CAT & Genny

Overview

The course aims to provide the participant with the knowledge and skills to be able to safely and accurately use and maintain radio detection Cable Avoidance Tool – underground service location equipment – the CAT & Genny.

Course Content

The course will cover the following topics:

  • Applicable legislation and Guidance
  • Associated hazards
  • Risk Assessment
  • Safe digging practices and control measures, including the use of associated tools and equipment
  • Emergency arrangements
  • Practical assessment on the use of the Cable Avoidance Tool (CAT) and Genny

Course Benefits

After completing the course, participants should be able to use the CAT and Genny, be aware of the associated hazards and emergency arrangements that need to be put in place, and provide safe digging practices and control measures.

The participant will receive a CAT and Genny training certificate on completion of the course.

Who Should Attend

This course is ideally suited to individuals who will be working near to underground services and where work involves the penetration of the ground at or below service level.

The next step on from this course would be Avoiding Danger from Overhead Services.

Qualifications you gain

Upon completion, delegates will receive a certificate that will last for 3 years. This course will need to be completed again if delegates wish to renew this qualification.

Course Duration

1/2 Day

Accredited by:

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Course dates

Thursday 23rd January 2025

Wednesday 5th February 2025

Thursday 13th March 2025

Tuesday 8th April 2025

Thursday 15th May 2025

Wednesday 11th June 2025

Monday 28th July 2025

Monday 22nd September 2025

Tuesday 18th November 2025

Interested? 

If you would like to enquire about any of our open courses or to discuss bespoke training for your company, please call 0191 5818400 or email info@s-safety.co.uk.