Who it's aimed at? This course has been designed to provide candidates with the knowledge and practical skills required to carry out or supervise street works safely and compliantly under the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA). Successful completion leads to registration on the Street Works Qualification Register (SWQR) and are issued a Street Works card valid for five years. Ideal for: Experienced Operatives and Supervisors Operatives involved in undertaking NRSWA operations Supervisors responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance NRSWA operations Entry Requirements Industry experience in undertaking New Roads & Street works (NRSWA) operations. Candidates must be physically able to undertake practical tasks (Operatives) Course Contents Operative Units  Supervisor Units LA – Location and Avoidance of Underground Apparatus LA – Location and Avoidance of Underground Apparatus O1 – Signing, Lighting & Guarding S1 – Monitoring Signing, Lighting & Guarding O2 – Excavation in the Highway S2 – Monitoring Excavation in the Highway O3 – Reinstatement & Compaction of Backfill Materials S3 – Monitoring Reinstatement & Compaction of Backfill Materials O3 – Reinstatement & Compaction of Backfill Materials S4 – Monitoring Reinstatement of Sub‑base & Road base O5 – Reinstatement of Cold‑lay Bituminous Materials S5 – Monitoring Reinstatement of Bituminous Materials O8 – Reinstatement of Modular Surfaces & Concrete Footways S7 – Monitoring Reinstatement of Modular Surfaces & Concrete Footways   Additional Unit available:  O6 – Reinstatement of Hot‑lay Bituminous Materials Assessments Knowledge Assessment: On-line test for each unit covering learning points from the associated unit. Practical Assessment: Risk Assessment of works associated with NRSWA works Use of cable avoidance tools (CAT & Genny) Setting out a compliant signing, lighting, and guarding layout. Carry out safe excavation on the highway Carry out correct reinstatement and compaction of backfill materials Carry out correct reinstatement of sub-base & road base in non-bituminous materials Carry out correct reinstatement in Cold Lay Bituminous Materials Carry out correct reinstatement of modular surfaces and concrete footway Demonstrating safe working practices and correct equipment use. Supervisors are assessed on monitoring operatives undertaking above tasks. Course Duration This is a 5 day course and delivered by our training partner, Your Utility Training and Assessment. What to bring on the day You will require to bring photographic ID to confirm your identity (Passport or driving licence). If you are attending a course that involves practical aspects, you will require to bring your full PPE for workshop activities. Evidence of previous / current industry relevant qualifications may also be required (NRSWA Card, qualification certificates). Benefits of undertaking a qualification and progression Opportunities Showcase your competence: Gain accreditation for the skills you’ve developed with a qualification, recognised across the UK.  The Operative Award qualifies someone to carry out street works; the Supervisor Award qualifies someone to oversee and ensure compliance with those works. Both lead to registration on the Street Works Qualification Register (SWQR) and issue a Street Works card valid for five years. This qualification also supports career progression and could also open doors to additional qualifications.   Terms and Conditions When you make an enquiry you will receive a quotation which will be provided to the booker for acceptance and approval. This will be followed by an email containing your invoice and joining instructions which includes important information such as course timings and venue details.

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