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Safety Qualified Underground Telecommunications Installer Program

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Welcome to the Minnesota Telecom Alliance Safety and Education Safety-Qualified Underground Telecommunications Installer Program, a comprehensive training course designed to equip underground telecom workers with the essential safety knowledge, technical skills, and regulatory awareness necessary for performing their duties safely and effectively.

This program focuses on the core principles of underground utility installation, emphasizing hazard recognition, risk mitigation, proper work practices, and compliance with relevant federal and state regulations. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of underground utility systems, excavation safety, utility locating, personal protective equipment (PPE), emergency response procedures, and more.

Approved as part of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) 40-hour recognized training under Minnesota Statute 326B.198, this course ensures that workers meet the legal and professional requirements to operate safely in underground environments. The 16-hour classroom portion provides a solid foundation through interactive instruction and real-world case studies that prepare installers for field operations.

By completing this program, participants will be better prepared to:

  • Identify and control underground worksite hazards

  • Apply best practices for excavation, locating, and safe installation

  • Comply with OSHA, local, and state safety regulations

  • Respond appropriately to utility strikes and emergencies

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Product Details
Duration:
16 Hours
Product Type:
Classroom
License:
Never Expires.
Module Title Duration Course Details
The Need and Use of Utility Locations
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Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Part One
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Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Part Two
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Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Part Three
30 Minutes More info »
Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Part Four
30 Minutes More info »
Excavation Near Existing Underground Utilities Part One
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Excavation Near Existing Underground Utilities Part Two
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Excavation Near Existing Underground Utilities Part Three
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Hydro Excavation Around Underground Utilities Part One
30 Minutes More info »
Hydro Excavation Around Underground Utilities Part Two
30 Minutes More info »
Hydro Excavation Around Underground Utilities Part Three
30 Minutes More info »
The Use and Techniques for Flagging and Traffic Control of the Work Area Part One
30 Minutes More info »
The Use and Techniques for Flagging and Traffic Control of the Work Area Part Two
30 Minutes More info »
The Use and Techniques for Flagging and Traffic Control of the Work Area Part Three
30 Minutes More info »
OSHA Standards on How to Properly Protect Workers Part One
30 Minutes More info »
OSHA Standards on How to Properly Protect Workers Part Two
30 Minutes More info »
OSHA Standards on How to Properly Protect Workers Part Three
30 Minutes More info »
Requirements for Working in a Confined Space for Telecommunications
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Proper Response for Responding to a Utility Strike or Other Incidents Part One
30 Minutes More info »
Proper Response for Responding to a Utility Strike or Other Incidents Part Two
30 Minutes More info »
HAZCOM Globally Harmonized System (Qualified Underground Telecommunications)
30 Minutes More info »
Fire Safety (Qualified Underground Telecommunications)
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Outside Working Environment (Qualified Underground Telecommunications )
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Electrical Safety (Qualified Underground Telecommunications)
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Hearing Conservation (Qualified Underground Telecommunications)
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Load Securement (Qualified Underground Telecommunications)
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How to Avoid and/or Mitigate Hazards Associated with Underground Utility Installations Part 1
30 Minutes More info »
How to Avoid and/or Mitigate Hazards Associated with Underground Utility Installations Part 2
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How to Avoid and/or Mitigate Hazards Associated with Underground Utility Installations Part 3
30 Minutes More info »
Hand Digging Aound Existing Utilities (2026 Updated)
30 Minutes More info »
Total Classroom CE Credits Information
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