CAT and Genny Training
Essential CAT and Genny Training Courses
Did you know that there are approximately 160 accidental utility cable strikes every day in the UK?! Striking a buried utility line is dangerous, expensive, and completely avoidable. It risks serious injury to your groundworkers, triggers costly project delays, and can lead to severe financial penalties for your business.
Our comprehensive Cable Avoidance Tool (CAT) and Signal Generator (Genny) training courses give your site teams the practical skills and theoretical knowledge required to locate underground services safely. Delivered by fully qualified industry experts, our training ensures your workforce operates in full compliance with HSG47 guidelines.
Why Choose PQS for Cable Avoidance Training?
- HSG47 Compliant Content Every course is strictly aligned with the Health and Safety Executive’s guidance for avoiding danger from underground services.
- EUSR Accredited Option We offer an official Energy & Utility Skills Register (EUSR) course option, providing nationally recognised registration and certification for major contractor sites.
- Hands-On Practical Experience We combine classroom learning with real-world, practical outdoor locating exercises using genuine site equipment.
- Manufacturer Approved Instructors Our trainers possess extensive industry experience and deep technical knowledge of the latest RadioDetection, Leica, Vivax and C.Scope hardware.
- Flexible Delivery Options We can deliver training at our Leeds, Hull or Boldon depots or directly at your own operational site for maximum convenience.
- Official Certification Successful candidates receive a recognised certificate of competence to prove compliance during main contractor site inductions.
- Tailored for Industry The course is specifically optimised for groundworkers, utility contractors, site managers, and civil engineers.
Course Content and Modules
The training is structured to build confidence and competence, ensuring candidates understand both the capabilities and the technical limitations of their equipment:
- The Risks of Utility Strikes Understanding the financial, legal, and physical impacts of striking buried electric, gas, water, and telecom lines.
- HSG47 Core Principles Best practices for planning work, utilising utility company records, and executing safe digging practices.
- CAT Operational Modes Master the use of Passive modes (Power and Radio) alongside Avoidance Mode to conduct a thorough initial site sweep.
- Genny Application Techniques Learn how to use the Signal Generator effectively through Direct Connection, Induction, and Signal Clamping to trace specific services.
- Locating Non-Metallic Services How to deploy specialised sondes and flexrods to track plastic water pipes, clay ducts, and deep sewer lines.
- Equipment Care and Checking Daily pre-use inspections, function testing, and understanding when a unit requires professional workshop calibration.
Hire the Kit for Your Own Training or Project
Do you need additional equipment for your own training day or an upcoming excavation project? We maintain a substantial fleet of the latest Radiodetection, Leica and Vivax CAT and Genny models, fully calibrated and ready to deploy alongside your team.
Book Your Training Course Today
Protect your team and secure your site compliance by booking a certified cable avoidance course. Get in touch with our training desk to discuss available dates, delegate numbers, or on-site delivery.
- Call us 03300 245 125
- Email us sales@pqs-survey.co.uk
- Visit us Contact your nearest regional depot to arrange a tailored training package for your business.
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