Courses

General Inspection

Get inspection ready with this dynamic course that blends technical knowledge, field experience, and practical tools for success in municipal projects.

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Cost:
$1950.00
Duration:
5 Days

What You’ll Learn

  • Read and interpret municipal construction plans and contract documents 
  • Understand the inspector’s role in sewer, watermain, and road projects 
  • Apply safety, traffic control, and environmental best practices 
  • Maintain accurate field records and perform basic construction calculations 
  • Gain hands-on experience through a full-day field trip 

Course Description

Start your journey into municipal infrastructure inspection with this engaging and practical 5-day course. Designed specifically for municipal projects, this training introduces you to the core responsibilities of an inspector, including plan reading, recordkeeping, and safety protocols. 

You’ll explore sewer and watermain construction, roadwork, and environmental considerations, all while building the confidence to perform inspections effectively. A full-day field trip brings the theory to life, giving you real-world insight into the inspection process and preparing you for success in the field. 

Course Details

  • Municipal Inspectors 
  • Technicians and Technologists 
  • AORS’ Certified Road Supervisor (CRS) candidates 
  • MEA’s MIT Certification Candidates 

Whose duties include: 

  • Sewer and watermain installation inspection 
  • Road construction oversight 
  • Contract Documents 
  • Plan Reading 
  • Role of the Inspector 
  • Sewer and Watermain Construction 
  • Record Keeping 
  • Safety 
  • Construction/Field Calculations 
  • Traffic Control 
  • Concrete and Asphalt 
  • Soils 
  • Construction and the Environment 
  • No formal prerequisites 
  • Some evening work may be required to complete assignments 
  • PPE may be required for the field trip (details to be confirmed) 
  • AORS: Elective course for Certified Road Supervisor – Intermediate level (CRS-I) 
  • MEA: Mandatory course for the MEA’s Municipal Infrastructure Certification in Inspection 
  • OACETT: Eligible for technical specialist and technician programs (Point Value: 5) 
  • Engineering Institute of Canada: Awards 3.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) 

Bob Richardson, C Tech, RCSI, City of Guelph – Bob is a certified engineering technician and he brings over 30 years of surveying and inspection experience to Good Roads’ courses. He’s taken all Good Roads courses available and holds a PACP, which is Pipeline assessment certificate.