NRSWA Streetworks Supervisor Training Course – UK Certification
Become a Qualified Streetworks Supervisor – Fully Recognised in the UK
Working in roadworks or utilities and ready to step up? Our NRSWA Streetworks Supervisor Course gives you the skills and certification to legally oversee street works across the UK. Whether you’re managing excavation crews, monitoring signing and guarding, or ensuring reinstatement standards are met, this is the course that gets you qualified – and noticed.
Who Needs This Course?
This NRSWA Supervisor training is made for professionals who supervise any kind of street works or road works. If you’re responsible for:
- Overseeing excavation and reinstatement work
- Monitoring safety setups (signs, cones, lighting, barriers)
- Ensuring compliance with the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991
- Managing teams working on public highways
…then you need this certification to stay legal and effective on-site.
Common roles include:
- Site Supervisors
- Team Leaders
- Project Managers in Utilities or Civils
- Local authority operatives
- Contractors managing sub-contractors
Why Choose Our Streetworks Supervisor Training?
There are plenty of training providers – but here’s why people across the UK choose Construction and Plant Training Services:
Real-World Training
This isn’t just classroom theory. You’ll work through live scenarios, review actual site plans, and discuss real risks that supervisors face every day.
Delivered by Industry Experts
Our instructors aren’t just trainers – they’ve done the job. You’ll learn directly from supervisors who’ve worked across highways, utilities, and local authorities.
Fully NRSWA-Compliant
We train in line with the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991, HSE safety standards, and local council expectations. You’ll leave with a qualification that’s respected across the UK.
Recognised Streetworks Supervisor Card
After passing, you’ll be issued an SWQR Supervisor Card valid for 5 years – a must-have for legal compliance on highways.
What’s Covered in the NRSWA Supervisor Course?
This NRSWA Supervisor qualification includes monitoring of all key operations covered by the NRSWA Act:
Core Units:
- Location & Avoidance of Underground Services (Unit LA)
How to safely locate buried utilities using CAT & Genny before any digging begins. - Monitoring Signing, Lighting & Guarding (Unit S1)
Ensuring traffic and public safety measures are set up correctly and legally. - Monitoring Excavation in the Highway (Unit S2)
How to check crews are digging safely and to spec. - Monitoring Reinstatement of Backfill (Unit S3)
Making sure reinstatement is solid, level, and done with approved materials. - Monitoring Bituminous Materials (Unit S5)
Ensuring hot and cold-lay surfaces are reinstated to industry standard. - Monitoring Modular & Concrete Surfaces (Unit S7)
Oversight of paving, concrete, and block reinstatement in footways and roads.
Course Format, Length & Certification
- Duration: Typically 5 days (depending on units).
- Assessment: Written and practical tests for each module.
- Certification: SWQR-accredited Supervisor Card, valid for 5 years.
- Location: Available across the UK. On-site group training available.
- Flexible Options: Need only one unit? No problem – modular options available.
Course Cost & Booking Info
Costs depend on how many units you need. We offer:
- Single-unit pricing for refresher or specific modules
- Full 5-day packages at competitive rates
- Group discounts and on-site training options for employers
Get a personalised quote by contacting our team or booking online. We respond fast, with no hidden fees.
Why This Certification Matters
With new regulations, tighter health & safety expectations, and more clients asking for proof of competence – having the right NRSWA Supervisor qualification isn’t optional anymore. It’s a legal requirement and a major career booster.
This course:
- Helps prevent accidents and fines
- Shows clients and employers you’re fully qualified
- Gets your name on the Street Works Qualification Register (SWQR)
Find a Streetworks Supervisor Course Near You
We deliver training at centres across the UK – from Manchester and Birmingham to London and Glasgow. Or, if you have a team of five or more, we’ll come to you.
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- “NRSWA Supervisor course near me”
- “UK Streetworks Supervisor training location”
- “Get my Streetworks Supervisor card”
…and you’ll likely find us top of the list (thanks to good SEO – and great training).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the NRSWA Streetworks Supervisor course?
It’s a certified programme that trains supervisors to legally manage street works and roadworks under the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991.
Do I need this qualification to supervise street works in the UK?
Yes. By law, supervisors of excavation, reinstatement, or traffic safety setups on public highways must hold the correct NRSWA certification.
How long is the qualification valid?
The NRSWA Supervisor card is valid for 5 years. A refresher of card is needed before expiry to remain compliant.
What’s the difference between the operative and supervisor courses?
Operatives carry out the work (digging, reinstating, etc.). Supervisors oversee and monitor that it’s done safely and to legal standards.
Is this course available online?
No – due to the practical nature of the course, it must be completed in person. However, we have centres across the UK and also offer on-site group training.
What if I only need one unit, like signing and guarding?
That’s fine – we offer modular training. You can take only the S1 unit or any combination that suits your role.
How do I get my NRSWA Supervisor card?
Complete the required training and pass all assessments. SWQR will then register you and send your card.
