The course provides construction operatives and those who are about to enter the construction and civil engineering industry with an awareness of site health and safety and how it affects their role and work. A key focus is developing understanding and raising awareness of the potential hazards to be found on a construction site.
Includes a practical overview of health and safety, welfare and environmental issues; clearly identifying an individual’s responsibilities and what they should do if they believe that anyone’s health and safety is being put at risk.
The course is designed to engage delegates through group discussions, exercises and sharing best practice. Course information is reinforced through case studies.
This course can be used as preparation training for the CSCS Health and Safety Touch-Screen Test or as a general refresher for those working or associated with the construction industry.
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry equipment is a good understanding of spoken and written English. Outcome:
- Construction Skills Site Safety Plus Certificate
Assessment:
- The delegates are assessed on a continual basis, leading to a final exam.
Course Content:
- General responsibilities - Accident prevention and reporting procedures - Health and welfare - Legal requirements and liabilities - Emergency procedures and First Aid - Site hazards (inc. substances, electrical safety) - Hand-held equipment and tools - Noise and vibration - Excavations and confined spaces - Site safety transport - Working at height - Manual handling - Fire prevention - Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Online Training:
Candidates will require:
- Laptop/tablet with camera and fast internet connection - A quiet room to complete the course in
The course either has new dates in data loading, or is only run as a dedicated or In Company course.
