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Achieving Behavioural Change (ABC)

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Achieving Behavioural Change (ABC)

Course Information

The Achieving Behaviour Change Course is perfect for all levels of contractors, from site operatives to senior managers who work on construction and civil engineering projects.

This course covers everything from the basic legal duties of employers and employees to the effects of good and poor safety performance. The course will also define types of risks, hazards and control measures to ensure candidates have the correct knowledge to understand how to deal with them.

The Achieving Behaviour Change Course is a classroom or remote course with group participation.

Key Course Details

Course Logistics

Duration: 1 day

Location: Delivered on-site nationwide

Dates: Call 01623 287830

Minimum numbers:  1+ (charged at a day rate)

Maximum numbers: 20 classroom / 12 remote

Course Details & Recognition

Cost: Day rate - £945 + VAT

Price subject to confirmation*
*Final price may vary depending on location.

Accreditation: CITB ATO Workforce Skills Support Certification

Certificate Validity: 3 years

Funding & Grants

CITB Short Course Grant Code: N/A

CITB Support

Ken Wood & Sons Construction have been utilising the services provided by Workforce Skill Support for a number of years now. Their expertise and understanding of the Construction Industries Training requirements and associated advice is invaluable. Every request is dealt with professionally and efficiently whilst understanding our needs and working within budgets. We would highly recommend using Workforce Skills Support for all your training needs.

Ken Wood & Sons Construction

How is this course Delivered?

This course can be delivered in the following ways:

In-house classroom course  - a dedicated course dedicated for the employer for a group of their employees to attend at their preferred location (day rate)

Our in-house, classroom-based courses are conducted at our fully equipped training venue in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire. This location offers a professional, accessible environment, complete with disabled parking and accessible facilities to ensure a comfortable experience for all participants.

Both individuals and companies can book courses through our website or by calling us directly. With flexible scheduling options, it’s easy to find a session that suits your needs.

Each course combines thorough theoretical instruction with practical, hands-on exercises. Participants benefit from real-time feedback and guidance from experienced trainers, ensuring they gain valuable skills ready for practical application. Our Mansfield venue is designed to support a positive and inclusive learning experience for everyone.

Remote closed course - a dedicated course dedicated for the employer for a group of their employees to attend (day rate)

Our closed courses are delivered remotely, allowing participants to join from anywhere in the country without needing to travel to a physical venue. This flexible course delivery is ideal for individuals and teams looking to gain skills in a convenient, accessible way.

Each course session combines interactive lessons with opportunities for real-time questions and discussions, making it engaging and informative. With expert instructors guiding the way, participants benefit from professional insights and practical knowledge tailored to real-world applications.

What are the requirements?

CITB Courses can now be taken remotely allowing for candidates to undertake training online by working with their tutor in an online meeting in the same way they would in a classroom setting. CITB has also introduced remote courses where candidates can take training courses on their own using online resources.

  • Laptop or Computer – With camera function as you must be clearly visible to the tutor throughout the course

  • Your device requires a microphone and speakers to enable interaction between you, the tutor and other delegates

  • Access to reliable internet is an essential requirement and is the responsibility of each attendee

  • Email address and access to receive course materials and exam

  • Photographic ID – Drivers license/Passport etc.

  • Be able to access “Zoom Cloud Meetings” or "Microsoft Teams" (link to the meeting will be provided by the centre)

  • You must complete and return the delegate information form prior to course attendance

  • Electronic CITB mandatory publications will be emailed prior to the course. Hardcopies maybe available upon request (please enquire at the booking stage)

Achieving Behavioural Change (ABC)Course Aims

The Achieving Behavioural Change Course (ABC) aims to provide delegates with knowledge and understanding of how attitude, behaviour, communication, and worker engagement can help reduce the chances of risks happening.

The course material is intended for everyone who works on a building site, and the instruction is created to be applied to any specific construction scenario. For those charged with adopting a behavioural change related to site safety in a construction scenario, this is a particularly important course.
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Learning Outcomes

Here is a brief overview of the content of training.
  • The basic legal duties of employers and employees
  • Define hazards, risks and control measures
  • List possible causes of accidents
  • Understand the link between attitude and behaviour
  • Understand the costs of poor safety performance
  • Understand the benefits of good safety performance
  • Put ABC into practice using the STAARR and TASK card
  • Successfully complete the course assessment

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have questions about this course? Here is a compilation of our most frequently asked questions.

The Achieving Behavioural Change course can be delivered in a classroom or remotely.

Absolutely. We offer nationwide in-house delivery for group bookings and can even help arrange a local venue if needed. Travel costs may apply depending on location.

The CITB Achieving Behavioural Change (ABC) course is a short, tutor-led session typically lasting one full working day (approx. 6 hours including breaks).

The maximum number of delegates for the CITB Achieving Behavioural Change (ABC) course is 20 face-to-face or 12 remote.

No, this course will be delivered on a day rate and can be paired with another half day course on the same day for the day rate specified for the course.

There are no mandatory renewal or refresher for this standard.

This course covers everything from the basic legal duties of employers and employees to the effects of good and poor safety performance. The course will also define types of risks, hazards and control measures to ensure candidates have the correct knowledge to understand how to deal with them.

The Achieving Behaviour Change Course is perfect for all levels of contractors, from site operatives to senior managers who work on construction and civil engineering projects.

No, this course is not grant eligible for the CITB Levy.

Yes – all attendees will receive a CITB ATO Workforce Skills Support Certification upon successful completion of the course. 

While it is not a regulated qualification, it is designed to meet industry needs and support workforce development.

The certification from this course is valid for 3 years. To remain certified, candidates will need to retake the course before the expiration date.

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Get in touch or call us on 01623 287830.