It is a fact that there are far too many cable strikes by operatives engaged in groundwork throughout the UK. One cable strike is one too many, but according to one widely reported set of figures there are approximately 4 million excavations in the UK every year resulting in some 60,000 cable strikes! To be fair, the source of the figures is unknown, but it is not thought to include all works or annual variations.
According to Zurich Insurance figures from 2014 there are some 600 serious injuries and 12 deaths on average every year from cable strikes. A large number of these are a result of cables not being located before groundworks commence, but at least one major company was fined a considerable amount for serious injury sustained by one of its’ subcontractors employees a year or so ago when the company had actually carried out surveillance work. The employee hit the very 11,000 volt cable that the surveillance had noted, but the company had failed to pass on the information to the subcontractor!
Notwithstanding that sort of carelessness, there are still far too many cable strikes because operatives do not fully understand how to locate them. This is why the CATSCAN training from Sygma Solutions is such a vital weapon in the war against accidents caused by utility strikes. Not only do cable strikes cause serious injuries and deaths, but they also impinge seriously on the contractor concerned. There is immediate downtime, and the cost of repairs can run into thousands. Furthermore, a serious cable strike can cause lasting damage to the reputation of a contractor, resulting in a considerable loss of future contracts.
This is why underground utility strike training is essential for all contractors whose operatives are involved in groundwork, which is the majority of them. Certainly, if you are involved in brickwork, painting and decorating, carpentry, and a few other skills, you may not need to do any digging. However, very many contractors do, and it is critical that their operatives have the skills to locate and avoid underground utilities.
The CATSCAN course provided by Sygma Solutions is like no other in the depth to which it goes. We believe firmly in the use of the Genny and we teach operatives how to use all of its’ capabilities and not just some of them. Furthermore, we also train operatives in the limitations of the tool so that they are aware that in some instances a negative result does not mean that there is no cable there.
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PAS128 Utility Mapping Training Modules mapped to CICES competencies
– 2 days
Module 1 – Pas 128 Level D &C training to include level 3 assessment – CICES GEUS01 A-D
– 3 Days
Module 2 – PAS128 Level B Training – can include Level 4 assessment – CICES GUES01 E-I
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2 Day Advanced EM Course (RD8100/8200 & VIVAX)
In depth course covering electromagnetic locators, theory and intensive practical on our real world training site.
Cost: £295 per person
Location: Sygma Solutions training centre, Wigan
30th – 31st May 2024
23rd – 24th July 2024
5th – 6th September 2024
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1 Day Mala GPR Module 1 – Theory & Practical
Cost: FOC
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1 Day Mala GPR Module 2 – Post processing
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2 Day GPR – All Manufacturers
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5 Day TSA & ICES Approved 5 Day Utility Mapping Course
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Location: Worcester
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1 Day Public Genny & CAT Course – Can include ProQual Level 2 Qualification as an option
Cost: £175 plus VAT
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Level 3 Utility Mapping Qualification – All Online
Cost: £275 PLUS REG FEE
Location: Online
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Level 5 Diploma Utility Mapping Qualification – Online Workbooks – followed by assessment
Cost £1100 PLUS REG FEE
Location: Sygma Solutions training centre or your site
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Open level 5 assessment dates at Sygma Solutions, Wigan
Level 5 Diploma Utility Mapping Qualification – in 5 days
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Location: Sygma Solutions training centre, Wigan
Dates:
3rd – 7th June 2024
1st – 5th July 2024
Sygma PAS 128 Utility Surveyor Training Including Proqual Level 3 Utility Mapping and Surveying
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Location: Sygma Solutions training centre, Wigan
15th – 19th April 2024 Limited spaces available
20th – 24th May 2024
10th – 14th June 2024
8th – 12th July 2024
Level 3 Utility Mapping and Surveying Public Course
24th – 25th June 2024
1st – 2nd July 2024
24th – 25th September 2024
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GPS Course & Total Station Introduction
This is a 2 day dedicated GPS course with an introduction to Total Station
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