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NRSWA Courses: New Roads and Streetworks

Before you’re allowed to start working in streetworks, you should have the correct qualifications. That’s precisely what you’ll get with the NRSWA courses we offer.

Our NRSWA training courses, all of which lead to an SWQR card, include training for both streetworks operators and supervisors, and cover everything from cat and genny training to traffic management. They’re delivered by experienced professionals and accepted throughout the UK, meaning you’ll have a valuable street works qualification once you’ve finished your training.

If you’re interested in streetworks as a career and want to learn more about getting your street works ticket, please get in touch today by calling on 01234 604151 or emailing us via office@cpts.uk.

Why Take a Streetworks Course?

Why do so many people choose to take a streetworks course before they begin work? There are several good reasons:

  • Enhanced Safety: There are many hazards associated with street work that all operators and supervisors should be aware of. Our NRSWA streetworks courses give you the knowledge needed to understand the dangers around you.
  • Better Job Prospects: Employers want well-trained staff, and getting your street works ticket proves you’ve undergone thorough training. Stand out from the crowd with CPCS street works training.
  • Legal Protection: Taking the time to educate yourself and gain a street works qualification shows you’ve done everything possible to understand how to work safely.
  • Higher Pay: By showing that you have qualifications in streetwork, you increase your potential to earn higher wages.
  • Increased Confidence: You’ll have much more confidence in your ability to work in streetwork when you complete an NRSWA course with us.

Courses – comparison

Overview of durations, target audience, core units, certification validity and formats.

Course Typical Duration Who it’s for Key units / content Certification validity Format
CourseNRSWA Streetworks Operative Typical Duration1-3 days Who it’s forNew streetworks workers; people doing works on/near roads Key units / content
  • Signing, lighting & guarding
  • Traffic management rules
  • Understanding legal regulations & SWQR units
Certification validitySWQR card – typically 5 years FormatClassroom + Practical
CourseNRSWA Streetworks Supervisor Typical Duration1-3 days Who it’s forSupervisors or persons managing streetworks operations Key units / content
  • Supervisor responsibilities & SWQR requirements
  • Checking traffic setups, team supervision, compliance
Certification validitySWQR card – typically 5 years FormatClassroom + Practical
CourseOperative & Supervisor Reassessment Typical Duration1 day Who it’s forHolders needing to reassess their existing units Key units / content
  • Selected SWQR units needing reassessment
Certification validitySWQR reissued – 5 years FormatClassroom
CourseUnit LA or CAT & Genny Typical Duration1 day Who it’s forOperators performing CAT and Genny detection or wanting the LA unit Key units / content
  • Use of CAT (Cable Avoidance Tool) / Genny
  • LA (Liaison & Assessment) unit theory & practice
Certification validitySWQR unit – 5 years FormatClassroom
CourseSigning, Lighting & Guarding (Unit S1 / O1) Typical Duration1 day Who it’s forWorkers setting up traffic signage, warning lights & pedestrian barriers Key units / content
  • Unit S1 (Signing, Lighting & Guarding)
  • Unit O1 (old unit 2 equivalent)
Certification validitySWQR unit – 5 years FormatClassroom
Notes: The “Operative” and “Supervisor” courses include multiple assessed units. Single-unit courses like LA, CAT & Genny or S1 / O1 are delivered in one day. SWQR card is valid for 5 years in England; reassessment required to maintain validity.

What You’ll Learn in Our Streetworks Courses

Our NRSWA courses cover everything you need to know in your chosen field. But some of the information you’ll receive in your street works training could include:

  • Legal Implications: You’ll understand all important UK streetworks rules and regulations, ensuring you work in a legal and compliant manner.
  • Core Responsibilities: We’ll let you know exactly what you should be doing and how you should be doing it.
  • Machinery Basics: Learn about the various pieces of machinery you’ll encounter, what their roles are, and how to use them safely.
  • Maintenance Essentials: Understand how to maintain equipment correctly, so it works properly and remains safe to use.
  • Risk Prevention: Learn about the risks you’ll face while working in streetworks and how you can prevent them, plus find out about protective gear to use.
  • Communication: Learn to communicate effectively with workmates, including using hand signals, to ensure everyone works collaboratively.
  • Traffic Management: Understand how to control traffic effectively while ensuring the safety of workers and members of the public.
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Why Choose CPCS for Streetworks Courses?

We offer some of the most detailed streetworks training in the country, properly preparing students for the role they hope to undertake. The main reason for our high standard of street works training is easy to pinpoint: our trainers. They’re experienced and have worked in the roles they teach about, giving them vital hands-on experience.

We also offer one of the most modern training venues around, with equipment and setups that let you learn most effectively. Our training venue is also comfortable and well-equipped.

In addition, we keep our NRSWA courses affordable, meaning you won’t have to break the bank to pursue the training you need. And we’re also flexible, with courses available at different times throughout the week. What’s more, once you’re finished, we offer ongoing support, plus SWQR card renewal when your street works ticket runs out.

Book Your NRSWA Course Today

We’re experts at streetworks training, offering some of the best NRSWA streetworks courses in the UK. Our instructors have been in your shoes, while our equipment is perfect for practice. Plus, our prices are among the best around, making it affordable to get your streetworks card.

Why not book your place on an NRSWA course today by calling us on on 01234 604151 or emailing us via office@cpts.uk.

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NRSWA Courses FAQs

Can beginners enrol on your NRSWA courses?

Absolutely. Our courses are designed for everyone, regardless of experience. We regularly train those with no experience in streetworks, giving them the knowledge and confidence needed to gain a role within the industry.

What do I get when I complete an NRSWA course?

You’ll receive two very important things when you complete one of our NRSWA courses. Firstly, you’ll receive an NRSWA certificate, proving you’ve been trained to a high standard. Secondly, you’ll be added to the Street Works Qualifications Register (SWQR), meaning you’ll get an SWQR card, which will be valid for five years.

How long does street works training take?

This depends on the NRSWA course you choose. The NRSWA operative course and streetworks supervisor course typically last for five days, while other NRSWA courses usually last for one day.

Do I need a driving licence?

No, there’s no requirement for a driving licence when taking one of our NRSWA courses.

Do you offer NRSWA courses near me?

We usually offer training at our modern facility in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. However, we also sometimes provide training in other parts of the country – get in touch to see if we’ll be near you soon! We can also arrange on-site training for groups, if required.

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NRSWA Streetwork Courses near You in the UK :

Northampton / Wellingborough /  Milton KeynesKettering / Coventry / Leicester / or other nearby cities to our training center: Cambridge / Solihull / Rugby / Banbury / Aylesbury / CorbyPeterborough / Luton / Bedford
 

What people say about our construction courses?

Very helpful staff, Mick and Joe are great blokes and very good teachers. Big thank you for all your help and support. I definitely recommend the courses.
Richard Gibson

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