Training Course Details

CITB HSA – Health and Safety Awareness

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Course Duration: 1 Day

Awarding Body: CITB

Certification: CSCS Green Card

CITB Health and Safety Awareness (HSA)

Course Summary:

The CITB Health and Safety Awareness (HSA) course serves as an essential entry point for those who are beginning or planning to begin a career in the construction and civil engineering industry. This course is meticulously designed to impart a thorough understanding of the various potential hazards present on construction sites. It offers a comprehensive summary of health, safety, welfare, and environmental issues, thereby equipping participants with the knowledge needed to navigate these challenges effectively. Recognised and endorsed by Build UK, this course stands as a fundamental requirement for operatives on site, emphasizing its importance in the industry. Furthermore, it lays down a solid groundwork for individuals aspiring to acquire the Green CSCS Labourers Card, a key certification in the field. The course not only focuses on theoretical knowledge but also stresses the practical aspects of health and safety, making it an ideal choice for those who are about to enter this dynamic and challenging industry. Through its detailed curriculum, the CITB Health and Safety Awareness course aims to foster a culture of safety and awareness, ensuring that all participants are well-prepared to contribute to a safer and more efficient workplace.

  • Understanding Individual Responsibilities: To clarify the roles and expectations of individuals in maintaining workplace safety.
  • Enhancing Safety Awareness: To highlight the importance of accident prevention and understanding health and safety law.
  • Role in Site Control and Management: To demonstrate how individual roles contribute to site safety and the importance of risk assessments and method statements.
  • Promoting Safe Work Practices: To encourage safe performance and the importance of seeking advice when unsure, as well as reporting unsafe acts to prevent accidents.
  • Health and Safety Awareness: A practical overview of health and safety issues on construction sites.
  • CSCS Labourers Card Information: Guidance on obtaining the Green CSCS Labourer Card.
  • Online Course Delivery: Interactive video online learning with live tutors, including Zoom meeting details.
  • Course Publications: Information on downloading the course publication, ‘Construction Health and Safety Awareness’ (GE707), and the required reader app.
  • HSA Course Aims: Detailed explanation of the course’s aims and objectives, emphasising safety and legal responsibilities.
  • Entry Requirements: Requirements for English proficiency and photographic identification.
  • Site Safety Plus (SSP) Courses: Overview of the Site Safety Plus suite of courses, including the HSA course.
  • Attendance Requirement: Full attendance is mandatory for certification, with specific requirements for maintaining a stable internet connection during online courses.
  • Language Proficiency: Competence in English at the operative level is required.
  • Certification Validity: The course subscription lasts for 12 months, with automatic updates during this period. Post 12 months, the publication can still be viewed but will not receive new updates.
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