Training In The Use Of The Vivax Metrotech VLoc Pro

The Vivax Metrotech VLoc Pro is an advanced tool that helps operators to quickly and accurately detect buried utilities. The Vloc Pro uses dual core processing and co-located antennae to ensure optimal performance. Vloc training is vital in order to learn how to use the tool to its’ fullest effect, and at the same time understand its’ limitations.

There are far too many cable strikes in the UK from contractors digging without being fully aware of cables and utilities underneath, the type of utility, and the depth at which it is located. Even one cable strike would be one too many, but the fact is that there are thousands every year, many ending in serious injury, and there are a dozen or so deaths every year as well. Professional Vloc Pro training can help to avoid some of these dreadful incidents.

Considerable emphasis is put on classroom Vivax training so that the operatives understand the need for surveying underground utilities, together with the guidelines of HSG47, and how they should conduct a survey to comply with the rules. Operatives should learn how to understand buried services STATS plans in order to gain some idea of the routes of underground utilities. They also learn about electromagnetic theory and the way that it is used in locating buried pipes and cables.

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Bespoke Vivax Training from Sygma Solutions

Understanding the leading industry equipment and processes is a highly important part of any operative’s career. Regardless of the client, location or application, being able to conduct operations with confidence and knowledge is a cornerstone of solid utility location and avoidance.

Training

When searching for courses or vivax training programmes that offer guidance and experience in this area, it is incredibly important to look for practical experience in addition to theoretical knowledge of application methods. Topics that may be covered will vary depending on your course, but the fundamentals will stay the same regardless of which training partner you choose.

Understanding different types of service plans, health, safety and financial implications and national legislation relating to avoidance of danger from underground services will be a part of any respected training programme.

Remember that training courses will usually require delegates to bring their own cable location equipment. Even if this is provided, the make and model may be different to what you will use so it might be better to come with your own equipment.

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