Locate system having means for comparing patterns of operation.

摘要

Disclosed herein is a method of monitoring technician performance of a locate operation using a locate receiver to detect the presence or absence of an underground facility, the method comprising: A) receiving operating information representative of manipulation of the locate receiver during performance of the locate operation; and B) comparing, using at least one processor, a pattern of operation of the locate receiver indicated by the operating information to at least one previously-identified pattern of operation associated with at least one technician.