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General Inspection

Get inspection ready with this dynamic course that blends technical knowledge, field experience, and practical tools for success in municipal projects.
A construction worker wearing a hard hat and safety vest examines blueprints at a construction site with large concrete columns and piles.

Registration Info

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January 25 - 29, 2027
Fee:
Member Rate - $2,050.00
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. 

  • Great instructors, very knowledgeable! Great atmosphere, this course is worth taking!

    Anon.

  • This is a great course for new inspectors to learn the basics and even experienced inspectors to brush up on the small details that may fall to the wayside.

    Anon.

  • Very good introduction into inspector life. The ins and outs using experience provided by the instructors, as well as the resources covered in the course.

    Anon.

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) 

Holiday Inn Oakville (Centre) – 590 Argus Road, Oakville, Ontario L6J 3J3 Canada

Bob Richardson, C Tech, RCSI

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. He is currently certified as an rcca (Road Construction Contract Administrator), mica (Municipal Contract Administrator), and mii (Municipal Infrastructure Inspector) and also holds a PACP certification which is Pipeline assessment certificate.