This course is relevant to the following operatives who actively work on, or adjacent to, public roads as outlined by the NRSWA:
- Contractors or Sub-Contractors
- Local Authorities Employees
- Utility Company Employees
Following the Street Works Operative Initial Qualifications, individuals will comprehend:
- The relevant health and safety legislation outlined in the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991
- All PPE and safety equipment necessary for the jobs in hand
- How best to conduct safety measures
- What documentation to refer to in relation to legislation
The Street Works Qualification Register (SWQR) card issued upon successful completion of this course expires after 5 years. Following this, operatives must attend, and pass, a refresher course before another card is awarded.