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Sewer & Watermain Construction Inspection

Step into the field with confidence in this hands-on course that teaches you how to inspect sewer and watermain installations from start to finish.
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Registration Info

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February 1 – 5, 2027
Fee:
Member Rate - $2,050.00
Duration:
5 Days

What You’ll Learn

  • Understand the inspector’s role in sewer and watermain installation projects 
  • Review construction layout, geotechnical considerations, and excavation practices 
  • Learn watermain and sanitary sewer design, installation, testing, and safety protocols 
  • Explore environmental impacts, trenchless technology, and utility coordination 
  • Participate in demonstrations and a field trip for hands-on inspection experience 

Course Description

Gain a comprehensive understanding of sewer and watermain construction from the inspector’s perspective in this practical 5-day course. Covering everything from tender documents and layout to blasting, dewatering, and cathodic protection, this course equips junior and intermediate inspectors with the knowledge to confidently oversee underground infrastructure projects. 

You’ll explore both watermain and sanitary sewer systems, learn about environmental and safety considerations, and participate in demonstrations and a field trip that bring theory into practice. 

Course Details

  • Junior to Intermediate Sewer and Watermain Inspectors 
  • Technicians and Technologists 
  • AORS’ Certified Road Supervisor (CRS) candidates 
  • MEA’s MIT Certification Candidates 

Especially those responsible for: 

  • Inspection of underground municipal infrastructure projects 
  • Tender Documents 
  • Inspector’s Responsibilities 
  • Construction Layout 
  • Geotechnical Considerations, Excavation & Backfill 
  • Blasting 
  • Watermain Design, Installation & Testing 
  • Disinfection of Watermains 
  • Cathodic Protection 
  • Dewatering 
  • Construction Site Safety 
  • Sanitary Sewer Design, Installation & Testing 
  • Demonstrations of Installation and Testing 
  • Environmental Considerations 
  • Overview of Trenchless Technology 
  • Utilities 
  • Pipes & Fittings 
  • Field Trip 
  • Basic understanding of sewer and watermain construction 
  • PPE will be required for 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, technician, and technologist programs (Point Value: 7) 
  • Engineering Institute of Canada: Awards 3.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) 

Toronto Airport Marriott Hotel – $245.00 CAD per night.
Last Day to Book: Tuesday, January 06, 2026

David Grabel

David is a Manager at WSP Canada's team and a P.Eng. with over 22 years of experience. He’s been responsible for all contract administration duties involving project management and inspection services for earthworks, SWM ponds, underground servicing and watermain. Including road construction, tunneling, and landscaping for residential and ICI site plans and subdivisions, including all contract related documentation.  

Question:
Is this course suitable for beginners?

Answer:

It’s best suited for junior to intermediate inspectors with a basic understanding of sewer and watermain construction with 0 to 5 years experience.

Question:
Will there be hands-on components?

Answer:

Yes, including demonstrations and a field trip.

Question:
What is the evaluation process?

Answer:

Evaluation includes case studies and a final examination. A passing grade is 60%.