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Course Objectives |
To enable
course members to:
- Understand the hazards involved in
any work that results in penetration of the ground
- Understand the background to
relevant Health & Safety legislation
- Carry out pre-start checks before
use of equipment
- Demonstrate handling and use of CAT
& Genny with correct ground sweeping procedure
- Correctly store equipment after use.
- Complete course assessment
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Who is the Course For? |
Cable detection is an essential
requirement for anyone involved in any operation that involves breaking
ground surface. This includes not only those using plant and machinery but
also fencing operatives and those involved in felling large trees
(hardwoods) that can penetrate the ground with limbs when they fall |
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Duration/Format |
One day - 6 hours (inclusive of health and safety) |
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Instructor/Trainee Ratio |
Max:
1:8 Min: |
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Course Content |
- Introduction
- Health and Safety legislation
- Pre-start checks of equipment
- Use of CAT
- Use of CAT with Genny
- Techniques of ground sweeping and
marking of cables
- Storage
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Facilities/Equipment required: |
Venue
- Warm, well lit room with adequate tables and chairs in open U,
lighting and power points. Washroom and toilet facilities.
- Site near the training room for the practical sessions
- Cat & Genny equipment; service plans for test area.
Trainee
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