SHEA Water
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SHEA Water forms part of the nationally recognised Safety, Health and Environmental Awareness scheme managed by the Energy & Utility Skills Register (EUSR).
The qualification is designed to provide utility workers with a consistent and comprehensive understanding of safe working practices within clean water and wastewater environments. It is widely recognised by UK water companies, principal contractors and infrastructure providers as a requirement for operational site access.
The course includes core SHEA modules alongside water-specific content covering:
• Safe systems of work in clean water and wastewater environments
• Environmental responsibilities within regulated water sites
• Risk assessment and hazard control
• Highway working and excavation best practice
Successful delegates receive EUSR SHEA Water registration and a CSCS-affiliated smart card, valid for three years.
SHEA Water forms part of the nationally recognised Safety, Health and Environmental Awareness scheme managed by the Energy & Utility Skills Register (EUSR).
The qualification is designed to provide utility workers with a consistent and comprehensive understanding of safe working practices within clean water and wastewater environments. It is widely recognised by UK water companies, principal contractors and infrastructure providers as a requirement for operational site access.
The course includes core SHEA modules alongside water-specific content covering:
• Safe systems of work in clean water and wastewater environments
• Environmental responsibilities within regulated water sites
• Risk assessment and hazard control
• Highway working and excavation best practice
Successful delegates receive EUSR SHEA Water registration and a CSCS-affiliated smart card, valid for three years.
We offer both the full SHEA Water course and a renewal option to support continued compliance for individuals working within the water industry.
Duration: 1 Day
Price: £185 + VAT
Duration: Half Day
Price: £170 + VAT
Duration: 1 Hour
Price: £150 + VAT
All course fees include:
• Registration with the Energy & Utility Skills Register (EUSR)
• Issuance of a CSCS-affiliated smart card (physical and digital)
• Certification valid for three years in line with EUSR requirements
Secure your SHEA Water qualification and ensure you meet operational site access requirements across clean water and wastewater environments in the UK.
Whether you require the full 1-day course or a renewal to maintain EUSR registration, Jason Rowley Training delivers accredited SHEA Water training designed to support compliance, strengthen safety awareness and maintain eligibility for water infrastructure projects.
A valid SHEA Water card confirms your registration with the Energy & Utility Skills Register and demonstrates recognised health, safety and environmental awareness within regulated water environments.
Book your SHEA Water training today to:
• Maintain uninterrupted access to operational water sites
• Meet contractor and water company compliance requirements
• Renew your existing SHEA Water registration before expiry
• Strengthen workplace safety knowledge across water infrastructure projects
For individual bookings or group delivery options, contact Jason Rowley Training today to secure your place.
| Module | What You Will Learn | Industry Application |
|---|---|---|
| Understanding Workplace Responsibilities | Legal frameworks, employer and employee duties, and application of health and safety legislation within water industry environments. | Applies to all individuals accessing operational water network sites. |
| Environmental Awareness | Key environmental considerations, sustainability responsibilities and regulatory compliance within clean water and wastewater operations. | Relevant across regulated water infrastructure projects. |
| Identifying and Controlling Risks | Hazard recognition, risk assessment principles and implementation of safe systems of work. | Supports proactive safety behaviour on operational water sites. |
| Common Workplace Hazards | Identification of physical hazards and appropriate control measures in line with CSCS-affiliated standards. | Required knowledge for safe access to water treatment and distribution environments. |
| Occupational Health Hazards | Understanding long-term health risks, exposure factors and mitigation strategies within regulated environments. | Protects workforce wellbeing across water infrastructure projects. |
| Responding to Emergencies | Emergency procedures, reporting requirements and enforcement awareness in operational environments. | Critical for incident management on clean water and wastewater sites. |
| Clean and Wastewater Operations | Understanding hazards associated with clean water and wastewater operations, including treatment processes and operational risks. | Essential for operatives working within regulated water environments. |
| Highway Working and Excavations (Water) | Safe working procedures for highway operations and excavations, including avoidance of other underground utility services. | Required for contractors and engineers operating in public and private highway environments. |
The SHEA Water course is designed for individuals working within the water utilities sector who require recognised EUSR registration and compliance with health, safety and environmental standards for operational site access.
This training is suitable for:
• Operatives working on clean water and wastewater infrastructure
• Technicians handling water mains, distribution networks and treatment systems
• Contractors delivering streetworks or excavation projects within water environments
• Utility workers accessing CSCS-controlled sites under the Energy & Utility Skills scheme
• Supervisors and managers responsible for site safety and compliance
• Personnel requiring a valid SHEA Water card to access regulated operational locations
• Professionals completing SHEA Water renewal to maintain certification validity
Many water companies and principal contractors require a valid EUSR SHEA Water card before permitting access to operational water network sites.
