Looking to take your site management career to the next level? Our SMSTS courses, fully accredited by CITB, are designed to give construction professionals the knowledge, confidence, and certification to manage safely and legally. Whether you prefer in-person training or need the flexibility of an online SMSTS course, Target Zero delivers expert-led training that fits your schedule.
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What is the SMSTS Course?
The Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) is one of the most widely recognised qualifications for site managers and supervisors in the UK construction industry. This five-day course, certified by CITB, is essential for anyone responsible for managing a site, workforce, or ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Who Should Take SMSTS Training?
You should take the SMSTS course if you are:
- A site manager or aspiring site manager
- A supervisor or foreman moving into management
- Responsible for planning, organising, and monitoring construction work
- Looking to enhance your CV and comply with site safety standards
The SMSTS certificate is often required by principal contractors and helps demonstrate your ability to lead safely and effectively on site.
What Does the SMSTS Courses Cover?
Our SMSTS training courses cover the full scope of health, safety, welfare, and environmental issues construction managers face daily. Key topics include:
- Risk assessments and method statements
- Site setup and construction legislation
- CDM regulations
- Working at height and manual handling
- Fire prevention and control
- Behavioural safety
- Occupational health and wellbeing
- Effective leadership and communication
SMSTS Courses Online – Flexible, Live, and Fully Approved
Prefer to learn from home or the office? Our online SMSTS courses offer the same quality training as the classroom version, delivered live over Zoom by qualified CITB instructors.
✅ Live tutor-led sessions
✅ No travel or time off-site
✅ CITB-approved and nationally recognised
✅ Same certificate as in-person courses
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Why Choose Target Zero for Your SMSTS Courses?
We’ve trained thousands of site managers across the UK, and here’s why they trust us:
- 5⭐ rated by real learners
- Competitive pricing with no hidden fees
- Fast certification and CITB registration
- Group discounts for companies
- Expert trainers with real-site experience
Whether you’re booking a single place or looking for group training, we’ll make it simple, flexible, and cost-effective.
What You’ll Get:
- 5 days of expert-led training (online or classroom)
- CITB SMSTS certificate (valid for 5 years)
- Digital and printed materials
- Ongoing support during and after the course
Upcoming SMSTS Training Dates
We run weekly SMSTS courses online and at locations across the UK. Visit our page to find the next available date near you or online.
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Final Word
If you’re ready to lead a construction site safely and professionally, the SMSTS course is your next step. And with Target Zero, you can choose between in-person and online SMSTS training courses to suit your needs.
