This Course:
Is designed for Operatives and Supervisors who have to erect or monitor the erection of signing, lighting and guarding for work on roads and highways.
Duration
1 Day
Objectives
To understand the basic principles of the NRSW Act 1991 and standards prescribed by City and Guilds
To be able to identify and use correct traffic control measures
For operatives: To be able to erect and dismantle or signing, guarding and lighting safely and in accordance with the Code of Practice.
For supervisors: To be able to monitor operatives erecting and dismantling signing, lighting and guarding in accordance with the Code of Practice.
Course Content
New Roads and Street Works Act 1991
Code of Practice for Safety at Road and Street Works (Red Book)
Basic principles of signing, lighting and guarding
Traffic control measures
Portable traffic lights
Pedestrian Diversions
Practical use of equipment
Awarding Body
City & Guilds / SWQR
Certification
A City & Guilds Certificate for either Unit 102 or 110 (as appropriate) will be issued along with a SWQR registration card valid for 5 years. Re-assessment is required at 5 yearly intervals.