The Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) is a course designed for individuals in the construction industry who are responsible for planning, organizing, monitoring, controlling, and administering groups of staff on construction sites. This could include roles such as site managers.
This course covers legislation relevant to safe working practices in the building, construction, and civil engineering industries. The SMSTS training emphasizes the crucial role of risk assessments in the workplace and the implementation of necessary control measures to mitigate those risks. It also highlights the importance of effective communication in establishing and maintaining a robust health and safety culture among the workforce.
Key Takeaways from the SMSTS Course:
By completing the SMSTS course, participants will develop the skills and knowledge to:
- Implement Health and Safety Legislation: Effectively implement health, safety, welfare, and environmental legislation relevant to their daily work.
- Apply New Guidance and Best Practices: Implement new industry guidance and best practices to enhance site safety.
- Understand Duties and Responsibilities: Clearly state their duties and responsibilities regarding health, safety, welfare, and the environment on construction sites.
Certification and Duration
- The SMSTS certification is valid for five years.
- To maintain certification, individuals must take a refresher course (SMSTS-R) before the certificate’s expiration date.
- If the refresher course is not taken before the expiration date, the full SMSTS course must be retaken.