NRSWA Streetworks Training for Gas Contractors
NRSWA Streetworks training for gas contractors, gas mains replacement teams and utility operatives working on gas distribution infrastructure. Nationwide courses for operatives, supervisors and contractors.
Streetworks Qualifications for Gas Mains & Utility Contractors
Gas infrastructure work often takes place beneath busy roads, residential streets and public footways. Whether contractors are replacing ageing gas mains, installing new service connections or excavating to access damaged pipelines, these projects can involve significant Streetworks activities that require appropriately qualified personnel. Gas contractors must often coordinate excavation, temporary traffic management and highway reinstatement alongside specialist gas engineering work. Having the correct NRSWA qualifications helps ensure employees are trained for the Streetworks responsibilities associated with their roles. We provide NRSWA Streetworks training for gas contractors across the UK, helping businesses arrange qualifications for operatives carrying out physical highway works and supervisors responsible for monitoring these activities. Our courses cover excavation, reinstatement, underground apparatus location and signing, lighting and guarding, with training options available for individual employees and larger gas infrastructure teams.
Gas distribution projects can involve planned network upgrades, scheduled maintenance and urgent repairs, making workforce availability an important consideration when organising training.
We help gas contractors arrange NRSWA qualifications around their operational requirements, whether they are preparing teams for a mains replacement programme, training additional excavation operatives or renewing qualifications across an existing workforce.
Courses are available through our nationwide network of training centres, allowing companies to arrange training close to their employees or project locations.
For businesses with six or more delegates, dedicated group training can also be arranged at suitable premises, subject to course requirements and facilities. Weekday, weekend and, where available, evening options offer additional flexibility for contractors working around demanding schedules.
Following successful assessment, candidates receive certification for the units achieved and registration on the Street Works Qualifications Register (SWQR). Qualifications are valid for five years.
5-Day NRSWA Operative Course
Our 5-day NRSWA Operative course covers physical Streetworks activities including locating underground apparatus, signing, lighting and guarding, excavation, backfilling and reinstatement. It is particularly relevant to gas utility operatives responsible for excavating around pipelines, preparing trenches for mains replacement and reinstating highway surfaces following completed works.
5-Day NRSWA Supervisor Course
The 5-day NRSWA Supervisor course is intended for employees responsible for monitoring and supervising Streetworks activities. It covers supervisory responsibilities associated with excavation, reinstatement and signing, lighting and guarding, making it relevant to those overseeing gas mains replacement, service connection and highway excavation teams.
Unit LA – Cat & Genny
Before excavation begins, gas contractors must consider the location of existing underground services. Unit LA covers locating and avoiding underground apparatus, including the use of cable avoidance equipment to help identify buried utilities and reduce the risk of accidental damage during excavation.
Unit O1 – Signing, Lighting & Guarding
Gas mains replacement and service connection works can affect traffic and pedestrian access. Unit O1 is designed for operatives responsible for setting out and maintaining signs, cones, barriers and other signing, lighting and guarding arrangements associated with Streetworks.
Unit S1 – Monitoring Signing, Lighting & Guarding
Unit S1 is the corresponding supervisor qualification, covering the monitoring of signing, lighting and guarding arrangements. It is relevant to supervisors overseeing temporary traffic and pedestrian safety measures during qualifying gas infrastructure works.
NRSWA Reassessment
NRSWA Streetworks qualifications are valid for five years. We provide reassessment courses for gas contractors whose existing qualifications are approaching expiry, helping operatives and supervisors renew the relevant units and maintain their Streetworks qualifications.
Preparing your workforce for a gas mains replacement programme or upcoming utility contract? Contact our dedicated Streetworks team to discuss suitable qualifications, nationwide course availability and group training options.
Why choose us?
Trainers and training centres nationwide
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Weekend or weekday training for groups
Experienced UK trainers
5 year certificate
Includes all fees: exam, registration and certification
Group training on your site
Fast certification
Top Rated Streetworks Training
Our Streetworks Training is consistently rated 5 stars in post course feedback. Our team have completed NRSWA streetworks courses for the largest highway and construction companies in the UK including Transport for London, T&K Gallaghers, Breedon Group, Galliford Try, Morrisons Utilities, BT Openreach and many more.
Why choose us?
- Training available nationwide
- Group training on your site
- Dyslexic or find writing hard? Our flexible assessors can change aspects of the course to meet your needs
- Weekend courses
- Dedicated streetworks team
- Experienced assessors with 25+ years experience
- Highest pass rates
- Lowest prices guaranteed
- Fast certification
- Officially accredited provider
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Frequently Asked Questions
Below are the 5 most commonly booked Streetworks courses:
- Unit LA - Location and avoidance of underground services (Cat & Genny)
- Unit 2(O1) - Signing, lighting, guarding
- Unit 10(S1) - Monitoring signing, lighting, guarding
- Full 5 day Operative course
- Full 5 day Supervisor course
If you are unsure which course you require we recommend checking with your employer or the local council.
Yes. Unit LA (previously known as unit 1) is for both Streetworks operatives and supervisors working on the roads, they do not require a separate qualification.
The NRSWA Streetworks Unit LA is specifically for those who need to located underground apparatus whilst working on the UK roads and highways. It is a key unit which you need if you intend to qualify in any of the Streetworks excavation and reinstatement units.
If you are not working on the roads you may require the EUSR qualification, or an in-house certification. If you are not sure please drop us a call 0333 301 0226.
Yes the price includes all your certification and streetworks card.
Yes we offer discounts for group bookings call 0333 301 0226.
Yes we can complete training on your site for 6 or more delegates. We can also complete training on evenings and weekends to work around you. Call us on 0333 301 0226.
Yes, you can reschedule up to 14 days before any streetworks course.
Cancellation fees:
Within 30 days of course start date 100% of the total amount is due.
Outside of 30 days of the course there is no cancellation fee.
Within 30 days of course start date 100% of the total amount is due.
Outside of 30 days of the course there is no cancellation fee.
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