Course Overview
The CITB Health and Safety Awareness (HSA) course is a one day training programme designed for individuals who are about to start work in the construction industry or those who already work on site and need the foundation awareness of health, safety, welfare and environmental issues.
This Health and Safety Awareness course is part of the wider Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) Site Safety Plus portfolio, and provides a recognised foundation for safe working in building, infrastructure, civil engineering, refurbishment, maintenance and related construction activities.
Why choose TE Training Academy
At TE Training Academy, our CITB HSA course is delivered by experienced trainers with real site experience across construction, infrastructure and civil engineering projects. We emphasise practical relevance so delegates gain not only the certificate, but the confidence to apply what they learn from day one.
We provide flexible delivery options, tailored scheduling and full support with next steps (such as site card applications and further training).
Completing your CITB Health and Safety Awareness (HSA) with us means you can take your place on site safely, professionally and prepared.
Who should attend
The HSA is ideal for:
1) New entrants to the construction, building and civil engineering sectors who will be working on site.
2) Operatives, labourers, trades-assistants or anyone seeking to demonstrate basic awareness of site safety.
3) Individuals who need the essential health and safety knowledge to apply for site access cards (such as the CSCS green card) or to satisfy their employer’s induction requirements.
4) Delegates should have a good understanding of spoken and written English to engage in the course and complete the assessment.
Course format and assessment
The course is delivered over one day through tutor-led training, interactive discussions and group exercises.
Assessment is through a multiple choice test at the end of the day. Successful delegates receive a CITB Site Safety Plus certificate, valid for five years.
What You'll Learn
By completing the CITB Health and Safety Awareness course, you will be able to:
1) Understand your individual role and responsibilities in maintaining health, safety, welfare and environmental standards on site.
2) Recognise common hazards found on site and learn practical steps to avoid harm to yourself and colleagues.
3) Apply the core principles of risk assessment, method statements and safe working practices at an operative level.
4) Appreciate how your role fits within the wider management of site safety and how to raise concerns and stop unsafe work when necessary.
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