CITB SSSTS Refresher (Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme Refresher)
£185.00
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The CITB Health & Safety Awareness (HSA) course is a one-day, entry-level construction safety course designed for anyone working on or entering a construction site. Delivered by Safety & Access, this CITB-approved course provides essential knowledge to help workers understand their health and safety responsibilities, recognise common site hazards and work safely from day one.
This course is widely recognised across the UK construction industry and is commonly required to support applications for the CSCS Green Labourer Card.
This course is available to deliver in house at your location or at one of our dedicated training facilities. Please complete the enquiry form below with a brief description of your requirements and one of our sales team will contact you promptly to assist with your training needs.
The CITB Health and Safety Awareness (HSA) course is a 1-day introduction to health and safety in construction. It is ideal for individuals starting out in the industry and is a key requirement for those applying for the CSCS Labourer Green Card.
This course provides a practical understanding of how to work safely, recognise hazards and support site safety culture from day one.
Perfect for:
New entrants to construction
Labourers applying for the CSCS Green Card
Operatives needing a health & safety foundation course
The course price includes publications, registration, certification and refreshments
Accepted forms of ID
Other accepted ID
If you don’t have a valid passport or UK driving licence, you can instead bring two of the following – one from list A and one from list B:
List A (choose one):
List B (choose one):
Basics of health and safety legislation
Common construction hazards
Working at height awareness
PPE, manual handling & fire safety
Site rules, signage & emergency procedures
Understanding RAMS and safe behaviours
Delegates complete a multiple-choice test. Successful candidates receive the CITB Health & Safety Awareness certificate (valid for 5 years).
The CITB Health & Safety Awareness (HSA) course is a one-day introductory health and safety course designed for people working on construction sites.
It provides a basic understanding of:
Health and safety responsibilities
Common site hazards
Safe working practices
Accident prevention
The course is part of the CITB Site Safety Plus scheme and is widely recognised across the UK construction industry.
The course is ideal for:
Labourers
Operatives
New starters to construction
Apprentices
Anyone new to site work
Workers needing a course to support a CSCS Green Labourer Card
It is suitable for people working in construction, civil engineering, maintenance, refurbishment and related industries.
The course itself is not a legal requirement, but employers must provide health and safety training under the Health & Safety at Work Act.
Many contractors require this course as a minimum standard to demonstrate that workers understand basic site safety before starting work.
Yes — in most cases.
The Health & Safety Awareness course is commonly used to support applications for the:
CSCS Green Labourer Card
You may also need:
A valid HS&E test pass
Proof of identity
Safety & Access can advise if this is the correct route for you.
The course lasts 1 full day (typically around 6–7 hours, including breaks and assessment).
Safety & Access delivers the course as:
Classroom-based training
Live virtual classroom (where available and CITB-approved)
The course is not self-paced eLearning. CITB requires live, tutor-led delivery to ensure engagement and understanding.
Key topics include:
Health & Safety at Work Act
Individual responsibilities on site
Common construction hazards
Working at height
Manual handling
Fire safety
Site transport and traffic
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Accident reporting
Environmental awareness
The course focuses on practical, real-world site safety rather than management-level responsibilities.
Assessment consists of:
Tutor-led activities and discussions
A multiple-choice test at the end of the course
Delegates must attend the full course and successfully complete the assessment to gain certification.
No — the course is designed to be accessible and straightforward, particularly for those new to construction.
Delegates who:
Attend the full day
Participate in discussions
Have a basic understanding of spoken and written English generally pass without difficulty.
The pass mark is set by CITB as part of the Site Safety Plus scheme. 83 %
Your tutor will explain the assessment clearly and provide guidance throughout the day.
If you fail:
You may be offered a resit, subject to CITB rules
Safety & Access will advise on next steps if required
Most delegates pass on their first attempt.
The certificate is valid for 5 years.
No — there is no refresher course for Health & Safety Awareness.
Once the certificate expires, you must retake the full one-day course if it is required again
No prior construction experience or qualifications are required.
The course is specifically designed for:
New entrants
Operatives
Those unfamiliar with site safety requirements
Delegates must have a basic understanding of English to:
Follow tutor instructions
Participate in discussions
Complete the written assessment
If you are unsure, please contact Safety & Access before booking.
Yes. Safety & Access offers:
Group bookings
On-site delivery (subject to numbers and facilities)
Bespoke course dates for employers
This is ideal for inducting new starters or upskilling site operatives.
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) does not approve individual courses, but the CITB Health & Safety Awareness course is widely recognised across the construction industry and supports compliance with employer training duties.
Common progression routes include:
SSSTS – for those moving into supervisory roles
SMSTS – for site or project managers
Specialist courses such as Working at Height, Manual Handling, or Temporary Works Awareness
Safety & Access can advise on the right pathway based on your role.
Experienced, engaging tutors
Clear guidance for CSCS card routes
Classroom and virtual options
Support before, during and after the course
Regular course availability
You can book:
Online via the Safety & Access website
By phone or email with our training team
As an individual or group booking
Our team will confirm course suitability and answer any questions before you attend.