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What Is NRSWA?
NRSWA stands for the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991. It is the piece of UK legislation that governs how work is carried out on public highways and streets. If you work on utilities, telecoms, water, gas, or any other activity that involves excavating or working within a public road or footway, NRSWA almost certainly applies to you.
NRSWA Operative vs Supervisor: What's the Difference?
NRSWA training is split into two main pathways: Operative and Supervisor. Both lead to a Streetworks accreditation card, but they cover different content and are suited to different roles on site. This guide explains the differences so you can choose the right course for your situation.
What Is Signing, Lighting and Guarding (SLG)?
Signing, Lighting and Guarding — commonly known as SLG — is one of the core units within NRSWA streetworks training. It covers how to safely set up, maintain, and remove traffic management arrangements around a streetworks site. Whether you are new to streetworks or looking to clarify your accreditation requirements, this guide explains what SLG involves and why it matters.
Do I Need a Streetworks Card to Work on the Highway?
If you work on, in, or around public roads and footways in the UK, there is a good chance you need a Streetworks accreditation card. This guide explains who requires one, what happens if you work without one, and how to get the right accreditation for your role.
What Is Cat and Genny Training?
Before any excavation takes place — whether on the highway or on other sites — it is essential to know what is buried underground. Cat and Genny training teaches workers how to use a Cable Avoidance Tool (CAT) and Signal Generator (Genny) to locate underground services before digging begins. This guide explains what the training involves, who needs it, and why it matters.
NRSWA Reassessment Explained
NRSWA Streetworks accreditation cards are valid for five years. Once they expire, card holders must complete a reassessment to renew their accreditation. This guide explains what reassessment involves, who needs it, and how to go about renewing your Streetworks card.
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