Sygma Solutions is the foremost provider of comprehensive training programmes in the location of underground services, and we are revolutionising the excavation industry with our cutting-edge CAT training. By equipping operatives with the necessary skills to detect underground services before commencing excavation work, we enhance safety and efficiency in construction projects.
Undertaking excavation work without proper knowledge of the location of underground services can lead to disastrous consequences. Striking a telecoms cable can result in serious disruption to businesses, but striking an electricity cable or gas pipe can be fatal. At Sygma Solutions we understand the necessity of accurate underground service location and identification.
The CAT, short for Cable Avoidance Tool, is an essential device used to locate buried utilities such as power cables, gas pipelines, and telecoms. Through comprehensive training, we ensure safe excavation practices.
Our CAT training plays a major role in minimising the risks associated with excavating near underground services. Our training courses emphasise the importance of thorough site surveys and the proper use of the CAT to identify buried utilities accurately. By training operatives in these fundamental skills, we aim to prevent accidental utility strikes, which can cause service disruptions, delays, and potential harm to workers and the environment. Investing in our training not only mitigates safety risks but also safeguards project timelines and budgets by avoiding costly incidents.
We offer a comprehensive range of courses tailored to meet the diverse needs of operatives across various industries. From basic CAT operation to advanced techniques, our company’s experienced trainers ensure that operatives gain the necessary knowledge and skills to confidently navigate underground service detection challenges. With hands-on practical exercises and interactive classroom sessions, we ensure that operatives are proficient in interpreting CAT data, understanding utility plans, and employing safe digging practices.
Sygma Solutions’ CAT training programs have become an invaluable resource for operatives engaged in excavation. By equipping professionals with the skills to accurately detect and identify underground services, we enable safer and more efficient excavation practices. With our comprehensive training solutions, construction workers can progress with confidence, knowing that potential utility strikes are minimised, and safety remains a top priority.
In the quest for secure excavation practices, our CAT training is a crucial investment for companies looking to protect their workers, avoid costly incidents, and ensure project success.
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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
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1 Day Mala GPR Module 1 – Theory & Practical
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Location: Sygma Solutions training centre, Wigan
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1 Day Mala GPR Module 2 – Post processing
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Location: Sygma Solutions training centre, Wigan
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2 Day GPR – All Manufacturers
Location: Sygma Solutions training centre, Wigan
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5 Day TSA & ICES Approved 5 Day Utility Mapping Course
Location: Sygma Solutions training centre, Wigan
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Location: Worcester
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1 Day Public Genny & CAT Course
Cost: £175 plus VAT
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Level 3 Utility Mapping Qualification – All Online
Cost: £275 PLUS REG FEE
Location: Online
Dates: To suit
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
Cost – contact us
Location: Sygma Solutions training centre, Wigan
2nd – 6th June 2025 Limited Availability
28th July – 1st August 2025 Limited Availability
Sygma PAS 128 Utility Surveyor Training Including Proqual Level 3 Utility Mapping and Surveying
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Location: Sygma Solutions training centre, Wigan
28th April – 2nd May 2025 Limited Availability
12th – 16th May 2025 Limited Availability
14th – 18th July 2025 Limited Availability
11th – 15th August 2025
8th – 12th September 2025
29th September – 3rd October 2025
27th – 31st October 2025
24th – 28th November 2025
8th – 12th December 2025
Level 3 Utility Mapping and Surveying Public Course
Location: Sygma Solutions training centre, Wigan
28th – 29th April 2025 Limited Availability
12th – 13th May 2025 Limited Availability
14th – 15th July 2025 Limited Availability
11th – 12th August 2025
8th – 9th September 2025
29th – 20th September 2025
27th – 28th October 2025
24th – 25th November 2025
8th – 9th December 2025
GPS Course & Total Station Introduction
This is a 2 day dedicated GPS course with an introduction to Total Station
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