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Events
2025 ORCGA DAMAGE PREVENTION SYMPOSIUM February 11-13, 2025, The Westin Downtown Ottawa  THANK YOU TO ALL THE ATTENDEES AND SPEAKERS FOR HELPING TO MAKE THIS YEAR'S EVENT A HUGE SUCCESS
THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS!
This event would not be possible without your support!
Congratulations to all our 2024 Excavator of the Year Winners
Congratulations to our 2024 Achievement Award Winners!
Education
The DPT 1000 is a 4-week comprehensive classroom / in-field practical training required for locators if locating large and established utilities, including dedicated locators (DL) 2 weeks - In Class 2 week - In-Field Practical Training Dates: TBD To register and for additional information, contact: Kimberly Sheppard 905.532.9836  Damage Prevention Technician Training (DPT100 and DPT200) provides instruction on the fundamentals of locating. The DPT training is focused on a combination of in-class instruction (in-depth review of techniques used to locate all utility types, safety, locate requests and industry practices), field awareness review and an on-the-job competency assessment.
Visit orcga.com for more information.
 The Safe Excavation Training (SET) course sets the standard on damage prevention and safe excavation practices around underground infrastructure. It is the knowledge requirement for excavators in Ontario. Excavators who successfully complete the training will be awarded the Safe Excavation Certificate, demonstrating they know best practices and proper procedures to minimize damage, ensure worker and public safety, and keep projects on time and on budget. They enhance their own and their company's reputation as professionals dedicated to the health of the industry and the public.
Developed by the ORCGA in consultation with numerous subject matter experts and corporate training experts Flint Learning Solutions, this training is based on the latest research and resources on excavation best practices, legislation and standards. It provides instruction on the fundamentals of compliance, planning and design, notification service, locating and marking, and excavation The SET is an interactive four-hour technical/theory course. Visit orcga.com for more information
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