Confined Spaces Specific requirements and regulations apply to anybody working in confined spaces. All employers or self-employed people embarking on this type of work must first thoroughly assess all risks and ensure they have the appropriate systems in place. 1300Locate is your confined space specialists. We have...
Geotechnical Clearances Geotechnical and drilling works are another form of destructive digging that can damage underground utilities. 1300Locate has an experienced team that can provide your company with the necessary clearances, information, documentation and safety data, before drilling commences. Our geotechnical investigations provide information regarding soil types,...
Acoustic Leak Detection Water leaks due to ageing water networks and incorrectly laid or disturbed pipeworks cost Australian homes and businesses over a billion dollars a year in direct or indirect costs associated with repairs, patching or replacement. Many Councils and Water departments do not have a...
As-Constructed Survey An as constructed or as-built survey is an important document that shows additions (such as utilities, buildings and other improvements) that have been added to the land. These surveys are requested by many industries and can be an invaluable tool for anyone working inside...
Ground Penetrating Radar 1300Locate have been pioneers in the use of ground penetrating radar (GPR) for utility detection in Australia since purchasing one of the first of the new machines manufactured by IDS back in 2007. Since then, 1300Locate worked tirelessly to have this valuable tool accepted...
Underground Service Locating 1300Locate utilises two main pieces of equipment when looking for underground utilities. The first is the RD8000 (made by Radio Detection), which is RFID transponder capable, the RD8000 is used to find pipes and cables that are metallic or have a metallic core such as...
