SMSTS - Site Managers’ Safety Training Scheme

Course description

Delegates will develop a sound understanding of the key duties, regulations, policies and procedures required for a variety of sites – from a small construction site to more complex working environments. To deliver an interactive, problem solving experience, we apply a combined learning approach of 37.5 tutor-led hours and 10 hours of self-study, which incorporates:

• Case studies
• Group work
• Group and individual presentations

Delegates must renew this qualification every five years by attending a SMSTS refresher course. The course syllabus is recognised by BUILDUK for all personnel working on a BUILDUK site.

Who should attend?

People with duties for the regulatory management of health and safety on site. 

Key benefits 

On completion of this course, delegates will:

• Achieve the CITB Site Safety Plus certificate.
• Understand construction design and management (CDM) regulations.
• Know the Health & Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and your duties.
• Gain knowledge of accepted working practices and behavioural safety.
• Understand the management of occupational health.
• Know how to control hazards in the following areas: confined spaces, working at height, demolition, scaffolding, electricity and excavations.

Prerequisites 

There are no formal criteria for admission to the course. However, a good understanding of spoken and written English is vital to attaining the certificate. Photographic ID must be provided.

Course level 

Intermediate

Duration 

5 day course 

Cost 

Please contact GTG for pricing breakdown