Overview
The Level 1 award is one of the documents you need to apply for a CSCS Green Labourer Card, which lets you work on most UK construction sites.
You’ll learn the hazards you’ll meet on site and how to work safely: risk assessments, working at height, manual handling, machinery and noise, dust, fire, electricity and PPE.
You’ll be able to
- Understand risk assessments and method statements
- Work safely at height and with ladders and scaffolds
- Lift and move materials safely
- Recognise site hazards and use PPE
- Report accidents and unsafe acts
What’s included
- All tuition and the exam
- Accredited Level 1 certificate
- Free retake if you don’t pass
Qualification
Highfield Level 1 Award in Health and Safety within a Construction Environment (RQF).
What you’ll learn
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Health and safety basics
Why it matters, the law, and individual and employer responsibilities.
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Hazards, risks and controls
Risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
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Common hazards
Slips, trips and falls, working at height, manual handling, plant and machinery, noise and vibration, dust, fire, electricity, gas and chemicals.
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04
General safety and your role
PPE, signage, emergency procedures, accident reporting, waste and pollution, and reporting unsafe acts.
How you’re assessed
A multiple-choice exam after the training. You need 70% or more to pass.
Free retake guarantee. If you don’t pass an exam or practical assessment, you can retake it once, free, within 3 months.
Who can apply
Who trains you
Sajan Limbu, Director & lead instructor
Over 20 years of military, operational and instructional experience. Has trained personnel for private security companies across the UK and held instructional and inspectorate roles at the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
After the course
- 1. Get your certificateAn accredited Level 1 certificate once you pass.
- 2. Pass the CITB HS&E testYou also need to pass the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test for Operatives, taken within the last two years.
- 3. Apply for your Green CardWith both, you can apply for a CSCS Green Labourer Card.
Where it runs
Level 1 Health & Safety in Construction FAQ
Does this course give me a Green Card?
Not on its own. You also need to pass the separate CITB Health, Safety and Environment test, then apply to CSCS. Revision materials for the CITB test are on the CITB website.
What should I wear and bring?
Your photo ID and a pen.
Can I change my date or cancel?
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Training a team?
Private group dates for employers, at our venues or yours.