Course details

Our two day CSCS Location of Underground Services course aims to ensure learners are competent to plan, organise, manage & undertake work, where there is a risk of contact with underground energy sources or services using cable avoidance tools & signal generators.

Course Objectives:

On completion of this course the learners will;

Understand the types of services & hazards likely to be encountered when breaking ground

Learn to use Cable Avoidance Tools & Signal Generators (CAT & GENNY) to locate, pinpoint & trace underground services

Understand the practice of “Safe Digging” when undertaking Excavations or Trial holes

Demonstrate ability to safely conduct activities in accordance with legislation & the HSA Approved Code of Practice for “Avoiding Danger from Underground Services”

Course Programme:

Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act 2005

HSA Approved Code of Practice for “Avoiding Danger from Underground Services”

Risk Assessment – Safe Systems of Work – Planning the Work

Training Methods:

Classroom based presentation on power-point with some practical experience of locating underground services.

Who Should Attend?

Those employees (i.e. Managers, supervisors & operatives) who are required to plan, organise, manage or undertake work, where there is a risk of contact with hazardous underground energy sources or services.

Additional Information:

  • Maximum of 8 learners
  • SOLAS CSCS Identity Card & FETAC certification will be awarded to those who successfully complete & pass this two day course
  • Learners must have an up to date Safe Pass Card & their own PPE (e.g. Safety Footwear etc….)
  • Price on application. We can also offer group discounts.
Updated on 08 November, 2015

About Navan Safety Training Centre

National Training Solutions was established in 2008. We are a training company specialising in professional development training including safety in the workplace. Our friendly and dedicated Training Support Team are ready to offer advice and guidance on training courses and our highly qualified and experienced Tutors are ready and waiting to pass on their knowledge and skills to our learners.

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