Training & Education
Damage Prevention Training
Equipping crews, supervisors, and project managers with the knowledge to prevent utility strikes before they happen.
Prevention Is Always Less Costly Than Response
The majority of utility damage incidents are preventable. UDI's training programs are built on more than 30 years of field experience and a deep understanding of where and why strikes occur. We bring that knowledge directly to your team — whether on the jobsite, in the office, or in a classroom setting.
Training Programs
Purpose-built programs for every role on the project — from the crew in the trench to the PM in the office.
Crew-Level Damage Prevention
Hands-on training designed for the people doing the digging. We cover safe excavation practices, how to read and respect utility marks, hand-digging requirements, and what to do when something unexpected is encountered underground.
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Project Manager Awareness Program
Supervisors and PMs carry significant liability exposure when utility incidents occur on their watch. This program focuses on pre-construction planning, one-call compliance, documentation responsibilities, and how to build a culture of damage prevention across a project team.
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Utility Owner Training
Utility owners have unique obligations when it comes to locating, marking, and protecting their infrastructure. This program helps utility owners understand their responsibilities under state and federal regulations and how to reduce damage to their systems.
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Custom & On-Site Training
Every organization is different. UDI can develop a custom training program tailored to your specific operations, project types, geographic region, and risk profile — and deliver it on-site at your facility or jobsite.
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Flexible Delivery Formats
On-Site Classroom
We come to your facility or project office and deliver training in a structured classroom setting — ideal for larger groups and pre-mobilization sessions.
Jobsite Toolbox Talks
Short, focused safety talks delivered directly on the jobsite before work begins. Perfect for reinforcing key practices with active crews.
Custom Materials
We develop written guides, quick-reference cards, and visual aids your team can keep on-site and reference throughout the project.
Completion Documentation
Participants receive documentation of training completion — useful for demonstrating due diligence in the event of a regulatory review or legal proceeding.
Need expert consulting?
Damage investigation, expert witness, and claims support.
Need field services?
Private locating, documentation, and leak detection.
Ready to train your team?
Contact UDI to discuss a training program for your crew, project, or organization.