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Courses

The ESITS training courses follow a progressive qualification structure starting with the entry level General Events Crew Operative (GECO) course and progressing through to the Temporary Demountable Structures (TDS) Master Qualification.

Those working on temporary demountable structures can choose to progress through all the qualifications or commence at a specific qualification level, subject to being able to evidence the relevant TDS experience and the required Health and Safety training. 

ESITS can also provide bespoke H&S training and short duration courses to enhance the skills and expertise of teams working on temporary demountable structures.

GECO

GECO

  • The GECO course is for those who carry out labouring/driving duties in support of Temporary Demountable Structures (TDS) operations. No previous qualifications or experience is required to attend this course, as it is aimed at events industry new entrants. Attendees are required to have a good understanding of the English language.

£125

Duration – 1 day

TDS Trainee Technician

TDS Trainee Technician

  • For General Events Crew Operatives (GECO) who want to progress their career to support temporary demountable structures (TDS) operations.

£1295

Duration – 10 days

TDS Technician

TDS Technician

  • This course is designed for TDS Trainee Technicians who want to progress their career in temporary demountable structures (TDS) operations to the next stage.

£POA

Duration – 10 days

TDS Technician (Staging) Assessed Route of Entry

TDS Technician (Staging) Assessed Route of Entry

  • This course is aimed at TDS Trainee Technicians (Staging) who want to progress their career in temporary demountable structures (TDS) operations who are already experienced in this area and so looking for an assessed route. 

£650

Duration – 2 Days

TDS Master

TDS Master

  • Aimed at TDS Technicians who wish to progress to TDS Master (Supervisor).
  • Attendees for this course must have successfully completed the TDS Technician qualification and have a minimum of 12 months post-course site experience.  

£POA

Duration – 5 days

TDS Inspector

TDS Inspector

  • This course is aimed at those responsible for TDS Inspection (e.g. handover, pre and after use inspections)
  • Attendees must have 2 years of relevant TDS experience in the events industry as evidenced by their CV or a formal declaration by their employer.

£POA

Duration – 5 days

Safe Management of TDS

Safe MANAGEMENT of TDS

  • The SMTDS course is aimed at individuals who are responsible for or contribute to the control of Temporary Demountable Structures, including Event Organisers, Health and Safety professionals, Supervisors and Managers in the event and entertainment sectors.
  • Attendance is open to all.

£POA

Duration – 5 days

Short Duration Courses​

Short duration courses

  • ESITS will be offering a series of short-duration courses designed to provide attendees with additional knowledge and skills that compliment the core TDS qualifications.

£POA

Duration – Varies