We are an established Approved Training Operator or ATO delivering the CITB Site Safety courses including the Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) course in Stratford. We have a great deal of experience in providing this training. The course aims to ensure managers know what their on-site health and safety responsibilities are and that they are able to identify any possible hazards or risks which could cause injuries.
The course takes place over five days. It aims to give delegates a thorough understanding of the latest UK health and safety guidelines and regulations, RAMS and how to ensure these are complied with on-site.
Who Are Stratford SMSTS Courses For?
Our SMSTS training courses in Stratford are designed for construction site workers who have already achieved an SSSTS qualification or are already working as Site Manager wanting to build on their existing knowledge and qualifications for providing construction health and safety knowledge.
Although Site Managers, Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors are required to take the SMSTS course, MDs can also benefit from it. The course is ideal for anyone who has responsibility for overseeing other workers and needs a more detailed understanding of how to plan, monitor and organise their output in the safest way, ensuring regulations are met.
What Does Our SMSTS Course in Stratford Consist Of?
Our SMSTS courses in Stratford are designed to give delegates the skills to enforce health and safety on-site whilst ensuring all regulations are complied with. The course outlines the importance of regular risk assessments, identifying, observing and controlling the common potential hazards on a construction site and helping operatives to understand the importance of complying with H&S guidance.
Our Stratford SMSTS course covers:
- The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999
- Reporting of Injuries Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995
- Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2007
- Working at Height Regulations 2005
- Provision & Use of Work Equipment 1998
- Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
- Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006
- Scaffolding
- Confined Spaces
- Electricity
- Excavations
- Syndicate Exercises
- 4 Core Exercises (including Risk Assessment, Site Briefings and Site Setup)
- 25-Question Multiple Choice Examination
How the Stratford SMSTS Course is Assessed
Although our SMSTS courses in Stratford normally take place over five full days, you can also attend an SMSTS weekend course in Stratford if this is a better fit for your schedule. During the course, you will need to complete case studies and other class exercises that have been set by the Trainer. The course ends with an exam of which 15 minutes are open book. You will need to attend each session in the five-day course in order to be able to sit the exam.
Once the course has been completed and you have passed your exam, you will receive a CITB SMSTS certificate. This will remain valid for five years. Following this period, you will need to take an SMSTS refresher course in Stratford or at a venue of your choice. It’s advisable to take this refresher course after three years as this ensures you’re fully up-to-date with the latest legislation.
Book a Place
If you’re ready to secure your place on our SMSTS course in Stratford or a member of your team, you can book online or give us a call on 0333 444 0018.
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