SMSTS Refresher Remote Learning

The agenda for the CITB SMSTS Refresher Course includes: Health & Safety Law, including CDM Regulations Health & Safety Policies, risk assessments and method statements Induction, training, communication and leadership and worker engagement Inspection & Audit, statutory forms, notices and registers Accident prevention, control, reporting and investigation Management of health, welfare facilities, stress and mental health at work and drugs and alcohol COSHH, Lead, Asbestos, Dust, Fumes, Noise and Vibration and Manual Handling Site organisation, fire prevention and control, electrical safety and temporary works Plant and work equipment, mobile plant and vehicles, lifting operations and equipment and mobile workforce and driver safety Work at Height Regs, safe working at height, common access equipment, scaffolding, fall arrest and suspension equipment and excavations Underground and overhead services and confined spaces Multiple Choice Examination

IMPORTANT – REMOTE CITB COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Your course is being delivered via live remote learning. To ensure you are able to complete the training and any associated examination successfully, please read the following requirements carefully before your course date.

It is the delegate’s responsibility to ensure that the required equipment, identification and suitable learning environment are available for the duration of the course.

Computer and Internet Connection

You will need:

• Your own laptop or desktop computer. A mobile phone alone is not suitable for attending the course.

• A reliable broadband internet connection capable of supporting live video, audio and access to online course materials.

• A computer that meets any minimum system requirements advised by Training4industry.

• A working charger and access to mains power throughout the course and examination.

Webcam and Audio

You must have:

• A working webcam capable of clearly showing you and, when required, your desk/workspace.

• A working microphone and speakers or headphones.

• Your camera and audio tested and working before the course begins.

• Equipment that allows your camera and audio to remain switched on when required, including during an examination.

Microsoft Teams / Zoom and Online Access

You must be able to access the online platform specified in your joining instructions, which may include Microsoft Teams or Zoom.

Please ensure that:

• The required application or a supported internet browser is installed and working.

• You know how to join an online meeting.

• You have tested your camera and microphone on the platform.

• Any required updates are completed before the course begins.

Photographic Identification

You must have valid photographic identification available.

Your identification may need to be shown to the trainer and/or examination invigilator to confirm your identity.

Please check your joining instructions for any specific identification requirements relating to your course or examination.

Suitable Room and Learning Environment

You must attend from a quiet, private and suitable room where you can participate without unnecessary interruptions.

During the course and particularly during an examination, you may be required to:

• Remain visible on camera.

• Keep your microphone/audio available.

• Show the trainer or invigilator your desk and surrounding area.

• Remove unauthorised notes, books, electronic devices or other materials from your workspace.

• Remain in the room for the required duration of the assessment.

Please ensure that other people will not disturb you while training or examinations are taking place.

Mobile Phone / Additional Device

Please have a charged mobile phone available in case it is required for communication, technical support, verification or other course arrangements.

A mobile phone does not replace the requirement for a laptop or desktop computer.

Course Materials

Please ensure that you have received and/or can access any course materials provided by Training4industry before your course starts.

Where materials need to be downloaded, printed or completed in advance, please do this before joining the course.

Examination Requirements

Remote examinations are subject to specific rules and invigilation requirements.

You must follow all instructions provided by your trainer or invigilator. This may include requirements relating to:

• Identity checks.

• Camera and microphone use.

• Your room and desk setup.

• Permitted and prohibited materials.

• Remaining visible to the invigilator.

• Use of mobile phones or additional devices.

• Examination security and confidentiality.

You must not receive assistance from another person or access unauthorised materials during an examination.

Before Your Course

Please check your equipment and access in advance of the course date. Do not wait until the course is due to begin to test your computer, webcam, microphone or internet connection.

If you experience any problems or believe you may not be able to meet any of the requirements above, please contact Training4industry as soon as possible before your course.

Important

Failure to meet the required technical, identification, learning environment or examination requirements may result in you being unable to participate in or complete the course and/or examination.

By attending the remote course, you are confirming that you have read these requirements and have made the necessary arrangements to participate.

Hardware requirements

Devices Requirement

1. Standard laptop camera, microphone, and speakers
   • For a better experience with video calls and online meetings, we recommend using a computer that has a 2.0 GHz processor and 4.0 GB RAM (or higher)
2. Desktop PC
   • Computer and processor: Minimum 1.6 GHz (32-bit or 64-bit)
   • Memory: 2.0 GB RAM
   • Hard disk: 3.0 GB of available disk space
   • Display: 1024 x 768 screen resolution
   • Graphics hardware: Minimum of 128 MB graphics memory
   • Operating system: Windows 10, or Windows 8.1 in 32-bit and 64-bit
   • Video: USB 2.0 video camera
3. Mac
   • Processor: Minimum Intel processor, Core 2 Duo or higher
   • Memory: 2.0 GB RAM
   • Hard disk: 1.5 GB of available disk space
   • Display: 1280 x 800 or higher resolution
   • Operating system: Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan or later
   • Video: Compatible webcam
   • Voice Compatible microphone and speakers, headset with microphone, or equivalent device

Candidates are required to bring the following equipment on the day of the training

• Company CITB Levy number – Candidates attending Construction related courses should bring their company CITB Levy number with them if applicable.
• A Form of photo ID (Passport, Driving license, Formal ID Cards)
• If you or your delegate are under 18, we will need a Parental Consent Form signing prior to the course date. Please ensure that you notify us of this in advance. 

If you are attending a Refresher or requalification course please ensure you bring a copy of your current certificate on the day of the training, or you may prefer to email to us a copy prior to attendance.

Candidate Registration requirements:-

• Full Name
• Date of Birth
• National Insurance Number
• Home Address & Postal Code
• Telephone Number
• Email address

This course is designed for site managers who have already attained the SMSTS Course certification. It is a refresher course, providing guidance regarding the legal, moral and social responsibilities in respect of health and safety on construction sites

The SMSTS Refresher Course is only for delegates who have previously passed the five-day construction Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) or subsequent refresher course, and hold a valid SMSTS certificate. Evidence must be provided of their eligibility in order to book onto this course. Delegates must be competent in English at site manager level.

This is a two-day course. Delegates are required to complete the full course (15 hours) to be eligible for certification. Assessment will be by an exam paper and the completion of a case study exercise. The examination demonstrates to external bodies that the certificate is only awarded to successful delegates following both an assessment and examination. Delegates are expected to be interactive during the course and there is also a mandatory toolbox talk to be completed. At the end of the theory session on day five, delegates will take a short 20 question multiple choice and 5 short written question test. There are 5 safety critical questions that must be answered correctly. For the last 10 minutes of the examination, delegates may use their books for reference. Upon successful completion of this course each delegate will receive a CITB Construction Skills Certificate of Training, valid for a period of 5 years.