Course description
This course brings the candidate's health and safety knowledge up to date, as well as giving them a thorough overview of the legislative changes and their impact in the workplace. The course builds upon the material in the original course and includes a wide range of topics which have been affected by changes to procedures.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
The SSSTS refresher course is intended for anyone who has completed the full SSSTS two day-course.
Delegates are required to have completed and passed the two-day SSSTS course. Proof of certification is required.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
On successful completion of this course, delegates should be able to:
Supervise health and safety on site in accordance with current legal provisions and within the context of their role.
Develop an understanding of responsibility and accountability for the health, safety and welfare of workers on site.
Recognise that a safe site is efficient, economical, productive and environmentally friendly.
All trainers who provide this course have appropriate experience and training qualifications, allowing them to explain the course content clearly and answer candidates’ questions knowledgably.
The course further gives an overview of the legislative measures in place to permit employees to safeguard themselves and others affected by work activities.
Training Course Content
The SSSTS refresher course is an overview of the learning outcomes below:
Module One
Health and Safety Law
Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM)
Health and Safety Management Systems
Risk Assessments and Method Statements
Statutory Inspections and Checks
Reporting Accidents, Injuries and Ill Health
Leadership and Worker Engagement
Module Two
Health and Welfare of the Workforce
First Aid and Emergency Procedures
Hazardous Substances
Asbestos
Dust and Fumes
Noise and Vibration
Manual Handling
Module Three
Site Set Up and Security
Fire Prevention and Control
Electricity
Plant and Work Equipment
Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment
Module 4
Working at Height
Excavations
Underground and Overhead Services
Confined Spaces
Temporary Works
Module 5
Environmental Awareness
Pollution
Waste Materials
Nuisance
Course delivery details
The course is delivered by one of our fully qualified tutors, who use a variety of theoretical input, including group exercises, discussions and interactive PowerPoint.
Examination: Attainment of the learning outcomes will be assessed by an examination which consists of 22 questions under exam conditions and which will last 30 minutes. Delegates are permitted to use the Construction Site Safety – The Comprehensive Guide (GE700) publication for the last 10 minutes of the exam.
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