EUSR Cat 2 HSG47 Training- Implement Safe (Digging) Excavating Practices

Cat2 HSG47 Training : Safe Digging Practices

Evolution Safety Solutions offers this one-day,  EUSR (Category 2) CAT 2 training course . It trains your team to dig safely and responsibly. The course focuses on implementing safe digging and excavation practices. Operatives learn to use hand tools and handheld power tools correctly.

What is HSG47 Safe Digging Practices?

This HSG47 course is for workers performing excavations. Specifically, these works might disturb underground services. Therefore, it provides practical and theoretical training on safe digging. Participants also learn to identify, and subsequently avoid, buried services. Moreover, site safety is consistently emphasized.

Who Should Attend?

This course suits various professionals. For instance:

✅ Groundworkers and civil engineering operatives.

✅ Utility and infrastructure contractors.

✅ Construction and highways teams.

✅ Moreover, anyone involved in excavations near buried services.

No prior qualifications are needed. However, completing EUSR Category 1 is beneficial.

Course Content

The course fully covers all EUSR learning outcomes.

Theoretical Training Includes:

✅ Understanding relevant legislation (HSG47, HSG150, CDM 2015).

✅ Interpreting utility drawings effectively.

✅ Planning, therefore, for safe excavation.

✅ Permit-to-work procedures are crucial.

✅ Furthermore, we teach risk assessment methods.

✅ Environmental hazards, of course.

✅ Finally, emergency procedures.

Practical Assessment Includes:

✅ Using CAT & Genny for service detection.

✅ Marking out safe excavation zones.

✅ Using tools near services safely.

✅ Inspecting and using PPE.

✅ Safe trenching techniques.

Course Duration, Assessment, and Certification

The EUSR Cat 2 Training course lasts one day (typically 7 hours). Assessment involves a multiple-choice test. A practical excavation assessment is also included. Consequently, successful learners receive a photographic EUSR registration card. The card is valid for three years. All are registered on the EUSR database.

How the CAT2 Course Is Delivered

We offer flexible delivery options:

✅ At your premises (subject to suitability).

✅ At our approved training centres. These centres have realistic training areas.

✅ Tailored training for teams is provided. Also, we have good group rates.

Why Choose Evolution Safety Solutions?

✅ We are an EUSR-approved provider.

✅Experienced industry professionals deliver our training.

✅ We have high pass rates.

✅ We use real-world training environments.

✅ Our training complies with current regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need Category 1 first? No, it is not mandatory. However, Category 1 is recommended for a full understanding.

Is this course nationally recognized? Yes, EUSR accredits it. Utility companies and construction firms recognize it. Also, local authorities do.

Can it be delivered on our site? Yes, if the site meets safety requirements. A pre-training assessment may be conducted.

Book This Course

Protect your team and your projects. Contact Evolution Safety Solutions. You can book your place or arrange group training. Learn more at our Legal Notice.

Exceptional Clients Feedback

EXCELENT

5

Based on 1012 reviews

Review us on

• Really informative Emergency First Aid training course run by Stephen. I will certainly be doing the longer course

  

  Jack Allen
  August 19, 2025

  Would recommend this course, learnt about first aid specific to work experiences

  

  Thomas Jones
  August 12, 2025

• Very informative, covering many aspects of First aid

  

  Nath942
  August 12, 2025

  Very good course , learned so much during the course and very good practical activities to get used to what to do

  

  cory quinn
  August 12, 2025

• Every informative things I didn’t think I’d need to know.

  

  sian bryan
  August 12, 2025

  Laura was great and very knowledgable! Highly recommend!

  

  Curtis Tuck
  August 2, 2025

• Fantastic demonstration and hands on learning

  

  Charlie Parsons
  July 31, 2025

  Very good

  

  Daisy Louise101
  July 31, 2025