CABWI Location of underground services – LA (CAT and Genny)

Who should attend?

This course is aimed at street works operatives and supervisors whose role involves locating underground apparatus on the roads and highways.

Course Aim:

This course will teach candidates how to use cable avoidance equipment (CAT & Genny) on roads and pathways to avoid underground apparatus.

Learning Outcomes:

In order to successfully complete the NRSWA Unit LA, candidates must be able to:

• Interpret utility plans and point out the ground where the services are and interpret the symbols on utility plans.
• Acknowledge a range of services commonly found when carrying out excavations.
• Identify the risks of damage to services and the implications of such damage to gas, water, and electricity.
• Use cable location equipment to find and trace underground services.
• Describe services that cannot be found with conventional cable location equipment.
• Conduct activities safely.
• Provide sufficient evidence of knowledge through oral/written questions.

Certification:

Delegates successfully completing the Location and Avoidance of Underground Apparatus course will be awarded a CABWI Certificate and Street Works Qualifications Register (SWQR) ID card. This certification lasts for 5 years.