Classroom-Based NRSWA Training for Supervisors

The Signing, Lighting and Guarding course trains you on how to set out signs, cones, barriers and traffic lights. This training course is conducted on a street works site in line with the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA).

This NRSWA Unit 1 course (was NRSWA Unit 2) runs for one day and is suitable for street works operatives or supervisors. Delegates will learn how to operate and position traffic equipments amongst other tasks. The knowledge gained will allow you to confidently carry out highway works and protect yourself and others around you.

If you are a street works supervisor, you will be monitoring the set up and take down of a site. Upon completing this course, you will have the skills to lead a team and manage their safety.

Why Take the NRSWA Signing, Lighting and Guarding Course?

This training course is important and necessary for operatives and supervisors that work in the utilities and construction industries.

Delegates will gain the skills and knowledge to operate or supervise on any road works, in line with NRSWA.

A good understanding of the legislation will enable you to work legally and safely. In addition, you will reduce the risk of costly accidents that could slow down a project’s completion time.

What Does this Course Involve?

This Signing, Lighting and Guarding course includes theory session and practical training for street works operatives and supervisors. For the full information of what’s covered in this training, read the course content section below.

Key Benefits of the NRSWA Operative Course

By completing this course, you will:

• Gain the skills to work safely and efficiently on street works sites.
• Receive a SWQR card valid for five years.
• Expand your career options within construction and infrastructure.
• Build essential communication and teamwork skills.
• Show clear competence and reliability to current or future employers.

Benefits of this Signing, Lighting and Guarding Course

• Promotes safety for workers on site and the general public
• You achieve a certificate and SWQR card that is valid for five years
• Learn how to operate or supervise signing, lighting and guarding
• Helps to improve workforce efficiency

Signing, Lighting and Guarding Course Content

The course will cover the following units through practical and classroom-based learning: