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- Full Course £155.00 10 remainingNational Water Hygiene Training
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The National Water Hygiene Scheme is a vital part of keeping the UK’s drinking water safe. At Jason Rowley Ltd, we deliver EUSR National Water Hygiene training to help workers meet the strict standards required by UK water companies. This training, often referred to as the Blue Card, is mandatory for anyone working on the clean water network, including service reservoirs, water treatment works, water pumping stations, and service pipes.
Holding this qualification proves that you understand good water hygiene practices, your role in protecting public health, and how to prevent potential contamination when working on or near drinking water systems.
The National Water Hygiene Scheme plays an essential role in ensuring safe drinking water is maintained across the country. It was developed by the UK water industry to set a consistent standard for hygiene awareness among workers. Without it, the risk of contamination from human activity in the network, known as restricted operations, increases.
Whether you’re a water company employee, subcontractor, or part of a self-lay organisation, you must complete this course before working on any operational sites within the water industry. This includes work carried out for other organisations that access the clean water network.
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The National Water Hygiene Training course plays a vital role in protecting public health by equipping individuals with the knowledge to prevent water contamination. This training ensures that water company employees, subcontractors, and anyone involved in the utilities sector understand the importance of maintaining clean water supply networks. From preventing chemical contamination to avoiding waterborne diseases like dysentery and persistent diarrhoea, the course emphasises good water hygiene practices that align with the expectations of the Drinking Water Inspectorate and other key stakeholders in the UK water industry.
You will need EUSR National Water Hygiene registration if you:
Once completed, you’ll receive your National Water Hygiene Blue Card, which is valid for three years. This card is recognised by all UK water companies and proves your competence in good water hygiene practices.
The EUSR National Water Hygiene scheme is designed to provide individuals wishing to access clean water sites and individuals working on the clean water network with a National Water Hygiene EUSR registration, granting ‘Restricted Operations’ access. Upon successful completion of the course and assessment, participants will be awarded with EUSR registration and a National Water Hygiene Blue Card.
The training follows the official National Water Hygiene Scheme content and covers:
All content is based on guidance from UK water companies and the Utility Skills Register, ensuring it meets industry standards.
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The course intends to ensure all individuals preparing to access sites of ‘Restricted Operations’ (clean water sites and within the clean water network) understand their role in protecting public health by ensuring the cleanliness and safety of drinking water. The Blue Card training will ensure all participants understand proper hygiene practices in order to prevent health risks and water contamination.
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We offer this course in multiple formats to suit different work patterns and preferences:
No matter which format you choose, you will cover the core modules required for EUSR National Water Hygiene registration.
At the end of your course, you’ll complete a short multiple-choice test to confirm your knowledge. Successful completion will earn you:
This qualification is valid for three years. Renewal is required before the expiry date to maintain your ability to work on operational sites.
The EUSR National Water Hygiene training course is designed for water company employees or employees of subcontractors wishing to access work, activities or sites of ‘Restricted Operations’ which includes:
Participants must complete a standardised health screening questionnaire as part of the occupational health department requirements. This ensures that both the health screening and water hygiene EUSR registration processes meet UK water companies’ safety standards.
Once training is completed, participants receive a National Water Hygiene Blue Card, sometimes referred to as the Blue Colour Card, demonstrating competency in water hygiene and protection of public health.
The EUSR National Water Hygiene training course consists of four modules, all developed in accordance with UK water companies and key water industry stakeholders. Course and module content are designed to build awareness of good water hygiene practices and industry standards.
The course can be delivered online or in person. Whether delivered online or in person, the course will always be led by a qualified trainer. Training is provided in an interactive manner, and candidates are encouraged to participate in discussions. The training will conclude with a simple multiple-choice assessment.
We deliver National Water Hygiene training that is both clear and practical, ensuring you understand how to apply hygiene principles on-site. Our trainers have experience in the water industry and the wider utilities sector, giving you insight into real-world applications of the scheme.
With flexible delivery options, competitive pricing, and training aligned to utility skills requirements, we make it straightforward to get your EUSR card and meet safety, health, and environmental standards.
Get your EUSR National Water Hygiene Blue Card and demonstrate your commitment to good water hygiene practices and public health protection. Whether you choose e-learning, e-classroom, or in-person delivery, Jason Rowley Ltd will guide you through the process and help you achieve certification.
Don’t forget to read our guide on NWH Training for Beginners.
Contact us today to secure your place, request further details, or arrange training for your team. Call 0800 001 6740 or email enquiries@jasonrowleyltd.com to get started.
The National Water Hygiene (‘Blue Card’) course plays a vital part in ensuring the protection of public health and promoting good water hygiene practices. The scheme has been developed in collaboration with all UK water companies and key stakeholders from across the water industry, so you can be confident that the content covers all the required knowledge and awareness of good water hygiene practices.
The course is designed for all individuals requiring access to clean water sites or working on the clean water network – known as ‘Restricted Operations’, including supervisors and managers. It’s not just water company employees. If you are working on a ‘Restricted Operation’ on behalf of a water company subcontractor or other organisation, such as Self-Lay Organisation (SLOs) – then you need a National Water Hygiene EUSR registration.
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.
National Water Hygiene registrations last for three years, from the date of the course.
3.5 Hours
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.
National Water Hygiene 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.
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