What is a SSSTS Refresher course?
The SSSTS-R, or Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme Refresher, is a specially designed 1 Day Refresher Course aimed at individuals who have previously completed the two-day SSSTS course. This refresher is essential for updating knowledge on the latest safety practices, understanding legislative changes, and reinforcing the critical role of supervisors in maintaining site safety. Delegates will receive up-to-date information on the best practices and legal compliance, ensuring their certification remains current and valid without any grace period for lapse.
Course Content
What can I expect from a SSSTS Refresher course?
Participants in the SSSTS Refresher Course will revisit key aspects of site supervision, with particular focus on:
Can I be a Site Supervisor with SSSTS Refresher training?
Yes, completing an SSSTS (Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme) course significantly enhances your capabilities and credentials as a construction site supervisor. The course equips you with essential training on supervisory health, safety, welfare, and environmental issues pertinent to construction site management. While the SSSTS certification is particularly tailored towards safety supervision, it is widely recognised in the construction industry and often seen as essential for those aiming to advance into supervisory positions. This training provides you with a robust foundation in overseeing safety practices on construction sites, an integral role of a site supervisor.
SSSTS Refresher Online Course
Experience the convenience of the SSSTS Refresher Course Online, allowing you to update your supervisory skills without the need to travel. This flexible online format is perfect for busy professionals who need to fit training into their schedules. Participants will engage with updated interactive content, participate in forums, and access the latest resources at their own pace, ensuring they remain at the forefront of site safety management.
Entry Requirements
Are there any entry requirements for the SSSTS Refresher course?
Only those who have successfully completed the SSSTS course and can provide evidence of this qualification are eligible for the SSSTS-R course. There is no grace period once the initial certificate expires, so it's crucial to complete the refresher before your existing certificate's expiration date.
Assessment, Certification & Progression
How is the SSSTS refresher course assessed?
The SSSTS Refresher course assessment strategy is streamlined to efficiently validate the current competencies of site supervisors with a focus on recent developments and legislative updates in health and safety. This includes:
Successfully passing the examination is a requisite for the renewal of the SSSTS certificate, ensuring that certificate holders are up-to-date with their health and safety knowledge and practices, extending the certificate's validity for another five years.
Certification
Participants who pass the end-of-course examination will receive a renewed CITB-recognised SSSTS certificate, valid for an additional 5 years. It's crucial to undertake this refresher course before the expiry of your current SSSTS certification to maintain uninterrupted accreditation.
What are the progression opportunities after completing the SSSTS Refresher course?
The SSSTS Refresher ensures you remain knowledgeable and certified as a site supervisor, enabling you to maintain safety and compliance standards at the highest level. It also sets the foundation for further professional development, potentially leading to more advanced CITB courses and qualifications.
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Find a training dateHow can I renew my SSSTS certificate?
To renew your SSSTS certificate, you should enrol in the Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme Refresher (SSSTS-R) course before your current certificate expires. The refresher is a one-day course that updates your knowledge with the latest best practices, legislation, and responsibilities in construction site safety.
Here’s what you typically need to do:
Remember, there’s no grace period for taking the refresher course; you must complete it before your current certificate expires.
If your certificate has already expired, you might be required to retake the full SSSTS course. Always confirm the renewal process with your chosen course provider as procedures can vary.