EUSR Category 1 & Category 2 Training

This course is designed for those who are working around excavations to safely detect utility services using recognised and approved detection methods.

OBJECTIVES:

Delegates will be trained in how to correctly use a CAT and Genny to locate buried services, as well as being trained in safe excavating techniques.

DURATION:

This is a 1 and 1/2 Days course

EUSR CAT 1 & 2 COURSE CONTENT:

• Relevant legislation and how it relates to using equipment such as CAT and Genny
• The purpose of the CAT and Genny as they relate to construction works
• The purpose of carrying out an on-site survey of existing services and the different types of surveys available
• The correct PPE that workers need to wear
• How to identify different services from site plans and in-situ in the ground
• The hazards and risks of working in and around existing underground services
• The different functions of the CAT and what they mean
• The different functions of the Genny and what they mean
• Safe digging practices around underground services including digging of trial holes and supporting excavations correctly
• BSI PAS 128 is – understanding what this is and what the different survey types are under BSI PAS 128
• How to deal with damaged services and what the implications are of service strikes
• How to identify different soil types when excavating and the dangers of collapse
• How vibration and water ingress can affect the stability of an excavation
• The requirement for correct segregation when working around excavations
• How to comply with environmental requirements regarding the storage of excavated soil
• Understanding the different types of tools that can be used for excavation works

ASSESSMENT / CERTIFICATE:

Delegates’ will be assessed on their knowledge by working in groups to complete a risk assessment and permits.  (Guidance will be given where needed).

Following on from this, delegates will be assessed against specific criteria using the CAT and Genny to locate services.  They will also be assessed on safe excavation practices using insulated tools once the services have been found.

After successfully completing the training and passing both assessments, delegates will be awarded an EUSR card which is valid for 3 years.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

Delegates must be able to read, write and understand English. Delegates must have fully compliant PPE.

LOCATION:

This course can be carried out at our training centre in Ashburton or anywhere on site throughout the UK and Ireland as long as the site meets the course requirements.

GRANTS:

For CITB levy registered companies, a £200pp* grant can be claimed back on successful completion of the course.