Cable Avoidance Training in Gloucester

Cable Avoidance Training Near Gloucester

Gloucester is the county town of Gloucestershire and one of our closest service areas. We provide NPORS plant operator training to businesses and individuals across Gloucester city and the surrounding Gloucester Vale. Our NPORS cable avoidance training is available to operators and businesses in Gloucester and throughout Gloucestershire.

Our training centre at Newton Farm Business Park, Ashchurch, Tewkesbury is approximately 8 miles north of Gloucester city centre via the A38. Easy access from the M5 motorway at Junction 9.

About This Course

Striking underground cables, gas pipes, or water mains is a leading cause of serious injury and fatality in the construction industry. Our Cable Avoidance (CAT & Genny) Training course teaches operatives how to use cable avoidance tools correctly and safely before any ground-breaking work commences.

What You'll Learn

• Types of underground services and their hazards
• How CAT (Cable Avoidance Tool) and Genny work
• Survey techniques — radio frequency and signal modes
• Interpreting CAT readings and response depth
• Safe digging zones and hand dig requirements
• Dial Before You Dig and plans from utility companies

Who Is This Course For?

All ground-breaking workers including groundworkers, excavator operators, utility contractors, and maintenance teams. This course is suitable for Gloucester-based operators and businesses across Gloucestershire.