NEW ROADS AND STREETWORKS ACT 1991 General Operatives
The Aim of the Course is to:
Enable Operatives to gain the necessary qualifications ( Up to 5 groups can be gained ) under the New roads and Streetworks Act 1991 to allow them to carry out their duties on the public highway, ranging from excavation to permanent re-instatement of paved structures.
The Objectives of the Course are to enable delegates to:
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Gain skills and knowledge to fulfil duties required by the Roads and Streets Works
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Act 1991.
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Have an understanding of responsibilities under Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
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& other current relevant legislation.
Who Should Attend The Course?
The law requires that at least 1 Operative in any squad must have gained the required qualification/s in the aspect of the work being undertaken.
Course Summary
Candidates will participate in theory lessons and practical demonstrations / exercises, all of which are highlighted by the use of OHP & Videos covering :
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New Roads and Streetworks Act 1991
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Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
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Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations
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Other current relevant regulations
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Interpretation of plans
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Safe working practices
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Identification of apparatus
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Excavation techniques
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Disposal of surplus material
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Repositioning of kerbs and edgings
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Use of cable location equipment
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Reinstatement of the road structure
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Reinstatement of modular footpaths
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Use of temporary traffic lights
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Implication of damage to apparatus
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Layout of signs, cones and barriers
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Surface finishing
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Re-use of selected excavated material
Course Duration
1-5 days depending on units of accreditation required.
Certification
SQA Certification and a Street Works Register ID Card which proves registration on the New
Roads & Street Works Qualification Register.