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Posted By Kris Kelly
Hi,
I have noticed an increased number of cable / pipe damages at work, due to our operatives drilling through walls.
I am being told by my operational department that Cable Dectector tools are not a practical solution to the problem!!!!!
Has any body had experience with this before or used cable detectors on site???
Please advise... Thanks
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Posted By Raymond Rapp
Kris
Cable avoidance detectors and service drawings are the main means of preventing contact with buried services. There particular types that are suitable for detecting pipes and electric cables in walls.
Ray
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Posted By b318isp
So what do they propose as a "practical" solution? The risk of electrocution by a fixed cable installation or sudden release of pressure from a pipe would define the need for a for commonly used and simple detector.
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Posted By Lee Mac
Kris
I have encountered protests in the past from ops regarding detectors not working properly.
I tried it and found that it was working fine. Turned out the guys (Subcontractor) were not trained in the use of the tool. I trained them on the use of the specific avoidance tool and quizzed them a number of times after the training with no issues being raised.
On other occasions I have found the instruments were not calibrated so giving inaccurate readings.
Lee
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Posted By Kris Kelly
Thanks Lee
This is my exact problem; the ops team say the tools don't work!
I have ordered a unit myself to visit site and have a practice :) this way i will have evidence to support my recommendations.
Thanks for your help.
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