Courses
Utility SHEA (Water) - Computer Based Learning
Course Description
The Utility Safety Health and Environmental Awareness (SHEA) portfolio of schemes has been developed in collaboration with industry to provide a uniform approach to health, safety, and environmental awareness training across the utilities sector, in line with Health and Safety Executive guidelines.
The Utility SHEA (Water) scheme is affiliated with the CSCS to allow Water industry workers access to construction sites for purposes of utility work without the need to complete a separate CSCS card.
**This is a Computer Based course**
Course Aims
The course is designed to provide evidence that an individual has demonstrated an appropriate level of knowledge and awareness. This is an Energy & Utility Skills passport scheme, which is recognised by the UK utility and construction sectors.
Who Should Attend?
The Utility SHEA (Water) scheme is designed for all persons involved in the operational activities of the water industry who require access to sites, both permanent and temporary, including all levels of operatives, supervisors, and management. A Utility SHEA (Water) passport lasts for three years from the date of the training.
FAQs
How is the course delivered?
The course is delivered on the EU Skills CBL platform (XAMS). The course is split into the following 8 modules:
- Understand our workplace responsibilities
- Understanding the effects of our work on the environment
- Identifying and controlling risks
- Common hazards and controls in the workplace
- Occupational health hazards
- Responding to emergencies
- Clean and waste water operations
- Highway working and excavations
Candidates must complete the following digital forms: registration form, health screening questionnaire, GDPR, and successfully complete a multiple choice e-assessment at the end of each module.
Candidates will receive a 30-minute induction video explaining how the course works and what to expect. Candidates are then sent activation links to the EUSR XAMS portal to complete the course and the e-assessment.
Upon successful completion of the e-assessment, candidates will be registered on the Energy and Utility Skills Register where registrations are valid for 3 years from the date of training.
How long will the course last?
This is a Computer Based Learning course, typically lasting 5 to 6 hours.
What is the course eligibility?
Candidates should have a proficient level of English to participate in this course.
What are the course pre-requisites?
This course is only available for Utility SHEA (Water) renewal candidates, who hold a current registration. Where candidates' cards have expired they will have to attend an in-person training course.
What PPE is required?
No PPE is required for this course.
What certificates will be achieved?
Upon successful completion of the course, candidates will be registered on the Energy and Utility Skills Register, where registrations are valid for 3 years from the date of the training. Candidates will also be issued a Virtual EUSR Registration card. Physical cards can be provided upon request.
| Course Name | Start Date | Course Location | Duration | Places Left | Delegate Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/05/2024 | Computer Based Learning | 1 Day | 18 | £230.00 | |
| 19/06/2024 | Computer Based Learning | 1 Day | 17 | £230.00 | |
| 17/07/2024 | Computer Based Learning | 1 Day | 17 | £230.00 | |
| 14/08/2024 | Computer Based Learning | 1 Day | 17 | £230.00 | |
| 11/09/2024 | Computer Based Learning | 1 Day | 18 | £230.00 | |
| 16/10/2024 | Computer Based Learning | 1 Day | 18 | £230.00 | |
| 13/11/2024 | Computer Based Learning | 1 Day | 18 | £230.00 | |
| 11/12/2024 | Computer Based Learning | 1 Day | 18 | £230.00 |
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Energy & Utility Skills (EUSR)
Category 1: Locate Utility Services (HSG47), as agreed by industry representatives, defines the minimum training and assessment required for those working to safely detect utility services using recognised and approved detection methods. The standard does not preclude employers and providers from adding to the standard in their own training programmes. The standard has been derived from the following National Occupational Standards: