Course Programme
National Water Hygiene Card Course in Northern Ireland
The National Water Hygiene Course provides the training required for anyone working on clean drinking water systems. Training Solutions NI delivers the EUSR National Water Hygiene course in Antrim, Northern Ireland, enabling workers to obtain the recognised National Water Hygiene Card, often called the Blue Card.
Training Solutions NI is a NEBOSH-accredited training provider based in Antrim, Northern Ireland. Training Solutions NI delivers face-to-face NEBOSH, IOSH and City & Guilds courses across Northern Ireland and has trained more than 10,000 learners annually since 2004.
The National Water Hygiene course is designed for people who work on or enter clean water infrastructure and water network sites. Once you complete the training and pass the assessment, you will receive an EUSR National Water Hygiene registration card, confirming that you understand the procedures required to protect drinking water supplies.
Key Course Information
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Course: National Water Hygiene (EUSR Blue Card)
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Duration: Half-day classroom course
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Assessment: Multiple choice test
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Certification: EUSR National Water Hygiene Card
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Location: Training Solutions NI training centre, Antrim
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Delivery: Face-to-face training
What Is the National Water Hygiene Card?
The National Water Hygiene scheme was developed in collaboration with UK water companies to protect public health and drinking water supplies. Anyone working on the clean water network or entering restricted water company sites is normally required to hold a National Water Hygiene registration on the Energy & Utility Skills Register (EUSR).
The scheme helps ensure workers understand the importance of maintaining safe drinking water supplies and the procedures required when working on water infrastructure. This includes recognising contamination risks, maintaining high hygiene standards and following industry best practice when working on clean water networks.
When you successfully complete the course you will receive the EUSR National Water Hygiene photo ID card, widely known as the Blue Card.
Who Needs the Water Hygiene Card?
The National Water Hygiene Card is required for many roles involving work on drinking water infrastructure.
You will usually need this training if you work on:
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water mains installation or repair
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water treatment works
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service reservoirs
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pumping stations
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wells, springs or boreholes
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water distribution networks
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clean water storage systems
The requirement applies to a wide range of organisations and contractors including:
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water utility employees
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civil engineering contractors
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pipeline installation teams
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subcontractors working for water companies
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groundworks contractors
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self-lay organisations (SLOs)
If you are carrying out restricted operations on the clean water network, the National Water Hygiene Card is typically required before work can begin.
What Does the Water Hygiene Course Cover?
The course explains the risks associated with drinking water contamination and the procedures required to protect water quality.
Training includes the following topics:
Introduction to the National Water Hygiene registration scheme
Criteria and specification for card holders
Completion of registration scheme documentation
Water and personal hygiene within operations
Equipment, materials and disinfection of items
National Water Hygiene personal protective equipment requirements
Water Resources Act legislation
Local authority legislation and specifications
Cross contamination between different industries
Identification of chemical and bacterial infections
Case history of previous contamination incidents
Potential consequences including reputational damage, fines and prosecutions
Role of regulators responsible for drinking water quality
Consequences of non-compliance
Documentation and record keeping procedures
These topics help workers understand the importance of maintaining strict hygiene procedures when working on water infrastructure.
How Is the Course Assessed?
At the end of the training session delegates complete a short multiple-choice assessment to confirm their understanding of the course content.
The test checks knowledge of contamination risks, hygiene procedures and the responsibilities of individuals working on water systems.
Successful candidates are registered with the Energy & Utility Skills Register (EUSR) and issued with the National Water Hygiene Card.
How Long Does the Course Take?
The National Water Hygiene course is delivered as a half-day classroom course.
The training includes tutor-led instruction, discussion of real industry examples and the final assessment. Face-to-face delivery allows delegates to ask questions and understand the practical procedures required when working on water infrastructure.
Related EUSR Utility Safety Courses
Training Solutions NI also delivers a number of EUSR safety passport courses for individuals working in the utilities sector.
If you are working on water infrastructure projects you may also require the EUSR Safety Health and Environmental Awareness (SHEA) Water course, which provides safety training for people working within the water industry. More information can be found on our EUSR SHEA Water course page.
For individuals working on telecommunications infrastructure, Training Solutions NI also delivers the EUSR SHEA Telecoms course, which provides the required safety training for people working in telecoms environments including fibre and network installation.
These courses help ensure workers understand the safety requirements when working in different utility sectors.
Why Take the Water Hygiene Course at Training Solutions NI?
Training Solutions NI has been delivering accredited training to organisations across Northern Ireland since 2004.
Founded by Jim Stewart CBE, the organisation provides professional training from its purpose-built facility in Antrim and supports companies across many sectors including construction, utilities and engineering.
Organisations choose Training Solutions NI because of:
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over 20 years delivering accredited training
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10,000+ learners trained every year
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face-to-face classroom training in Northern Ireland
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experienced tutors with industry experience
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modern training facilities in Antrim
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trusted by 40+ of Northern Ireland’s top 100 companies
Training Solutions NI delivers a wide range of accredited training including NEBOSH health and safety courses, IOSH training programmes, City & Guilds electrical qualifications, and specialist industry courses including EUSR utility safety training.
Where Is the Course Delivered?
The course is delivered at the Training Solutions NI training centre:
Training Solutions (NI) Limited
New Horizons
4A Steeple Road
Antrim
Co. Antrim
BT41 1AF
The training centre is easily accessible from across Northern Ireland including Belfast, Lisburn, Newtownabbey, Ballymena and Derry / Londonderry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the EUSR National Water Hygiene card?
The EUSR National Water Hygiene card confirms that a worker has completed approved training in water hygiene and understands how to protect drinking water supplies from contamination. It is widely known as the Blue Card and is required for many roles involving work on clean water systems.
How long is the National Water Hygiene card valid?
The National Water Hygiene registration is normally valid for three years. After this period workers must complete refresher training to maintain their registration.
Do I need experience before taking the course?
No previous qualifications are required. The course is suitable for anyone working on or entering clean water infrastructure sites.
Is the course classroom-based or online?
Training Solutions NI delivers the course face-to-face at its training centre in Antrim, allowing delegates to ask questions and discuss real workplace situations with experienced tutors.
What happens after passing the course?
After successfully completing the training and assessment, delegates are registered on the Energy & Utility Skills Register (EUSR) and issued with their National Water Hygiene Blue Card.
Book the National Water Hygiene Course
If you need the National Water Hygiene Card to work on clean water infrastructure, Training Solutions NI can help you complete the required training quickly and efficiently.
Phone: 028 9448 8100
Email: info@trainingsolutionsni.co.uk
Training Solutions (NI) Limited
New Horizons
4A Steeple Road
Antrim
BT41 1AF