Tunneling
Training

Where Can I Get a Tunneling Training Course and Certification?

NWLETT has decades-long experience in educating and training workers in the construction business. We take pride in our detailed, top-quality courses that cover a wide range of subspecialties, including heavy civil/highway construction sites, environmental, and specialty courses. Tunneling training falls into the last category, as these projects continue to become more and more prevalent with each passing year.

A tunnel course covers a wide array of topics, and by the end, all attendees will have a solid understanding of safety in tunnel construction, excavation and material handling, utilities, and how to enter and set up a confined space.

With our training, industry professionals will enter their workplace completely ready to face all kinds of scenarios, as they’ll possess knowledge of:

Methods and operations employed during tunnel construction;
Occupational, safety, and health hazards of working in such an environment;
Behavioral conduct, procedures, and risk assessment;
Expectations of working in a confined space and maintaining a safe workplace;
Standards and legislation pertaining to tunneling;
Proper way to enter and leave their workplace safely;
Usage of protective equipment;
Actions to take in hazardous and urgent situations.

If you choose us to deliver your tunnel engineering courses, you’ll be laying a solid foundation for your career in the building industry. We’re accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education, so you can rest assured that the knowledge and training you’ll get from our courses will be put to good use once you get permanent employment.

Are There Any Job Prospects If I Get a Tunneling Training Certificate?

Tunnel training is a specialty course. However, this portion of the construction industry will continue to flourish in the next few years. If you’re still hesitant about enrolling, don’t be. According to the current state of the job market, getting a career in the tunneling industry could be a smart move. Namely, Congress has passed a $2 trillion infrastructure bill, which means there will be plenty of opportunities for employment in this sector.

As this industry continues to grow, the need for a new workforce is inevitable. Naturally, with such development come new technologies, procedures, and safety measures, so it’s integral to gain all of the necessary certifications before you embark on your journey.

NWLETT offers the so-called SHAFT training (Safety and Hazard Awareness for Tunnels), which is at the center of all of our tunneling courses. Apprentices will not only get a chance to listen to lectures, but they’ll also be getting some hands-on action thanks to our onsite tunnel boring machine mockup. This way, you’ll actually have some practical knowledge once you start working.

But that’s not all! Candidates will gain knowledge in material handling and excavation, electrical, ventilation, suppression, and fire systems. You’ll learn all there is to know about working in confined spaces like tunnels because our ultimate goal is to have you fully equipped with everything you need before you start your first day at work.

Contact Us

If tunneling training is something that interests you but you still have loads of unanswered questions, don’t hesitate to contact us. You can do so by dialing the numbers on our website or filling out the contact form at the bottom of the page. Our friendly staff will reach out to you with detailed answers as soon as possible. Those of you who are in the other realms of the building industry need not worry because we also offer safety laborers training, heavy civil/highway laborers training, and environmental training. We always try to keep up with the latest trends, so you can rest assured that all of our courses are up to date.