b'LOCATESOn the topic of enforcement,offer stronger training to those who Ontario One Call is exploring therely on the locates system. Part of idea of shifting member billing tothe solution is getting excavators a performance-based model. Asto submit the most accurate locate Simpson explains, Ontario Onerequests possible so that things Call is a not-for-profit organizationarent being held up. Another part is that is funded by undergroundmaking that process user-friendly, so infrastructure owners, like utilitiescontractors arent tempted to work and municipalities. So, if we changearound the system. That all comes that arrangement to a performance- back to providing more training and based model, the bad actors would bebetter support, notes Simpson.required to pay more and the good actors would pay less. It would holdForecasting: By knowing whats everyone accountable and, ideally,coming down the pipe, utilities, encourage stronger practices.municipalities and their LSPs can better prepare for locate demands. Data in / data out: Along withHerein, another strategy is to develop the need for streamlining anda new forecasting model that would simplification, Ontario One Callsprovide visibility in the dig season symposium identified a needahead and give utilities, munici-to simplify what information ispalities and locate service providers required by all stakeholders andample time to ramp up their teams.THE PROFESSIONAL LOCATE ADMINISTRATOR COURSE Late locates are often a symptom of poor communication and training gaps. With this in mind, Ontario One Call is launching its Professional Locate Administrator Course (PLAC) in late summer 2020 to help system users master the process.We think its going to be a game-changer, says Ian Simpson, Director of Education, Marketing and Compliance with Ontario One Call. Were compiling all the information, guidance and insights we can and putting it into one course.The course will focus on a wide variety of topics, including best locate request practices and how to stay within regulation. It will also equip participants with the training to generate more accurate locate requests, utilize tools and troubleshoot.We want to show contractors how to make a great or perfect locate request, troubleshoot issues, and get through the process so that everyone who takes this course becomes an expert in how to use the Ontario One Call system, Simpson explains. That way, we reduce delays and make sure everyone is working together. For more information, visit OntarioOneCall.ca or email Training@OntarioOneCall.ca.24 H 2 OSWCASpring 2020'