CITB Temporary Works Supervisor Course (TWSTC)

CITB Temporary Works Course Overview 

A temporary works course is a training program for people in the construction industry. It teaches them the knowledge and skills to understand, plan, and manage temporary work safely and effectively. CITB offers these courses, which include topics related to temporary works. Temporary Works include scaffolding, shoring and formwork, temporary bridges and platforms.

Temporary works can be complex on small or large sites, so understanding safety and risk management is important for all projects. This course will explain the Temporary Works Supervisor’s role and the processes of safely conducting temporary works. 

Temporary Works Coordinator Vs Supervisor

A Temporary Works Coordinator coordinates and manages temporary structures. In contrast, a Temporary Works Supervisor is tasked with the hands-on supervision of these structures and their assembly.

What Will You Learn in the CITB Temporary Works Course 

• 4 C’s - Communication, Co-ordination, Co-operation and Competency
• Risk assessments and method statements
• Management of the temporary works process
• Statutory aspects of temporary works
• Role of others on a construction site 
• British Standards (BS5975) Code of Practice 

CITB TWC Course Assessment

The exam has 22 questions chosen by CITB, and you take it at the end of the course. 

Types of Questions:

19 are multiple-choice (choose one answer) or multiple-response (choose more than one answer). Each is worth 1 mark. 

3 are free-text questions (you write your answer). These are worth either 2 or 3 marks. 

Passing Score: You need to score at least 78%, which means you need 21 out of 27 marks to pass.
Time: You have 45 minutes to finish the exam. 

Open Book: You can use your course workbook and any notes you made during the course while taking the exam.

This exam is part of the assessment to see if you have completed the TWSTC course.

What Do You Need To Enrol for the CITB Coordinator’s Course?

Learners must have experience managing all types of temporary work and understand spoken and written English well.

Key Benefits of the Temporary Works Training 

Regulatory Compliance: It helps ensure compliance with UK regulations and industry standards, for maintaining legal and operational requirements.

Increased Project Efficiency: Understanding temporary works better can lead to more efficient project execution, reducing delays and costs.

Recognition and Accreditation: Completing the CITB course can improve credibility, as CITB is a well-respected authority in the construction industry.