Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment,
Core Units & Key Topics
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Introduction: Importance of health and safety, legal aspects, individual and employer responsibilities.
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Hazards, Risks, Assessments, and Controls: Principles of risk assessment and method statements (RAMS) for maintaining and improving safety at work.
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Common Hazards:
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Slips, trips, falls, and working at height (including safe systems of work, ladders, scaffolds).
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Manual handling (safe lifting techniques, moving and storing materials).
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Plant, machinery, and noise (hazards from moving machinery, vibration).
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Respiratory risks (illnesses, dust, protective measures).
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Fire, electricity, and gas safety.
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Chemicals and other onsite hazards.
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General Safety: Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), site signage, emergency procedures, accident prevention and reporting procedures.
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Environmental Awareness: Waste management and pollution prevention.
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Your Role: Operating in a safe manner, recognising and reporting unsafe acts, and seeking support/advice.
Assessment Process
The assessment for the Level 1 course is typically a multiple-choice exam taken after completing the training.
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Format: The exam usually consists of multiple-choice questions (the number can vary depending on the provider and specific awarding body).
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Pass Mark: Candidates typically need to achieve a score of 70% or more on each module or the overall exam to pass.
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Delivery: The assessment can be taken online with an invigilator (requiring a computer with a webcam, microphone, and a stable internet connection) or at a physical test centre.
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Certification: Upon successful completion, candidates receive an accredited Level 1 certificate, which is a required document for applying for the CSCS Green Labourer Card.
Note: Passing this course is only the first step. You must also pass the separate CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test for Operatives within the last two years to be eligible to apply for the actual CSCS Green Card. Revision materials for the CITB HS&E test are available from the CITB website.
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95 British pounds