EUSR Category 1 & 2: Locate Utility Services & Implement Safe Excavating Practices (Combined Course)
Dig smart. Dig safe. Get fully qualified – for less.
Our combined EUSR Category 1 & 2 course offers essential training for anyone involved in groundworks, excavation, or utility installation. This cost-effective, one-day course covers both locating buried services and safely carrying out excavation work, helping you stay compliant, reduce risk, and work with confidence.
Delivered by expert instructors and fully aligned with the 2025 EUSR Utility Excavation Scheme Specification, this practical, hands-on course provides everything you need to carry out groundworks safely and professionally – all in a single day.
What You’ll Learn:
Category 1 – Locate Utility Services:
- Understand how to read utility plans and site drawings
- Learn to use CAT & Genny (cable avoidance tools) safely and effectively
- Identify underground services such as gas, water, electric, telecoms
- Apply safe location techniques to avoid service strikes
Category 2 – Implement Safe Excavating Practices:
- Follow safe systems of work when excavating near buried services
- Use appropriate hand tools and mechanical equipment safely
- Understand permits to dig, risk assessments, and emergency procedures
- Apply safe excavation techniques in real-world scenarios
Who Should Attend?
This combined course is ideal for:
- Groundworkers
- Plant operators
- Utility installers
- Site supervisors
- Anyone who locates and excavates around underground services
Course Duration:
1 Day (combined delivery – efficient and cost-effective)
Cost Savings:
Save money by booking the combined course instead of each one separately. Perfect for employers training multiple staff.
Why Choose Essex Construction Training Ltd?
- Official EUSR-approved training centre
- Friendly, qualified instructors with real industry experience
- Modern tools, realistic scenarios, and practical assessments
- Competitive pricing with discounts for combined bookings
- High success rate and excellent candidate reviews
👉 Book the combined course today and get fully qualified – for less!
📞 Call 020 3355 7715 or visit Contact Us to secure your place.
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