About EUSR Categories 3, 4 & 5 – Install, Inspect & Remove Timber, Steel and Proprietary Excavation Support Systems *Refresher*

This refresher course re-introduces the learner to the theoretical and practical dangers of excavation work. Examples of areas covered are but not limited to the HSE’s HSG150, HSG 47 guidance, the Construction Industry Research and Information Associations report.

Learners will be refreshed on the necessity for identifying various ground conditions, and will be re-familiarised on a variety of methods for utilising the appropriate ground retention system(s).

The refresher training is 95% highly practical in nature. Candidates will be practically assessed whilst installing ground support systems in a ‘live dig’ environment. We do not train in false environments (no concrete pits).

Teaching includes installation to a specific temporary works designs.  We do not train in false environments (no concrete pits)

If you require EUSR Categories 3, 4 & 5 training visit the course here.

The 1 day course can accommodate up to 8 delegates per day.

Course Objectives:

• 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