Public Locate Project Management

Comprehensive management of public utility locate projects, ensuring safe excavation, regulatory compliance, and efficient project delivery.

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What is Public Locate Project Management and what it includes

Public Locate Project Management by Kiwa T2 involves coordinating and overseeing the process of managing public utility locates before excavation and verifying the package for completeness and accuracy of field markings. The service includes submitting locate requests, liaising with locate service providers, verifying site markings, and ensuring regulatory requirements are met. Kiwa T2’s experts manage communication, documentation, and scheduling to streamline the process and reduce project delays

Who is it for?

This service is designed for construction companies, engineering firms, municipal authorities, and asset owners involved in projects requiring excavation or ground disturbance. It is especially relevant for organizations seeking a hands-off approach while minimizing risk, ensuring compliance with One Call regulations and gaining added confidence through independent review of utility locate responses, ticket completeness, and field markings.

Benefits of Public Locate Project Management

  • Reduces risk of utility strikes and associated liabilities
  • Ensures compliance with legal requirements for safe excavation
  • Streamlines project timelines by managing locate requests and coordination
  • Provides clear documentation and communication for stakeholders
  • Supports due diligence and audit readiness
  • Enhances safety for workers and the public

Why Choose Kiwa?

Kiwa T2 provides a turnkey locate management solution that reduces administrative burden, improves utility strike prevention, and helps keep projects compliant and on schedule. Leveraging our expertise in subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility locating, geophysics, and damage prevention, we act as a single point of coordination for the entire locate process.

Steps in the Process

    Project Review

    Assess excavation plans and identify utility locate needs

    Locate Request Submission

    Submit requests with provincial one-call systems on our clients behalf

    Locate Package Review

    Verify ticket completeness, utility owner responses, and identify potential gaps or outstanding locate requirements.

    Site Verification

    Confirm markings and tolerance zones on-site

    Documentation

    Record and report utility locations for compliance

    Ongoing Coordination

    Manage communication and scheduling to support project progress

Applicable Norms or Regulations

Provincial One-Call regulations

(e.g., Click Before You Dig)

Local and industry-specific laws governing excavation and utility protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is public locate project management important?

Proper management ensures all public utilities are identified, paperwork is correct and the utilities have been marked accurately before excavation, reducing risk and meeting legal requirements.

What utilities are covered by public locate services?

Public locate services identify infrastructure owned by utility providers, such as water, gas, electricity, and telecommunications lines within public rights-of-way.

How does Kiwa coordinate with utility owners?

Kiwa submits locate requests, manages communication, and verifies site markings to ensure all utilities are properly identified and documented.

What happens if a utility is missed during the locate process?

Missing a utility can lead to strikes, delays, and liability. Kiwa’s thorough process minimizes this risk by ensuring comprehensive coverage and documentation.

Is public locate management required for all excavation projects?

Yes, in most jurisdictions, public locate requests are mandatory before any ground disturbance to ensure safety and compliance.

How are sewers located?

Sewers are often constructed from non-conductive materials and cannot typically be detected using standard utility locating methods. Kiwa T2 utilizes CCTV cameras, sondes, traceable rods, and geophysical technologies to locate and map sewer mains and laterals from within the pipe, providing a more accurate understanding of buried infrastructure.