Name: Cable Avoiding Tool CAT & Genny Operation - CITB Accredited Training Course
Start: 2026-10-01 08:30
End: 2026-10-01 12:30

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Date(s)
1st Oct 2026
at 08:30

Duration
1/2 Day

Price
£148.00 +VAT

Location
Leicester Training Centre
Webbs - Glenfield DBS,
The Old Rectorty,
Main Street,
Glenfield,
Leicester
LE3 8DG

Who is the course for?

The cable avoiding tool and signal generator (genny) are commonly used to locate underground cable and pipes on site, but they are often used by untrained staff. This could result in errors being made, and the possibility of accidents occurring. This course will enable delegates to understand fully the correct operation and functions of this equipment.

Course content includes:

Theory of cable location
Controls and display indications
Calibrating, and pre-use tests
Operation of power and radio modes
Compatibility between C.A.T. and genny
Operational techniques
Use of accessories supplied
Use with sonde
Accuracy of results

Completion of the course:
Delegates will take a short written test and receive a course handout summarizing the topics covered. Successful delegates will receive a training certificate and photo ID card.