Streetworks For Supervisors Course
Key Features
Of this Streetworks Supervisors Course:
- Covers full NRSWA 1991 supervisor responsibilities for safe excavation and reinstatement on UK highways
- Includes practical assessment of traffic management, utility protection and site documentation
- Prepares delegates to oversee multi-utility street works in compliance with current HAUC and SROH standards
- Develops skills to manage permit schemes, inspection regimes and emergency response procedures
- Recognised qualification that meets requirements for supervisor roles on public highways
Course Date Availability
Streetworks Supervisors training at the following 5 centres. Prices from £700 per person :
| Training Centres | Next Available Dates |
|---|---|
| Bristol | 20th Jul 2026 |
| Edinburgh | 13th Jul 202620th Jul 2026 |
| Exeter | 27th Jul 2026 |
| Ipswich | 7th Sep 202621st Sep 2026 |
| Reading | 13th Jul 202617th Aug 2026 |
Course Information
Overview:
The Street Works Supervisor course delivers the complete training required under the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 for anyone who will supervise street works. Delegates learn to plan, monitor and control excavation, backfill and reinstatement activities while protecting utilities, maintaining traffic flow and meeting current reinstatement standards. The qualification remains essential in 2026 for supervisors working on behalf of utilities, contractors and local authorities.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
- Site supervisors employed by utility companies
- Highway authority inspectors and works coordinators
- Construction supervisors managing street works contracts
- Team leaders responsible for excavation and reinstatement crews
- Safety managers overseeing NRSWA compliance
What You Will Learn
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Apply current legislation and permit scheme requirements to planned and emergency works
- Assess and specify appropriate traffic management layouts for different road categories
- Monitor excavation safety, utility protection and shoring methods
- Verify compliance with the Specification for the Reinstatement of Openings in Highways
- Complete accurate site records, inspection checklists and handover documentation
- Manage reinstatement quality, compaction testing and defect rectification
Course Agenda
Overview:
The course runs over five consecutive days and combines classroom theory with practical exercises on a realistic street works site. Assessment takes place through written tests and observed practical tasks on each module.
Key Modules Covered
What you will learn:
- NRSWA legislation, codes of practice and permit schemes
- Site documentation, notices and record keeping
- Traffic management design and supervision
- Excavation methods, utility location and support
- Backfill, compaction and reinstatement standards
- Inspection, defect reporting and emergency procedures
Private Courses On-site
Streetworks For Supervisors 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 CABWI certificate and are registered on the Street Works Qualifications Register (SWQR). The supervisor card is valid for five years, after which a refresher course must be completed to maintain registration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most commonly asked Streetworks For Supervisors questions:
The standard course runs for five consecutive days with a combination of theory sessions and practical assessments.
Delegates should have practical experience of street works operations and be able to read and interpret plans and specifications.
The course covers all core supervisor units including legislation, documentation, traffic management, excavation, reinstatement and monitoring.
Assessment includes multiple-choice tests for each unit plus observed practical exercises on a simulated street works site.
Delegates receive an accredited certificate and are added to the Street Works Qualifications Register (SWQR) as a registered supervisor.
The supervisor card remains valid for five years from the date of issue.
Yes, a one-day refresher must be completed before the card expiry date to maintain registration on the SWQR.
The supervisor course focuses on planning, monitoring and compliance responsibilities rather than carrying out the physical work.
Delegates should bring photo identification, PPE suitable for a practical site exercise and any current site documentation they routinely use.
Yes, the course can be arranged for groups at company premises provided suitable classroom and practical facilities are available.
Yes, current permit scheme requirements and notice procedures are covered in detail throughout the programme.
The full supervisor qualification covers all road categories from local streets to high-speed dual carriageways.
Prices per person typically start at £700. Discounts available for multi person or group bookings (depending upon location)
More Information
The training reflects current HAUC guidance and the 2023 update to the Specification for the Reinstatement of Openings in Highways, ensuring supervisors understand both regulatory requirements and practical site control.
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