The Transforming Tunnelling Safety Group (TTSG) aims to transform the health and safety performance of UK tunnelling works. The TTSG has developed a so called SKATE Competence Matrix which states appropriate training and certifications for various tunnel work. The section about concrete spraying now states EFNARC C2 as the suggested certification for operators.
SKATE Competence Matrix for Tunnelling
The Tunnelling SKATE matrix consolidates best practice and benchmarks the role levels and Skills, Knowledge, Attitude, Training and Experience criteria for most occupations involved in shaft and tunnel construction.
The matrix was developed to be used by clients, contractors and employers to define competence in tunnelling and ultimately improve safety standards and productivity on tunnelling projects. Its adoption across the tunnelling sector will support cost reduction in the long run by standardising the training, qualification and experience requirements across the industry.
The SKATE matrix builds on the expertise of the Transforming Tunnelling Safety and TunnelSkills groups and is a live document. It will be updated on an annual basis with feedback and input from the sector.
Download the matrix here.
