1 Day
Face to Face
£250 +VAT, per person
8 maximum
Course Overview
Our EUSR approved Safe Digging Practices scheme enables delegates to develop a thorough understanding of both general and specific legislation, as well as the guidelines governing safe excavation practices.
They will learn to identify good and poor working practices and gain the skills necessary to carry out or interpret risk assessments and permits to work, enabling them to implement safe digging practices through hand digging techniques.
The EUSR Category 2 Implement Safe (Digging) Excavating Practices standard is aligned with the following National Occupational Standards:
- EUSEPUS043: Carry out Excavation Work on Underground Cables in Electricity Power Environments
- EUSMUNC07: Excavate and Maintain Holes and Trenches for Utility Networks Construction
- EUSGNC007: Excavate and Maintain Holes and Trenches for Complex Operations in Gas Network Construction
It also incorporates relevant requirements from key HSE guidance documents:
- HSG47 Avoiding Danger from Underground Services
- HSG150 Health and Safety in Construction
Prerequisites:
There are no formal prerequisites for the course. However, it is advisory for learners to attend and obtain the EUSR Category 1 Locate Utility Services (HSG 47) qualification prior.
Who should attend:
This qualification is essential for operatives and supervisors who are responsible for carrying out or overseeing excavation activities.
Assessment:
Practical Assessment & Multiple Choice Question Assessment
Certification:
EUSR Registration Valid for 3 Years
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