EUSR Category 3 - Install, Inspect and Remove Timber Shoring Systems

1 day
8 MAX

This Safety course introduced the learner to the theoretical and practical dangers of excavation work. Examples of areas covered are, but not limited to, the HSE's HSG15O and HSG47 guidance documents, as well as the Construction Industry Research and Information Associations report.  This course includes practical training and assessments whist installing ground support systems, in a live dig environment, with specific temporary work designs. 

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Course Objectives

  • Identify hazards associated with timber excavations and implement control measures 
  • Differentiate between soil types and ground conditions 
  • Recognise suitable ground retention systems 
  • Carry out risk assessments unique to excavations
  • Understand current legislation, policies and procedures associated with safety in excavations 
  • Execute the safe installation, removal, and inspection of timber shoring systems 
  • Interpret specific temporary work designs

Certification

  • EU Skills - EUSR SMART card with photo id, qualification stated on back of card 
  • EU Skills – EUSR Virtual Registration is available upon request in lieu of plastic SMART card
  • Electronic Groundforce Training certificate also provided via email
  • EUSR qualifications are valid for 3 years,
  • On or before your qualification(s) expiry date you’ll need to renew in order for qualification(s) to stay on the EU Skills register
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Who Will Benefit?

Managers, supervisors, safety professionals and/or operatives who are required to oversee or carry out work in or around excavations. If you physically install, inspect or remove shoring systems and haven't had any formal training, this course is essential to minimise risk to yourself and those around you. 

CITB Cashback

Eligible for CITB cashback​.

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Additional Information

Delegates receive a personal copy of our excavation learners notes for reference

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