The surface of the ground may seem smooth to the naked eye but there lies an intricate network of underground utilities. This complex network includes water pipes, power lines and communication cables. These underground utilities are the lifeblood of modern society. However, their unseen presence poses significant risks if it is not treated with proper knowledge and respect. This is where Sygma Solutions Ltd.’s Cable Avoidance Training comes to the rescue.

If you neglect CAT training, it might have far-reaching consequences. The consequences will not only impact the safety of the workers but it will also affect the efficiency of the project and become a financial liability.

Here are some of the consequences of neglecting CAT training:

  • Safety risks

The heightened risks of accidents are the number one reason why you must not neglect CAT training. When evacuation activities are carried out without the proper cable detection techniques, it leads to accidental damage. Disrupting buried utilities may result in fatal accidents. The accidents it can lead to are:

  1. Electrical shocks are one of the most common accidents caused by disrupted underground utilities. This causes serious injuries or even death to unsuspecting workers.
  2. If gas lines are disrupted, it may lead to leaks or catastrophic explosions that can endanger property and lives.
  3. If the water pipes are disrupted, it may result in contaminating the water and posing a risk to the entire community.
  4. Project delays

Besides being a safety hazard, disruptions to underground utilities result in project delays and disruptions. This eventually impacts the budget and project timeline.

  • Financial consequences

If you neglect Cable Avoidance Training, the financial repercussions can be monumental. Companies might face hefty legal liabilities and fines for injuries and accidents caused by improper cable avoidance practices. Also, worker compensation claims can be expensive.

  • Risk to public safety

The consequences of disrupted underground utilities can go beyond the immediate worksite. It can result in disrupting essential services like water supply, electricity, and communication networks. Hence, this will not only give rise to potential emergencies but also cause inconvenience.

So, what are you waiting for? If you avoid these consequences related to the disruption of underground utilities, it is recommended that you register yourself for the CAT training course. This training course will equip you with the required skills and knowledge to easily detect, locate and steer clear of underground cables and other utilities when digging.

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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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Module 2 – PAS128 Level B Training – can include Level 4 assessment – CICES GUES01 E-I

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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.

Cost: £295 per person
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5th – 6th September 2024

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1 Day Mala GPR Module 1 – Theory & Practical

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1 Day Mala GPR Module 2 – Post processing

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2 Day GPR – All Manufacturers

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5 Day TSA & ICES Approved 5 Day Utility Mapping Course

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Location: Worcester

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1 Day Public Genny & CAT Course

Cost: £175 plus VAT
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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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2nd – 6th September 2024

Sygma PAS 128 Utility Surveyor Training Including Proqual Level 3 Utility Mapping and Surveying
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12th – 16th August 2024 Limited Availability

14th – 18th October 2024

25th – 29th November 2024

16th – 20th December 2024

Level 3 Utility Mapping and Surveying Public Course

12th – 13th August Limited Availability

14th – 15th October 2024

25th – 26th November 2024

16th – 17th December 2024

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GPS Course & Total Station Introduction

This is a 2 day dedicated GPS course with an introduction to Total Station

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