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CCTV Pipe Inspection Techniques For Drainage Systems Training

SAQA US 115881 | NQF 4 | Credits 8 | Duration 5 Days
From $1,242 per delegate

Description

This course equips learners with the skills to conduct CCTV inspections of drainage systems, interpret footage, and generate condition reports. It covers setup, operation, and maintenance of CCTV equipment, as well as health and safety protocols specific to confined spaces and drainage environments.

Learning Outcomes

  • Apply relevant health and safety legislation and procedures for CCTV pipe inspection in confined spaces.
  • Demonstrate the correct setup, calibration, and operation of CCTV inspection equipment for drainage systems.
  • Analyze CCTV footage to identify defects, blockages, and structural issues in pipes.
  • Evaluate inspection data to produce accurate condition reports and recommendations.
  • Implement maintenance and cleaning procedures for CCTV equipment to ensure reliability.
  • Interpret and apply industry standards and codes of practice for drainage system inspection.

Target Audience

This course is ideal for drainage technicians, infrastructure inspectors, and municipal maintenance staff responsible for assessing and reporting on drainage system conditions using CCTV technology.

Prerequisites

None — open enrollment.

Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction to CCTV Pipe Inspection and Drainage Systems

Objectives:
• Understand the purpose and benefits of CCTV pipe inspection in drainage systems.
• Identify key components of a CCTV inspection system.
• Explain the principles of drainage system design and common defects.
• Describe safety protocols for working in confined spaces and near drainage infrastructure.

Topics:
• Overview of CCTV pipe inspection: history, applications, and industry standards.
• Components of a CCTV inspection system: camera, crawler, cable, control unit, and monitor.
• Types of drainage systems: sanitary sewers, stormwater drains, and combined systems.
• Common drainage defects: cracks, blockages, root intrusion, and joint displacement.
• Safety procedures: confined space entry, personal protective equipment (PPE), and risk assessment.
• Introduction to relevant regulations and SAQA unit standard requirements.

Day 2: CCTV Equipment Setup and Operation

Objectives:
• Set up and calibrate CCTV inspection equipment correctly.
• Operate the CCTV system to capture clear images and video footage.
• Adjust camera settings (focus, lighting, pan/tilt) for optimal inspection quality.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of common equipment issues.

Topics:
• Pre-inspection checklist: equipment inspection, battery checks, and cable management.
• Setting up the control unit, monitor, and recording devices.
• Camera operation: focusing, iris control, and lighting adjustment.
• Crawler operation: speed control, steering, and obstacle negotiation.
• Troubleshooting: loss of signal, poor image quality, and cable snags.
• Practical exercise: hands-on setup and operation in a simulated pipe.

Day 3: Inspection Techniques and Data Recording

Objectives:
• Conduct systematic CCTV inspections using standardised methods.
• Record inspection data accurately, including video, photos, and notes.
• Identify and classify pipe defects according to industry coding systems.
• Apply techniques to inspect various pipe materials and diameters.

Topics:
• Standard inspection procedures: pre-cleaning, insertion, and retrieval.
• Pipe defect classification: WRC or PACP coding systems.
• Data recording: video logging, photo capture, and field notes.
• Inspecting different pipe materials: concrete, PVC, clay, and metal.
• Handling special conditions: high water levels, heavy debris, and bends.
• Practical exercise: conducting a full inspection and completing a defect report.

Day 4: Data Analysis and Reporting

Objectives:
• Analyse CCTV inspection footage to identify and prioritise defects.
• Generate comprehensive inspection reports using software tools.
• Interpret defect codes and make recommendations for repair or maintenance.
• Understand the role of CCTV data in asset management and rehabilitation planning.

Topics:
• Reviewing inspection footage: slow-motion, freeze-frame, and zoom techniques.
• Defect severity assessment and priority ranking.
• Report generation: using inspection software to create structured reports.
• Interpreting defect codes: WRC coding tables and descriptions.
• Recommendations: cleaning, spot repair, lining, or replacement.
• Integration with asset management systems (GIS, CMMS).
• Practical exercise: analysing a sample inspection and producing a report.

Day 5: Advanced Applications and Practical Integration

Objectives:
• Apply advanced inspection techniques for complex pipe configurations.
• Integrate CCTV inspection data with other diagnostic methods (e.g., sonar, laser profiling).
• Conduct a complete end-to-end inspection project from setup to reporting.
• Prepare for unit standard assessment and demonstrate competency.

Topics:
• Advanced techniques: lateral inspections, manhole surveys, and large-diameter pipes.
• Multi-sensor inspections: combining CCTV with sonar or laser for underwater or deformed pipes.
• Quality assurance: verifying inspection compliance with standards.
• Full project simulation: site assessment, equipment setup, inspection, data analysis, and reporting.
• Review of unit standard outcomes and assessment criteria.
• Mock assessment and feedback session.
• Course wrap-up and certification information.

Practicals

No practicals for this training.

This course is made up of exercises and case studies delivered alongside the theory — no separate practical sessions are required to complete it.

Summatives

Each delegate is assessed continuously throughout the course and a final summative test at the end.

Daily Exercises — 30%

Every training day ends with a multiple-choice exercise scored out of 100%. The scores from each daily exercise are averaged across the duration of the course to produce a Daily Average mark, which contributes 30% to the final total.

Final Test — 70%

On the last day a final summative test is written. It is a multiple-choice paper with multiple-answer questions: each question may have more than one correct option, and a single wrong selection on a question marks the entire question wrong — no partial credit. The final test is scored out of 100% and contributes 70% to the overall mark.

Final Total
Component Out of Weight
Daily Average (multiple choice) 100% 30%
Final Test (multi-answer multiple choice) 100% 70%
Final Total 100%

All marks are recorded on the AATICD LMS and visible to each learner under their account.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Awarded to delegates who achieve an overall mark of 50% or higher on the Final Total (Daily Average 30% + Final Test 70%).

How it works
  • Certificates are auto-generated on the AATICD LMS as soon as the marks pass the 50% threshold.
  • Each certificate is a branded PDF with the delegate's name, the course title, the unit standard ID, NQF level, credits, and the date of issue.
  • You can download or print your certificate from your LMS dashboard at any time after issue — there's no reissue fee and no expiry date.
  • If you scored under 50% you can sit the final test again at the next scheduled session at no extra cost.
Where to find it

Sign in to the LMS, open your dashboard, and your certificates appear under My Certificates. Each entry has a View / Download button and a print option.

Training Discounts

Group discounts apply automatically — the more delegates you enrol, the greater the saving. Discounts are calculated at 3% per 5 delegates, scaling up to 40% off for 100+ delegates.

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3% discount per 5 delegates, up to 40% off for 100+ delegates. Contact us for a custom group quote.

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