The Essentials of Cable Avoidance: Uncovering Safety Underground

Did you know that beneath your feet, there’s a hidden network of utility lines, pipelines and cables? They ensure the seamless continuation of modern world functions but crisscross each other to form a maze. Due to this maze, it becomes essential for construction workers and other professionals involved in excavation and related activities to be careful of these invisible threats. These professionals must know cable avoidance and have the skills to use the required tools.

At Sygma Solutions Ltd, we offer comprehensive, tailored cable avoidance training to help professionals learn the skills of detecting and avoiding buried utility services, such as water mains, electric cables or gas lines. Working near these services without proper knowledge and precaution can lead to disruptions, financial loss and even accidents.

What is the importance of cable avoidance?

Safety – Safety is the first and foremost reason for avoiding cables and other utility services. If there are any accidental strikes on the buried utilities, it may result in severe injuries and damage to the property. By knowing how to detect and avoid these services, you can safeguard the infrastructure and save lives.
Legal compliance – In the UK and other parts of the world, cable avoidance is a legal requirement. Professionals are expected to carry out a thorough survey of the place before any construction or excavation work. During this survey, they must mark the areas with underground utilities to instruct the workers to avoid those areas. If anybody fails to do this, it may result in hefty fines.
Prevention of disruptions – Essential services might be disrupted if utility lines are struck during excavation or construction. This leads to financial losses and inconvenience. Hence, learning about cable avoidance is essential so you can prevent costly repairs and ensure the maintenance of the services.

Get cable avoidance training from Sygma Solutions Ltd

If you wish to become proficient in cable avoidance, you must undergo Sygma Solutions Ltd’s cable avoidance training. Our course offers hands-on experience with cable avoidance tools, including ground-penetrating radar, signal generators and cable locators. The tools are specifically designed to locate the presence of buried utility services.

Our training programme covers identifying different utilities, learning how to operate the right tools and gaining insights into safe working practices.

In summation, cable avoidance is a legal requirement and a safety standard. Contact Sygma Solutions Ltd to get enrolled.

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PAS128 Utility Mapping Training Modules mapped to CICES competencies

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Module 1 – Pas 128 Level D &C training to include level 3 assessment – CICES GEUS01 A-D

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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
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30th – 31st May 2024

23rd – 24th July 2024

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1 Day Mala GPR Module 1 – Theory & Practical

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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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1 Day Public Genny & CAT Course – Can include ProQual Level 2 Qualification as an option

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Level 3 Utility Mapping Qualification – All Online

Cost: £275 PLUS REG FEE
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Level 5 Diploma Utility Mapping Qualification – Online Workbooks – followed by assessment

Cost £1100 PLUS REG FEE
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Level 5 Diploma Utility Mapping Qualification – in 5 days

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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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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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