Thrust Boring

Description

This course provides knowledge and understanding in the following areas:

  • Safe moling operations.
  • Outline of the regulations and requirements covering the safe use of moling equipment.
  • An understanding of how and why moling works (the benefits and limitations).
  • Knowledge of the equipment available.
  • Practical use to ensure the delegates are able to get the best results from their equipment.
  • Techniques for solving day to day moling problems.
  • To enable the delegates to test the performance of their equipment.

Prerequisites

None.

Exam Information

  • Theoretical training and assessment.
  • Practical training and assessment.

Dress Code

Candidates must bring the following items with them to the course:

  • Safety Boots/Suitable Footwear
  • High Visibility Vest/Jacket
  • Safety Glasses
  • Hard Hat
  • Gloves
  • Overalls/Suitable Workwear

Materials Required

Candidates are required to bring paper and a pen to make notes during their training.

All candidates must bring with them one of the following forms of ID:

  • A valid passport – no more than 6 months out of date
  • A valid UK photo driving license - no more than 6 months out of date
  • A photographic employee ID card 
  • A photographic ID card from an awarding body (e.g. IPAF, RTITB, NPORS)

If you do not have any of the above, please contact us for further information.

If this course is eligible for a short course grant, please ensure we have your levy number before the course start date, and your candidates provide their national insurance numbers on the day of the course. Without this information, we cannot claim the levy on your behalf and take no responsibility for the grant not being claimed.

Length of Qualification

3 Years