CITB SSSTS

Course Objectives:

This two-day course covers all relevant legislation & other aspects which affect safe working in the building, construction & civil engineering industries. It highlights the need for risk assessment in the workplace, the implementation of the necessary control measures, & adequate communication to sustain a health & safety culture among the workforce.

Course Content:

The aim of this course is to help supervisors to:

• Supervisor health & safety on site in accordance with current legal provisions & within the context of their role.
• Develop an understanding of responsibility & accountability for site health, safety & welfare of workers on site.
• Recognise that a safe site is efficient, economical, productive & environmentally friendly.

At the end of the course delegates will have covered the following learning outcomes:

• Module 1: Health & safety law, CDM Regulations (2015), health & safety management systems, risk assessment & method statements, statutory inspections & checks, reporting accidents, injuries & ill health & leadership & worker engagement.
• Module 2: Health & welfare of the workforce, first aid & emergency procedures, hazardous substances, asbestos, dust & fumes, noise & vibration & manual handling.
• Module 3: Site set up & security, fire prevention & control, electricity, plant & work equipment & lifting operations & equipment.
• Module 4: Working at height, excavations, underground & overhead services, confined spaces & temporary works.
• Module 5: Environmental awareness, pollution, waste materials & nuisance.

Delegates will be required to complete and pass an end of course exam & trainer review.

On successful completion of the course, delegates will receive a CITB SSSTS Certificate that is valid for 5 years.

Who Should Attend?

Those who have, or are about to acquire, supervisory responsibilities. Delegates must be competent in English at site supervisor level.

Duration:

2 days