This course is ideal for managers, supervisors, safety professionals and/or operatives who are required to oversee or carry out work in or around excavations including installation, inspection and removal of shoring systems.
Course Aim:
This course includes both theoretical and practical assessments in order to increase the knowledge required for those working to safely excavate.
Learning Outcomes:
On completion of this course attendees will:
Interpret utility drawings and identify symbols and coded information.
Ensure all necessary location, marking and site safety provisions have been carried out correctly prior to any excavation work commencing.
Differentiate between soil types and recognise suitable ground systems.
Identify the dangers and hazards associated with excavations and create appropriate risk assessments.
Select and use safe digging tec.
Be able to install, Inspect and Remove Steel and Proprietary support Systems.
Assessment method:
Classroom based training
Practical Demonstration
Accreditation:
On successfully completing the course, delegates receive their EUSR accredited certificate valid for 3 years.