Level 1 CITB Health and Safety Awareness Course
Are you new to the construction industry? If so, completing the CITB Health and Safety Awareness course should be near the top of your priorities. After all, without the certificate from this course, you won’t be able to get your CSCS Green Card, which is legally required to work as a labourer on construction sites in the UK.
At CPCS, we offer a comprehensive Level 1 Health and Safety Awareness course, fully approved by the CITB and included in their Site Safety Plus course selection. You can gain your certificate in as little as 1 day, taking you one step closer to beginning your career in construction.
If you’d like to find out more about our CITB Health and Safety Awareness course, please get in touch today. You can speak to a member of our team by calling 01234 604151 / 07771 812418 or drop us an email via office@cpts.uk.
What You’ll Learn on the CITB Health and Safety Awareness Course
The CITB Health and Safety Awareness course runs you through everything you’ll need to know to work on a construction site safely. You might already know the facts, but we’ll explain them in ways that make the rules make sense, enhancing your safety at work, as well as the safety of your colleagues.
Some of the topics you’ll learn about during the Level 1 Health and Safety Awareness course include:
- How accidents happen and what you can do to prevent them.
- Your legal requirements when working on a construction site.
- How to spot hazards effectively.
- Correctly using PPE and why the correct kit matters.
- How to react when something goes wrong.
Once you’ve finished your training, you’ll feel far more confident about stepping onto the construction site on your first day.
Who Should Take This Course?
The Level 1 Health and Safety Awareness course is aimed firmly at the beginner – the aspiring construction worker yet to set foot on-site and begin their career. However, several types of people will find this course beneficial, including:
- New site workers
- Current labourers without legal qualifications
- Labourers returning to the industry
- Anyone applying for a CSCS card
- Teams or workers needing a refresher on basic site safety
There’s no experience needed to join this course. All you need is a willingness to learn and a spare 6 hours to complete the training
Why Take a Health and Safety Awareness Course?
The primary reasons for taking this course are simple: to ensure you’re a safe member of the construction team and to get one step closer to applying for your CSCS Green Card. And once you’ve completed this Level 1 Health and Safety Awareness course, both those boxes will be ticked.
But choosing CPCS for your CITB Health and Safety Awareness course means you’ll get more than just the basics. We’ll not only teach you the facts – we’ll take the time to explain their importance, so you genuinely understand why site safety is so essential within the construction industry.
We’re able to offer this enhanced level of teaching thanks to our trainers’ experience. They’ve all worked on sites and understand the practicalities of the job, not just the theory. Plus, they can turn dry facts into truly interesting lessons, making the course enjoyable.
Four Ways to Learn
We offer four ways to take our CITB Health and Safety Awareness course, ensuring it’s convenient for everyone, no matter where they live.
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Anyone looking to claim their CSCS Green Card must first complete the Level 1 Health and Safety course. If you’re looking to begin your career as a labourer, we not only offer this course, but also teach it to the highest level, ensuring you get maximum benefit and can work safely as soon as you step on site.
To book your place on the CITB Health and Safety Awareness course today, or to learn more about what the course entails, please call us on 01234 604151 / 07771 812418 or send us an email via office@cpts.uk.
CITB Health and Safety Awareness Course FAQs
Do I need this certificate for the CSCS Green Card?
Yes, you do. You’ll also need to pass the CITB test. Without both, you won’t legally be allowed to be a labourer on a construction site.
What does the CITB Health and Safety Awareness course cover?
It covers all the fundamental aspects of health and safety while working on a construction site. This includes identifying and reacting to hazardous situations, following correct working procedures, and correctly using PPE.
Who is the CITB Health and Safety Awareness course for?
It is aimed at beginners to the construction industry, particularly those looking to get their CSCS Green Card. However, it is also suitable for labourers currently working without the required certification, those returning to construction, and anyone needing a refresher on basic on-site health and safety.
How long is this course?
The course takes approximately 6 hours to complete, meaning those attending in person or live online will need to dedicate a day. Those taking the course independently online can take as long as they like to complete.
Will I receive a qualification once I’ve completed the course?
Yes, you will receive a CITB certificate showing you have completed this course. It is accepted nationwide and is part of the route to getting a CSCS card.
Can I take the CITB Health and Safety Awareness Course online?
Yes, you can take the CITB Health and Safety Awareness course online. We offer a live online session run over a day, or you can take the course independently and spend as long as you require working through the modules.
Other Site Safety Plus Courses
- Classroom: Attend a local venue and learn alongside a qualified trainer. Perfect for those looking to meet other learners and ask questions.
- Live Online: A live lesson taught over Zoom or Teams, with questions allowed. The right choice if you like live learning but live away from a training venue.
- On-Site: For larger teams, one of our trainers can come to your location to deliver a live course.
- Self-Paced Online: Study the CITB Health and Safety Awareness course at your own pace, with no pressure to complete everything quickly.