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Lantra Location and Avoidance of Underground Apparatus CAT01
Tuppco training specialise in delivering on-site training tailored to your needs, utilising your equipment at your premises.
COURSE DETAILS
Training Course Type
- On-site training and assessment
Novice Training Course Duration
1 day
Novice Candidate Numbers
8
Experience Worker Tests per day
8
Variation
- Location and avoidance of underground apparatus
- Signal generator only
- Underground location tool and signal generator
- Underground location tool only
Card Options
- 5-year LANTRA Awards traditional card & certificate
Minimum Age
16
Instructor
Bertie Tupper & Tuppco instructors
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FURTHER
INFORMATION
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What is a cable avoidance tool?
Cable Avoidance Tools assist in identifying the location of buried cables and pipes before excavation, reducing the risk of injury to personnel and damage to utilities.
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What does the Tuppco training course include?
- Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator
- Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular equipment to be used with other sources of information and relevant legislation
- Be able to locate and identify the controls of the machine and explain their functions
- Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturers and legislative requirements
- Configure the equipment for use
- Define underground services
- Know how to identify the different types of underground services
- Carry out detection tasks
- Identify the risks of excavating near to underground services, and the safe digging practices that should be adopted.
- Environmental considerations
- Storage and transport of cable avoidance tool
- Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures
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Venue and Equipment Requirements:
- Suitable and safe area to operate equipment
- Known underground services
- Suitable and safe area to complete paperwork
- Suitable welfare facilities
- Cable avoidance tool and genny
- Operators’ manual
- Risk assessment completed
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Practical assessment criteria
- Pre use and operational checks
- Demonstrate safe and efficient use of machines
- Demonstrate pinpointing and tracing in “P” mode
- Demonstrate pinpointing and tracing in “R” mode
- Demonstrate pinpointing and tracing in “A” mode
- Shut down and storage requirements
- Time allowed – N/A
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Where can Tuppco deliver onsite training courses?
Tuppco proudly delivers on-site training courses across a wide region of the South and Central UK. From Dorset, Somerset, and Wiltshire to Reading, Oxford, and Swindon, our team provides expert, accredited instruction at your workplace using your own equipment. We specialise in NPORS plant training, Lantra land-based and machinery courses, and Qualsafe first aid and health & safety training. Businesses across Berkshire, the Cotswolds, Hampshire, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Buckinghamshire, Cheltenham, and Northamptonshire rely on Tuppco for flexible, professional training solutions that minimise downtime and maximise compliance.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Objective Of Course
The objective of the Lantra CAT01 course with TUPPCO Training is to equip participants with the knowledge and practical skills to safely locate, identify, and avoid underground utilities, reducing the risk of accidents during excavation or groundworks.
Key Course Objectives:
- Understand the types and locations of underground apparatus
- Learn safe excavation and working procedures
- Develop competence in hazard identification and risk assessment
- Practise hands-on location and avoidance techniques
- Build confidence to work safely and in compliance with industry regulations
By the end of the course, learners will be fully prepared to identify and avoid underground apparatus hazards, ensuring safe excavation and operational efficiency.
What Will Be Awarded
Upon successful completion of the Lantra Location and Avoidance of Underground Apparatus (CAT01) course with TUPPCO Training, learners will receive a nationally recognised Lantra Awards certificate. This qualification confirms that participants have the knowledge and practical skills to safely locate and avoid underground utilities, ensuring safe excavation and work practices.
Your Award Will Include:
- Lantra Awards CAT01 Certificate
- Competence in identifying underground apparatus hazards
- Understanding of safe excavation practices, hazard assessment, and regulatory compliance
- Practical application of detection and avoidance techniques
- Nationally recognised certification
Who the Award Is For:
Ideal for construction workers, groundworkers, utility contractors, and anyone involved in excavation or working near underground services.
How Long The Course Can Take
The Lantra CAT01 course with TUPPCO Training is typically delivered over 1 day. The course combines theory and practical exercises to ensure learners understand underground apparatus risks and can work safely.
Course Duration Overview:
- Total training time: 1 day
- Covers theory, hazard recognition, and practical location/avoidance techniques
- Delivered by experienced TUPPCO Training instructors
- Flexible delivery options available, including on-site at your workplace or excavation site
Expert Training On Your Business Site
TUPPCO Training delivers the Lantra CAT01 course directly at your workplace or excavation site. On-site training ensures learners practice detection and avoidance techniques in real-world conditions, tailored to the risks and underground apparatus present at your location.
Why On-Site Training Works
- Tailored to Your Site: Training reflects the actual underground utilities and excavation environment.
- Flexible Scheduling: Courses can be arranged to suit operational requirements.
- Hands-On Practical Skills: Staff practise locating and avoiding underground apparatus safely.
- Cost-Effective: On-site delivery reduces travel and venue costs.
- Expert Instructors: Trainers provide practical experience and up-to-date safety knowledge.
Who Can Benefit:
- Construction and groundwork teams
- Utility and excavation contractors
- Site managers and supervisors
- Anyone required to work safely around underground apparatus
TUPPCO Training delivers this course anywhere in the UK, including the Cotswolds and surrounding areas.
FAQs
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Do I Receive A Certificate & Skills Card?
Yes! Upon successful completion of your course, you’ll receive an official certificate and skills card accredited by Lantra, NPORS or Qualsafe recognising your achievement and qualification.
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What Areas Do We Cover?
TUPPCO Training proudly provides expert first aid and workplace training across the Cotswolds, surrounding counties, and nationwide across the UK. We bring our trainers directly to your business, school, nursery, or organisation. Local Cotswold Areas We Cover- Cheltenham, Gloucester, Cirencester, Tewkesbury, Stroud, Stow-on-the-Wold, Moreton-in-Marsh, Bourton-on-the-Water Wider Regional & UK Coverage- We also cover Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Worcestershire, and all areas across the UK, ensuring flexible, high-quality training wherever you are located. If your area isn’t listed, just get in touch—TUPPCO Training travels nationwide.
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Where Do We Deliver Training?
All training is delivered at your site, farm, or another suitable location. We tailor each session to your environment to ensure it’s relevant and practical. Specific arrangements can be discussed in more detail upon request.
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Who Delivers Your Training?
Our training is delivered by Bertie Tupper and a team of fully qualified instructors who are accredited by Lantra, NPORS or Qualsafe. Each trainer brings real industry experience and a passion for helping learners build practical skills and confidence.
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