What is the EUSR Drains and Sewers Course?
The EUSR Drains and Sewers course is for those working temporarily or permanently on operational sites. In particular, it focuses on helping operators, supervisors, and managers gain the knowledge and skills to comply with safety regulations specific to drainage and sewerage systems. Delegates will learn how to identify and address industry-specific risks while implementing best practices for maintaining and operating drains and sewers.
Notably, the course features 8 modules. Modules 1-6 (SHEA Core) cover health, safety, and environmental law applicable to all utility industries, while Modules 12-13 focus on the UK Drainage and Sewerage Industry. Delegates must successfully complete an assessment to earn their EUSR registration.
Futhermore, industry experts designed this course following HSE guidelines to ensure delegates can tackle safety challenges, apply effective practices, and promote safer, more efficient operations.
EUSR Drains and Sewers Course - Key Information
-
1-Day course
-
Multiple-choice assessment per module
-
Gain essential safety knowledge needed to safely perform drainage and sewerage operations
-
Your EUSR registration will be valid for 3 years
-
No formal prerequisites for this course
-
Insight into industry-standard techniques
EUSR Registration
Registration on EUSR remains valid for a period of three years, starting from the date of training. During this time, individuals are considered fully accredited, allowing them to work confidently in their role. Re-registration may be required to maintain their status after expiry. This ensures that professionals continue to meet the necessary industry standards and remain knowledgeable in the latest practices and safety regulations.
About Energy & Utility Skills
EUSR is the register of training and skills for the energy and utility sector. Schemes and programmes have been developed by Energy and Utility Skills and qualify an individual for registration on the Energy & Utility Skills Register (EUSR).
EUSR schemes and programmes are spread across many industries including Gas, Power, Smart Metering, Telecommunications, Waste and Resource Management, Water and Cross-Industry.
EUSR Drains and Sewers Course Content
The EUSR Drains and Sewers course consists of 8 modules, 6 core (1-6) and 2 industry-specific (12 & 13).
Knowledge and skills covered on the 8 modules:
Module 1: Covers workplace responsibilities, legal obligations, and the importance of safety compliance.
Module 2: Focuses on minimising environmental impact through sustainable practices.
Module 3: Teaches risk identification and control methods to ensure a safe work environment.
Module 4: Highlights common workplace hazards and the safety measures to control them.
Module 5: Addresses occupational health hazards and how to prevent them on site.
Module 6: Provides training on emergency response procedures and safety protocols.
Module 12: Covers the specifics of drainage and sewer systems, including maintenance and safety.
Module 13: Focuses on safety during highway work and excavations related to drainage.
Assessment and Certification
The EUSR Drains and Sewers course evaluates delegates’ knowledge of health, safety, and industry-specific procedures related to drainage and sewerage systems. Each module includes an assessment, which can be taken individually at the end of each module or all together at the end of the course. The assessments consist of multiple-choice questions. All assessments need to be passed to receive EUSR registration.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal requirements to enrol.
Choose a course option
All of our courses are delivered with the same level of information and support, so you can choose the style of training that best suits your environment.
Our prices include:
-
Certificates
-
Exams
-
Course materials
Customer testimonials
Here are some testimonials left by our previous happy customers
Other EUSR Courses and Complimentary Health & Safety Courses
Below you will find other courses for the Energy & Utilities Skills Register:
EUSR National Water Hygiene
The National Water Hygiene training will give you the knowledge and awareness of good water hygiene when entering clean water sites or on the clean water network.
EUSR SHEA Gas
EUSR SHEA Gas Courses (Safety, Health & Environmental Awareness) are designed to give those in the gas industry the knowledge and skills to work to a good standard of health and safety in line with HSE guidelines.
EUSR SHEA Power
EUSR SHEA Power Courses (Safety, Health & Environmental Awareness) are designed to give those in the gas industry the knowledge and skills to work to a good standard of health and safety in line with HSE guidelines.
Find a course near you
Or select a location below
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some of the questions we frequently get asked about EUSR training courses.