- Lectures: 12
- Students: 684
- Duration: 12 hours
Objective of the qualification
The Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment is for learners who work in or who want to work in construction. mandatory requirement for CSCS green labourer card.
It gives learners the opportunity to:
- develop introductory knowledge related to health and safety in the construction industry
- develop introductory skills in health and safety in the construction industry
- learn about health and safety issues related to different occupations in theconstruction industry
- achieve a nationally-recognised Level 1 qualification
- develop their own personal growth and engagement in learning.
Relationship with National Occupational Standards
This qualification relates to the National Occupational Standards for Labourers and is approved by CITB. After completing this qualification trainee musthave to take CIBT computer base exam.
Structure:
Health and Safety in a Construction Environment
GLH
21 hours
Booking CBT test
Once you completed your training you can book CIBT test by clicking following link
https://wsr.pearsonvue.com/testtaker/signin/SignInPage/CITB
Or Book with LIMT
Practice test websites https://constructiontest.co.uk/
Curriculum
- 12 Sections
- 12 Lessons
- 12 Hours
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- introducton to the courseIntroduction of construction health and safety.1
- L O 1 identify Hazard and risk1
- LO 2 Manual handling1
- Lo 3 working at height1
- Lo 4 Risk to health1
- Lo 5 Health and safety around plant and equipment1
- Section 1 Introduction to construction health and safetyIntroduction to construction health and safety1
- Section 2 Manual Handling in a Construction EnvironmentSafe Manual Handling in a Construction Environment1
- Section 3 working at height1
- Section 4 risk to health in a construction environmentRisk to health in a construction environment1
- Section 5 Working around plant and safety1
- Work book1
Getting a CSCS Green Card is a three-step process:
Complete a Health and Safety Course: You must pass a recognised Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment course or the CITB Health and Safety Awareness (HSA) course. These courses are offered in various formats, including online, in-person, or via e-learning.
Pass the CITB HS&E Test: You must pass the CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) or GQA Operatives test, which is a 50-question multiple-choice exam.
Apply for the Card: After completing the course and passing the test, you can apply for your CSCS Green Card through the official CSCS website. You will need to upload proof of your qualifications and pay the application fee.
For first-time applicants, the CSCS Green Card is valid for two years. If you continue working in a labouring role, you can renew it for five years by providing evidence of your employment, such as a signed letter from your employer.
The test consists of 50 multiple-choice questions that cover health, safety, and environmental issues on a construction site. You have 45 minutes to complete it, and you'll need to answer 45 out of 50 questions correctly to pass. The test includes both knowledge-based questions and behavioural case studies.
If you fail the Level 1 Health and Safety course exam, you can usually retake it for a reduced fee. If you fail the CITB HS&E test, you must wait at least 48 hours before rebooking and will need to pay for a new test. It's recommended to use revision materials and mock tests to prepare before retaking the exam.
You must bring an original, valid form of primary ID with your full name, a recognisable photograph, and your signature. Acceptable IDs include a passport or a photocard driving licence.
Yes, we offer the Level 1 Health and Safety course blended learning, allowing you to study at your own pace. The CITB HS&E or GQA test, however, must be taken in person at the GQA test centre. or if you wanted to take CIBT test at Pearson vue centre
Requirements
- No formal requirement
- Should speak basic english
- Able to read signs
- common sense
Features
- Able to work in construction industry as labourer
- Portfolio based assessment
- 50 question online exam
Target audiences
- want to work as labourer in the construtcion industry
- entry level qualification
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