. The course meets the Ground Disturbance 201 Standard (AB). Officially endorsed by Utility Safety Partners (USP), formerly known as Alberta Common Ground Alliance (ABCGA), assuring industry-leading credibility and regulatory compliance.
Course Highlights:
Gold Seal Eligibility: This course is eligible for 2 Gold Seal Certification Credits from the Canadian Construction Association.
Industry-Endorsed Certification: Meets Alberta’s Ground Disturbance 201 Standard. Certification is valid for 3 years upon successful completion.
Interactive Learning: Engaging, self-paced content featuring interactive exercises, 3D animated scenarios, competency checks, a glossary, and toolbox of regulations, codes, and guides.
Alberta-Specific Jurisdictional Module: Understand regional requirements clearly. This includes getting approvals, crossing agreements, and line locating. Also, clarify sources when searching for underground facilities. Follow damage prevention requirements.
Flexible Learning: Access your course 24/7 on mobile, tablet or desktop devices.
Immediate Same-Day Certification: Obtain a printable, non-transferable industry-recognized certificate and Digital Badge immediately upon completion. Certification is valid for 3 years.
Live Support: Expert assistance Monday to Friday, 7 am to 5 pm MST.
Course Outline
Danatec’s Ground Disturbance Level II Alberta training course consists of three comprehensive modules:
Ground Disturbance Level I Refresher
Introduction to Ground Disturbance
Damage Prevention: Who, How, and Why?
What is Ground Disturbance?
My Role as a Ground Disturber
Understanding the Hazards
- Ground Disturbance Level II Core Training
Introduction to Ground Disturbance Level II
Identifying Damage Prevention Stakeholders
Why Do Hits Occur? Understanding root causes
Effective Pre-Job Planning Strategies
How to Clarify Sources When Searching for Buried Facilities
Required Notifications and Line Locating Procedures
Executing the Ground Disturbance Safely
Completing Ground Disturbance Activities
Practical Exercise – Conducting a Ground Disturbance
- Alberta Jurisdictional Module
- Detailed review of Alberta-specific practices and regulations involved
- Final Exam
- Learners must achieve a passing mark of 80% to receive a certificate of completion. You have three attempts to successfully pass the final exam.
Who Should Enroll?
Supervisors overseeing ground disturbance operations
Workers independently performing ground disturbances
Personnel responsible for issuing and managing ground disturbance permits
Safety coordinators ensuring regulatory compliance
If your job doesn't involve supervising or performing ground disturbances, consider taking the Ground Disturbance Level I online course. Training for other provinces: We offer supervisory-level ground disturbance in 3 other provinces!
Add-On certification options:
Do you work across provincial borders? Save significant money and training time, while achieving full knowledge and certifications in multiple provinces.
Ground Disturbance Level II® British Columbia Online (Add-on Certification)
Ground Disturbance Level II® Saskatchewan Online (Add-on Certification)
Ground Disturbance Level II® Manitoba Online (Add-on Certification)
Provincial bundles:
Certify yourself throughout Western Canada with our 4 provincial programs, in less than 10 hours and with significant cost savings.
Ground Disturbance Level II® - Alberta, British Columbia, and Manitoba
Ground Disturbance Level II® - British Columbia and Manitoba
Frequently Asked Questions
Ground disturbance is any type of activity that disturbs the ground. Some examples include:
Excavating
Trenching and tunneling
Peat or topsoil removal or clearing
Backfilling
Plowing
Quarrying
Grading
Land leveling
Clearing
Daylighting
What is Ground Disturbance Level II – Alberta training?
Ground Disturbance Level II is advanced safety training for individuals who supervise, independently manage, or issue permits for ground disturbance activities. It covers comprehensive safety practices, regulatory compliance specific to Alberta, and damage prevention strategies.
Is this Ground Disturbance Level II training recognized in Alberta?
Yes, our Ground Disturbance Level II Alberta training meets the USP Ground Disturbance 201 Standard (AB). It is also fully endorsed by Utility Safety Partners, ensuring compliance with all provincial requirements.
Who should enroll in the Ground Disturbance Level II – Alberta course?
This course is designed specifically for supervisors, individual workers, permit issuers and receivers, safety managers, and anyone responsible for overseeing ground disturbances in Alberta.
How long does the Ground Disturbance Level II certification last?
Your Ground Disturbance Level II certification is valid for 3 years. After this period, recertification is required to maintain compliance.
What happens if I don’t pass the final exam?
You have up to three attempts to achieve a passing grade of 80%. Our course is designed to ensure you fully understand the material and are prepared for real-world scenarios.
Do you offer bulk discounts?
Yes! We provide great discounts for bulk orders to help train your entire team with confidence. Our enterprise solutions make it easy to share training, track progress, and send reminders for certification renewals. Keep your employees trained with ease and efficiency. Call us toll-free at 1-800-465-3366 or email sales@danatec.com to learn more.