EUSR Categories 3, 4 & 5 - Install, Inspect & Remove Timber, Steel and Proprietary Excavation Support Systems
Course Duration: 2 Days
Course Locations: Ashford, Blackridge, Bodelwyddan, Cannington, Colchester, Cwmgwili, Farnham, Fenny Compton, Hartlepool, Holywell, Irthlingborough, Iver, Leeds, Leyland, Llandarcy, Llanharry, Mawnan Smith, Neath, Redditch, Rochford, Stratford-upon-Avon, Weston-super-Mare, Wigan, Worksop.
Onsite Training also available subject to availability and necessary approvals
EUSR Categories 3, 4 & 5 - Install, Inspect & Remove Timber, Steel and Proprietary Excavation Support Systems
This safety course introduces the learner to the theoretical and practical dangers of excavation work. Examples of areas covered are but not limited to the HSE's HSG150, HSG 47 guidance, the Construction Industry Research and Information Associations report. Learners will become familiarised with the necessity for identifying various ground conditions, and will come to understand a variety of methods for utilising the appropriate ground retention system(s). This course also includes practical training and assessments while installing ground support systems in a live dig environment with a specific temporary works designs.
This construction course introduces the learner to the theoretical and practical sides of excavation safety. The course will introduce the learner to the legislation and HSE’s guidance documents for excavation safety, as well as identifying other sources of information.
- Identify the dangers and hazards associated with working in excavations
- Differentiate between soil types and conditions
- Recognise suitable ground retention systems
- Carry out risk assessments unique to excavations
- Recognise the hazards, and implement control measures for those hazards, such as specific PPE
- Be able to safely install, inspect, and remove timber, steel and proprietary shoring equipment with practical experience in doing so
- Interpret specific temporary works designs
EUSR is the recognised register of training and skills for the energy and utilities sector and is part of the Energy & Utility Skills Group. Most EUSR training schemes and programmes are built around standards developed in collaboration with industry employers. Others are aligned with nationally recognised occupational standards or qualifications.
Across all schemes, EUSR applies its expertise in training and assessment design to ensure each programme is both valid and relevant to current industry needs. Many courses in this section are delivered by highly experienced instructors with extensive sector knowledge. Training combines theoretical learning with practical assessment to ensure that the skills gained translate effectively to on-site performance and productivity.
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