Published: 12 Apr 2023
With Geo Business (17-18 May 2023, London Excel) just around the corner, we are delighted to announce that TSA Council Member and Technical Committee Chair, Sam Roberts will be presenting about the newly launched PAS128 Utility Mapping Accreditation – PUMA – on the first day of this must-attend conference and exhibition for the surveying profession.
The PUMA presentation will take place on the Main Stage at 11:00 on Thursday 18 May 2023. PUMA is designed to assess the ability of survey companies to deliver to the PAS128 specification. It will provide a benchmark and create a national standard for best practice for underground surveys. Membership of the scheme will give accredited companies a competitive edge and will be a tangible means of demonstrating their continuous professional improvement.
Raising standards in utility surveys
With more than four million excavations taking place nationwide every year, many of these take place without a detailed search for pipes and cables being carried out first. Striking of these underground assets can cause injury and death, as well as millions of pounds worth of damage and delays to major projects. Raising standards in utility surveys is essential to prioritise safety, drive efficiency and save money. To achieve this, The Survey Association, the trade association representing land survey companies in the UK, has launched an accreditation scheme for its members who carry out utility surveys.
A trailblazing initiative
Following the soft launch of PUMA at TSA’s AGM last month, Geo Business was the obvious place to further raise awareness of this trailblazing initiative. The event will be showcasing the latest tech, tools and solutions for geospatial. Within the accredited education programme, there are over 120 CPD sessions scheduled so that delegates will be able to get up to date with all the latest developments in the sector.
Rachel Tyrrell, Secretary General of TSA, commented: “We are excited to share information about PUMA at this year’s Geo Business. Make sure you attend the presentation or visit us at stand G510 right at the entrance to the show, to find out more about how PUMA can both give your business a competitive advantage and your clients confidence.“
For further information visit: https://www.tsa-uk.org.uk/pas128-accreditation/
