EUSR CAT & Genny Course
Overview
Glanville Training offers a comprehensive EUSR-accredited CAT & Genny Course, focusing on the safe and effective use of the Signal Generator (Genny) and Cable Avoidance Tool (CAT). This specialised training is designed to support a wide range of professionals, including clients, designers, planning supervisors, employers, operators, managers, and supervisors. The course provides participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to carry out cable avoidance procedures safely and accurately, helping to reduce the risks associated with underground service strikes.
In the construction and utilities sectors, the correct use of cable avoidance tools is vital for health and safety, as well as for project efficiency. Striking buried services such as electricity cables, water pipes, or gas mains can have serious consequences, including life-threatening injuries, significant financial costs, service disruptions, and legal implications. The Cable Avoidance Tool (CAT), when used in conjunction with the Signal Generator (Genny), plays a key role in detecting and mapping underground utilities before excavation work begins. This allows workers to avoid damaging critical infrastructure, thereby minimising risks to personnel and reducing the likelihood of costly project delays.
Our course is built around the standards set out in the Health and Safety Executive’s HSG47 guidance, ensuring participants are trained to industry best practices when it comes to ground penetration work. Through a mix of theoretical learning and hands-on practical sessions, delegates gain a clear understanding of how to operate the CAT & Genny system, interpret readings correctly, and follow safety protocols. Whether used as part of a new excavation project or routine maintenance, the skills gained from this training are essential for maintaining safety and compliance on-site. Glanville Training’s EUSR CAT & Genny Course empowers professionals to work confidently and safely when locating underground services.
Upon successful completion of the course you will:
Course content
Upon successfully completing the course you will be awarded a certificate.
Your days will include a 15 minute break in the morning and afternoon, you will also be allowed a 30 minute break for lunch.
Ensure your bring your own lunch.
You must bring ID and provide your national insurance number.
You will need full PPE.
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Location
Glanville Training Academy Ltd - Plympton
Plympton Recycling and Transfer Station
Galileo Close, Newnham Industrial Estate
Plympton, Plymouth
Devon, PL7 4JW
Please contact us at least 48 hours before the day of training to advise us on any additional requirements that we may need to consider for the training to successfully take place.
Course cancellations made within 5 working days prior of the course date, or, where delegates fail to attend the training course on the course date, will be charged in full. All cancellations must be made in writing. Delegate substitutions may be made prior to the course start date giving written notice. (If any further information required please refer to T&Cs).
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