EUSR CAT 1 & CAT 2 TRAINING
The EUSR Category 1 and 2 training are two separate courses that can be combined to focus on the safe detection and excavation of underground utility services. Category 1 covers locating services using approved methods and equipment like a CAT and Genny, while Category 2 focuses on safe digging practices and maintaining excavations with hand tools and provides necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to comply with industry standards and HSE guidance (HSG47)
On-site delivery.
Five-star rated by previous participants.
Fully qualified trainers.
EUSR approved qualifications.
EUSR Category 1 – Locate Utility Services (HSG47)
Course Objectives:
- To reduce the risk of utility strikes during excavation.
- To ensure safe working practices when detecting underground services.
- To comply with HSE guidance (HSG47) and relevant legislation.
Key Topics Covered:
- Understanding Utility Plans:
- Reading and interpreting utility drawings and line search documents.
- Identifying symbols and coded information.
- Detection Equipment Training:
- Safe use of Cable Avoidance Tools (CAT) and Signal Generators (Genny).
- Overview of detection technologies including ground-penetrating radar (GPR).
- Practical Site Skills:
- Preparing and using location equipment.
- Site marking techniques for identified utilities.
- Hands-on exercises in real-world scenarios.
- Hazard Awareness:
- Identifying dangers associated with underground and overhead services.
- Understanding why some services are harder to detect.
- Emergency procedures and risk mitigation.
- Legislation and Standards:
- HSE HSG47 – Avoiding Danger from Underground Services.
- HSG150 – Health and Safety in Construction.
- PAS 128:2022 – Specification for underground utility detection.
- GS6 – Avoiding danger from overhead power lines.
- Assessment and Certification:
- Written theory tests, practical observation, and oral questions.
- Successful delegates receive an EUSR Category 1 card, valid for 3 years.
EUSR Category 2 – Implement Safe (Digging) Excavating Practices
Course Objectives:
• To equip delegates with the knowledge and practical skills to safely excavate and maintain holes and trenches using hand tools and handheld power tools.
• To reduce the risk of utility strikes and ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.
Key Topics Covered:
- Legislation and Guidance:
- Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HSWA)
- CDM Regulations 2015
- HSG47 – Avoiding Danger from Underground Services
- HSG150 – Health and Safety in Construction
- PUWER 1998, Work at Height Regulations 2015
- Confined Spaces Regulations 1997
- Safe Digging Practices:
- Techniques for hand digging and using handheld power tools.
- Identifying and managing excavation hazards.
- Interpreting utility drawings and line search documents.
- Marking and preparing excavation sites safely.
- Risk Management:
- Conducting and interpreting Risk Assessments.
- Understanding and applying Permits to Work.
- Recognising good vs. poor excavation practices.
- Soil and Ground Conditions:
- Identifying different soil types and how they affect excavation safety.
- Adapting techniques to changing ground conditions.
- Assessment and Certification:
- Includes both a written test and a practical assessment.
- Successful candidates receive an EUSR Category 2 Card, valid for 3 years.
