For work potentially involving excavation around live underground services, a ground penetrating radar survey using (GPR) technology is ideal for identifying what’s underground prior to excavation. Using a two tool approach, assessingRead More…
Portable Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) technology has existed for decades, but it wasn’t until recent years it became used for subsurface functions such as locating. In the past few years, GPR has becomeRead More…
Ground penetrating radar systems are becoming increasingly popular when it comes to identifying potential safety hazards underground. But what exactly are GPR surveys?
Cables strikes were in the news again recently, with another major construction company seeing fines handed down for failing to safely manage a project involving underground utilities. The Health and Safety Executive’sRead More…
When it comes to undertaking safe utilities excavation, its essential contractors are aware of the health and safety risks. Information commissioned by the Health and Safety Executive, identifies 3 basic considerations when workingRead More…