This course is ideal for:

• Site managers

• Site agents

• Construction supervisors

• Anyone responsible for planning, organising, monitoring, and controlling site-based activities

• Type: Classroom-based learning (Theory + Practical)

• Delivery: Either 5 consecutive days (block release) or 1 day a week over 5 weeks (day release)

• Modules include:

  • Health and safety legislation

  • Risk assessments and method statements

  • Site set-up and management

  • Communication and leadership

  • Working at height, fire safety, and manual handling

  • Occupational health and environmental awareness

• Enhanced Health & Safety Knowledge
  Learn how to navigate and apply up-to-date health and safety legislation specific to the construction industry.

• Improved Site Management Skills
  Gain the confidence and capability to manage site operations safely and efficiently.

• Recognised Certification
  Earn a CITB SMSTS certificate that is widely respected across the UK construction industry and valid for 5 years.

• Career Advancement
  Strengthen your CV and open up new opportunities in site management roles.

• Effective Risk Management
  Learn how to carry out comprehensive risk assessments and develop accurate method statements.

• Practical, Real-World Insight
  Training includes case studies and practical exercises that reflect real-life scenarios.

• Professional Networking
  Meet and learn alongside fellow site managers, supervisors, and industry professionals.

The course is instructor lead, the instructor is an experienced MEWP Engineering making sure they have hands on knowledge of maintenance and repair of powered access equipment.

This course is a 1 day course

• Assessment: Continuous assessment + Final written exam

• Certification: CITB SMSTS certificate (valid for 5 years)

• Note: A refresher course must be taken before the certificate expires. If it lapses, the full 5-day course must be retaken.

Our comfortable, purpose-built training centre provides everything you’ll need for the course, including refreshments and all course materials.

• Provided: All training materials including textbooks, handouts, and presentation content

• You Should Bring: Pen, notepad, and (optional) relevant site documentation or personal learning aids (e.g., highlighters)

There are no formal qualifications required, but this course is most suitable for those already working in a site management role or preparing to step into one.

• Provided: All training materials including textbooks, handouts, and presentation content

• You Should Bring: Pen, notepad, and (optional) relevant site documentation or personal learning aids (e.g., highlighters)

Upon successful completion of the CITB SMSTS course, participants will receive the CITB SMSTS Certificate, which confirms their competence in managing health and safety on construction sites. This certification is widely recognised across the construction industry and remains valid for five years. To maintain certification, a refresher course must be completed before the expiry date.

The SMSTS certificate is valid for five years. To stay up to date with current health and safety regulations and best practices, it is strongly recommended that delegates complete a refresher course before the certificate expires.

If the certificate expires, the full 5-day SMSTS course must be retaken in order to regain certification.

Please check the calendar for details, alternatively please call or email with your enquiry. We can carry this out at your premises if required.

• Ongoing Development Encouraged
  This course highlights the importance of continuous professional development (CPD) in health and safety practices.

• Guest Speakers (Where Available)
  Some courses may feature experienced industry professionals sharing real-life lessons and safety insights.

• Additional Resources
  Delegates may be given access to supplementary materials, including online forums, reading materials, and revision guides to support their learning both before and after the course.