Objectives To appreciate recent developments in construction legislation and health and safety best practice. Updating of the latest requirements for managing contractors and sub-contractors, including promotion of worker engagement and recognising the importance of communication between contractors on-site.
Duration 2 days.
Who Should Attend This Refresher provides project managers, site managers and supervisors, business proprietors and client-based personnel with the knowledge and skills to enable them to ensure healthy and safe conditions for construction site employees. The course would also benefit buyers and quality assurance personnel.
Course Content The course is designed to update the delegate with all relevant health and safety legislation pertaining to building, civil engineering, and construction work including new build, refurbishment and demolition.
Delegates will be trained to understand and recognise measures that will assist in the practical implementation of responsibilities established by new legislation, and new working practices.
Outcomes This is a highly interactive course delivered by means of case studies, classroom discussion and group work. Delegates will be continuously assessed and required to successfully complete a multiple-choice test. 100% attendance is required for eligibility for the final test. Successful delegates will be issued with a certificate valid for 5 years, after which another SMSTS Refresher course may be undertaken.
The United Kingdom Contractors Group (UKCG) recognises this course as meeting the required standard for all managers working on UKCG sites.
Delegate Preparation Delegates must have a good understanding of spoken and written English and must hold a valid SMSTS certificate. Delegates will need to demonstrate a strong commitment to the course including some self-study.
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