EUSR Understanding Safety in Excavations

Who Should Attend?

This programme is designed for managers, supervisors, safety professional and/or operatives who are required to oversee excavation activities.

Course Aim:

This theoretical safety course introduces the learner to the basics of working around excavations. Designed as an awareness course, particular emphasis is provided to key aspects of managing and/or overseeing excavation work.

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this course attendees will:

• • 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 related to excavations.
  • Recognise the hazards, and implement control measures for those hazards.
  • Understand current legislation, policies and procedures associated with safety in excavations.

Accreditation: 

On successfully completing the course, delegates receive their EUSR accredited certificate valid for 3 years.