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Drilled Shaft Foundation Inspector Certification

This course is part of the Oregon Department of transportation's strategy to improve statewide consistency in carrying out Oregon's highway construction program.

What does this course cover?

The goal of the Drilled Shaft Foundation Inspector Certification course is to provide inspectors with practical knowledge and standard industry practices for conducting major structure bridge drilled shaft inspections. The inspector drilled shaft certification is not for signal nor sign support drilled shafts. Inspectors will gain an understanding of their responsibility to verify compliance with project requirements as well as mandates set forth by ODOT or the federal government, or both.

How long is the certification valid?

This certification is valid for five years.

Interested in this course?

Email the Construction Training Team

What is needed for this course?

Required Tools

  • Scientific Calculator
  • Oregon Standard Specifications book, current edition
  • Pen and paper for taking notes and performing in-class exercises

Course Manuals

Drilled Shaft Inspector Manual, full version (47 MB)

Drilled Shaft Inspector Resource Manual, full version (26 MB)
(for use with this course material)

Drilled Shaft Inspector Plans, full version (21 MB)
(for use with this course material)



Order Course Materials

Manual Purchase Form - If you would prefer not to print course documents, materials are available to purchase.

Contact the Construction Section

800 Airport Road SE
Salem, Oregon 97301
Fax: 503-986-3096
Drill shaft cages staged for installation