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Site Person in Charge Course

Morson Nexus London Underground Site Person in Charge Initial Training

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Why take this course?

The Site Person in Charge (SPC) course qualifies individuals to manage worksites safely on London Underground infrastructure, ensuring compliance with current legislation and LU rules.

It equips participants with the knowledge and skills required to plan, document, and oversee safe working practices, while coordinating with other staff and safety professionals.

On completion, delegates receive a track certificate with the SPC endorsement, valid for two years.

This course can also be taken as a refresher for existing professionals who already hold a valid SPC competency and need to renew or maintain their certification.

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What does the training involve?

The course teaches you how to:

  • Understand the role and responsibilities of the Site Person in Charge
  • Safely plan and manage worksites on LU infrastructure
  • Apply documentation requirements, including permits and licences
  • Coordinate with other safety staff and manage sign-in procedures
  • Deliver clear safety briefings to staff
  • Successfully pass both written and practical assessments (theory only exam for the refresher course)
Requirements before attending:
  • A valid Sentinel card showing LU-WSSI induction
  • A valid LU medical assessment (up to BTA level or higher, valid for 5 years)
  • A valid track certification with in-date Basic Track Awareness
  • In-date SPC certificate or expired within the last 14 days (Refresher Course only)

Other details:

  • Duration: 2 days (one day only for the refresher Course)
  • Delivery times: 09:00 (day course) or 19:00 (night course)
  • PPE: Not required (no track practicals, theory only)

Course content

  • Responsibilities of a Site Person in Charge
  • Planning safe worksites on LU infrastructure
  • Required documentation: permits, licences, sign-in processes
  • Coordination with staff and other safety professionals
  • Preparing and delivering effective safety briefings
  • Written theory assessment (80% pass mark)
  • Practical assessment: observed briefing delivery
  • Certification: SPC endorsement on Sentinel track certificate (valid 2 years)
  • Signing in/out and site access procedures (Refresher)
  • Liaison and communication with other safety-critical roles (Refresher)
  • Emergency procedures and incident management (Refresher)
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How is this delivered?

The SPC course is a two-day programme:

  • Day one (theory):
    • Role of the Site Person in Charge
    • Planning worksites and documentation requirements
    • Permits, licences, and sign-in processes
    • Liaising with other responsible personnel
    • Preparing and structuring staff briefings
  • Day two (assessment):
    • Recap of theory from day one
    • Written test (80% pass mark required)
    • Practical assessment: delivering a site briefing (mandatory)

The SPC Refresher is delivered as a 1-day theory course, available during the day or at night.

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  • What is the SPC course?
    What is the SPC course?

    It’s a training programme that qualifies individuals to safely plan and manage worksites on LU infrastructure as a Site Person in Charge.

  • Do I need PPE?

    No, PPE is not required because there are no track practicals.

  • What are the entry requirements?
    • LU-WSSI induction recorded on your Sentinel card
    • A valid LU medical assessment (BTA level or higher, valid for 5 years)
    • A valid Basic Track Awareness (BTA) certification
    • In-date SPC certificate or expired within the last 14 days (Refresher Course only)
  • How long does the course last?

    Two days, delivered either in the daytime (starting at 09:00) or at night (starting at 19:00).

    The Refresher Course is completed in one day.

  • What happens on day one?

    A full day of theory covering the SPC role, planning, documentation, permits, licences, sign-in processes, and coordination with other staff.

  • What happens on day two?
    • Recap of day one
    • Written theory test (80% pass mark)
    • Practical assessment: delivering a safety briefing
  • What if I fail the written test?

    You will need to rebook and attend another initial course.

  • Is the practical assessment mandatory?

    Yes. Delivering a clear, accurate site briefing is a required part of the assessment.

  • What certification will I receive?

    A new track certificate with the SPC endorsement, valid for two years.

  • Does this update my BTA endorsement?

    No. You must continue to attend and renew your Basic Track Awareness separately.

  • Why is this course important?

    It ensures that individuals managing worksites on LU infrastructure have the knowledge and skills to keep staff safe, comply with legislation, and maintain effective site control.

  • What if my SPC has been expired for more than 14 days?
    • You’ll need to complete the full initial SPC course.