National Construction College (NCC)

EUSR Cat 5 Install Inspect & Remove Proprietary Support Systems

This course meets National Skills Academy for Power Category 5 excavations standard using hydraulic proprietary shoring equipment to greater ground depths.

EUSR Cat 5 Install Inspect & Remove Proprietary Support Systems

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Course content

The course includes:

  • Legislation

  • Health & Safety

  • Different shoring systems

  • Soil conditions

  • Angle of repose

  • Effects of weather/water

  • Service drawings

  • Installation of shallow trench (small hydraulic frame and MAP Box)

  • Installation of small shaft braces

  • Use of CAT and drawings for cable location

  • Push and dig

  • Installation of a trench box

  • Installation of a slit trench.

Teaching and assessment

  • Classroom learning and practical sessions

  • Assessment by tutor observation

  • Written test.

What you get

Energy & Utilities Skills Register (EUSR) card, endorsed with the Category 5 Excavation Scheme

This card is valid for a period of five years.

Entry requirements

  1. Reasonable mobility.

  2. Ability to lift and move loads.

  3. Good spoken and written English.

  4. Valid form of ID. See accepted forms of ID.

By booking a course, you agree to follow our Terms and Conditions.

Grants and funding

Grants could be available for eligible employers. For further information please visit our grant pages.

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