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CITB Temporary Works Supervisor Course (TWSTC)
The CITB Temporary Works Supervisor course is for senior managers, contractors, site/project managers, and anyone wanting to progress from the Temporary Works Coordinator role. It teaches learners the duties of a Temporary Works Supervisor and the temporary works procedure guidelines (BS5975).
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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.
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007 (CDM 2007) and the associated Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) are directly related to the management of temporary works.
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.
Who is this course for?
- Temporary Works Coordinators
- Site or Project Managers
- Construction Consultants
- Construction Contractors
General Course Content
Learners will learn how to describe types of temporary works and temporary works solutions and the impact of their failure on health and safety on construction sites.
This unit covers the history that sets requirements for a series of changes, creating a robust, safety-conscious process for designing, managing, installing, and removing temporary works. Learners will also learn the consequences of failure and the importance of avoiding failure in relation to the 3Ps and 4Cs.
Participants will learn about health and safety legislation and the different legislative requirements that must be followed. This unit will also focus on Health and Safety at Work etc. Act (HASWA) and the employer's legal duties to promote health and safety awareness and practical safety management standards. Candidates will learn about the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM).
This part of the course will discuss the key roles and responsibilities of the primary stakeholders responsible for managing the safe implementation, management and dismantling of temporary works, including appointing key roles.
Candidates will learn the management and control of design processes and the key elements involved in appointing competent organisations, designers and contractors to manage the execution of the works on site. The unit will also teach them the importance of risk classification and its impact on design and risk management.
This course unit explains how to manage, coordinate and supervise during the construction, erection and dismantling of temporary works.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The CITB Temporary Works Supervisor course is for senior managers, contractors, site/project managers, and those looking to advance from a Temporary Works Coordinator role. It focuses on the responsibilities and guidelines for overseeing temporary construction works.
This course is intended for Temporary Works coordinators who want to move forward in their careers as supervisors, site or project managers, construction consultants, and construction contractors with experience managing temporary works.
Candidates are evaluated through practical exercises and a test consisting of 22 questions. A minimum score of 78% (21 out of 27) is required to pass.
Learners must have experience managing all types of temporary work and a good understanding of spoken and written English.
The course ensures compliance with UK regulations and industry standards, mainly related to the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007 (CDM 2007).
Benefits include credibility in the construction industry, improved project efficiency, and a comprehensive understanding of temporary works management.
The certification issued upon completing the course is valid for five years.
