Course Overview
The CITB Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme (SEATS) is a one-day interactive course designed for construction, building and civil engineering professionals who are, or will be, working in supervisory or management roles. The course provides foundational knowledge of environmental issues on site and equips delegates to identify, control and minimise the environmental impacts of their work.
This Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme forms part of the CITB Site Safety Plus portfolio and meets the basic environmental knowledge requirements that subcontractors and supply-chains must demonstrate to major contractors.
Why choose TE Training Academy
At TE Training Academy, our CITB SEATS course is delivered by experienced trainers with real site supervisory and management background across construction, infrastructure, civil engineering and tunnelling projects.
We emphasise practical relevance so delegates not only achieve the certificate but also gain the knowledge, confidence and tools to apply environmentally conscious practices in the workplace.
Our courses are engaging, flexible in delivery (including options for classroom or blended/online formats) and tailored to the needs of busy construction professionals.
By completing your CITB Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme (SEATS) with us, you can demonstrate to clients and supply-chains that you are committed to environmental best practice and compliance.
Who should attend
The CITB SEATS course is ideal for:
1) Supervisors, site agents, foremen and assistant site managers who have, or will soon have, environmental responsibilities on site.
2) Those working in construction, infrastructure, refurbishment, maintenance or allied sectors who wish to enhance their environmental awareness and ensure compliance with client or industry environmental expectations.
Delegates should have a good understanding of spoken and written English and be able to engage in interactive case-studies, group tasks and a final assessment.
Course format & assessment
The CITB Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme (SEATS) is delivered over one day through tutor-led sessions, group discussions, case studies and interactive tasks.
At the end of the course delegates sit a multiple-choice assessment. On successful completion, you will receive a CITB-approved certificate which is valid for five years.
What You'll Learn
By completing the Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme, delegates will be able to:
1) Understand the importance of the environment and the impacts of construction processes on ecology, heritage, waterways, resources and communities.
2) Apply relevant environmental legislation, regulations and industry good practice in their day-to-day work on site.
3) Use environmental management systems and processes to mitigate damage, manage waste, water, energy and materials, and control pollution.
4) Take actions to be a responsible contractor and good neighbour by managing statutory nuisances, archaeology, contamination, biodiversity and community impact.
5) Identify opportunities for improvement and embed sustainable working practices across their site activities.
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