Street Works

The Street Works Sector at Smart Awards

Street Works plays a vital role in maintaining and upgrading the UK’s infrastructure. At Smart Awards, we are proud to support this critical sector through industry-recognised qualifications and End-Point Assessment (EPA) services.

Our Work in the Street Works Sector

Smart Awards operates at the heart of the Street Works industry, providing specialist qualifications and assessment services that support workers, supervisors, and employers operating under the New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA).

Our focus includes:

• Street Works operatives and supervisors
• Utility installation and reinstatement
• Highway maintenance and excavation
• Compliance with NRSWA and associated regulations
• Safe systems of work on the public highway

Street Works Qualifications

Smart Awards is a recognised awarding organisation offering a suite of qualifications aligned to statutory requirements and industry best practice. Our qualifications cover all key competencies for operatives and supervisors involved in street works activities.

We offer:

• NRSWA Qualifications – for both operatives and supervisors, covering excavation, reinstatement, signing, lighting and guarding, and more.
• Short Awards – focused training in areas such as safe digging, utility avoidance, and confined space awareness.
• Sector-Specific Training – aligned to the requirements of telecoms, gas, water, and highways contractors.

All qualifications are designed to meet regulatory standards and are regularly updated to reflect changes in legislation and industry needs.

End-Point Assessment (EPA) for Street Works Roles

As an Ofqual-recognised End-Point Assessment Organisation (EPAO), Smart Awards delivers EPA services for apprenticeship standards directly linked to street works and related activities.

Each EPA involves a combination of knowledge testing, practical demonstrations, and professional discussions, ensuring apprentices can demonstrate full occupational competence in live or simulated working environments.

Why Choose Smart Awards for Street Works?

• Specialist Knowledge: We have in-depth expertise in Street Works operations, legislation, and safety requirements.
• Trusted by Industry: Our qualifications are widely recognised by utility contractors, local authorities, and infrastructure providers.
• Efficient, Fair Assessment: Our EPA services are flexible, well-supported, and aligned with real workplace practices.
• Regulatory Compliance: We ensure all qualifications and assessments meet NRSWA and other legal obligations

At Smart Awards, we’re proud to support the UK’s Street Works workforce through high-quality training and assessment. Our services help individuals meet their legal obligations, and to work safely.