Program for 20 year anniversary
| Start time: | 12.00 |
| Duration: | 1.5 days |
| Finish date: | Fri, 17 May 2024 |
| Venue: | Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise |
| Description: | 5-1.45 Glen Cook Ergon Energy Look up and live – Powerline safety Entertaining and internationally acclaimed, multi – award winning powerline safety Keynote speaker Glen ‘Cookie’ Cook will change your perception on overhead powerline safety. Cookie is very passionate as he has been on scene to several powerline incidents. Cookie gives practical examples on enhancing powerline safety explaining the lookupandlive.com app concept and the use of ‘rotamarkas’ (award winning spinning powerline markers) 1.45-2.30 Brad Keane CR Kennedy Reality Capture for Locators Impact of Future Technology Modern utility locators require physical evidence of completion of their tasks which is frequently the presence or absence of marking paint of various colours on the ground surface. This presents a challenge in comparison to other types of work such construction or mining where there are readily assessed and clearly identifiable outcomes. Therefore the task result – the paint marks generated through the course of locating are the prime product. At present most locators are obliged to take photos of their locating work – most that will never ever be reviewed – just in case it is ever needed by the customer. We propose a streamlined method to document paint marked locates using the currently available consumer technologies and accurate positioning GPS to allow for reality captures of the prime product of a locate – the paint marks. We can also document the environment of the locate as it was when the service was performed. We provide many studies of how locate information can be readily shared with customers asset owners and others as necessary in a seamless and rapid reporting capability. We assess the accuracy of the product by comparison to existing survey techniques. 2.30-3.00 Break 3.00-4.30 GPR Plenary session Round Table Where does GPR fit into AS5488 Do we need a new Quality Level to give credit to information. Does Multi Array radar change our way of thinking. Is AI going to effect this information or has it already happened. Trainer TBA Supplier TBA Standards TBA User TBA 4.30-5.15 Networking with suppliers 6.00- Cocktail Party Friday 17th May 8.30 open 8.45-10.00 Locator Plenary session Round Table Where are we headed within this industry. Various topics by the Panel DCL Rob Row AON Insurance Isabel Mifsud NULCA Ian Lambert 10.00-10.30 Break 10.30-11.10 Jeff Moore Locating Unlimited Wired for Success: Elevating the Game in Underground Utility Work I want to delve into the indispensable role of training in the industry of locating underground utilities and the importance of selecting RTO’s that have the capability, talent and passion to deliver training that will make a difference. As our urban landscapes grow increasingly complex, and as events like the 2032 Olympics roll around, the need for skilled professionals who can accurately identify and navigate underground infrastructure has never been more critical. Effective training programs MUST empower workers to mitigate risks, enhance efficiency, and ensure the safety of both themselves and the communities they serve. When thinking about investing in training, ensure that you apply due diligence in selecting a provider. Price based decisions need to be furthest from you thinking…….. let me explain. 11.10-11.50 Cameron Ritson CoGC Building a digital City Is it a dream or is it a reality. Data capture is important but what happens to our data supplied by Locators. More importantly what should happen to the data supplied and who should be the custodian. We delve into what it looks like underground. 11.50-1.00 Lunch Break 1.00-1.40 Adrian Wellington DCL The History of Locating in Australia Trials and Tribulations From Telstra to JB Hunter to Coates to RIICCM202 to certified Locator Telstra have been there from the beginning and have helped shape our future whether you know or not. 1.40-2.20 Nolan McGuire 12d Diving into the Depths: Classifying Subsurface Utility Metadata Efficiently! As cities expand, mastering the classification of subsurface utility infrastructure becomes essential. This presentation emphasizes the need for detailed classification of these hidden networks. By employing smart classification strategies, we strive to boost safety, mitigate disruptions, and refine infrastructure maintenance. We will explore the cutting-edge methods and technologies that facilitate attribute and metadata for effective data management of subsurface utilities. 2.20-3.00 Break 3.00-4.15 Who is at fault Various Look into a case to see if we all can decide where the project went wrong 4.15-4.30 NULCA - General Meeting / question time 4.30-5.15 Networking with suppliers 6.00- Formal Dinner Schedule may be slightly altered. Further information will be supplied when available. |
| Posted By: | Nulca , Director Board (tier1) |