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VR Training Module

Excavation Safety

This VR training teaches users the essential safety principles for working safely around excavation sites in residential environments. Users learn how to assess the surroundings, secure the site with correct barriers and signage, locate underground utilities, communicate safely around machinery, recognize hazardous ground conditions, and respond appropriately to emergencies.

Who is this VR Excavation Safety Training for?

  • Excavation workers
  • Excavation supervisors
  • Groundworkers
  • Cable and pipe installers

Industry Use

  • Residential excavation
  • Utility installation
  • Infrastructure

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Training Topics

Topics covered in this training

Every module combines interactive theory with hands-on virtual practice.
 In this Excavation Safety Training, users will explore the following topics:

Users learn to identify hazards and assess surroundings before excavation begins, spotting risks that could become dangerous in a residential environment.

The training covers the correct placement of barriers and signage to prevent unauthorized access and reduce accident risks.

Participants practice reading and verifying KLIC maps using AR views to understand expected cable and pipe routes.

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This topic involves scanning the ground with a line detector to confirm actual utility positions and marking them with spray paint.

The module teaches users to recognize machinery blind spots and use correct hand signals to communicate with excavator operators.

Participants learn to recognize hazardous substances in the soil, such as fibrous material that may indicate asbestos.

The training details correct actions to take when a utility is struck, including managing rapid gas leaks and following evacuation procedures.

Virtual Reality

Why VR works

VR training turns theory into action. Learners make choices, see outcomes, and remember what matters.

It’s realistic, engaging, and measurable, helping teams train safely and effectively anywhere.

Faster training

Clients have reduced procedure training from two hours to just two minutes using VR.

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Realistic scenarios

Immersive environments trigger emotion and recognition, leading to better memory and safer behaviour in real situations.

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Measurable results

Track progress, collect data for audits, and prove the impact of your training.

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Scalable and repeatable

No external trainers needed. Train anywhere, in any language, with one consistent experience.

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Module Specifications

What can you find in this module

Every module follows the same structure: short interactive theory, practical exercises, and instant feedback. This consistent format makes it easy to train multiple skills using the same platform.

App Info

Duration

± 10 minutes

Languages

English

German

Dutch

Others on request

Usage

Safety Days

Toolkit meetings

Refresher trainings

Based on

CROW 500

KLIC (WION) Dutch legal framework

EU-OSHA guidelines

Who is this VR Confined Spaces Training for?

Target audience

Excavation workers

Excavation supervisors

Groundworkers

Cable and pipe installers

Industry

Residential excavation

Utility installation (Cables and Pipes)

Infrastructure

Compatible Devices

Pico 4 Ultra

Pico 4 Ultra Enterprise

Quest 3

Quest 3S

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Pricing and Process

Choose how you want to get started

Choose a lifetime license for long-term training or rent the Safety Day Edition for a single event.

Trainings Module

Get full access to the module for long-term use within your organization. Contact our sales team for a personalized quote.

  • Lifetime license
  • Includes analytics and LMS support
  • Onboarding and technical setup included

 

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Safety Day Edition

Ideal for team events or one-day training sessions. Rent hardware and get full on-site support. Starting from €2500 per day.

  • Hardware rental
  • Event support
  • Affordable try-out

 

 

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From demo to deployment in 3 steps

Our process is simple and flexible. Whether you buy or rent, you can always test the module first and make small adjustments before launch.

1. Book a Demo

Get a live demo of the module’s features and see how it benefits your business in real time.

 

2. Configure

Decide if you want to adjust small details such as branding, voice-overs, or interface language. We’ll help you align it with your workflow.

 

3. Project launch

Once approved, we handle installation, headset setup, and onboarding, so your team can start training right away.

 

Fully modular, built around your needs

Each module can be tailored to fit your company’s identity, work environment, and audience. Some of the things we can change are:

Branding

Add your company logo, colors, and assets for a consistent look and feel.

Environment tools and procedures

Replace the default scene with your own workspace or industry setting for a realistic experience.

Languages

Make the training accessible to all employees with multiple language options.

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