Book Smart Awards SA006 Safe Working in Civils
Book your place on our 1.5-day Smart Awards SA006 Safe Working in Civils course at Fibre Optics Training UK in Crewe, Cheshire.
This Level 2 qualification provides essential knowledge and practical training for personnel involved in telecommunications civils construction, underground network installation and maintenance.
The course develops the skills and understanding required to work safely around underground telecommunications infrastructure, including ducts, chambers, underground utilities and associated civil engineering activities.
Training covers three key areas: Safe Working in Civils, Gas Testing and Cover Lifting, combining essential safety knowledge with practical activities and assessments.
What You'll Learn
Health and safety legislation relevant to telecommunications civils activities
Risk assessments, hazard identification and safe systems of work
Identifying underground utilities and associated hazards
Safe working practices around excavation and construction activities
Understanding the risks associated with underground ducts and chambers
Safe use of tools, equipment and appropriate personal protective equipment
Manual handling procedures and safe lifting techniques
Understanding hazardous atmospheres and gas detection requirements
Gas testing procedures and the safe use of atmospheric monitoring equipment
Safe chamber cover lifting, handling and replacement
Recognising confined-space hazards and access restrictions
Emergency procedures, incident reporting and workplace safety
Practical activities and assessment preparation
Course Information
Qualification: Smart Awards Level 2 SA006 – Safe Working in Civils
Qualification Number: 610/5024/6
Duration: 1.5 days
Location: Crewe, Cheshire
Delivery: Instructor-led classroom and practical training
Assessment: Knowledge and practical assessments
Certification: Smart Awards
Certificate Validity: 3 years
Course Price: £250 + VAT per delegate
Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for:
Telecommunications engineers and fibre optic installers
Civils operatives working on telecommunications infrastructure
Underground network installation and maintenance teams
Contractors undertaking duct and chamber activities
Personnel involved in telecommunications infrastructure construction
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Delegates must bring their own appropriate personal protective equipment, including:
Safety footwear
Safety helmet with a four-point chin strap
Protective gloves
Safety glasses or suitable eye protection
High-visibility clothing
Additional PPE may be required depending on the practical training activities.
Important Safety Information
The SA006 qualification provides training in safe working practices for telecommunications civils activities, including gas testing and chamber cover lifting.
It does not replace any separate Street Works qualification, confined-space certification or additional authorisation required for specific activities.
All delegates must successfully complete the required knowledge and practical assessments to achieve certification.
Book Your Place
Select your preferred training date and number of delegates, then complete your booking securely online.
Training Location: Fibre Optics Training UK, Crewe, Cheshire.
Course Duration: 1.5 days
Course Price: £250 + VAT per delegate
This booking is for the Smart Awards SA006 Safe Working in Civils Course.
