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Poor signing, lighting and guarding is one of the fastest ways to shut a site down — or worse, cause a serious incident.
The NRSWA Unit S1 course is designed for those responsible for monitoring street works, ensuring sites are set up correctly, safely and in line with legal requirements. It focuses on protecting road users, pedestrians and site operatives by making sure works are clearly signed, properly lit and securely guarded at all times.
If you’re supervising, inspecting or overseeing works on the public highway, this unit is non-negotiable.
What This Course Is Really About
This unit goes beyond “stick a cone there and hope for the best”.
You’ll gain a clear understanding of:
How street works should be signed, lit and guarded correctly
What compliant layouts look like in real-life situations
Common site failures — and how to spot them quickly
Your legal responsibilities when monitoring works on the highway
The emphasis is on practical judgement, not just ticking boxes.
Who Needs NRSWA Unit S1?
This course is essential for:
Street works supervisors
Inspectors and monitoring officers
Utility and highways managers
Anyone responsible for checking the safety of live street works
If your role involves signing off sites or challenging poor setups, this qualification backs you up.
Why Unit S1 Matters
Incorrect or poorly maintained signing, lighting and guarding can lead to:
Accidents involving vehicles and pedestrians
Enforcement action from local authorities
Work stoppages and reputational damage
Serious legal consequences
Unit S1 proves you know what “right” looks like — and when to step in.
Train With Simply Learning
We keep it practical, relevant and refreshingly straight-talking:
Experienced trainers who understand live highway environments
Clear explanations without unnecessary jargon
Focus on real-world monitoring scenarios
Supportive booking team and well-run courses
This is one of those courses where doing it properly really matters — and we make sure it lands.
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This course is for those employed in carrying out work on the highway who have not worked on the highway before or require re-registration on the SWQR.
To provide knowledge and understanding in the following areas:
– Monitor a work site survey
– Monitor the protection of pedestrians, vehicular traffic and site personnel
– Monitor the provision of portable traffic signals and Stop/Go traffic control
– Monitor site safety
– Theoretical training and assessment.
– Practical training and assessment.
Upon successful completion of the course, candidates will receive multiple CABWI Certificates and a Street Works Qualification Register (SWQR) Card.