CITB SSSTS Course in Doncaster

About the SSSTS Course in Doncaster

Our CITB-accredited two-day SSSTS course in Doncaster is aimed at supervisors, foremen, team leaders, and anyone responsible for managing a team.

Since COVID-19, we've shifted to delivering our SSSTS course in Doncaster online via Zoom. The feedback has been fantastic, and the online option has become the most popular choice, thanks to its easy setup, minimal tech requirements, and lower cost compared to classroom sessions.

This CITB course provides you with the knowledge and skills required to ensure a safe work environment, understand legal obligations, and manage health and safety effectively on a construction site.

Course Content

• The Health and Safety at Work Act
• Specific site issues that challenge supervisors on a daily basis
• Effective toolbox talks
• Supervision of occupational health
• Behavioural safety

By the end of this SSSTS training in Doncaster, you will be able to:

• implement all updated health, safety, welfare and environmental legislation affecting your supervisory role
• implement new guidance and industry best practice affected by changes
• fulfil your responsibilities regarding health, safety, welfare and the environment

Entry Requirements for the SSSTS Training in Doncaster

Applicants for the SSSTS course must be able to read, write, and understand English at a good level.

A valid ID, such as a passport or driving licence, must be presented on the first day of the course.

Course Assessment for the SSSTS Course in Doncaster

The SSSTS course assessment consists of a 30-minute exam with 22 multiple-choice questions and three short written questions. Each exam paper includes four safety critical questions, all of which must be answered correctly to pass.

To pass the exam, you need to achieve 80% (24 out of 30).

You can use your course books and notes in the final 10 minutes to aid your answers.

Stressed about the exams? Don’t worry! They’re straightforward, and we provide free mock exams and a study guide to boost your chances of passing.

Certification for the Site Supervisor Course

Candidates who complete the SSSTS course will be awarded a CITB Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) digital certificate, issued within 2-3 weeks.

SSSTS Refresher Training

Refresher training is required every five years before your SSSTS certificate expires. To book your refresher course or get more information, visit our SSSTS Refresher course page.

Learning Options for the SSSTS Course

The SSSTS course is offered in two formats: face-to-face at one of our training centres or online via Zoom or Microsoft Teams, taught by a CITB-approved instructor.

Since COVID-19, many have preferred the online option. Here’s why:

• Save money on travel by attending from home
• Easy setup with minimal tech skills needed
• Support available from our team and instructor if required
• Same quality of training as the classroom experience
• It’s cheaper than attending in person
• CITB books are sent to you via email for easy access

Other Site Safety Plus Courses in Doncaster 

In addition to the SSSTS course, various other CITB Site Safety Plus courses are available in Doncaster. These include:

• CITB SSSTS Refresher Course: For supervisors renewing their SSSTS qualification.
• CITB SMSTS Course: Focused on individuals responsible for leading teams within the construction sector.
• CITB SMSTS Refresher Course: For managers renewing their SMSTS qualification.
• CITB Health and Safety Awareness Course: Aimed at laborers needing the CSCS Green card.
• CITB Temporary Works Coordinator Course: For individuals managing temporary works, focusing on risk management and compliance with BS5975.
• CITB Temporary Works Coordinator Refresher Course: Aimed at individuals refreshing their Temporary Works Coordinator course.
• CITB Temporary Works Supervisor Course: For supervisors overseeing temporary works, emphasising safety management and effective communication on site.

CITB Levy, Grants and Funding 

Want to cut down on training costs? Construction industry employers can benefit from grants designed to help workers stay up-to-date with Health & Safety standards.

CITB offers grants to construction employers for training workers and maintaining health and safety standards on-site. Employers can claim up to £140 for this course, subject to CITB's approval.

To access CITB funding, ensure your delegate has your Company Name, Registered Address, and CITB Levy number. These details must be provided by the student during their class on the course registration form.

After the course is completed, CITB will process the grant directly with the registered company using the provided details.