Cat and Genny
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Excavation work creates a serious risk when underground services remain unidentified. Buried cables, pipes and other utilities often run beneath construction sites. Cat and Genny training teaches you how to locate these services before excavation begins.
This Cat and Genny training course explains how cable avoidance tools and signal generators help identify underground utilities. You learn how to detect buried services, trace cable routes and apply safe working practices when operating near underground infrastructure.
The course follows guidance from HSG47 and focuses on preventing cable strikes during excavation. You develop the knowledge required to identify buried utilities, interpret signals and operate detection equipment safely on site.
Successful completion confirms your understanding of cable avoidance procedures and provides certification to demonstrate your competence.
A CAT, or cable avoidance tool, detects electromagnetic signals from buried cables and pipes. These signals allow operators to locate underground services before digging begins.
A Genny, or signal generator, works with the CAT to improve detection. The generator applies a signal to buried utilities, which allows the CAT to trace their location beneath the ground.
These cable locators help identify power cables, telecoms lines, water pipes and other underground services. Correct use of CAT and Genny equipment allows operators to detect buried utilities and confirm their route across a work site.
Buried services create significant danger during excavation work. Power cables, gas pipelines and telecommunications lines often run beneath construction sites.
Damage to these services causes cable strikes, which create safety risks and disrupt essential utilities. Excavation teams must identify buried utilities before digging to reduce these risks.
Cat and Genny training explains how to locate cables and pipes using cable avoidance equipment. The training also explains how signals travel through underground utilities and how operators interpret these signals to confirm the route of buried services.
Understanding these procedures helps workers avoid danger and protect underground infrastructure.
The course explains the principles behind cable avoidance and underground service detection.
You learn how cable avoidance tools operate and how signal generators support the detection of buried utilities. The training explains how radio signals interact with underground cables and how detection equipment identifies these signals.
The course also explains how to interpret site drawings and utility plans before excavation begins. Understanding these plans helps operators identify areas where buried services may exist.
These topics give you the knowledge required to locate cables and pipes and reduce the risk of cable strikes on site.
The training includes a practical element which allows you to operate cable avoidance equipment in a controlled environment.
You learn how to use the CAT to detect signals from buried utilities and trace the route of underground cables. The training also explains how to apply a signal generator to improve detection accuracy.
Practical exercises allow you to identify buried services and practise tracing cable routes beneath the ground. This experience helps operators understand how signals behave and how to locate utilities safely before excavation begins.
These practical skills support safe working practice when operating near underground infrastructure.
Cat and Genny training supports professionals involved in excavation or ground works.
Ground workers, utilities contractors and construction teams benefit from learning how to locate underground services before digging begins. Site supervisors responsible for safety on construction projects also gain valuable knowledge from the course.
Operators who work near buried utilities need to understand cable avoidance procedures and equipment usage. The training helps these professionals develop the knowledge required to work safely around underground services.
You can arrange Cat and Genny training with Jason Rowley Training for individuals or site teams.
The course provides the knowledge required to locate buried utilities, detect cables and pipes and operate cable avoidance tools safely before excavation work begins.
Contact Jason Rowley Training today to check course availability or arrange training for your team.
You receive a Cat and Genny certificate after successful completion of the training.
The certificate confirms your knowledge of cable avoidance tools, signal generator equipment and safe procedures for locating buried utilities. It demonstrates your understanding of HSG47 guidance and excavation safety practices.
Cat and Genny training focuses specifically on using Cable Avoidance Tools (CAT) and Signal Generators (Genny) to locate buried utilities. Unlike other utility location methods, Cat and Genny technology detects electromagnetic signals from underground cables and pipes. This system is highly accurate for identifying power cables, telecoms lines, and water pipes, helping operators avoid cable strikes and damage during excavation. This training also emphasises the importance of following HSG47 guidance to prevent accidents on site.
Cat and Genny equipment can detect most types of underground services, including power cables, water pipes, gas pipelines, telecom lines, and drainage systems. However, the effectiveness of the detection depends on the type of utility, the surrounding soil conditions, and the depth of the service. Certain materials, such as plastic pipes, may not emit strong electromagnetic signals, making them more challenging to detect. Training ensures you understand the limitations and how to get the best results in varying conditions.
Cat and Genny training teaches operators how to accurately use cable avoidance tools to locate buried utilities before excavation begins. By learning to detect electromagnetic signals from underground services, workers can identify the exact location of cables and pipes, significantly reducing the risk of accidental damage. The training also covers best practices for marking out the utilities and using the equipment in different site conditions, ensuring a safer work environment.
Cat and Genny training is essential for anyone involved in excavation work or ground digging. This includes ground workers, construction teams, utilities contractors, site supervisors, and anyone responsible for overseeing or carrying out excavation activities. The training is particularly important for those who work near buried utilities to ensure they understand how to safely identify and avoid potential hazards during excavation.
The duration of a Cat and Genny training course typically depends on the level of certification and the provider. Most basic courses last around one full day, with a mix of theory and practical elements. More advanced or specialised courses may take longer. The course covers essential topics like how to use the CAT and Genny equipment, site safety, and interpreting utility plans. Some training providers also offer tailored courses for teams or on-site training, which can be arranged based on your needs.
The key benefits of Cat and Genny training include:
