New Roads and Streetworks Supervisor
2026-04-20 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-21 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-22 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-23 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-24 08:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Luddon Training Centre, Balmore House, 1497 Balmore Rd, Glasgow, G23 5HD
Duration: 5 Days
Delegates: 3 – 6
The New Roads and Street Works Act requires that anyone who executes, works for, or on behalf of, a utility company, is qualified for the activities being carried out.
A NRSWA Streetworks Supervisor is anyone who carries out the monitoring of manual excavation and reinstatement of footpaths and highways.

NRSWA Supervisor Units
The following NRSWA Training units are covered:

Unit LA (was Unit 9) – Location & avoidance of underground apparatus
Unit S1 (was Unit 10) – Monitoring Signing, lighting and guarding
Unit S2 (was Unit 11) – Monitoring excavation in the highway
Unit S3 (was Unit 12) – Monitoring reinstatement & compaction of backfill materials
Unit S4 (was Unit 13) – Monitoring reinstatement of sub base & road in non-bituminous materials
Unit S5 (was Unit 14) – Monitoring reinstatement in bituminous materials
Unit S6 (was Unit 15) – Monitoring reinstatement of concrete slabs (subject to centre)
Unit S7 (was Unit 16) – Monitoring reinstatement of modular surfaces and concrete footways

Certification
On successfully achieving a pass mark on both the practical and online assessment the candidate will qualify for a SQA certificate of unit achievement. Depending which units are achieved we will then apply for their SWQR card, which will enable them to carry out New Roads and Street works activities on the highway in line with legislative requirements.

New Roads and Streetworks Operative
2026-04-21 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-22 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-23 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-24 08:00 - 17:00
Duration: 5 Days
Delegates: 3 – 6
The New Roads and Street Works Act requires that anyone who executes, works for, or on behalf of, a utility company, is qualified for the activities being carried out.
A NRSWA Streetworks Operative is anyone who carries out the manual excavation and reinstatement of footpaths and highways.

NRSWA Operative Units
The following NRSWA Training units are covered:

Unit LA (Was Unit 1) – Location & avoidance of underground apparatus
Unit O1 (Was Unit 2) – Signing, lighting and guarding
Unit O2 (Was Unit 3) – Excavation in the highway
Unit O3 (Was Unit 4) – Reinstatement & compaction of backfill materials
Unit O4 (Was Unit 5) – Reinstatement of sub base & road in non bituminous materials
Unit O5 (Was Unit 6) – Reinstatement of cold-lay bituminous materials
Unit O6 (Was Unit 7) – Reinstatement of hot lay bituminous materials (subject to centre)
Unit O7 (Was Unit 8) – Reinstatement of concrete slabs (subject to centre)
Unit O8 (Was Unit 9) – Reinstatement of modular surfaces and concrete footways

Certification
On successfully achieving a pass mark on both the practical and online assessment the candidate will qualify for a SQA certificate of unit achievement. Depending which units are achieved we will then apply for their SWQR card, which will enable them to carry out New Roads and Street works activities on the highway in line with legislative requirements.

CITB Health, Safety And Environment Tests
2026-04-21 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-23 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-28 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-30 08:00 - 17:00
The Operatives test ensures workers have a minimum level of health, safety and environmental awareness before going on site. This test covers the following five core knowledge areas:

Working environment
Occupational health
Safety
High risk activities
Specialist

The pass mark for the Operatives test is 90%. To pass, you need to answer at least 45 out of 50 questions correctly.
The official CITB GT100 publication contains all of the content that is covered within the test in the form of questions and answers so that you can fully prepare for your test. It is also available as a digital download. There is a smartphone app which provides test simulations so you can practise answering knowledge questions against the clock and highlight the areas where further preparation is needed. The Operatives app is available in the 14 voiceover languages offered.

Additional Information
Please note the total cost of this test includes the £22.50 CITB test fee and an additional admin fee however does not include the card application fee. We do not apply for the physical card upon completion of training.

Confined Space
2026-04-24 08:00 - 17:00
Course Duration
1 Day
The Aim of the Course is to:
Give training and practical assessment for those persons who need to plan implement and work to safe working procedures and permits for confined space entry.
Course Objectives

Identify any hazards and associated risks involved when entering confined spaces.
Understand the current legislation and codes of practice for confined space entry.
Implement control measures such as ventilation, gas detection and monitoring to eliminate and reduce potential risks.
Select inspect, use and store personal protective equipment and site safety equipment.
Understand and work to entry permits and safe working procedures.
Work with escape breathing apparatus.
Implement the appropriate accident and emergency procedures.

Course Summary
Candidates will participate in theory lessons and practical demonstrations / exercises, all of which are highlighted by the use of Powerpoint presentation & Videos covering:

Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Confined Spaces Regulations
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations.
Other current relevant regulations.
Confined space hazards and associated risks
Safe working procedures and entry permits
Gas detection
Use of escape breathing apparatus
Access equipment, winches and lifelines
Hygiene procedures
Accident and emergency procedures
Practical exercises

Who Do We Recommend Attends The Course?
All personnel who are directly involved in the planning, supervision and execution of work in confined spaces such as manholes, shafts, chambers, sewers, tanks etc.
Certification
Luddon Construction Ltd Certificate – Valid for 3 years.
