Signing, Lighting and Guarding Unit 2by10 Course
Key Features
Of this Signalling, Lighting, Guarding Course:
- Covers the complete Signing, Lighting and Guarding requirements for safe street and road works under current UK legislation
- Includes practical training on equipment selection, site setup, traffic management plans and risk assessment
- Addresses both operative and supervisory responsibilities across varied road environments
- Prepares delegates for real-world scenarios including urban streets, rural roads and live carriageways
- Aligns with NRSWA 1991 and current Safety at Street Works and Road Works code of practice
Course Date Availability
Signalling, Lighting, Guarding training at the following 7 centres. Prices from £180 per person :
Course Information
Overview:
The Signing, Lighting and Guarding Unit 2/10 course delivers the full standard qualification required for anyone responsible for setting up or supervising signing, lighting and guarding arrangements on UK roads and highways. Delegates learn to interpret traffic management plans, select and position the correct signs, cones, barriers and lighting, and maintain safe working zones while minimising disruption to road users. The training combines classroom theory with practical exercises that reflect current industry practice and legal duties under the New Roads and Street Works Act.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
- Road works operatives carrying out signing, lighting and guarding duties
- Site supervisors responsible for monitoring and maintaining traffic management
- Highway maintenance and utility company personnel
- Contractors working on behalf of local authorities or National Highways
- Anyone renewing or obtaining NRSWA Street Works accreditation for Units 2 and 10
What You Will Learn
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Legal framework and responsibilities under NRSWA and the Code of Practice
- How to read and implement traffic management plans and drawings
- Selection, placement and maintenance of signs, cones, barriers and lighting equipment
- Risk assessment and dynamic decision-making on live sites
- Procedures for setting up and dismantling sites on single and multi-lane roads
- Use of portable traffic signals, stop/go boards and pedestrian management measures
- Recording and reporting requirements for site inspections and defects
Course Agenda
Overview:
This one-day course combines short theory sessions with extended practical exercises on a realistic training area. Delegates work in small groups to plan, set out and inspect complete signing, lighting and guarding layouts under instructor supervision.
Key Modules Covered
What you will learn:
- Legislation, duties and the Code of Practice
- Traffic management plans and documentation
- Equipment types, standards and correct use
- Site setup procedures for different road classifications
- Lighting requirements and night-time working
- Monitoring, maintenance and site handover
- Practical assessment exercises and feedback
Private Courses On-site
Signing, Lighting and Guarding Unit 2by10 training is also available as a dedicated course, at your premises, and on a date and time of your choosing. Advantages of group / private course is the convenience of candidates being in familiar surroundings and not having to travel, the lowest price, and the ability to have the course tailored to your own application.
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Accreditation & Next Steps
What you will achieve as a result:
Successful delegates receive a City & Guilds or equivalent certificate confirming competence in NRSWA Units 2 and 10. The qualification is recorded on the Street Works Qualifications Register and is normally valid for five years. Refresher training is required before expiry to maintain accreditation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most commonly asked Signing, Lighting and Guarding Unit 2by10 questions:
The standard course runs for one full day, combining theory and practical exercises.
No formal qualifications are required, though delegates should have a reasonable level of fitness for the practical elements.
Delegates plan and physically set out complete signing, lighting and guarding layouts on a training site, including single and dual carriageway scenarios.
Assessment includes a written multiple-choice test and observation of practical setup and inspection tasks.
You receive a recognised certificate confirming competence in NRSWA Units 2 and 10, recorded on the Street Works Qualifications Register.
The certificate remains valid for five years from the date of issue.
Yes, refresher training must be completed before the five-year expiry date to maintain registration.
Delegates should wear suitable outdoor clothing and safety footwear. All other equipment is provided.
Unit 2/10 covers both operative duties and basic supervisory monitoring responsibilities; a separate supervisor course focuses more on planning and approval of traffic management schemes.
Yes, the course can be arranged at suitable client locations with appropriate space for practical exercises.
Delegates learn to manage signing, lighting and guarding on urban streets, rural roads, live carriageways and night-time operations while complying with current guidance.
Yes, the qualification meets requirements for work on local authority roads and National Highways schemes throughout the United Kingdom.
Prices per person typically start at £180. Discounts available for multi person or group bookings (depending upon location)
More Information
The course is delivered by experienced instructors who have worked on live highway projects. Practical sessions use industry-standard equipment so delegates leave ready to apply the skills directly on site.
Last updated: May 2026 • Part of XYZ Training Group