NPORS Shoring (Install, Inspect, Remove)

COURSE CONTENT:

• Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities regarding shoring installation, inspection and removal
• Have a knowledge of the equipment to be used. Be conversant with Method Statements, Risk Assessments and Permits to Work
• Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for use
• Ensure all pre-excavating checks including exploratory tasks have been carried out and agree emergency procedures
• Be able to identify installation requirements including resources required and manufacturers information
• Identify the risks that excavations can present and how people may be affected
• Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area and visually inspect excavations prior to entry
• Identify ground conditions, ground water conditions, soil, sand, clays, and gravel types and how they affect ground stability
• Identify the risks of excavating near to underground services and the safe digging practices that should be adopted
• Install, maintain and remove timber, steel and proprietary support systems
• Use appropriate access equipment to ensure safe access and egress into the excavation and prevent unauthorised access
• Support excavations with traditional and proprietary systems
• Understand the implications of working in confined spaces and working at height
• Environmental conditions
• Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures