{"product_id":"cat-and-genny-cable-avoidance-course-widnes-cheshire","title":"CAT and Genny - Cable Avoidance Course in Widnes, Cheshire (Classroom)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCAT and Genny Course in Widnes, Cheshire\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CAT and Genny – Cable Avoidance course, delivered by Acadame's industry experts across the UK, equips operatives and supervisors with the essential knowledge to carry out cable avoidance operations and locate underground services safely and efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetecting underground utilities such as electricity and gas during excavation is crucial not only for the safety of workers but also to prevent costly delays and disruptions in construction and civil engineering projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is essential that anyone working on roadworks, whether as an operative or a supervisor, is fully trained in the use of a Cable Avoidance Tool (CAT) alongside a signal generator (Genny). These devices work together to detect signals emitted from hidden pipes and cables, ensuring excavation work is conducted safely and effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery Method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered in a classroom in Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 7EA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalf-day (5 hours 15 mins)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Completing this CAT and Genny Course Will Help You:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComprehensive Cat \u0026amp; Genny Training: Obtain essential knowledge and skills to safely operate Cable Avoidance Tools (CAT) and Signal Generators (Genny), ensuring the prevention of underground utility strikes and the safety of yourself and others in your organisation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegulatory Compliance Assurance: Ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards for underground utility detection by completing the Cat \u0026amp; Genny Course, minimising legal risks and promoting a safer working environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHazard Identification and Risk Assessment: Learn how to identify underground utilities and potential hazards, as well as implement effective risk assessment strategies to prevent accidents and damage to infrastructure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe Operating Procedures: Acquire practical skills and techniques for the safe operation of CAT and Genny equipment, including correct usage, calibration, and interpretation of signals, reducing the risk of utility strikes and associated injuries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmergency Response Preparedness: Increase your ability to respond effectively to utility strike incidents, including procedures for evacuation, emergency communication, and coordination with utility providers and emergency services.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest Practices and Equipment Maintenance: Increase awareness of best practices for underground utility detection and equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and longevity of CAT and Genny equipment, while promoting a culture of safety and professionalism within your organisation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CAT \u0026amp; Genny Operator course (Essentials) is designed for individuals who operate, supervise, or manage the use of Cable Avoidance Tools and Signal Generators in the workplace to minimise the risks associated with underground services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no formal prerequisites for this course, though prior knowledge of underground services, utility plans, and cable avoidance tools can be beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCourse Content\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTheory of cable location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControls and display indications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalibrating, and pre-use tests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperation of power and radio modes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatibility between C.A.T. and GENNY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperational techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse of accessories supplied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccuracy of results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMethods of Assessment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe method of assessment is a one-step journey:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 1. Multiple-choice Exam\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssessment will be by multiple-choice question paper at the end of the course. 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