Signing, Lighting & Guarding

Suitable for -

Experienced operatives and supervisors who are engaged in road works

The aim of the course is -

This course is designed to provide candidates with a knowledge and understanding of the legal requirements to enable them to follow the correct procedures for setting out Signing, Lighting and Guarding of an Excavation on the Highway.

Course Content

New Roads and Street Works Act 1991
Code of Practice – Safety at Street Works and Road Works
Traffic Signs Manual – Chapter 8
Drawing site plans
Notices required by Local Authorities
Site surveys
An introduction to the use of vehicle actuated portable traffic signals
Practical – Signing, Lighting and Guarding

Course Objectives -

On successful completion of this course, candidates will be able to:

Assess the legal requirements and carry out survey of the site in accordance with Health & Safety regulations to determine footways, traffic lanes and safety zones
Identify provision for the safe passage of pedestrians
Identify ways of minimising disruption and ensuring safety of vehicular traffic
Identify provision for vehicles and plant within the confines of the working area
Carry out on-site Risk Assessments and ensure that provision is made to combat any hazards identified
Ensure Safe Systems of Work are in place in respect of Signing, Lighting & Guarding

Venue - On-site at clients’ premises, using the applicable equipment

Duration - 1 Day

Candidate Numbers - Up to 10 per course

Certification - ITS Certification