National Water Hygiene Card – NWH

EUSR Water Hygiene Course (‘Water Hygiene Card’)

All UK water companies require this EUSR National Water Hygiene card. It’s for individuals entering clean water sites or working on the network. This is also known as ‘Restricted Operations’. The card ensures public health protection.

Course Overview

Do you work on the UK water network? This half-day virtual training is required. You’ll understand your role in ensuring safe drinking water. This applies even without direct water contact.

National Water Hygiene Scheme

This scheme promotes safe water hygiene practices. All UK water companies participate. The EUSR water hygiene card also referred as ‘Blue Card’ proves course completion. It demonstrates understanding and competency.

Important Note: A health screening questionnaire is required before EUSR registration.

Course Objectives

This EUSR national water hygiene course provides a thorough understanding of:

✅ Personal hygiene importance.

✅ The Hygiene Code.

✅ Why water must be clean, clear, and safe.

✅ Types of water contamination and disease.

✅ Simple hygiene procedures to minimize risk.

✅ Cleaning and disinfecting tools.

✅ Legal requirements for Restricted Operations.

✅ Protecting public health.

Course Agenda

This online EUSR Water Hygiene course has four modules. Assessment follows via health screening and a multiple-choice test.

✅ Module 1: The Importance of Water

✅ Module 2: Water as a Carrier of Disease

✅ Module 3: Potential Contamination and Consequences

✅ Module 4: Preventing Contamination

Assessment and Certification

EUSR (Energy & Utilities Sector Register) provides recognized qualifications. After the modules, you’ll take an exam and health screening. Successful completion leads to EUSR registration and a Blue Card.

The Blue card:

• Valid for 3 years.

Who Should Attend?

This national water hygiene Card is mandatory before starting work. It’s for anyone working for a water company or on Restricted Operations sites. This includes those not directly handling water.

This applies to:

• Direct employees
• Contractors
• Facilities management
• Environmental health practitioners
• Plumbers and water engineers

Working in these areas:

• Service reservoirs
• Pumping Stations
• Treatment Works
• Wells
• Springs
• Boreholes
• Water Mains
• Service Pipes

Accreditation:

EUSR – Energy & Utilities Sector Register

Prerequisites:

Good understanding of written and spoken English is expected.

Also Known As:

This course has several names: Blue Card, EUSR National Water Hygiene, Blue Safety Card, EUSR Water Hygiene, Restricted Operations cards. They all refer to the same thing.

Frequently Asked Questions

• • How long does national water hygiene course take to complete?
    The course typically takes about half a day (approximately 3-4 hours) to complete.

• • Is there an assessment at the end of the course?
    Yes, there is a multiple-choice test at the end of the course. You must pass this to receive your certification.

• • What is the “Blue Card”?
    The “Blue Card” is the common name for the EUSR National Water Hygiene Card.

• • Is this EUSR water hygiene course suitable for individuals or only organisations?
    Both! Whether you’re an individual looking to advance your career or an organization aiming to certify your staff, this course is designed for all participants

• • How long does national water hygiene course take to complete?
    The course typically takes about half a day (approximately 3-4 hours) to complete.

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