Hill & Smith Guardrail

What is this course?

This course covers how to recognise the different guardrail systems designed or supplied by Hill & Smith, how to interpret their drawings, and the importance of correct post spacing, position, line, and height. It also covers how to identify and install Hill & Smith's terminals (ABC and Trend).

Quick Facts

Price: £450 + VAT per delegate
Duration: 2 days
Maximum delegates: 8
Certification: Certificate of attendance
Validity: 5 years

System types: Flexbeam, Flexbeam+, SPR4, SVV2, Bri-Flex, Dudley, Bilston, and Tipton
P1 terminals, and P4 ABC and Trend terminals
Recognising the different systems, and interpreting system drawings
Correct post spacings, position, line, and height
Identifying and installing terminals (ABC and Trend)

A multiple-choice theory exam, plus a practical assessment covering post deviation and post progression through working widths. Pass mark: 75%. There are no resits — a learner who doesn't pass will need to attend another course.

All potential VRS installers, and installers or supervisors of permanent Vehicle Restraint Systems, who will be completing installation, maintenance, or repair work on any guardrail product designed or supplied by Hill & Smith.

Course Content

System types: Flexbeam, Flexbeam+, SPR4, SVV2, Bri-Flex, Dudley, Bilston, and Tipton
P1 terminals, and P4 ABC and Trend terminals
Recognising the different systems, and interpreting system drawings
Correct post spacings, position, line, and height
Identifying and installing terminals (ABC and Trend)

Assessment

Suitable For

Entry Requirements

• No specific requirements
• Minimum age: 16
• A good understanding of maths, and written and verbal English

Trainer Delivering This Course

Chris Sanders

Lead Trainer / Assessor

chris@ajstraining.co.uk

Chris brings 40 years of industry experience to AJ's Training, including 35 years in telecommunications and a background as a City & Guilds qualified electrician. A fully qualified Level 3 trainer and assessor, he delivers NRSWA, EUSR, health and safety and telecommunications training, and mentors AJ's newer trainers.

Stuart Pocock

Apprenticeship Manager / Lead IQA / DLS

stuart@ajstraining.co.uk

With over 15 years across construction and highways, Stuart leads AJ's apprenticeship programmes, safeguards learner welfare as Designated Safeguarding Lead, and oversees assessment quality as Lead IQA. He teaches across vehicle restraint systems, fencing, plant, health and safety, street works and EUSR.

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FAQs

What happens if I don't pass?

There are no resits for this course — you'd need to attend another full course.

Is there a minimum age to attend?

Yes, 16 — younger than most of our other VRS courses.

How long does the certificate last?

5 years.

What's next after this course?

The NHSS 10B Installer course, which must be started within 2 years of completing this Foundation course.

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