Upcoming Training Courses in Lancashire

Utilities Training Limited offers a wide range of upcoming training courses in Lancashire designed to meet industry demands. We deliver industry-recognised training across construction, utilities, and infrastructure sectors. As a result, learners gain the skills needed to meet health and safety compliance and improve workplace performance.

Confined Space Training Courses

We provide comprehensive confined space training to suit all risk levels. This includes City & Guilds 6160-02 Medium Risk, 6160-09 Medium Risk with Entry Controller, and 6160-03 High Risk Confined Spaces. In addition, we deliver CABWI medium and high risk confined space training and Smart Awards confined space qualifications. These courses build hazard awareness, improve safety, and prepare learners for real working environments.

IPAF and Street Works Training

We offer IPAF training courses including IPAF 1b, IPAF 3a, and IPAF 3b. These courses help operators safely use MEWPs (Mobile Elevating Work Platforms). Furthermore, our Street Works (NRSWA training) ensures compliance with highway regulations. Therefore, learners gain the knowledge to work safely on public roads and infrastructure projects.

NPORS and EUSR Training

Our NPORS training courses include N202 360 Excavator, N001 Counterbalance Forklift Truck, and N204 Forward Tipping Dumper. These courses develop plant operation skills and improve site safety. In addition, we deliver EUSR training to support utilities workers with recognised certification. As a result, learners gain essential qualifications for site access and compliance.

Smart Awards Training Courses

We provide a wide range of Smart Awards training to support telecoms and utilities sectors. Courses include SA001 Overhead Safety & Pole Climbing, SA002 Underground Safety & Gas Testing, and SA004 Abrasive Wheels Training. We also deliver SA006 Safe Working in Civils and SA010 Medium Risk Confined Space Training.

Furthermore, we offer advanced courses such as SA060 Medium Risk Entrant & Entry Controller, SA022 Track and Locate Underground Services, and SA023 Banksman Training. Learners can also complete SA024 Pole Top Rescue, SA029 Safe Working in Single Dwellings, and SA030 Fire Stopping. Additional courses include SA032 Safe Working in Multiple Dwellings, SA051c TETRA Leaning Ladder and Flat Roof Accreditation, and SA053 Enhanced TETRA Training.

Flexible Training Options Available

We run training courses in Lancashire throughout the year. In addition, we offer flexible scheduling, including weekday and weekend options. Therefore, businesses can train staff with minimal disruption. Choose Utilities Training Limited for reliable, high-quality, and accredited training courses that support safety, compliance, and career progression.

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SA001 Overhead Safety including Joint User Poles

From £450.00

The SA001 qualification covers three modules: Overhead Safety, Pole checking and Joint user Poles. Aimed at operatives working on the overhead telecoms network it takes up to 2.5 days.

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SA001a Overhead safety awareness

From £150.00

This is an awareness ONLY course and can be delivered in person or online, it does not include climbing or any practical element. The course is suitable for MEWP operators or senior staff.

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SA002 Underground Safety 1-Day Course

From £150.00

This accreditation covers Gas Testing and Cover Lifting. It provides learners with the knowledge and skills to identify the hazards and potential risks involved in working safely on or in proximity to underground structures and operational buildings.

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SA003 Safe Use of Respiratory Protective Equipment

From £150.00

This course provides learners with the skills and knowledge of selection and use of adequate and suitable Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) in the workplace, in order to comply with the law.

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SA004 Safe Use of Abrasive Wheels

From £95.00

This 1/2 day course including a practical lesson and assessment teaches the safe use of abrasive wheels including portable cut-off saws.

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SA005 Safe Moving and Handling (Manual Handling)

From £90.00

A half-day course in the principles and practices of safe manual handling, can be delivered remotely as there is no practical element.

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SA006 Safe Working in Civils (1.5 days)

From £225.00

This qualification is required for anyone working on the Openreach network where there are breaking ground or there is a risk to network infrastructure or any harm to persons.

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SA007 Asbestos Awareness

From £150.00

This half-day training provides essential foundation knowledge in the dangers of asbestos and can be delivered remotely.

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SA011 Locate and Clear Blockages

From £150.00

Aimed predominantly at telecoms workers this 1-day training demonstrate safe methods for locating and clearing blockages in the underground networks.

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SA015 Duct Laying

From £150.00

The purpose of this accreditation is to provide learners with the necessary information to understand and demonstrate the requirements for duct laying and slewing in the telecoms utility pipe networks

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SA016 Core Drilling

From £150.00

This course covers core drilling into telecommunications jointing chambers in accordance with industry standards.

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SA020 Working safely in single & multiple dwelling units (MDU)

From £150.00

SA020 Has been withdrawn by Smart Awards and replaced with SA029 and SA030.

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SA022 Track and Locate Underground Services

From £199.00

The SA022 – Track and Locate Underground Services course provides learners with the knowledge and skills of planning, safely locating and avoiding underground services.

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SA024 Pole Top Rescue

From £180.00

This course is aimed at operatives working on poles to enable them to successfully safely rescue a person suspended at height. NB - this does NOT allow the learner to forward deliver this course.

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SA051c Tetra Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof Training

From £225.00

This course is designed to teach the Tetra Safety system which is required by anyone climbing poles o ladders on the Openreach Network, Virgin Media, EE, City Fibre and more

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Utilities Training Limited (www.utilities.training) is a leading UK vocational training provider based in the North West, delivering high-quality, industry-recognised courses across a wide range of sectors. Specialising in street works, confined spaces, IPAF, NPORS, EUSR, and Smart Awards, the company is committed to equipping individuals and businesses with the skills needed to work safely and compliantly. With experienced instructors, modern facilities, and a strong focus on practical, hands-on learning, Utilities Training Limited has built a reputation for excellence, reliability, and supporting workforce development across the utilities and construction industries.