CITB SSSTS Course in Liverpool, Merseyside (Classroom)
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CITB SSSTS Training Course in Liverpool, Merseyside
The CITB SSSTS (Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme) is a widely recognised course designed for supervisors and those aspiring to supervisory roles in the construction industry. It provides critical health and safety knowledge to help supervisors understand their legal responsibilities and implement safe practices on site. This course is an industry standard for ensuring that site supervisors have the necessary skills to contribute to a safe working environment and comply with construction health and safety regulations.
Who Should Take the SSSTS Course?
The SSSTS course is ideal for first-line managers, team leaders, supervisors, and foremen who have supervisory responsibilities on construction sites. It is also suitable for those looking to step into supervisory roles within the construction industry. The course is aimed at those who need a solid foundation in health and safety management, enabling them to manage teams effectively while ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completing the SSSTS course, participants will gain:
Knowledge of Health and Safety Law: A thorough understanding of health and safety legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work Act and the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Clarity on the supervisor's role in maintaining safety standards and managing workforces to reduce the risk of accidents.
Hazard Identification and Risk Control: The ability to identify common site hazards and implement effective control measures to reduce risks.
Site Inductions and Toolbox Talks: Learn how to carry out site inductions, toolbox talks, and briefings to communicate health and safety expectations to the workforce.
Accident Prevention and Reporting: Knowledge of how to prevent accidents, conduct investigations, and complete incident reports effectively.
Course Content
The SSSTS course covers key areas of construction site safety, legislation, and supervisory skills, including:
Health and Safety Responsibilities
Understand the legal duties of supervisors and their responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act.
Risk Assessment and Control Measures
Learn how to conduct basic risk assessments and apply control measures to reduce hazards on site.
Effective Supervision and Monitoring
Discover the best practices for supervising teams, ensuring work is carried out safely and in compliance with safety regulations.
Accident Prevention
Focus on how to prevent accidents through proactive safety management and leadership.
Site Inductions, Toolbox Talks, and Briefings
Learn how to deliver clear safety messages to workers through site inductions and toolbox talks.
Behavioural Safety and Human Factors
Understand the impact of human behaviour on safety performance and how to foster a culture of safety.
SSSTS Certification
After successfully completing the course and passing the final assessment, participants will receive the CITB SSSTS certificate, which is valid for five years. This certificate is an essential qualification for anyone in a supervisory role on a construction site, demonstrating that you have the necessary knowledge to manage site safety effectively.
Benefits of the SSSTS Course
Legal Compliance: Ensure that your site supervision practices comply with current legislation and health and safety standards.
Improved Site Safety: Gain the skills needed to effectively manage site safety and reduce accidents, protecting your workforce.
Enhanced Supervisory Skills: Learn how to communicate safety expectations to your team and foster a positive safety culture on-site.
Career Progression: Achieving the SSSTS certification can help you advance into higher supervisory roles within the construction industry.
Course Duration
2 Days
Delivery Method
Classroom training in Liverpool, Merseyside, L13 1EH
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We’re part of Butterworth Spengler Commercial Ltd – an independent insurance broking business established in 1924. As well as our consultancy, surveys and assessments, we can help your staff take an active role in your health and safety processes. We offer a number of professional health and safety training courses to give you the knowledge and experience you need. Our team of consultants are key to the delivery of our service. Not only are they experienced across many industry sectors, but they pride themselves on their ability to give clear, simple communication to our clients at every stage of the relationship. Thanks to our expertise in Health & Safety training we’re very proficient in making complex regulations simple to understand and implement.
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