Cable Avoidance Training in Tewkesbury

Cable Avoidance Training Near Tewkesbury

Tewkesbury is our home town — Vally Plant Training is based at Newton Farm Business Park, Ashchurch, just outside Tewkesbury. Local operators and contractors benefit from our convenient central Tewkesbury location. Our NPORS cable avoidance training is available to operators and businesses in Tewkesbury and throughout Gloucestershire.

Our training centre is located at Newton Farm Business Park, Ashchurch, Tewkesbury GL20 7BE — just off the A46 near the M5 Junction 9 interchange. We are one of the most accessible plant training centres in the region.

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 Tewkesbury-based operators and businesses across Gloucestershire.