Description
This course is designed for Operatives or Supervisors involved in the excavation and reinstatement of openings in the public highway. The qualification is a legal requirement for “statutory undertakers” (ie Utility Contractors) and for those working under section 50 licenses (Drainage works etc). The qualification is also often specified by client organisations and local authorities when appointing contractors for works involving excavation or reinstatement of the highway for other purposes.
What you will learn
- The training and assessment process for a Streetworks Operative or Supervisor under this City & Guilds 6156 scheme.
- Health and Safety legislation and their obligations under this Act.
- safe working practices and methods.
- Reference documentation used within the Highways Industry.
- How to carry out Streetworks to the standards set down in the Act.
- How to use hand and power tools for the purpose of such works, including Portable Traffic Signal Systems.
- How to read and understand site plans for the purpose of identifying underground / overhead apparatus.
- How to use locating equipment for the purpose of detecting underground apparatus.
- How to set up a site to protect workers and members of the public.
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