Completing this course demonstrates that you understand workplace responsibilities, can identify and control risks, and are competent in applying safe systems of work within clean water and wastewater environments.
The SHEA Water course is delivered via a structured, trainer-led virtual classroom aligned with Energy & Utility Skills Register (EUSR) standards.
To attend the online course, you will need:
• A laptop or desktop computer (a tablet with a minimum 10-inch screen is acceptable)
• A stable internet connection suitable for live video delivery
• A quiet learning environment or headphones to minimise distractions
• Access to a printer to complete and submit the assessment sheet
Full joining instructions and required documentation are provided before the course date.
All sessions are delivered by experienced trainers, with guidance and support available throughout the training and assessment process.
Assessment is designed to confirm your understanding of the safety, health and environmental principles covered throughout the course.
For virtual classroom delivery:
• A multiple-choice assessment is completed after each module
• Answer sheets are printed, completed during the session and submitted digitally
• Trainers provide clear instructions and guidance before and during the assessment
For in-person training:
• Assessments are completed using paper-based formats
• Delegates receive the same structured guidance and module content as online delivery
• Suitable for group bookings and site-based training requirements
Upon successful completion, results are processed and submitted to the Energy & Utility Skills Register (EUSR) for registration and issuance of your SHEA Water smart card.
Jason Rowley Training delivers accredited SHEA Water courses aligned with Energy & Utility Skills Register requirements and recognised water industry standards.
Our training reflects real-world operational environments, ensuring delegates understand how to apply safety principles within clean water and wastewater settings.
When you book with us, you benefit from:
• EUSR-approved SHEA Water training
• Trainers with practical water and utilities sector experience
• Delivery aligned with current health, safety and environmental legislation
• Courses that meet CSCS site access requirements
• Flexible virtual classroom and group training options
• Clear pricing and straightforward certification processes
Our focus is not simply on issuing a card. We ensure every delegate understands workplace responsibilities, risk control and safe systems of work across regulated water infrastructure projects.
By training with Jason Rowley Training, you gain recognised certification and practical safety knowledge that supports compliant working across UK water network sites.
Completing the SHEA Water course and receiving EUSR registration provides recognised certification and supports compliant working across regulated water environments.
Your details are recorded on the Energy & Utility Skills Register, and you receive a CSCS-affiliated SHEA Water smart card valid for three years.
Many UK water companies and principal contractors require a valid SHEA Water card before granting access to operational clean water and wastewater sites.
The qualification confirms your understanding of:
• Hazard identification and risk control
• Environmental responsibilities within regulated water environments
• Safe systems of work across operational sites
• Emergency response and reporting procedures
SHEA Water aligns with HSE guidance and utilities sector regulations, supporting access to CSCS-controlled sites where recognised by the employer or contractor.
Holding a valid EUSR SHEA Water card demonstrates recognised industry compliance and supports contractors, freelancers and organisations bidding for regulated water infrastructure work.
A SHEA EUSR registration gives confidence there is the required knowledge and understanding to work safely in an operational environment. The training embeds best practice in health and safety and environmental awareness and supports the HSE’s essential principles for good health and safety performance.
The one-day courses are designed for all individuals requiring access to operational sites, including supervisors and managers. All SHEA schemes were developed in collaboration with employers and key stakeholders from across the industries in our sector, so the content is relevant – all helping to improve the safety of the workforce and reduce costs associated with injury, illness or accidents.
There are no formal entry requirements, but all candidates must have a basic understanding of written and spoken English.
You will need a stable internet connection, a laptop or desktop computer. A tablet that is 10” or greater may be used. Mobile phones cannot be used under any circumstances. You should be in a room on your own but if this is not possible headphones must be used.
You will be sent an answer sheet that you must print out. It is a multiple-choice tick box style sheet and once completed you will take a photo and submit to the trainer.
In compliance with the Energy & Utility Skills Register, SHEA EUSR registration provides evidence for an engineer that they are knowledgeable and understand work safety in an operational environment. A EUSR registration card qualifies an operations worker to access and work in a site related to the gas, power, and telecommunications sectors.
SHEA Gas lasts for five years and all other registrations last for three years, from the date of the course.
One working day.
The cost of training includes EUSR registration, a virtual card as well as a plastic smart card.
All EUSR SHEA cards carry the CSCS logo giving the individual access to operational sites.
EUSR SHEA courses are normally delivered online via a virtual classroom with a trainer to help and guide you through the course. The course can be delivered in a classroom subject to minimum numbers and if this is your preference, please get in touch to arrange a suitable date.
Multiple choice questions normally taken after each module.
Please feel free to get in touch if you can’t find the answer to your question.
