dig safe training
Certification Training for contractors, excavators, landscapers, public works employees
Definitions (as defined by RCW 19.122)
Responsibilities Before Excavation
Responsibilities After Marks on the Ground
Maintaining of Marks
Excavator and Facility Operator Rights
Damage
Classroom Education
Join us for our in-person classroom training with our expert instructors to get Dig Safe certified. Half day training walks you through the course and allows for plenty of interaction with our trainers to get all questions answered and to make sure you know the laws.
NUCA Member: $90
Non-NUCA Member: $110
Online Education
Dig Safe Online Certification is a 100% online certification course that you can take at your own pace. Complete all lessons and quizzes and you will be Dig Safe Certified at the end. Need more hands-on teaching? Request office hours from our Dig Safe trainers to review the materials. This class opens Feb 1st! Click here for FAQ.
NUCA Member: FREE
Non-NUCA Member: $75
Virtual Classroom Education
For a limited time we will be offering live classroom training virtually online. Get the same in-person training from the comforts of your own home / office.
NUCA Member: $70
Non-NUCA Member: $90
Overview
NUCA of Washington’s “Dig-Safe Certification Program” provides training to contractors, excavators, landscapers, public works employees – anyone working with or around pipelines and underground utilities – to perform best digging practices adhering to Call Before You Dig Law (RCW 19.122) that went into effect January 1, 2013. The certification process will identify companies and field personnel who have taken the time to go through dig safe digging practice training and understanding local and national laws relative to pipeline and underground preservation and safety.
WHy TAKE THIS COURSE?
NUCA of Washington has made contact with local pipeline and utility companies notifying them of this program. Our goal is to build recognition and promote NUCA of Washington’s certified Dig Safe contractors/excavators as competent, responsible, and knowledgeable. Be on the list of Certified Contractors/Excavators/Owners when local pipeline and utility companies emphasize Dig Safe training as part of their bidding criteria! Upon Completion of the Dig-Safe Certification Course and passing a quick review of topics covered, participants will receive both a Certificate of Completion and an ID card indicating successful completion of the training. Certifications are good for 2 years a which time a re-certification course may be taken for renewal.
In-Person Classroom Course
Email Fawn Wilson or call 206-338-7381 to find out about the next in-person class
Virtual In-Person Course
Email Fawn Wilson or call 206-338-7381 to find out about the next in-person class