This course is suited for managers, supervisors, safety professionals, or operatives tasked with supervising or conducting work in or around excavations, which may involve installing, inspecting, or removing shoring systems.
Prerequisites:
Candidates are required to bring appropriate Personal Protective Equipment, including safety boots, helmet, gloves, hi-vis coat or vest, and hearing protection.
EUSR photo ID card with qualification stated on the back of the card.
Course Aim:
This course covers theoretical and practical aspects of excavation work, addressing the associated hazards. It involves practical training and assessments conducted in a live excavation setting, focusing on the installation of ground support systems.
Learning Outcomes:
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
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
Assessment method:
Performance Criteria Assessment
Practical Demonstration
Theory Training
Accreditation:
On successfully completing the course, delegates receive their EUSR accredited certificate valid for 3 years.