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Welcome to our CITB Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) Course page. This essential training program is tailored for site supervisors and those aspiring to supervisory roles in the construction industry. The SSSTS course provides critical knowledge and skills to ensure that site operations are conducted safely, meeting legal requirements and industry standards.
Overview
The CITB Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) is a nationally recognised qualification designed for supervisors who are responsible for overseeing work on construction sites and ensuring health and safety compliance. This two-day course provides supervisors with practical knowledge of legal duties, risk management, and effective site supervision. It ensures that supervisors understand how to apply health and safety law on site, control risks, and communicate safety requirements clearly to the workforce. The SSSTS course is widely regarded as essential for anyone in a supervisory role within the UK construction industry.
What Is the SSSTS Course?
The SSSTS course is accredited by CITB and focuses on the day-to-day responsibilities of site supervisors. It bridges the gap between workers and site managers, ensuring supervisors can effectively manage safety, behaviour, and site activities. The course aligns with UK health and safety legislation and current guidance from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
Who Is This Course For?
This course is ideal for:
- Site Supervisors
- Foremen
- Team Leaders
- Working Supervisors
- First-line managers in construction
What You Will Learn (Key Topics Covered)
The CITB SSSTS course provides approximately 15 hours of learning over 2 days, equipping supervisors with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively manage health, safety and welfare on construction sites.
- Rules, Regulations and Supervisor ResponsibilitiesLearn about the role of the site supervisor, health and safety legislation, CDM Regulations 2015, risk assessments, method statements, permits to work, site inspections, and accident reporting.
- Health and WelfareUnderstand your responsibilities for site welfare, first aid arrangements, occupational health, hazardous substances (COSHH), asbestos awareness, respiratory hazards, noise, vibration, and manual handling.
- General Site SafetyDevelop knowledge of safe site organisation, fire safety, electrical safety, lifting operations, and the effective management of plant and work equipment.
- High-Risk Construction ActivitiesLearn how to identify and control risks associated with working at height, excavations, underground and overhead services, confined spaces, and temporary works.
- Environmental AwarenessUnderstand the supervisor's role in promoting safe environmental practices, reducing pollution, managing waste, and complying with environmental requirements.
Course Duration & Delivery
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Duration: 2 Days (Full attendance required)
15 hours over two days (7.5 hours per day) -
Delivery Method: Live Virtual Classroom (Zoom) or team training
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Learning Style: Interactive discussions, group work, case studies, and practical examples
Assessment Method
To successfully complete the SSSTS course, delegates must pass an examination consisting of:
- 22 x Multiple Choice Questions testing knowledge across all course topics
- 3 x Short Written Questions
The examination lasts 30 minutes with an examination pass mark of 80%. The paper consists of questions designed to test your comprehension of supervisory safety responsibilities and health and safety law.
Scores between 70% to 79% and your resit is free.
Accredited by CITB
Certification & Validity
- Qualification:
- CITB Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS)
- Certificate Validity:
- 5 Years
- Recognition:
- Widely accepted across the UK construction industry
To remain qualified, supervisors must complete the SSSTS Refresher Course before the certificate expires.
Benefits of the Course
By completing the SSSTS course, learners will:
- Gain confidence in supervising health and safety on site
- Understand and meet legal supervisory responsibilities
- Reduce accidents and unsafe practices
- Improve communication with workers and management
- Enhance career progression opportunities within construction
Entry Requirements
- Minimum age: 16 years
- Valid photo ID
- Good written and spoken English
- No previous health and safety qualification required
Why Choose Us?
- CITB-approved training delivery
- Experienced construction safety trainers
- Flexible live online (Zoom) and team training options
- High first-time pass rates
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
Book Your Course
Take the next step in your construction career with the CITB SSSTS Course and supervise sites safely, confidently, and compliantly.
Enrol Today
Enhance your supervisory skills and ensure a safe working environment by enrolling in our two days CITB SSSTS Course. Contact us today to book your place or to find out more about our course offerings.
- Phone: [0203 488 2333]
- WHATSAPP: 07378352465
- Email: [[email protected]]
- Course Location: [ Zoom Online]
- Website: [highaimstraining.co.uk]
Join us and take the next step in your supervisory career with confidence and competence!
Frequently asked questions
Yes. The CITB SSSTS course can be completed live online via Zoom from the comfort of your home, office, or site. You will receive the same CITB-approved training, complete the same learning outcomes, and gain the same nationally recognised certificate as classroom learners.
The course is delivered by an experienced tutor in real time, allowing you to ask questions, participate in discussions, and learn from real construction-site scenarios. Full attendance is required on both days.
Yes. We deliver SSSTS courses online to delegates throughout the UK, allowing you to attend from anywhere with an internet connection.
For employers and construction companies booking groups of delegates, we can arrange on-site delivery anywhere in the UK, subject to minimum numbers.
The CITB SSSTS certificate is valid for 5 years from the date of issue.
To maintain your qualification, you should complete the 1-day SSSTS Refresher course before your certificate expires. If the certificate expires, you may be required to complete the full 2-day SSSTS course again.
Most delegates who actively participate in the course and attend the full programme pass successfully.
Our tutors have extensive experience within the construction industry and many years of training experience delivering CITB Site Safety Plus courses. Throughout the course, they explain complex health and safety topics in a practical and easy-to-understand manner using real workplace examples.
You will receive guidance and support throughout the training, helping you build the knowledge and confidence needed to complete the assessment successfully.
The course consists of approximately 15 hours of learning over two days and includes exercises, discussions, and knowledge checks throughout the programme.
At the end of the course, delegates complete the CITB SSSTS assessment. The examination consists of multiple-choice and short-answer questions covering the topics taught during the course.
Our experienced tutors prepare delegates throughout the course, ensuring they understand the key principles required to pass the assessment.
