Pipe and Culvert Installation

Class Description: A properly installed pipe should remain in service for 50 to 100 years with little or no repair. The instructor has documented installation practices for both flexible and rigid pipe at the local and state level. The focus of this class remains on promoting a solid understanding of installation, specifications, design requirements and material differences for pipe systems. Empower your staff with the ability to properly inspect, design, install and accept both flexible and rigid pipe systems. Join instructor, Walt Catlett for this lively workshop that will change the way you think about installing storm drainage pipe. You will learn more about trench safety, pipe fundamentals, soil gradation and compaction, excavation, bedding, joining pipe, backfilling and testing of storm drainage pipe. You will learn common crew tasks implemented during the installation and inspection of a properly installed storm drainage pipe. The training will help you identify the risks associated with pipe installation and ways to mitigate those risks. Class Modules: 1. Module 1 – Excavation and Trench Safety 2. Module 2 – Pipe Fundamentals / Trench Fundamentals 3. Module 3 – Standard Installations / Bedding-Backfill / Placement of Pipe / Testing 4. Module 4 – Pre-Installation Inspection / Post Installation Inspection 5. Module 5 (optional) – Field Installation Application Who Should Attend: This class was developed for inspectors, installers and design engineers alike. Previous experience with storm drainage pipe installation is not required. Inspectors, installers, engineers, planners, equipment operators, and laborers will learn techniques critical to the successful installation and inspection of storm drainage pipe systems ensuring they contribute to any agency’s transportation asset and management program.