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

Category 2: 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 EUSR CAT2 Training?

This 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.

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