1st July 2010, 09:22 AM
Agree with tmsarch, in terms of knowledge and experience needed - my first solo job was an watching brief, and to be honest, I still find them a lot more difficult than the subsequent evaluations and open excavations that I have done. It is important to note, that it is really important to get a good working relationship going with the gang who will be doing the actual digging. Also, make sure you have your breaks in time with theirs, and (if you can) get on site when they start. The gang will have a deadline, and won't wait for you even though they probably should. :face-thinks: