SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)

SMSTS Course — Five-Day Course Overview

Our five-day SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) course is essential for anyone working in a site management or supervisory role within the construction industry. The course provides the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to manage construction site health and safety effectively. It also helps delegates understand their legal responsibilities and meet current health and safety legislation.

Delegates will learn about relevant health and safety laws, regulations and best practices within the construction industry. The training covers key topics such as risk assessments, method statements, accident prevention, site inductions and the effective management of construction site safety.

What You Will Cover In Our SMSTS Course

Through a combination of classroom instruction, group discussions and practical exercises, this SMSTS training course teaches you:

• The roles and responsibilities of site managers under current health and safety legislation

• Relevant health and safety laws, including the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and CDM Regulations 2015

• How to identify workplace hazards and implement effective control measures

• The importance of risk assessments and method statements (RAMS)

• How to manage health, safety and welfare on construction sites

• Accident prevention, reporting procedures and incident investigations

• Safe working practices involving working at height, excavations and lifting operations

• The importance of site inductions, toolbox talks and effective communication

• How to monitor subcontractors and ensure safe working practices are followed

• Environmental management and the prevention of pollution on construction sites

Assessment & SMSTS Certification

Throughout the SMSTS course, delegates will complete a combination of classroom-based activities, group discussions and knowledge assessments to demonstrate their understanding of construction site health and safety.

At the end of the course, delegates must complete a multiple-choice examination and a trainer-assessed project. The examination tests their knowledge of the key topics covered during the training.

Upon successfully completing the course and passing the required assessments, delegates will receive a CITB SMSTS certificate. The certificate is valid for three years, allowing qualified site managers to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of construction health and safety management.

Course Format

Duration: Five days, typically delivered over one working week.

Structure: A combination of classroom-based learning, group discussions, presentations and practical activities.

Class Size: Limited class sizes to encourage participation, interaction and individual support.

Requirements: Delegates should have a good understanding of spoken and written English, as the course involves written assessments, group activities and discussions.

Location: SMSTS training available in Southend or online via Microsoft Teams.

Why Should You Take an SMSTS Course?

The CITB SMSTS course is widely recognised throughout the UK construction industry and is designed for those responsible for planning, organising, monitoring and managing construction site activities.

Completing an SMSTS training course demonstrates your commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety. It helps you develop the confidence and knowledge required to manage site operations, reduce workplace risks and ensure employees and contractors work safely.

Whether you're an existing site manager or looking to progress into a management position, gaining an SMSTS qualification can help improve your career prospects and demonstrate your competence to employers.

Once you've successfully completed your SMSTS course, you can progress onto further CITB training, including:

• SMSTS Refresher Course

• SSSTS (Site Supervisors' Safety Training Scheme)

• SSSTS Refresher Course

• Directors Role for Health and Safety

• Temporary Works Coordinator Training

• Temporary Works Supervisor Training

The course aims to help you:

• Manage and implement health, safety and environmental arrangements on site, in line with legal requirements and your management responsibilities.
• Apply new guidance and industry best practice.
• Understand your responsibilities and accountability for site health, safety, welfare and environmental protection.
• Recognise how a safe site supports efficiency, productivity, cost-effective working and environmental protection

This is a theory-based course, so no PPE is required.

There are no formal entry requirements, but you should be working as a site manager or preparing to take on that role. Previous health and safety knowledge is recommended.

If you do not have previous health and safety management experience, CITB recommends attending the two-day Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) course first.

You must have the written and spoken English skills needed to work effectively at site management level. If you are unsure about suitability or need learning support, please contact Mark One Training before the course.