EUSR Category 2 - Implement Safe (Digging) Excavating Practices (Northern Ireland)
Price: £279 (ex VAT + fees)
Duration: 1 Day
Location: Portadown, Northern Ireland | On Site
This EUSR Category 2 training course is ideal for managers, supervisors, safety professionals, and site operatives seeking to enforce safe digging and excavation practices and reduce risks on construction sites, roads, industrial estates, and other excavation environments.
Prerequisites
Delegates must bring suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
- Safety Boots
- Helmet
- Gloves
- Hi-Vis Coat or Vest
- Hearing Protection
A valid EUSR photo ID card is required.
Course Aim
This course combines theoretical and practical assessments to enhance delegates’ knowledge and competence in safe excavation and maintenance of holes and trenches.
It covers:
- Use of manual and handheld power tools safely in excavation work.
- Identification and management of excavation hazards.
- Implementation of safe digging techniques and compliance with EUSR standards.
Learning Outcomes
By completing the course, delegates will be able to:
- Interpret utility drawings and identify symbols and coded information.
- Ensure all location, marking, and site safety provisions are correctly implemented before excavation.
- Identify dangers and hazards associated with excavation work.
- Select and safely use appropriate digging techniques.
Assessment Method
- Classroom-based theory covering safe excavation practices.
- Practical demonstration of safe digging and excavation techniques.
Accreditation
Delegates who successfully complete the course receive an EUSR accredited certificate, valid for 3 years, demonstrating competence in safe excavation practices and compliance with Category 2 EUSR standards.