The Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) is a course designed for individuals who are, or are aspiring to be, supervisors in the construction industry. This course focuses on equipping supervisors with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and manage health and safety on construction sites.
Here are some key aspects of the SSSTS course:
- Legal Framework: The course covers the essentials of health and safety law, emphasizing how these laws apply specifically to the responsibilities of a site supervisor.
- Supervisory Responsibilities: Participants learn about their specific duties in controlling site safety and maintaining a safe working environment.
- Risk Management: The SSSTS course teaches attendees how to conduct and utilize risk assessments. It also highlights the importance and use of method statements in planning and executing work safely.
- Effective Communication: The training emphasizes the importance of clear and effective communication on construction sites. Participants learn techniques for conducting site inductions, delivering toolbox talks, and explaining method statements to their teams.
- Proactive Monitoring: The course underscores the supervisor’s role in actively monitoring site activities to ensure compliance with safety standards. Participants learn to identify and address potentially unsafe practices promptly.
Certification and Duration:
- Upon successful completion of the SSSTS course, participants receive certification that is valid for five years.
- To maintain their certification, individuals must take a refresher course (SSSTS-R) before the expiration date. Failing to do so requires retaking the full SSSTS course.
The SSSTS course is an important step in building a competent and safety-conscious workforce within the construction industry.