CAT & Genny Training - Portadown, Northern Ireland

Price: £75 + VAT
Duration: 1/2 Day
Location: Portadown, Northern Ireland

Who Should Attend?

This course is tailored for operatives involved in excavation work on roads, construction sites, parks, and industrial estates. Suitable for supervisors, operatives, and safety personnel who need to safely locate underground services. Participants must bring Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). On-site training requires a suitable room and outdoor area for practical exercises.

Prerequisites

Delegates must be 16 years or older and medically fit to meet current industry standards.

Course Aim

The Cat & Genny training teaches participants how to safely operate cable avoidance tools and signal generators to identify both common and uncommon underground services. Training aligns with HSG 47 guidelines to ensure safe excavation practices.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand relevant regulations and Codes of Practice
• Operate cable avoidance tools (CAT) and signal generators (GENNY) correctly
• Identify common underground services and interpret service drawings
• Implement permit systems for safe digging
• Conduct surveys and produce sketches of located services
• Apply safe digging practices and avoid underground hazards

Assessment Method

• Classroom-based instruction

• Hands-on practical demonstrations

• Conducting surveys with CAT & GENNY equipment

Accreditation

Successful participants will receive an ITS-accredited Cat & Genny certificate, valid for 3 years.

Training Location

Portadown, Northern Ireland - on-site or at our training centre.