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What is the EUSR National Water Hygiene Course?

The EUSR National Water Hygiene course is 1/2 day in duration. The National Water Hygiene scheme is recognised by the UK water industry. It plays as a vital part in ensuring the protection of public health and promoting safe drinking water practices. It is a criminal offence to supply water unfit for human consumption.

The ‘Blue Card’

Created in 2006, the ‘Blue Card’ replaced all water company specific hygiene schemes. It also removed the need for workers to undergo separate testing, health screening and to carry multiple cards. Water companies across the UK now mostly mandate the use of the EUSR National Water Hygiene card.

Who is the EUSR National Water Hygiene Card Suitable For?

The EUSR National Water Hygiene card is suitable for anyone entering a clean water site or engaged in operations on the clean water network, whether in contact with the water or not.

It is increasingly expected that all those handling water for human consumption, including contractors, facilities management organisations, environmental health practitioners, water engineers, plumbers etc also carry a ‘Blue Card’ to demonstrate competence and their understanding of safe water hygiene practice.

Any person working on a restricted operations area at sites such as service reservoirs, water pumping stations, water treatment works, wells, springs and boreholes or working on the network of water mains and service pipes must be in possession of a National Water Hygiene card. The same training package is delivered to both direct employees of water companies, and all contractors that work on the restricted operations sites including self-lay organisations working on new developments.

How do I get an EUSR Blue Card?

Registration is based on successful completion of a training course. Upon successful completion, a cover note will be issued by the trainer and trainees will be registered on the EUSR. Once the necessary paperwork and payment have been received the NEUSR Blue Card will be issued within 28 days.

Certification & Assessment

This course comprises of a trainer lead presentation, a health screening aspect and a multiple choice test. You will be called upon to share your experiences and thoughts throughout to build on the course material and to identify cases of good and bad practice. Once the SHEA National Water Hygiene course has been completed you will receive a EUSR Blue card (National Water Hygiene card).

Requirements to Attend the EUSR National Water Hygiene Course Online

A good level of written and spoken English is required to successfully complete this course.

When Does the Qualification Expire?

The EUSR Blue card is valid for 3 years from the date of training. After which the course will require renewal by anyone still working within the industry.

EUSR Registration

EUSR registration and card supply costs are £30 + VAT. It provides on-site evidence that an individual has demonstrated an appropriate level of knowledge and awareness with regards to hygiene issues. It is also a pre-requisite for many other industry competence requirements and EUSR registration schemes.

What is the Online EUSR National Water Hygiene Course?

The EUSR National Water Hygiene course is available online. This online course is rolled out using Zoom or similar software options to achieve virtual classroom environment. To attend the online version of the course you must have access to a computer, laptop, tablet or phone that uses a microphone and webcam. All paperwork, instructions and log in details for the course are sent provided prior.

The online EUSR National Water Hygiene course is 1/2 day in duration. The National Water Hygiene scheme is recognised by the UK water industry. It plays as a vital part in ensuring the protection of public health and promoting safe drinking water practices. It is a criminal offence to supply water unfit for human consumption.

The ‘Blue Card’

Created in 2006, the ‘Blue Card’ replaced all water company specific hygiene schemes. It also removed the need for workers to undergo separate testing, health screening and to carry multiple cards. Water companies across the UK now mostly mandate the use of the EUSR National Water Hygiene card.

Who is the EUSR National Water Hygiene Card Suitable For?

The EUSR National Water Hygiene card is suitable for anyone entering a clean water site or engaged in operations on the clean water network, whether in contact with the water or not.

It is increasingly expected that all those handling water for human consumption, including contractors, facilities management organisations, environmental health practitioners, water engineers, plumbers etc also carry a ‘Blue Card’ to demonstrate competence and their understanding of safe water hygiene practice.

Any person working on a restricted operations area at sites such as service reservoirs, water pumping stations, water treatment works, wells, springs and boreholes or working on the network of water mains and service pipes must be in possession of a National Water Hygiene card. The same training package is delivered to both direct employees of water companies, and all contractors that work on the restricted operations sites including self-lay organisations working on new developments.

How do I get an EUSR Blue Card?

Registration is based on successful completion of a training course. Upon successful completion, a cover note will be issued by the trainer and trainees will be registered on the EUSR. Once the necessary paperwork and payment have been received the NEUSR Blue Card will be issued within 28 days.

Certification & Assessment

This online course comprises of a trainer lead presentation, a health screening aspect and a multiple choice test. You will be called upon to share your experiences and thoughts throughout to build on the course material and to identify cases of good and bad practice. Once the SHEA National Water Hygiene course has been completed you will receive a EUSR Blue card (National Water Hygiene card).

Requirements to Attend the EUSR National Water Hygiene Course Online

A good level of written and spoken English is required to successfully complete this course.

When Does the Qualification Expire?

The EUSR Blue card is valid for 3 years from the date of training. After which the course will require renewal by anyone still working within the industry.

EUSR Registration

EUSR registration and card supply costs are £30 + VAT. It provides on-site evidence that an individual has demonstrated an appropriate level of knowledge and awareness with regards to hygiene issues. It is also a pre-requisite for many other industry competence requirements and EUSR registration schemes.