Who is this course for?
This course complements the Temporary works coordinator training course (TWCTC) and is designed to provide training for those undertaking the role of temporary works supervisor (TWS), as defined in BS 5975 Code of Practice for temporary works.
Why do I need this?
The TWSTC is to set and raise standards across the industry, and to enable a transferable knowledge base between employers to avoid unnecessary supplementary training. It will provide details on industry good practices to ensure safe working practices are established in supervising temporary works and meet the standards laid out within BS 5975, giving individuals and employers confidence that safe construction work can take place to reduce the risk of failures during the planning, design and implementation of Construction, Demolition and Dismantling of permanent works.
The course aims:
Aims
To ensure that all those given temporary works supervisory responsibilities understand the following:
- need for and duties of a TWS
- roles of others
- use of BS5975:2019 in relation to the role
- importance of the 4Cs: communication, coordination, cooperation and competence
- need for risk management.
Objectives
At the end of the course, delegates should:
- understand the duties of a TWS and the roles of others
- have detailed knowledge and understanding of BS 5975:2019
- be able to communicate effectively in the workplace.
Where is this course held?
This course can be held in a classroom where we can offer dedicated courses to the organisation based at a venue of your choice or we have scheduled courses for individual bookings.
We also deliver these courses remotely via the Zoom iCloud meetings platform, no account is required to undertake this method of course delivery and assistance can be provided to support you with this, this is still an interactive way of learning the information necessary to support this role with one of our highly specialised tutors, again we can offer dedicated courses to the organisation based at a venue of your choice or we have scheduled courses for individual bookings.
How long does the TWSTC take to complete?
The course is held over 1 day (A total of 7 hours)
Will I be issued a certificate upon successful TWSTC completion?
Yes. On successful completion, the learner will receive an accredited digital CITB certificate. A proof of pass letter can be immediately provided if required upon receipt of the course results from the trainer.
How long is the TWSTC certificate valid?
The certificate is valid for 5 years.
There is no current refresher for this course. This means you will have to resit the course prior to the expiration of your certification to retain this qualification.
Are there any entry requirements for TWSTC?
There are no formal entry requirements. However, delegates should hold, or be about to hold, the role of a temporary works supervisor.
Is there a CITB levy completion grant attached to this course?
Yes! There is a £30 grant attached to this course per delegate. As an ATO, we’d automatically claim this on your behalf.
Is there a progression for this course?
There are numerous progression courses that could be undertaken to assist you or your organisation with development within a Supervision role and including:
- NVQ Level 3 Occupational Health and Safety Practice
- NVQ Level 3 Occupational Works Supervision
- NVQ Level 3 Demolition (Construction)
- NVQ Level 4 Construction Site Supervision Building – Demolition
- NVQ Level 4 Construction Site Supervision (Construction) Building and Civil Engineering
What is the NVQ L3 Occupational Health and Safety Practice
The Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety practice has been designed for people who are responsible for health and safety in their workplace. This is for health and safety advisors and personnel who control and monitor health and safety procedures within the organisation, including risk assessments, site audits and incident investigations. This can assist you in achieving the CSCS Gold Card.
What is the NVQ L3 Occupational Work Supervision
The Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Work Supervision has been designed for people who are undertaking the role of a supervisor within the construction sector and have the responsibilities for coordinating works, monitoring work progress and health and safety requirements of the project, this includes supervision of temporary works as well as the installation of permanent works in construction.
What is the NVQ L3 Demolition (Construction)
The Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Demolition (Construction) has been designed for those experienced in the demolition sector and covers the planning and implementation of safe working practices during demolition and dismantling works in alignment with current legislation such as the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, this qualification has 3 pathways to select from to ensure the NVQ meets your needs:
There are 3 Pathways:
Pathway 1 – Demolition (Top Man) Operative
Pathway 2 – Demolition Chargehand
Pathway 3 – Demolition Plant
What is the NVQ L4 Construction Site Supervision Building – Demolition
The Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Supervision (Construction) – Demolition is aimed at those who supervise demolition activities, including the planning of demolition activities, checking, monitoring and allocating of relevant work within this sector.
What is the NVQ L4 Construction Site Supervision (Construction) Building and Civil Engineering
The Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Supervision (Construction) Building and Civil Engineering is for those who work within the construction industry and supervise the planning of the works including the use of resources, coordinating the work processes, monitoring quality and progress against agreed standards, also Supervising the Installation, Maintenance, Monitoring and Removal of Temporary Works in the Workplace.
How is this NVQ delivered?
The Level 3 NVQs are completed by demonstrating your performance by providing documentary evidence of you carrying out the role for the respective qualification. You will be allocated an assessor who will help build your portfolio, giving you help and guidance throughout your assessment. We will assist you in choosing the correct qualification that meets your job role.
Is there a CITB levy completion grant attached to these NVQs?
Yes! There is a £600 grant attached to these NVQs. As a CITB Approved Training Organisation (ATO), we’d automatically claim this on your behalf.
Why choose Workforce Skills Support
We have highly successful achievement/pass rates for both Temporary Works Supervisor Training Course (TWSTC) and the NVQ Level 3 qualifications detailed above, we will also assist you through your learning journey and provide support to each individual and provide all learning materials required, our achievement statistics for the past year are detailed below:
2021 – 2022 – NVQ Level 3 Qualifications – 96% achievement
2021 – TWSTC – 100% Pass Rate
2022 – TWSTC – 100% Pass Rate