What is a Utility Survey?

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Utility mapping is a non-intrusive way of locating and identifying underground pipelines and cables using various techniques, such as electro magnetic locators and GPR. This is used to accurately plot the position and depth of metallic and non-metallic utilities within a specified area. Various types of utility survey can be requested depending on the client’s specifications. The information can be marked down on site prior to excavation or the information can be collected and provided as a drawing in 2D and 3D CAD format. To create a more in depth and detailed view of the subsurface environment, the output can also be provided as a 3D model where utilities and man hole chambers are accurately modeled and displayed as they would be laid in the ground.

There can be many surprises within the infrastructure beneath us. This is why it is critical to have a utility survey take place prior to any excavation works as it can reduce cost, minimise disruption to projects, aid in design and above all improve health and safety by highlighting any potential risk to site gangs.

One of the highest risks in construction is working around underground services with multiple incidents recorded each year. Although, this is decreasing with a growing number of construction companies recognising the value of a utility survey prior to excavation.

 

A utility mapping survey would be used to:

• Reduce project planning time

• Minimise risk

• Gain confidence before excavation works

• Improve safety of site gangs

• Outline exclusion zones and safe digging practices

• Avoid surprises

• Comply with BSI standard – PAS 128 Surveys

• Aid in design and planning

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Contact Sharper Utility Mapping today to discuss how we can help your project.

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