Cat & Genny Course
NRSWA Unit LA Location and avoidance of underground apparatus 1 day course
To find out when our next scheduled open course dates are in your area, please call us on 0333 301 0226 or contact us here.
Who is the course for
The 1-day NRSWA Unit LA Location and avoidance of underground apparatus course is for anyone who needs to safely locate and avoid underground apparatus that will include electrical cables, gas pipes, water mains and fiber optics. Also know as the cat and genny, and previously known as Streetworks Unit 1 course - it is for both Streetworks operatives and supervisors.
The 1-day NRSWA Unit LA Location and avoidance of underground apparatus course is for anyone who needs to safely locate and avoid underground apparatus that will include electrical cables, gas pipes, water mains and fiber optics. Also know as the cat and genny, and previously known as Streetworks Unit 1 course - it is for both Streetworks operatives and supervisors.
Delivery
The course is delivered through a combination of classroom learning and practical activities in 1 day. You will then be required to complete assessments and a timed online exam for the unit.
The course is delivered through a combination of classroom learning and practical activities in 1 day. You will then be required to complete assessments and a timed online exam for the unit.
Outcome
After successful completion of the course you will be awarded a certificate from the awarding body, from one of the following; CABWI, SQA, Lantra or City and Guilds. You will then be registered on the Street Works Qualifications Register (SWQR), and you will receive your own SWQR ID card.
After successful completion of the course you will be awarded a certificate from the awarding body, from one of the following; CABWI, SQA, Lantra or City and Guilds. You will then be registered on the Street Works Qualifications Register (SWQR), and you will receive your own SWQR ID card.
How long does the qualification last
Your certificate and card are valid for 5 years and will show the unit you are qualified in to work on the roads.
Your certificate and card are valid for 5 years and will show the unit you are qualified in to work on the roads.
NRSWA Streetworks Location and avoidance of underground apparatus
The single unit 1 day course will qualify you in:
(Important: the number in brackets is the old streetworks unit number)
- LA (01) – Location & avoidance of underground apparatus
Why choose us?
Trainers and training centres nationwide
CABWI certificate
Start work right away
Weekend or weekday training for groups
Experienced UK trainers
5 year certificate
Includes all fees: exam, registration and certification
Group training on your site
Fast certification
Top Rated Streetworks Training
Our Streetworks Training is consistently rated 5 stars in post course feedback. Our team have completed NRSWA streetworks courses for the largest highway and construction companies in the UK including Transport for London, T&K Gallaghers, Breedon Group, Galliford Try, Morrisons Utilities, BT Openreach and many more.
Why choose us?
- Training available nationwide
- Group training on your site
- Dyslexic or find writing hard? Our flexible assessors can change aspects of the course to meet your needs
- Weekend courses
- Dedicated streetworks team
- Experienced assessors with 25+ years experience
- Highest pass rates
- Lowest prices guaranteed
- Fast certification
- Officially accredited provider
Fill in the form to get a free quote or call us:
Our Trainers Have Worked With
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can reschedule up to 14 days before any streetworks course.
Cancellation fees:
Within 14 days of course start date 100% of the total amount is due.
Outside of 14 days of the course there is no cancellation fee.
Within 14 days of course start date 100% of the total amount is due.
Outside of 14 days of the course there is no cancellation fee.
If you are a tree surgeon you need unit 01 for signing, lighting and guarding. There also need to be a supervisor on your site with unit S1.
If you are a tree surgeon that takes up trees then you must complete units LA and 01-05 and also have a supervisor on site with the equivalent qualifications.
If you are a tree surgeon that takes up trees then you must complete units LA and 01-05 and also have a supervisor on site with the equivalent qualifications.
You will need to do the full 5-day street works course
A full operative or supervisor course takes 5 days. A signing lighting and guarding course takes one day for either the operative or supervisor qualification. A Street works reassessment can be between 2 days and a half a day.
Yes the price includes all your certification and streetworks cards.
We can order a replacement card call 0333 301 0226.
You can complete a reassessment course with us up to 5 years after your cards expiry. The course can be completed in as little as half a day.
Yes we offer discounts for group bookings call 0333 301 0226.
The rules changes recently so you can do the reassessment course up to 5 years after your card expiry date.
No, the rules changed recently so the day your street works card runs out you are working illegally and your insurance may be invalid.
Yes we can complete training on your site for 6 or more delegates. We can also complete training on evenings and weekends to work around you. Call us on 0333 301 0226.
No, you would need also need the streetworks operative qualification.
Yes, however you need to have a streetworks supervisor present with the same units.
