CCPHSE – Utility SHEA (Cross Country Pipelines)

The Utility SHEA (Cross Country Pipelines) scheme is an intensive safety, health, and environmental awareness course specifically tailored for individuals working on or near buried and above-ground pipelines. These pipelines typically transport oil, gas, or other hazardous materials over long distances.

This training provides comprehensive insights into the unique risks of pipeline operations, ensuring that all personnel—from operatives to project managers—maintain the highest standards of safety and environmental stewardship.

Who Must Attend?

This certification is essential for anyone involved in the construction, maintenance, or operation of major pipeline infrastructure.

  • Pipeline Operatives: Individuals working directly on pipeline installation and repair.

  • Plant Operators: Those operating machinery within pipeline easements.

  • Project Managers & Supervisors: Personnel responsible for site safety and land entry compliance.

  • Contractors: Any external partners requiring access to CSCS-controlled sites for pipeline projects.

Key Learning Outcomes

The curriculum covers eight mandatory Core Modules plus two specialized Cross Country Pipeline modules, ensuring a deep understanding of sector-specific risks:

  • Pipeline Protection: Understanding the Plant Protection Zone (PPZ) and rules for working within the pipeline easement (wayleave).

  • Asset Damage: Recognizing signs of damage to buried or visible pipelines and mastering reporting procedures.

  • Emergency Protocols: Specific response procedures for leaks, spills, and catastrophic failures.

  • Land Access & Right of Way: Understanding land entry permits, right-of-way obligations, and rural environmental controls.

  • Environmental Protection: Protecting soil, watercourses, and local ecology along the pipeline route.

  • CSCS Affiliation: Utilizing the SHEA registration as a pathway to the CSCS Partner Card Scheme.

Course Details & Certification

Feature Detail
Duration 1 Day (Full Day)
Accreditation EUSR (Energy & Utility Skills Register)
Price Contact us for pricing & group rates
Delivery Face-to-Face or Remote Virtual Classroom via EUSR Approved Trainers.
Assessment Multiple-choice question assessment.
Certification EUSR Registration (valid for 3 years) & pathway to CSCS Partner Card.

Why Choose Hills Safety Training?

Our SHEA Cross Country Pipelines course is delivered by trainers with deep industry expertise who understand the logistical challenges of major infrastructure projects. We offer flexible delivery options to ensure your team remains safe, compliant, and productive without disrupting your project timelines.

Secure your pipeline certification and maintain site access today!

For more information, contact us:

  • Phone: 07931744606

  • Email: enquiries@hillssafetytraining.com

EUSR Core SHEA: Utility Industry Safety Training

The EUSR Core SHEA (Safety, Health, and Environmental Awareness) scheme is the essential safety training designed specifically for the utility industry. This comprehensive one-day course is applicable across all major sectors, including Gas, Water, Power, and Telecoms.

Developed to provide a standardized baseline of safety knowledge, it ensures that all operatives, supervisors, and managers understand their legal and operational responsibilities. Crucially, this course is a CSCS Partner Card scheme, granting successful candidates access to construction sites for utility-based tasks.

Who Must Attend?

The EUSR Core SHEA is mandatory for any individual requiring access to operational utility sites or construction projects where utility work is being performed.

  • Utility Operatives: Essential for entry-level and experienced site workers.

  • Supervisors & Managers: Vital for those overseeing health and safety compliance.

  • Contractors: Required for external partners working on utility networks.

  • New Entrants: The perfect induction for those starting a career in the utility sector.

Key Learning Outcomes

The program is structured into six comprehensive modules designed to provide a 360-degree view of workplace safety and responsibility:

  • Workplace Responsibilities: Understanding legal frameworks and specific safety duties.

  • Environmental Impact: Managing how utility work affects the environment and sustainability.

  • Risk Identification: Learning to control and prevent hazards through proactive behaviors.

  • Physical Hazards: Minimizing the impact of physical risks in line with CSCS requirements.

  • Occupational Health: Mitigating health risks such as noise, vibration, and respiratory hazards.

  • Emergency Response: Mastering reporting, inspection, and safety enforcement standards.

Course Details & Certification

Feature Detail
Duration 1 Day (Full Day)
Accreditation EUSR (Energy & Utility Skills Register)
Price Contact us for competitive pricing & group rates
Delivery Remote via Zoom or teams or Face-to-Face delivery.
Assessment Written multiple-choice assessment.
Certification EUSR Registration & CSCS Partner Card eligibility (Valid for 3 years).

Why Choose Hills Safety Training?

Our EUSR Core SHEA courses are delivered by industry-approved trainers who bring real-world experience to the classroom. We offer flexible learning options, including face-to-face sessions at your location or remote virtual delivery via zoom or teams.

Protect your team and ensure site access today!

For more information or to book your session, contact us:

  • Phone: 07931744606

  • Email: enquiries@hillssafetytraining.com