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EUSR Category 3, 4 & 5 Refresher – Install, Inspect & Remove Timber, Steel and Proprietary Shoring Systems

Course Duration:
One Day
Format:
In-Person
Location:
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Course Overview

This 1-day EUSR refresher course is designed for delegates who already hold a valid EUSR Category 3–5 qualification and require renewal of their registration. The programme reinforces practical competency in the installation, inspection and removal of temporary trench support systems — including timber, steel and proprietary shoring, while ensuring up-to-date knowledge of excavation safety legislation and best practice guidance.

Training is delivered by experienced instructors through a combination of focused classroom updates and live-dig practical retraining, aligned with HSG47, HSG150, BS 5975, and National Occupational Standards.

This refresher ensures workers maintain safe and compliant working practices when dealing with ground instability, excavation hazards, and temporary works requirements.

Course Duration:
One Day
Format:
In-Person
Location:

Certification Awarded

EUSR Categories 3,4,5: Install, Inspect & Remove (Timber/ Steel/ Proprietary) Support Systems certificate, re-registration & card

Valid for

Three Years

Awarding Body

EUSR Approved Trainer

Who should Attend This Course

This course is intended for professionals who already hold the EUSR Category 3–5 shoring card and require competency renewal.

Prerequisites

  • A valid in date EUSR Categories 3, 4 and 5 Authorisation.
  • Good understanding of spoken and written English.

What To Have With You To Attend The Course

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Assessment

Live-dig assessments under real site conditions Practical competence validated against current EUSR standards

Course Content

The course revisits and updates the essential skills and understanding necessary for safe trench support installation:

Excavation Safety & Industry Updates

  • Changes to EUSR requirements
  • Latest guidance in HSG47, HSG150 and temporary works procedures
  • Reinforcement of compliance responsibilities

Ground Conditions & Hazard Identification

  • Soil instability indicators
  • Preventing collapse and strike risks
  • Safe access and escape

Temporary Shoring Systems (Cat 3, 4 & 5)

  • Timber, steel and proprietary systems reviewed
  • Matching system design to excavation conditions
  • Avoiding overloading and installation errors

Inspection & Documentation Procedures

  • Recording findings and daily check requirements
  • Temporary works supervision interface

Practical Live-Dig Assessment

  • Re-demonstration of safe installation and removal methods
  • Emergency procedures refresher
  • Instructor feedback on technique and safety performance

Frequently Asked Questions

Who needs a shoring systems refresher?

Anyone holding EUSR shoring accreditation (Categories 3–5) nearing expiry must take a refresher within three years for revalidation.

What’s different from the initial course?

This course is purely a renewal of current competencies; it does not cover initial theory or basic construction.

Do I need to bring my own shoring equipment?

No. We provide equipment. You just need your standard PPE (boots, hard hat, gloves, hi‑vis).

What certification do I receive?

A renewed EUSR Category 3–5 card with another 3-year validity is issued on successful completion.

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