Safe Control of Operations
£100 Per Module • 1-3 Hrs • Classroom Based & Online Course
If you already hold a current SCO registration and would like to do a renewal course, you can do this online via a virtual classroom with a trainer delivering the course. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date. If preferred, we can deliver a classroom-based course at our venue in Wolverhampton or any venue in the UK.
This SCO renewal course is made up of the individual modules that you would like to renew.
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Individual SCO Renewal Modules 1,2,3,4 & 5
Prices – £100 per module
Duration :
Core – 3Hrs
PtW (AE & CP) – 1.5Hrs
FoA – 1Hr
NRO – 1.5Hrs
RO – 1Hr
Prerequisites – Must hold a current SHEA Gas registration.
If current registration runs out before 28th October 2025 Must have the GL6 Update.
Must hold a current SCO Core or equivalent to be able to do any other Renewal module.
Must hold Current PtW or equivalent to be able to do NRO & RO renewal modules.
Overview
SCO renewal is for those individuals that have an existing and current SCO registration that are nearing expiry. It is available as a single module for those wishing to renew a single registration or as a combination of modules where an individual would like to renew all their registrations at the same time.
The following renewal modules have a Lite version as well as a Full version:
Module 4: Routine Operations
Module 5: Form of Authority
The Full version of these renewal modules contain all the knowledge required of a standalone module taken alongside the SCO Core module. The Lite version of these modules contains the key knowledge relevant to the perimetry being covered but where the individual is taking/has already taken a related perimetry module within the last 6 months and, to avoid duplication, does not need to repeat certain common elements.
There are no Lite versions of modules for Module 2: Permit to Work and Module 3: Non-Routine Operations. These modules represent a higher risk level in the SCO hierarchy and, therefore, should be completed in full.
SCO Assessments are multiple choice and structured so that there is an assessment per module. Individuals must successfully complete training and assessment for all five modules to pass the course.
The course content is detailed below and has been developed in consultation with the Gas Industry to provide a uniform approach to health, safety, and environmental awareness training across the utilities sector, in line with Health and Safety Executive guidelines.
If you have an old registration, then below is the new scheme equivalent.
| Old SCO Scheme | New SCO Scheme |
|---|---|
| SCO 1 & 2 | SCO Core, PtW & FoA |
| SCO 4 | SCO NRO |
| SCO 5 | SCO RO |
Module Information
Module 1 SCO Core - Approx 3 Hrs:
- The purpose, process, and main features of the revised SCO procedures.
- Identifying the context and scope of SCO.
- The types of safe systems within the risk hierarchy and risk-based approach to SCO.
- Identifying the roles and responsibilities of specific individuals within SCO and the importance of communication.
- The SCO procedures for deviations and emergency situations.
- Identifying the requirements for records management, performance review and monitoring, audit, and review.
- Identifying SCO competency requirements.
- Identifying SCO EUSR registration requirements.
Module 2 SCO Permit to Work (PtW) - Approx 1.5 Hrs:
- The purpose of a Permit to Work and when this type of control should be used.
- Identifying the purpose and the requirements of a risk assessment. including those factors to be considered when undertaking a risk assessment.
- Identifying analysing and applying the key information requirements of a PtW.
- The relevant process, roles and responsibilities for personnel involved in the planning and execution of a PtW.
- The relevant process, roles and responsibilities for personnel involved in the management of a PtW.
Module 3 Non–Routine Operations (NRO) - Approx 1.5 Hrs:
- The purpose of Non-Routine Operation documentation and when this type of control should be used.
- Identifying, analysing, and applying the key information requirements on an NRO.
- The relevant process, roles and responsibilities for personnel involved in the planning and completion of the NRO form.
- The relevant process, roles and responsibilities for personnel involved in the preparation and execution of the NRO.
- The relevant process, roles and responsibilities for personnel involved in the management of NRO works.
Module 4 Routine Operations (RO) - Approx 1 Hr:
- The purpose of Routine Operation documentation and when this type of control should be used.
- Identifying and analysing the key information requirements of an RO.
- The relevant process, roles and responsibilities for personnel involved in the planning and completion of an RO form.
- The relevant process, roles and responsibilities for personnel involved in the preparation and execution of the RO.
- The relevant process, roles and responsibilities for personnel involved in the management of RO works.
Module 5 Form of Authority (FoA) - Approx 1 Hr:
- The purpose of a Form of Authority and when this type of control should be used.
- Identifying and analysing the key information requirements of an FoA.
- The relevant process, roles and responsibilities for personnel involved in the preparation and management of an FoA.
- Identifying specific FoA requirements for communication, handover, records management, attendance on site, conflict checking and dealing with deviations and emergencies.
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SCO Module Renewals
SCO module renewals are a critical component for maintaining compliance and safety within the gas industry. These renewals ensure that gas industry personnel involved in the safe control of operations possess the appropriate skills and understanding of gas network procedures. The SCO scheme consists of structured training and assessments to align with the latest revised SCO procedures. By following a robust renewal programme, companies can identify and address competency requirements for routine operation and non-routine operations, enhancing risk-based management and safety standards.
Gas distribution companies rely on the SCO scheme to train and authorize competent persons responsible for safe control and permit to work (PTW) systems. This includes understanding gas safety procedures based on established guidelines and identifying risks through comprehensive risk assessments. The initial programme and subsequent renewal programme incorporate EUSR SCO registration to verify the individual’s competency. With revised SCO procedures in place, authorising engineers can oversee operations and ensure that personnel have the suitable reading and writing abilities required for managing records and the form of authority in the gas network.
The control of operations SCO procedures aims to uphold high standards in gas safety systems by providing personnel with the knowledge and skills required for the effective management of emergency situations. Training courses for current SCO registrations focus on understanding the risk hierarchy and enhancing the skills of individuals to perform tasks safely. The revised SCO procedures identify necessary updates to safe control processes and state the authorising engineer’s role in maintaining adherence to these standards. For gas industry personnel involved, this is vital in ensuring that their permit to work system and records management processes are fully compliant with the SCO competency requirements.