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Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS)

CITB Site Safety Plus Course
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CITB site supervision safety training scheme SSSTS

Duration: 2 days

Minimum Numbers: 5 (Individuals can be booked onto our remote open course schedule)

Maximum Numbers: 20 classroom / 12 remote

Location: Closed Course Delivered on-site nationwide, Closed course delivered remotely or our Open Course schedule that can be booked for individuals remotely

Cost: Per person - Price on calling

Dates: Call 01623 287830

Accreditation: CITB Site Safety Plus

Certificate Validity: 5 years

CITB Short Course Grant Code: Automatic - Tier 2: £140 per person

SSSTS - Health and Safety in Construction Site Supervision – SSP

Course Information

This two-day Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) course is designed for Site Supervisors or those intending to progress into a Supervisory role or those who have or are about to acquire supervisory responsibilities in the building construction and civil engineering industries.

The SSSTS course is endorsed by Build UK and exceeds the standard set by CITB for construction supervisors training.
Entry Requirements
Delegates should hold, or be about to hold, the role of a supervisor. Delegates must be competent in English at site supervisor level.
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How is this course Delivered?

This course can be delivered in the following ways:

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

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 open course – individuals booked on our open course schedule

Remote closed course – a dedicated course dedicated for the employer for a group of their employees to attend the same dates (per person charge)

Our open 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.

Both individuals and companies can easily book courses through our website or by calling us directly. Whether you're joining solo or registering multiple team members, our bookings team members ensures a streamlined booking process and a hassle-free experience.

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.

  • The course must be accessed on a laptop or computer.

  • The Laptop or Computer must have a camera function. Delegates must be visible to the tutor throughout the course.

  • The Laptop or Computer requires a microphone and speakers to enable interaction between delegates, the tutor, and other delegates.

  • A second screen for your Laptop or Computer will be advantageous for accessing the course information (Not Mandatory).

  • Delegates that work for the same organisation can attend the course together, provided the course is accessed by individual laptops or computers and they can separate in to different locations to undertake the exam paper at the end of the course.

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

  • You will require access to an email address to receive course materials and exercise documentation.

  • You MUST provide Photographic ID to the tutor at the start of the course, this must be the original Idenification and not a photocopy or photo (driver's license, passport, CSCS/CPCS Card etc.). For additional information select the link for acceptable identification types: Photographic ID guidance information.

  • Be able to access “Zoom Cloud Meetings” (a link to the meeting will be provided by the center).

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

  • Electronic CITB mandatory publications will be e-mailed before the course; hardcopies may be available upon request (please enquire at the booking stage).

Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme – SSSTS Course Aims

The course covers all relevant legislation and other aspects that affect safe working in the building, construction, and civil engineering industries. It highlights the need for risk assessment in the workplace, the implementation of the necessary control measures, and adequate communication to sustain a health and safety culture among the workforce.

This course is endorsed by Build UK, and upon completion of the course, candidates will be able to:
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Learning Outcomes

Here is a brief overview of the content of training.
  • Health and safety law and how it applies to supervisors
  • Effective site inductions, toolbox talks and method statement briefings
  • Write and use risk assessments and method statements
  • Accident reports and procedures
  • Controlling exposure to construction risk
  • Monitoring site activities effectively
  • Timely intervention when bad practice is identified
  • Hazard identification in construction
  • Key principles of working safely in construction
  • Statutory inspection and checks for cosntruction sites

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) is a two-day training course designed for site supervisors or those who are about to take on supervisory responsibilities. The course covers the health and safety regulations relevant to the construction industry and helps supervisors develop their understanding of their legal responsibilities.

Any person who is going to be working as a site supervisor or taking on supervisory responsibilities must be trained to carry out this role, and taking the SSSTS course is an essential part of developing competence. This includes supervisors, team leaders, foremen, and anyone who will be overseeing work on a construction site.

The SSSTS course is a two-day course. Each day usually lasts for around 7.5 hours, including breaks.

The course covers a range of health and safety topics, including legal responsibilities, risk assessments, method statements, working at height, fire safety, and hazardous substances. The course also includes interactive exercises and group discussions.

Yes, there is a multiple-choice, short-written answer exam at the end of the course. The pass mark for the exam is 80%, and participants will receive a CITB certification upon successful completion of the course.

The SSSTS certificate is valid for five years. After five years, site supervisors must retake this course or take a 1-day refresher to renew their certification.

Yes, the SSSTS course is accredited by the CITB (Construction Industry Training Board), which is the leading provider of training and certification for the UK construction industry.

Yes, the SSSTS course can be delivered online, but it must be delivered by an accredited training provider who has been approved by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB). The course is delivered in the same manner as a face-to-face course.

Yes, if you have attended a previous 2-day SSSTS course or a subsequent 1-day refresher course, you will be eligible to attend a 1-day refresher course to renew your certification. You will only be able to attend a refresher course if your current certification hasn’t expired.

All course material will be provided when you have been successfully booked onto the course; this will include the CITB GE706 Construction Site Supervision and GT700 Toolbox Talks. This is included in the cost of our course.

The Health and Safety in Construction Site Supervisor course is eligible for a Tier 2 Grant claim; this grant can only be claimed once per candidate per lifetime, and the grant does not renew.

If dates are required for a classroom version of this course, please contact us or call us at 01623 287830 for availability.

Click here to find out more about the grants that can be claimed for the course.

Click here to find out more about our booking terms & conditions.

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