Advanced CQM Course

This course will benefit individuals who are involved in and responsible for carrying out geotechnical inspections in the workplace and give a greater understanding of the requirements during appraisals and when assessments will be required. Those wishing to attend the course must provide evidence of holding an Intermediate (level 3) qualification or the previous level 4 qualification before attending.

By the end of the course you should:

• Have the information and skills to manage geotechnical aspects of your work in quarries effectively
• Be able to take an active role in quarry design
• Be able to ensure the maintenance of a safe geotechnical environment throughout the life of a quarry

This is achieved by covering the following topics:

• Hazards and definitions
• More advanced knowledge on causes of instability in soil and rock slopes
• Rockfall,  rockfall design and control measures
• Geotechnical appraisals, assessments including practical aspects using latest technologies.
• Inspections and record keeping
• Working practices and legal compliance

The course is classroom-based and includes short lectures, demonstrations, group discussions, interactive exercises and case studies.  The final assessment is in the form of a 24 question multiple choice paper and successful completion of the course leads to a Level 4 Award in Geotechnical Knowledge for Quarrying Management (Vocational Qualification).

The two-day Advanced Clay Quarry Managers course costs £725 (+VAT at 20% where applicable) and members of IOM3 are entitled to a 10% discount on the couse fee.