Health And Safety Cable Avoidance

  • Course Code MS-11
  • Duration 1 day
  • Learners8Max

To provide participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to locate and trace underground apparatus such as water, electric and gas mains and service connections.

Objectives

By the end of this course the participants will be able to:

  • Demonstrate basic principles of electronic pipe location
  • Operate and use of inductive and conductive pipe locators
  • Interpret plans and records
  • Operate and use of non metallic pipe locators
  • Be able to maintain equipment
  • Describe safe working conditions and requirements relating to handling of tools and equipment
Method

The course will consist of a mixture of classroom based tuition and practical exercises.

Pre Course Requirements

The course involves some practical work. Participants are requested to bring their own overalls, waterproof jacket and safety boots.

Who Should Attend?

Operatives and supervisors who need to have the knowledge and skills to locate and trace underground apparatus.