This course provides essential training and assessment for delegates involved in the installation, inspection, and removal of timber, steel, and proprietary excavation support systems.
The curriculum is based on National Occupational Standards and aligns with the relevant guidelines, including HSE HSG150, HSE HSG47, R97 CIRIA Trenching Practice, and the City & Guilds Level 2 Awards in Excavation Support Systems (6146-21).
Delegates will gain an understanding of the hazards and risks associated with excavation work and learn the principles of using various ground retention systems.
The course includes hands-on practical training, allowing delegates to practice the installation of ground support systems in a realistic training environment.
Need to refresh your qualification? Find our refresher course here
This course is delivered on behalf of HSS Training by one of our trusted third-party suppliers, who are a registered EUSR-approved provider.
- 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
Managers, supervisors, safety professionals, and/or operatives who are required to oversee or carry out work in or around excavations. This course is essential for those who physically install, inspect, or remove shoring systems and haven’t had any formal training, in order to minimise risk to yourself and those around you.
As a company that is committed to providing high quality services to all our clients, we will always aim to make reasonable adjustments ensuring all individuals receive the required help they need. Click here to learn more
Delegates successfully completing this course will receive an EUSR photo ID card with this qualification stated on the back of the card.
This course provides essential training and assessment for delegates involved in the installation, inspection, and removal of timber, steel, and proprietary excavation support systems.
The curriculum is based on National Occupational Standards and aligns with the relevant guidelines, including HSE HSG150, HSE HSG47, R97 CIRIA Trenching Practice, and the City & Guilds Level 2 Awards in Excavation Support Systems (6146-21).
Delegates will gain an understanding of the hazards and risks associated with excavation work and learn the principles of using various ground retention systems.
The course includes hands-on practical training, allowing delegates to practice the installation of ground support systems in a realistic training environment.
Need to refresh your qualification? Find our refresher course here
This course is delivered on behalf of HSS Training by one of our trusted third-party suppliers, who are a registered EUSR-approved provider.
- 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
Managers, supervisors, safety professionals, and/or operatives who are required to oversee or carry out work in or around excavations. This course is essential for those who physically install, inspect, or remove shoring systems and haven’t had any formal training, in order to minimise risk to yourself and those around you.
As a company that is committed to providing high quality services to all our clients, we will always aim to make reasonable adjustments ensuring all individuals receive the required help they need. Click here to learn more
Delegates successfully completing this course will receive an EUSR photo ID card with this qualification stated on the back of the card.
