In the UK, there are cable strikes every year. This is caused due to accidental contact with underground utilities and cables during excavation work. Cable strikes cause serious property damage, severe injuries, and it can even be fatal in some cases. These tragedies are entirely preventable with proper safety measures and training. At Sygma Solutions Ltd., we provide cable avoidance training programs to help you understand the importance of cable avoidance and ensure your worksite is a safe environment for all.

Understanding the Dangers That Are Lurking Below

You may not realise it but there is a complex network of underground cables and utilities running beneath gardens, streets, and construction sites. These include electrical cables, telecommunication cables, and gas pipes. Striking any of these lines would result in disruption of service and cause problems for the entire neighbourhood.

Damaging or striking gas pipes and electrical cables are particularly dangerous as it can lead to explosion and fires, severe electric shock, and even death.

The High Cost of a Cable Strike

The consequences of damaging or striking a cable can be devastating:

  • It may lead to loss of life because some cable strikes are fatal.
  • Bystanders and workers may suffer electrical shock, severe burns, or other injuries requiring extensive medical care.
  • Damaged underground cables or utilities lead to delays in projects, expensive repairs, and significant financial losses.
  • Disrupted cables may cause communication breakdowns, power outages, and inconvenience for entire communities.

How to Stay Safe When Digging?

Cable strikes can be devastating, but luckily, they are preventable. Before you begin any excavation work in the UK, you can take the following steps:

  • Cable avoidance training – Consider investing in cable avoidance training to equip yourself and your workers with the skills and knowledge to locate and avoid underground utilities.
  • Call NUIS before you start digging – Contact the National Underground Utilities Information Service before you start digging. They might help you in marking the location of the underground utilities.
  • Use cable avoidance tools – Use cable avoidance tools to pinpoint the specific location of the buried utilities. Also, you must be trained to know how to use these tools.

Conclusion

You must never assume the location of underground utilities or cables. It is best to attain the skills and knowledge required by signing up for our cable avoidance training. Our course will teach you the use of tools as well. If you need more information, contact Sygma Solutions Ltd.

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PAS128 Utility Mapping Training Modules mapped to CICES competencies

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Module 1 – Pas 128 Level D &C training to include level 3 assessment – CICES GEUS01 A-D

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2 Day Advanced EM Course (RD8100/8200 & VIVAX)

In depth course covering electromagnetic locators, theory and intensive practical on our real world training site.

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5th – 6th September 2024

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1 Day Mala GPR Module 1 – Theory & Practical

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5 Day TSA & ICES Approved 5 Day Utility Mapping Course

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1 Day Public Genny & CAT Course

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Level 3 Utility Mapping Qualification – All Online

Cost: £275 PLUS REG FEE
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Level 5 Diploma Utility Mapping Qualification – Online Workbooks – followed by assessment

Cost £1100 PLUS REG FEE
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Level 5 Diploma Utility Mapping Qualification – in 5 days

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Sygma PAS 128 Utility Surveyor Training Including Proqual Level 3 Utility Mapping and Surveying
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Level 3 Utility Mapping and Surveying Public Course

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GPS Course & Total Station Introduction

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