Construction Health and Safety Awareness Training in Rainham

The CITB Health and Safety Awareness course is designed for people who are about to start work, or have recently started work, in the construction industry. It provides an essential introduction to site health, safety, welfare and environmental responsibilities.

This one-day course helps learners understand common construction site hazards, how risks are controlled, and what action should be taken when unsafe conditions are identified. It is also suitable for delegates preparing for the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test as part of the process of applying for a CSCS card.

Course Location

This course is delivered in a classroom in Rainham, Kent, ME8 8BE.

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for:

• New construction workers
• Labourers and site operatives
• Anyone preparing to work on a construction site
• Delegates working towards an industry accreditation card
• Employees who need basic construction health and safety awareness

Course Content

The course introduces the main health and safety issues that affect construction site workers and explains how individuals can contribute to a safer working environment.

• Health and safety law and individual responsibilities
• Employer and employee duties
• Typical hazards found on construction sites
• Risk assessments and control measures
• Accident prevention and reporting
• Safe systems of work
• Working at height
• Manual handling
• Fire prevention and emergency procedures
• Control of substances hazardous to health
• Personal protective equipment
• Site transport and workplace safety
• Occupational health and welfare
• Environmental awareness and waste control

Course Duration

The CITB Health and Safety Awareness course is delivered over one day.

Assessment

Delegates are expected to participate during the course and complete a multiple-choice assessment at the end of the training.

The assessment normally consists of 25 multiple-choice questions completed within 30 minutes.

Certification

Successful delegates are awarded the CITB Construction Site Operatives Safety Certificate.

The certificate is valid for five years. To remain up to date, delegates will need to retake the course once the certificate expires.

Entry Requirements

Delegates should have a suitable level of English to understand the course content and complete the assessment. The course is designed as an introductory qualification and is suitable for a range of ability levels.

Progression

After completing the CITB Health and Safety Awareness course, learners may progress to further construction safety training such as the Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme for those moving into supervisory roles.

Book Your CITB Health and Safety Awareness Course

Book your CITB Health and Safety Awareness course to gain essential construction site safety knowledge and support your route towards working safely on site.

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