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CITB SMSTS Refresher Course
Renew your CITB SMSTS certificate with our two-day SMSTS Refresher course and stay up to date on your site safety, health, welfare, and environmental responsibilities.
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SMSTS Refresher Course
The SMSTS Refresher Course is for site managers currently in managerial roles who need to renew their CITB SMSTS certificate.
This course is designed to refresh and reinforce your knowledge of key aspects of site safety, health, welfare, and the environment.
Course Content
- Current priorities of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
- Risk assessments and method statements
- Health, safety, and welfare on construction sites
- Reporting requirements under RIDDOR
- Behavioral safety in the workplace
- Occupational health considerations
- Updates and changes to construction-related legislation
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for the SMSTS Refresher course, you must:
- Have good reading, writing, and comprehension skills in English.
- Hold a valid SMSTS certificate (the course must be completed before it expires).
- Provide a valid form of identification, such as a passport or driving licence.
Entry Requirements for the SMSTS Refresher Online Course
If you take the SMSTS Refresher course online via Zoom, you'll also need a PC or laptop with a microphone, webcam, and a reliable internet connection.
Course Assessment
Your CITB SMSTS Refresher exam takes place on the second day and includes 25 questions covering all key course areas.
The format includes 18 multiple-choice questions (worth one mark each) and 7 short written-answer questions (worth two marks each).
A passing score is 81% (26 out of 32), and the exam duration is 35 minutes. You are allowed to use your course books in the last 15 minutes.
Resit Procedure
If you fail the SMSTS Refresher exam but score between 72%–78% (23–25 out of 32), you can re-sit the exam. Failing the re-sit, however, will require you to complete the full SMSTS course.
Scoring below 69% (22 or fewer correct answers) means you must retake the full SMSTS course before attempting the exam again.
Feeling nervous about the exam? We offer free SMSTS Refresher mock exams and study resources to support your success.
How Long is the SMSTS Refresher Course?
The SMSTS Refresher course is completed over two days.
What is the Cost of the Course?
The course price depends on your chosen location or format (online or classroom). On average, it ranges from £270 to £350, with the online option typically costing less.
Can I Take the SMSTS Refresher Course Online?
Yes! The course is available online via Zoom. Many learners prefer this option as it is more affordable and eliminates travel time and costs. The online course covers the same content as the classroom version.
Will I Receive a Certificate After Completing the Course?
Once you pass, you’ll receive an SMSTS Refresher certificate that remains valid for five years. To renew it, you must complete the SMSTS Refresher course before the five-year period ends.
Is this Course Eligible for a CITB Grant?
Yes, this course is eligible for a CITB grant. Don’t forget to provide your CITB number when booking, or ask your employer for the correct details.
CITB Site Safety Plus Scheme
The CITB SMSTS Refresher course is part of the Site Safety Plus Scheme, which provides training for professionals in construction, civil engineering, and related industries.
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What you will learn
- Fulfill your legal responsibility regarding health, safety, welfare and the environment
- Follow existing industry standards
- Incorporate new guidelines
- Carry out effective site inductions, toolbox talks and method statement briefings.
Course content
You will learn to manage mental health issues and help individuals involved in drug and alcohol abuse while staying within the law.
You will learn the importance of protecting the workforce from exposure to hazardous substances such as lead and asbestos.
You will learn how to protect the workforce from the risks posed by the inhalation of airborne particles.
You will learn the risks posed by excessive noise and vibration and how to mitigate that risk.
You will learn how to reduce the risk of injury posed by incorrect manual handling practices and how to reduce it by taking into account the task, environment and control measures.
You will learn the requirements that must be considered while setting up a construction site.
You will learn the common causes of fire, including the mishandling of hazardous substances, and how to minimise those risks.
You will learn how to control hazardous substances, including safe handling and storage.
You will learn good working practices while working on or near live electrical circuits.
You will learn how to manage temporary works and ensure that they are planned, maintained and removed appropriately.
You will learn the risks involved in using moving plants and equipment and how to reduce risk while fulfilling the legal obligations related to the use of mobile plants and equipment.
You will learn the risks involved in working at height, including working platforms, scaffolds, ladders, flat and pitched roofs, fragile roofs, openings, holes and unprotected edges, and how to minimise them.
You will learn what a confined space is, how to risk assess it and how to work safely.
You will learn about legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act, related to health and safety. You will learn the legal duties of the employers, self-employed and employees to promote health and safety awareness and the effective standards of safety management. This topic will also cover the CDM regulations that cover the management of health, safety and welfare on construction projects.
You will learn the key principles and benefits of a health and safety policy and how to implement it.
You will learn how risk assessments can reduce accidents in the workplace and why the risk assessments and method statements should be suitable and proportionate to the level of risks posed.
You will learn how to tailor the contents of training according to the needs of the audience to maintenance competence on site.
You will learn the importance of effective communication between all individuals involved in working on site, to ensure that critical information is conveyed accurately.
Learn the importance of accurately measuring, monitoring and reporting on health and safety within the workplace.
You will learn about the statutory and non- statutory forms, notices, signs and registers used within the building and construction industry, as well as, about the keeping of records and other details
You will learn the common causes of accidents, the preventive measures required, and the need for reporting an accident. You will learn how to develop construction phase plans, safe systems of work and risk assessments, as well as, how to conduct site inspections and carry out daily health and safety management.
You will learn the importance of providing suitable welfare facilities and ensuring that they comply with the CDM Regulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The SMSTS Refresher is a two-day training program.
To take this course, you need a strong command of English (reading, writing, and speaking), a valid SMSTS certificate, and a valid photo ID. For the online course, a laptop with a webcam, microphone, and stable internet is also required.
No, if your SMSTS certificate has expired, you must retake the full SMSTS course. In some cases, CITB may grant an extension, but you’ll need to contact them directly.
No, there is usually no grace period. If your SMSTS certificate expires, you must complete the full five-day SMSTS course. However, CITB occasionally grants extensions, so it’s worth checking with them.
Yes, when you book with us, you can take the SMSTS Refresher course online via Zoom with a CITB-approved instructor.