Civil Safety Now Offering CAT & Genny Function Testing Services

We are excited to announce that we are now fully qualified to provide Radio Detection eCERT and function testing on the CAT4 range. Supporting our clients in improving site safety, reducing risk and ensuring they meet their legal and operational responsibilities is at the heart of what we do, so being able to offer this service is another way we can do this.

This new service strengthens our commitment to improving underground utility detection safety and helping businesses avoid costly and dangerous utility strikes.

What is CAT & Genny Equipment?

CAT (Cable Avoidance Tool) and Genny (signal generator) devices are essential safety tools used in the construction, civil engineering and utilities sectors.

When used together, they allow operatives to:

• Detect underground cables and pipes
• Trace buried utilities with greater accuracy
• Reduce the risk of accidental strikes during excavation

Using a CAT alongside a Genny therefore improves detection, making it an invaluable combination for safe digging practices.

Why Function Testing Matters

Workers who use Radio Detection CAT and Genny devices rely on them to help prevent serious incidents, meaning it’s important they are working correctly at all times.

According to guidance from Radio Detection, these tools should undergo regular functional checks, performance verification and annual servicing and calibration.

Proper testing is key to ensuring the equipment gives accurate readings, as inaccurate readings could potentially lead to utility strikes, site delays, injuries, or even fatalities.

What Does CAT & Genny Function Testing Involve?

Through this new service we ensure your equipment is operating safely and effectively through a series of structured checks, including:

Functional Testing

• Verifying all operating modes are working correctly
• Ensuring signal detection is accurate and consistent
• Testing responsiveness and sensitivity controls

Performance Verification

• Confirming the device can detect a Genny signal at appropriate distances
• Checking signal strength behaviour and audio feedback
• Validating overall performance against expected standards

Physical Inspection

• Examining casing, seals and components for damage
• Checking battery condition and contacts
• Ensuring labels, connections and accessories are intact

Genny Testing

• Testing both induction and direct connection modes
• Verifying output consistency
• Comparing readings against known reference values where required

Supporting Compliance and Best Practice

Function testing is not just good practice or a box ticking exercise. It plays a key role in helping businesses meet their legal duties under health and safety legislation.

Regular testing demonstrates a business is carrying out the necessary due diligence, reduces the likelihood of underground service strikes, protects workers and members of the public and avoids costly project delays and repairs.

It also complements annual servicing and certification, forming part of a comprehensive equipment maintenance programme.

Why Choose Civil Safety?

By choosing Civil Safety for your eCERT and function test, you benefit from:

• Qualified and competent testing personnel
• Thorough, structured testing procedures
• Clear documentation and reporting
• A trusted partner in site safety and compliance

We have extensive experience in construction and civil engineering environments and offer a range of services designed to keep your operations safe, efficient and compliant.

Book Your CAT & Genny Testing Today

If your organisation relies on CAT and Genny equipment, you need to be confident that it is functioning correctly.

Contact Civil Safety today to arrange your CAT & Genny function testing. Call 01480 220610  or email info@civilsafety.co.uk