Health and Safety Awareness Level 1

Health & Safety Awareness Level 1

Ideal for people new to the construction and civil engineering industries, this introductory course covers the key health and safety issues faced on-site.  The CITB Health & Safety Awareness Level 1 course is ideal for candidates requiring their first or renewed Green Labourers CSCS Card.  On completion of this 1-day programme, coupled with the online Health, Safety and Environment test for Operatives – a candidate can apply for their Green Labourers CSCS Card.

Ideal for beginners, the course covers potential hazards when working on site and how to look after the health and safety of yourself and others.   It covers your individual and your employer’s responsibilities, including what you can do if you think anyone’s health and safety is being put at risk.

The CITB Health & Safety Awareness Level 1 course includes registration and certification and the mandated GE707 text book.  Our assessors boast a wealth of experience in expertise in construction and use teaching techniques that cater to a range of learning styles and needs.

Course content:

Responsibility for individual safety and the safety of others
Construction hazards and how these are controlled
Achieving better practical standards of safety on-site
Relevant UK regulations and legislation
Occupational health and the need to prevent accidents
Performing safely and asking for advice
Risk assessments and method statements
Working at height
Personal protective equipment
Fire prevention and safety
Manual handling

For more information about the course or to book your place, get in touch with our friendly team who will be happy to help.