At Sygma Solutions we are sometimes asked why we provide so much training in the area of location and identification of underground services.
The answer is that, while you need a CAT and Genny, you can’t just go to a supplier and buy one of each, take them out of the box, and read the instructions. You have to learn how to use them in all their different modes, and you also have to learn that they have certain limitations. If you don’t understand what those limitations are, and you don’t know what to do in a given set of circumstances, you could land yourself in hot water.
It is much the same as learning to drive a car. Sure, you can go to the local dealer and buy a car, and it will come with a very thick book of instructions. But if you have never driven a car before, you are going to be a menace on the roads. You need to spend time with a driving instructor, and you have to pass a test in order to obtain a licence and be permitted to drive on the roads, and quite right too.
There are tests to pass in the use of the equipment for location of underground services, and if you want to work in certain areas, you have to pass them before you are permitted to. So, if you want to work on Heathrow Airport or HS2, just as a couple of examples, you need to be a Level 5 Utility Surveyor. This will also enable you to PAS128 Quality Level B surveys.
In addition, you need to use the approved tools. You can get thrown off site if you use the wrong ones.
In order to become a Level 5 Utility Surveyor and carry out Level 5 utility mapping, you already have to have obtained the Level 3 Utility Surveyor qualification. In order to obtain the Level 5 qualification, the necessary training can be undertaken at our training centre in Wigan, or it can also be carried out on your site if you prefer. In addition, we run training at The Survey School in Worcester. The training covers everything you need to know about geomatics and site surveying management.
Geomatics is a broad field and includes land surveying, underwater soundings (Bathometric information), LiDAR/photogrammetry from an airplane or UAV, and laser scanning. Land surveying is also a broad term, generally describing any activity involving property lines, property descriptions, property monumentation, or the historic documentation of any of the above. So, as you can see, there is a lot of information to learn and understand.
At Sygma Solutions we have a range of different options for you to obtain this qualification for Level 5 Utility Mapping, and it will depend largely on your experience. We are happy to provide a tailored training and assessment plan for each individual in order to minimise the amount of time off site and be cost effective.
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Open Days
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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
Location: Sygma Solutions training centre, Wigan
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1 Day Mala GPR Module 1 – Theory & Practical
Cost: FOC
Location: Sygma Solutions training centre, Wigan
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1 Day Mala GPR Module 2 – Post processing
Cost: FOC
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 – Can include ProQual Level 2 Qualification as an option
Cost: £175 plus VAT
Location: Sygma Solutions training centre, Wigan
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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
Dates: To suit
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
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
Location: Sygma Solutions training centre, Wigan
GPS Course & Total Station Introduction
This is a 2 day dedicated GPS course with an introduction to Total Station
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