Openreach PIA S006 Underground Survey Accreditation

The Openreach PIA S006 Underground survey accreditation consists of three modules:

• Module one: Develops the knowledge of the Openreach Underground Infrastructure
• Module two: Prepares delegates with the skills and knowledge to undertake a safe PIA underground network infrastructure surveying
• Module three: Demonstrates individual competency required to complete a PIA underground Survey.

This course will enable telecom underground surveyors to carry out surveys correctly, following Openreach criteria, which include:

• Identifying chambers
• Correctly identifying existing assets owned by Openreach and other Communication Providers
• Correctly identifying chamber types, JUF, JMF, JRC, CW
• Correctly identifying chamber bores and confirming space for proposed cable routes
• Perform calculations when working out the bore space
• Learn correctly what information is required for reporting, A1024,
• Understanding items in the Openreach portal maps and identifying assets

Who is the course for?

The Openreach PIA S006 underground survey accreditation is suitable for individuals who meet the required standard. It is designed to provide essential knowledge and skills for engineers, contractors and surveyors working in the Openreach infrastructure. Who is working on behalf of the Communication Provider who is approved to use the PIA infrastructure?

Duration

This course is a two-day course

Cost: £325.00 plus VAT

Prerequisite

Smart Awards SA002 Underground Safety

Qualification Award Body

• Openreach Chief Engineers
• SA006 Accreditation

The delegate must pass written and practical assessments to be awarded the accreditation, which is then valid for three years.