SSSTS (CITB) - Supervisor Site Safety Training Scheme

This two day SSSTS training course is intended for those who have, or are about to acquire, supervisory responsibilities. Through completing the course supervisors will be provided with an ability to understand health, safety, welfare and environmental issues, as well as their legal responsibilities relevant to their work activities. It will highlight the requirement to promote health and safety to supervise effectively

Who Should Attend

This course is aimed at first line managers, foreman, gangers, team leaders, supervisors and those who have, or are about to acquire supervisory responsibilities.

Objectives

- Why they are carrying out their identified duties
- What is expected of them
- Ensure they contribute to the safety of the workplace

At the end of the CITB SSSTS course delegates are required to sit an exam paper consisting of 25 questions, of which 4 are safety critical and require a short written answer.  Multiple choice questions are worth 1 point each and safety critical questions are worth 1-3 points each.   In order to pass the course delegates MUST answer ALL of safety critical questions correctly.  The SSSTS Course pass rate is 80% (24 out of 30)

Delegates who successfully complete the projects and assessment are awarded the CITB SSSTS – Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme certificate which is valid for 5 years