We’ve included a quick view of our schedule here at Utilities Training in Lancashire. On this page you can book or enquire about any and all of our training course simply by clicking the links. This page will also include links to e-learning options and in also blended learning where available.

We offer courses for Street Works (NRSWA), Smart Awards Telecoms & Health & Safety, IPAF Mewp training, NPORS plant training, Confined Space training (certified by City & Guilds, CABWI or Smart Awards) and EUSR training. We are now also offering TAQA based qualifications such as Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement, Level 3 Award in Education & Training and Level 4 Certificate in Internal Quality Assurance.

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CABWI Confined Space Rescue

The aim of this course is to educate learners in a realistic high-risk environment by preparing them to work safely; entering and exiting confined spaces safely; preparing to use applicable breathing apparatus; using rescue equipment; following procedures and dealing with emergencies.

City & Guilds 6160-03 Level 2 Award in Working in High Risk Confined Spaces

A high-risk confined space with an NC4 classification is typically a space posing a specific risk to workers. They cannot eliminate or control the risks to an acceptable level and usually require breathing apparatus to operate in the area.

City & Guilds 6160-09 Medium Risk Confined Space Entry Controller & Entrant

Medium risk confined space training prepares entrants and entry controllers to manage hazards, use equipment, maintain communication, follow procedures, and respond effectively to emergencies safely.

IPAF 3a and 3b (two categories)

The IPAF 3a and 3b - Two categories of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) including cherry pickers, scissor lifts, and mobile booms such as articulated & electric boom lifts.

IPAF Harness User

The IPAF Harness Awareness and Harness User short courses provides delegates (including supervisors and managers) with essential knowledge to ensure correct selection and use of harnesses.

NRSWA Operative LA, O1 to O6 & O8

The NRSWA operative qualification certifies workers to safely perform street works, ensuring compliance with regulations, proper excavation, reinstatement, traffic management, and public safety standards requirements.

NRSWA Supervisor All Units LA & S1 to S7

The NRSWA supervisor qualification certifies individuals to oversee street works, ensuring compliance, coordination, safety, quality of reinstatement, and adherence to legal and traffic management requirement

Smart Awards

SA001 Overhead Safety including Joint User Poles

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.

SA002 Underground Safety 1-Day Course

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.

SA006 Safe Working in Civils (1.5 days)

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.

SA022 Track and Locate Underground Services

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

SA024 Pole Top Rescue

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.

SA051c Tetra Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof Training

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

PIA/Telecoms

SA022 Track and Locate Underground Services

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

SA024 Pole Top Rescue

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.

SA051c Tetra Leaning Ladder & Flat Roof Training

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

Confined Spaces

 

 
 
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sa004 abrasive wheels

SA004 Abrasive Wheels

nrswa o1/s1 signing lighting & guarding

NRSWA O1/S1 Signing, Lighting & Guarding

sa002 underground saefty

SA002 Under ground Safety

sa001 overhead safety

SA001 Overhead

Safety

Approved & Accredited Training Provider

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.