Avoid Utility Strikes—Get Certified in EUSR Cable Avoidance

Who Must Enrol in This Course?

This course is perfect for:

• Engineers in electrical
• Crews that maintain substations
• Those who lay the foundation
• Teams that install cables
• Operators of plants
• Site managers for substations
• Anyone planning or carrying out excavation work inside the bounds of a substation

Why Select Our EUSR HSG47 Substation-Specific Training?

Sygma Solutions Ltd provides specialised training designed to meet the particular needs of operating in and near substations. With their vast backgrounds in groundworks and electrical safety, our experts guarantee that every participant receives high-caliber, applicable, and hands-on training.

Subjects Discussed:

• Overview of HSG47 regulations and how they apply specifically to substations
• Hazards of utility strikes in high-voltage settings and their effects
• Safe application of ground-penetrating radar (GPR) and EUSR cable avoidance technologies (CAT) for utilities unique to substations
• Interpretation of underground service substation designs and plans
• The safest excavation techniques for substation settings
• Recognising and safely operating near high-voltage cables and other utilities
• Procedures for reporting and safety measures in case of a utility strike

Advantages of Finishing This Course Particular to Substations

• Improved Substation Safety: Make your team’s working environment safer by learning how to recognise and reduce the particular risks associated with utility strikes at substations.
• Compliance with HSG47: Assure adherence to UK laws that are especially suited to the substation setting to prevent fines and mishaps.
• Certification Acknowledged by the Industry: Obtain EUSR cable avoidance accreditation by proving your ability to safely oversee excavation projects in areas with a lot of utilities, such as substations.

Adaptable Training Choices

We provide flexible training delivery options because we recognise the diverse demands of substation operators and contractors:

• On-site instruction at your facility or substation
• Internal training programs at our training facility
• Live online meetings for distant teams.

Every training session is customised to your unique operations, and we offer post-course support to guarantee continuous safety and compliance on your projects.

Sygma Solutions Ltd: Why Opt for It?

Sygma Solutions Ltd, which has more than 100 years of combined experience in occupational safety and health, is dedicated to offering hands-on, field-focused training that guarantees substation workers are adequately equipped to perform excavation and maintenance duties safely. Our staff of EUSR-certified trainers specialises in substation environments and provides best practices and industry-specific advice.

Avoid taking the chance of expensive strikes or hazardous situations in your substation. Give your staff the abilities and information they require to operate effectively and securely. For more information on our substation-specific training services or to arrange your EUSR HSG47 training, get in touch with us right now.

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