NRSWA Operative 5 Day Course
Our comprehensive 5-day Operative Training Course is designed to equip delegates with the essential skills and knowledge required to carry out their duties in accordance with the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA). The course covers the following NRSWA units: O1 to O5 O8 LA – Location and Avoidance of Underground Apparatus This training ensures participants are fully prepared to meet industry standards and legislative requirements, with a strong emphasis on safety, compliance, and operational competence.
About This Course
Designed specifically for operatives, this comprehensive 5-day course covers both the theoretical and practical requirements necessary to comply with the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA). Participants will gain the essential skills and knowledge to work safely and effectively in street works environments. The course includes hands-on training in locating and avoiding underground utilities, safe excavation practices, and proper backfilling and reinstatement techniques for various surface types, including modular, flexible, composite, and concrete surfaces.
Who Attends
The NRSW course is designed to assess and qualify experienced operatives (please note this course is for Operatives only, supervisor availability can be found under NRSWA 5 Days - Supervisor course).
Course Content
Participants will cover the following modules:
- NRSWA LA - Location and Avoidance of Underground Apparatus: Learn techniques to identify and avoid underground utilities.
- NRSWA (O1) - Signing, Lighting, and Guarding: Understand the requirements for safe site management.
- NRSWA (O2) - Excavation in the Highway: Master the skills necessary for safe and efficient highway excavation.
- NRSWA (O3) - Reinstatement and Compaction of Backfill Materials: Learn the best practices for backfilling and compacting materials.
- NRSWA (O4) - Reinstatement of Sub-base & Base in Non-bituminous Materials: Focus on the methods for reinstating sub-base and base layers.
- NRSWA (O5) - Reinstatement in Cold-lay Bituminous Materials: Gain expertise in using cold-lay bituminous materials for reinstatement.
- NRSWA (O8) - Reinstatement of Modular Surfaces and Concrete Footways: Understand the processes involved in restoring modular and concrete surfaces.
- Assessment Methods
Delegates will be continuously assessed during the NRSWA course in preparation for tablet based examinations, one exam for each unit.
Certification
Upon successful completion, delegates will receive:
CABWI Certificate: Documenting the modules completed.
Initial Street Works Qualification Register (SWQR) Card: Recognized certification for street works operatives. CABWI Cert & SWQR Card Included in cost (valid 5 years).
Awarding Body
CABWI & SWQR: Leading certification bodies in the industry ensuring high standards and recognition.
Who Attends
Contact us for more information on who should attend this course.
Course Content
Participants will cover the following modules:
Module information coming soon.
Certification
Upon successful completion, participants will receive an industry-recognised certification.
PPE Requirements
To ensure safety during practical training, all participants MUST bring the following PPE:
PPE requirements will be provided upon booking.
Location & Facilities
UTC Training Centre
Location details will be sent via email.
On-site Facilities:
Facilities information available upon request.