SMSTS Training Refresher (CITB) - Site Management Safety Training Scheme

Introduction:

The Site Management Safety Training Scheme - Refresher (SMSTS-R) course is for delegates who have previously passed the full Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) course or subsequent refresher course, and can provide proof of attendance.

Who Should Attend:

The Site Management Safety Training Scheme – Refresher (SMSTS-R) course is for delegates who have previously passed the full Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) course or subsequent refresher course, and can provide proof of attendance.

Course Aims:

The refresher course aims to:

- Improve awareness of recent developments in construction, legislation and health, safety, welfare and environmental issues
- Identify measures that will assist the practical implementation of responsibilities established by new legislation, and new working practices.

Objectives:

At the end of the period of training, delegates will be aware of and be able to implement:

- All updated health, safety, welfare and environmental legislation which affects them in their role as a manager.
- New guidance and industry best practice
- Their duties and responsibilities with regards to health, safety, welfare and the environment.

Learning Outcomes:

Delegates taking the SMSTS Refresher course should have a light overview of the learning outcomes listed below:

Module 1:
- Health and safety law
- The health and safety at work etc Act
- Construction (Design and Management) Regulations
- Health and safety policies
- Risk assessments and method statements
- Induction and training
- Effective communication
- Leaderships and worker engagement
- Inspection and audit
- Statutory forms, notices and registers
- Accident prevention, control, reporting and investigation

Module 2:
- Management of health
- Welfare facilities
- Stress and mental health at work
- Drugs and alcohol
- Control of substances hazardous to health
- Lead
- Asbestos
- Dust and fumes
- Noise
- Vibration
- Manual Handling

Module 3:
- Site organisation
- Fire prevention and control, dangerous substances
- Electrical safety
- Temporary works
- Plant and work equipment
- Mobile plant and vehicles
- Lifting operations and equipment
- Mobile workforce and driver safety

Module 4:
- Work at height regulations
- Safe working at height
- Common access equipment
- Scaffolding
- Fall arrest and suspension equipment
- Excavations
- Underground and overhead services
- Confined spaces

Assessment:

Assessment will be by an exam paper at the end of the course.

Certification:

Upon successful completion, delegates will achieve a CITB certificate which is valid for 5 years.

Pre-requisites:

The refresher course is only for delegates who have previously passed the five-day construction Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) or subsequent refresher course, and hold a valid SMSTS certificate. Evidence must be provided to the training provider of their eligibility.

Duration:

2 Days