Virtual Safety Roundtable: Smarter Jobsites: Technology Underground Contractors Are Actually Using

Wednesday, September 16, 2026
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM 
Virtual via Zoom
Free for AZUCA Members | Registration Required

Technology is changing the underground construction industry faster than ever before. From artificial intelligence and machine control to GPS-enabled equipment, drone mapping, digital inspections, wearable technology, and fleet management software, contractors have more tools available than ever to improve safety, productivity, and profitability.

But which technologies are actually delivering value? What's worth investing in and what's simply hype?

Join AZUCA's monthly Virtual Safety Roundtable as we discuss the latest technologies and innovative processes being adopted throughout the underground utility and excavation industry. This interactive discussion will provide real-world examples of what's working in the field and where the industry is headed next.

Topics we'll explore include:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI) for safety, estimating, documentation, and project management
• GPS machine control and equipment tracking
• Telematics and fleet management systems
• Drones, aerial mapping, and site documentation
• Digital inspections, forms, and mobile safety applications
• Utility locating technologies and damage prevention innovations
• Wearable technology and connected PPE
• Dash cameras and video-based safety coaching
• Augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and training technologies
• Emerging tools and innovations that attendees are seeing on their own projects

Whether you're evaluating new technology for your company or simply curious about what's shaping the future of underground construction, this roundtable offers an opportunity to learn from peers, exchange ideas, and discover practical solutions that can improve safety and operational performance.

Cost: Complimentary for AZUCA members and industry guests.

Bring your questions, your experiences, and your favorite technology—or even the one that didn't work as expected. The best ideas often come from sharing what's happening in the field.

Who Should Attend: Safety professionals, supervisors, foremen, operations personnel, project managers, and anyone involved in safety and workforce training.

Registration is required to receive the Zoom access link.

Stay informed. Stay compliant. Most importantly, keep your crews safe.

✅ Free to attend
✅ Open to members and non-members
✅ Interactive Q&A included

Not a member yet? Join the conversation anyway. You’ll get a first-hand look at how AZUCA supports Arizona’s utility construction safety professionals.

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