The drainage construction supervisor is responsible for the proper setting out, excavation, pipe laying and back filling of drainage trenches.

The supervisor should have a good knowledge of various types of pipes, jointing systems and a good knowledge of materials suitable for both bedding and backfilling.

Suitable compaction techniques are important if rework associated with settlement is to be avoided.

• Initial setting out and survey
• Planning
• Levels and site rails
• Gradients
• Bedding and pipe laying
• Backfill
• Quantities
• Quality and safety
• Selection of plant, productivity and productivity targets
• Delays due to breakdown, adverse weather, project changes and unforeseen physical conditions
• Testing of pipework
• Allocating tasks to the work team

• Describe factors in drainage system design
• Identify safety requirements of trench shoring
• Describe the construction of stormwater systems
• Describe the construction of subsoil drainage systems
• Describe the drainage system structures and their connections
• Describe drainage system maintenance and repair
• Demonstrate knowledge of subsoil drainage systems
• Describe piped culvert drainage systems

This course will address theoretical and knowledge requirements related to the below unit standards. It will not cover assessment and practical requirements unless specifically stated under course costs.

12569  Demonstrate knowledge of the design, construction and maintenance of road drainage systems.
17321  Supervise subsoil and culvert drainage on civil construction works.

This course is targeting supervisors of construction - representing either the contractor or the client. The course attempts to highlight the aspects of construction that will have a significant effect on the quality of the finished product. In addition Health and safety issues are addressed as appropriate.

$405.00 per person + GST

(Minimum numbers apply before a course is confirmed)

Auckland - 28/09/2010