Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS)
Time to develop new and existing skills and get an industry-recognised certificate? Smas Worksafe now offers the Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS). This course is for those who are considering or already have supervisory responsibilities.
About the SSSTS course online
Our SSSTS course is accredited by CITB and endorsed by Build UK, offering a certified pathway of training for all employees with either current or future supervisor aspirations.
With our two-day SSSTS online course, you’ll receive training from a CITB-qualified instructor. As one of the most popular training courses for site supervisors and aspiring site supervisors, the SSSTS course is essential for your development. In fact, 98% of delegates would recommend our CITB courses to a friend or colleague.
How is the SSSTS course structured?
After two days of engaging course content, you’ll sit an exam consisting of 22 multiple-choice questions with a minimum pass rate of 80%. The course price is £235 excl. VAT but you can claim money back from the CITB. Take a look here for more information on CITB Funding.
The SSSTS course is delivered online through remote learning, so you don’t have the hassle of travelling to a classroom. SSSTS is an entirely online course so you can do it at a time that suits you from the comfort of your own home.
Who is the SSSTS course for?
If you’re a site supervisor or have supervisory responsibilities (in charge of three or more employees) then the SSSTS online course is strongly recommended for you.
What are the benefits of completing the SSSTS course online?
- Industry-recognised certificate – having an SSSTS qualification shows employers and clients that you’ve got the skills necessary to supervise a construction site safely.
- Develop new skills – If you complete the online SSSTS course, you can carry out risk assessments across construction sites, implement controls to reduce risks and improve Health & Safety culture throughout your team and across sites.
- Career progression – Looking to take your career to the next level? Then SSSTS training has everything you need to help you step into a supervisory role and give you a competitive edge over those not SSSTS accredited.
- Improve safety performance – developing your knowledge and understanding of site safety through the SSSTS course will help you maintain safe working practices.
Any of our CITB Training courses can be taken online, giving you the freedom and flexibility to take control of your learning and complete the course at a time to suit you. We also offer the SMSTS Course online and the SMSTS Refresher course for any aspiring Site Managers.
SSSTS Course Modules
The Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme course is split into five digestible modules, covering all aspects of Health & Safety. Below is a breakdown of what you can expect to cover in each of the different modules of the course.
Module One – Legal and Management
- Health & Safety law
- The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
- Construction Design Management (CDM)
- Statutory inspections and checks
- Risk assessments and method statements
- Reporting accidents, injuries and ill health
- Leadership and worker engagement
Module Two – Health and Welfare
- Management of health
- Management of welfare
- Stress/mental health
- Drugs and alcohol
- Dust and fumes
- Noise and vibration
- Manual handling
Module Three – General Safety
- Site organisation
- Fire prevention and control
- Electricity
- Plant and work equipment
- Lifting operations and lifting equipment
Module Four – High Risk Activities
- Working at height regulations
- Excavations
- Underground and overhead services
- Confined spaces
- Temporary works
Module Five – Environment
- Environmental awareness
- Pollution, waste materials and nuisance
Understanding the SSSTS online course
At the end of the SSSTS online course, you will have a rounded approach to Health & Safety and will understand the following areas:
- How to use your supervisory position to maintain a safe site
- How you’re responsible for implementing health and safety law
- The importance of undertaking risk assessments and producing method statements
- Adequate inductions to sites, method statement briefings and toolbox talks
- Observing the site activities properly
- Intervening when bad practice is discovered
How the SSSTS course is assessed
The exam is made up of 22 multiple-choice questions and three short written questions. There are four safety critical questions that must be answered correctly to pass the exam.
The exam has a minimum pass rate of 80%. In the unlikely event that you don’t pass the first time, you’ll be offered an immediate re-sit which you can take on the same day. Remember, you can get ready to take your assessment with our free mock test here.
On completion of the SSSTS training course, you’ll receive an SSSTS certificate that will show clients and employers that you have the skills required to safely supervise a construction site in line with the CITB standard.
How long does an SSSTS certificate last?
An SSST certificate lasts for five years before it needs to be renewed. We also have the option to take the SSSTS refresher course, a perfect option for those who already hold an SSSTS qualification.
What are the SSSTS course requirements?
If you are a site supervisor or have supervisory responsibilities (in charge of three or more employees) with at least 12 months experience the the SSSTS online course is suitable for you.
Below are the SSSTS course requirements that any candidate should meet before enrolling on the course:
- Applicants should be competent in English at the site supervisor level as they will need to communicate with others on site and understand safety instructions, regulations, and procedures.
- All candidates should be working in the construction sector and currently hold or are working towards a site supervisor position.
- Candidates who need to resit the test have a 90-day window from the original course date with which they can retake the test at an additional cost.
What does an SSSTS course cover?
- Legal and management expectations
- Health, welfare and general safety duties
- How to manage high-risk activities
- Participating in environmental and specialist activities.
The course is made up of both written and practical work, and you could be required to participate in group work as well as individual work.
How many questions are there in the SSSTS exam?
The exam itself is made up of 22 multiple choice questions and three, short written questions. These include four safety critical questions which must all be answered correctly to pass the exam. The pass rate for the exam is 80%.
How many days is the SSSTS course?
The SSSTS course lasts for two days and you’re required to take a one-day refresher course every five years.
Can you do an SSSTS course online?
Yes, SSSTS courses can now be booked online and will be carried out via an online meeting app. The course will cover the same modules as it would if it were carried out face-to-face and it will be led by a CITB-qualified instructor in a virtual classroom. The two-day course costs £235 (excl. VAT) per attendee.
What happens if you fail the SSSTS?
If you fail the SSSTS exam, you‘ll be offered an immediate re-sit which you can take on the same day. However, should you fail the re-sit, you’ll need to enrol for an SSSTS reassessment within 90 days of the original course date at an additional charge. Once you pass, you will then be awarded the certificate as normal.
Do you have a mock test I can try?
Yes, we have created ten sample questions which you can use for free to test your knowledge. Check out our mock test here.
Is Smas Worksafe’s SSSTS online course CITB accredited?
Yes, this course is CITB accredited and training is led by a CITB-qualified instructor.
How much does the SSSTS online course cost?
This SSSTS online course costs £235.00 excl. VAT, also including exam resit if it’s required.
Do you have any other Health & Safety training courses?
Yes, we have a range of CITB training courses, including:
Want a helping hand with the cost of training your employees? Grants are provided for employers in the construction industry to train their workers, helping to maintain Health & Safety standards on construction sites.
What is the CITB Grants Scheme?
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) pays grants for the achievement of approved short-duration courses – this includes the Site Supervision Training Scheme (SSSTS) and SSSTS Refresher, Site Manager Safety Training (SMSTS) and Health & Safety Awareness (HSA).
The Grants Scheme is funded by Industry through the CITB Levy and aims to ensure these funds are invested in core construction skills to meet Industry needs. You can apply for your grant using their online form.
Who can claim this grant?
You can claim grants if you are an employer registered with CITB and send a Levy Return to CITB by 30 November each year. Small employers that don’t need to pay the levy can still claim grants.
Providing the person is working for you at the time of their training, you can apply for grants for SSSTS courses undertaken by:
- Directly employed staff
- Subcontractors
To find out more, check out our handy blog here all about CITB Funding.