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CITB Detection of Buried Utilities (CAT & Genny)

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CITB Detection of buried utilities for construction using electromagnetic location

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CITB Detection of Buried Utilities (CAT & Genny)

The CITB Detection of Buried Utilities for Construction using Electromagnetic Location (CAT & Genny) course equips participants with the skills to accurately locate underground utilities before excavation. The course covers the use of electromagnetic detection tools, interpretation of utility plans, and best practices for avoiding service strikes. Ideal for construction professionals, this training ensures safe and efficient groundworks by minimizing the risk of damaging buried utilities.

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The Detection of Buried Utilities using Electromagnetic Location course trains construction professionals to safely and accurately locate underground utilities before excavation, reducing the risk of service strikes.

This qualification will cover the following topics:

  • HSG47 requirements in accordance with using EML equipment
  • Safe working practices to include relevant or generic permits and specific client-based risk assessments, and method statements (RAMS)
  • EML Theory and limitations
  • Product inspections and pre work tests as recommended by the manufacturer
  • Equipment operation and application methods
  • Signal transmitter application techniques
  • Accessories and applications
  • Data logging properties and benefits

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. 

The course will be delivered in English. Delegates must be able to read, write and communicate verbally in English.

This course is suitable for construction and groundworks professionals including:

  • Operatives
  • Supervisors
  • Management and leadership

Delegates will need to complete the following:

  • Multiple choice question paper.
  • Practical test (set up, operate and locate underground services using the CAT and Genny).

Successful candidates will be awarded with a CITB certificate valid for 3 years.

Following successful completion of this course candidates will be able to:

  • Identify all potential risks to both themselves and others.
  • Read and fully understand any site plan.
  • Operate cable avoidance tools safely and effectively, in order to locate and/or avoid existing underground apparatus.

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CITB Detection of Buried Services Overview

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This qualification will cover the following topics:

  • Basic principles of location and avoidance of underground services.
  • Reading and understanding site plans.
  • Use a Cable Avoidance Tool (CAT) and Signal Generator (Genny) in P, R & G Modes.
  • Appreciation of difficulties associated with underground service avoidance.
  • Identify risks and hazards associated with underground service avoidance.
  • Hazard avoidance.
  • Storage and maintenance of equipment.
Why do I need the CITB Detection of Buried Services qualification?

Following successful completion of this course candidates will be able to:

  • Identify all potential risks to both themselves and others.
  • Read and fully understand any site plan.
  • Operate cable avoidance tools safely and effectively, in order to locate and/or avoid existing underground apparatus.
What are the entry requirements?

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. The course will be delivered in English. Delegates must be able to read, write and communicate verbally in English.

How will I be assessed?

Delegates will need to complete the following:

  • Multiple choice question paper.
  • Practical test (set up, operate and locate underground services using the CAT and Genny).

Successful candidates will be awarded with an CAT & Genny Training certificate.

Can I claim a grant for this course?

Delegates will need to complete the following:

  • Multiple choice question paper.
  • Practical test (set up, operate and locate underground services using the CAT and Genny).

Successful candidates will be awarded with an CAT & Genny Training certificate.

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