Excavation requires skill, patience and careful planning. In Perth, the method of excavation is usually determined by the type of material being cleared and the purpose of the excavation. For instance, if you need to remove soil to access utility pipes or cables, you would choose a vacuum excavation. We’ll cover this in more detail …
Establishing the location of underground utilities during excavation is not just recommended, it’s a regulation set by the WA Government. Regulation 3.21 of the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations requires the location of certain underground services to be established before work commences. Especially when there is any risk that the excavation work may interfere with …
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If you’re undertaking any type of excavation or preparing a new worksite, there’s one essential task you need to employ before any dirt is disturbed – a subsurface scan. Using advanced technology, like a ground penetrating radar, major sub terra utilities can be detected and mapped. Knowing the location of underground utilities will not only …
Every construction site should adopt a safety-first approach. Whether you’re cutting, coring or drilling – it’s vital you do all the necessary checks and scans to ensure you don’t damage any pipes, cables, rebar or existing structures. Imagine being responsible for shutting down a worksite because you failed to carry out basic checks? Even worse, …
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There are many reasons why we bury utility cables underground. Safety is one of the primary reasons. It’s also very practical, as you can use the same trench for multiple cables. Then there’s the aesthetic benefits – no ugly wires or poles blocking your view. The only issue with underground utilities is when we need …
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By embracing technology, companies like Abaxa are helping to increase productivity for businesses that rely on location services. One tool that is essential in all of these industries is a Ground Penetrating Radar. Digging up the earth can pose a multitude of health and safety risks. One small miscalculation can mean major problems and lengthy …
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