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Step into your supervisor role with the CITB SSSTS course. We’ve helped over 60,000 students qualify by combining expert-led training with dedicated support and comprehensive mock tests to ensure you're exam-ready. Join our SSSTS course online via virtual live-streamed Zoom classes, or train face-to-face at our nationwide centres.
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| Course name | CITB Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) |
|---|---|
| Target outcome | CITB-accredited certificate; mandatory for supervisory roles on UK construction sites |
| Training options | Online (Live Virtual Classroom), Classroom, or On-site training |
| Typical duration | 2 Days |
| Assessment format | 22 multiple-choice questions (including 4 safety-critical MCQs) and 3 short written-answer questions |
| Pass mark | 80% (24/30 marks) Note: All 4 safety-critical MCQs must be answered correctly. |
| Results & certification | Digital CITB certificate provided (Issued within 5-10 working days) |
| Qualification validity | 5 Years |
| Price | From £249 (All-inclusive) |
In the construction industry, the widely accepted standard is the CITB Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS). The SSSTS course equips those with supervisory responsibilities to understand their legal duties and maintain a safe working environment on-site.
Join our nationwide classroom centres for face-to-face interaction with industry experts, or participate in our online virtual training from home with the same expert support.
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We offer more than just the traditional classroom. Book our Live Virtual Classes for the same CITB curriculum and expert support, delivered via Zoom. Get the same recognised certificate with the added flexibility of affordable online pricing and no travel costs.
The SSSTS course is designed for current or aspiring supervisors. There are no formal CITB entry requirements or specific years of experience needed to enrol; however, a basic understanding of site operations is recommended.
This course is suitable for:
The SSSTS curriculum is designed to provide the essential safety knowledge required for site leadership. This theoretical foundation is a mandatory step toward the Gold CSCS Supervisor Card.
Health and Safety Law & Legal Duties
Gain a clear understanding of the Health and Safety at Work Act and the specific legal responsibilities of a site supervisor. This module covers how the industry is regulated and the role of the HSE in enforcement and site inspections.
Developing & Delivering Toolbox Talks
Focus on the "soft skills" of site leadership. Learn how to prepare and deliver impactful Toolbox Talks and site inductions to ensure safety information is communicated clearly to the workforce.
Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS)
Practical training on identifying on-site hazards. You will learn to conduct effective risk assessments, monitor method statements, and manage high-risk activities, including working at height and fire safety.
Occupational Health & Site Welfare
Identify and monitor common health hazards, including noise, silica dust, manual handling, and vibration. This section also covers the legal requirements for providing adequate site welfare facilities.
Behavioural Safety & Intervention
Understand the human factors that contribute to accidents. Learn how to promote a positive safety culture on-site and the importance of timely intervention to prevent unsafe working practices.
To help you step into a supervisory role, we offer three flexible ways to complete your CITB SSSTS training:
Our most popular option for busy professionals. Join a live, tutor-led session delivered fully online. You’ll benefit from real-time interaction and expert guidance from home or the office, saving you time and travel costs.
Prefer a traditional learning environment? Choose a face-to-face course at one of our nationwide training centres. Our classroom sessions offer direct interaction with industry experts and the opportunity to network with other aspiring supervisors.
The most cost-effective solution for companies. We bring the training to your premises, allowing you to qualify multiple supervisors at once on dates that suit your project schedule. Book through Hurak for bespoke group rates.
The SSSTS course is open to anyone currently working in, or moving into, a supervisory role within the construction and civil engineering sectors. As the training and final exam are conducted in English, a basic level of spoken and written proficiency is required.
For those choosing our SSSTS course online, you will simply need a stable internet connection and a device equipped with a working camera and microphone. On the first day of your course, please have a valid form of photo ID ready to verify your CITB registration.
To successfully complete the CITB SSSTS course and receive your accredited certificate, full attendance over both training days is mandatory, followed by a passing score on the final assessment.
The Exam: A 30-minute assessment consisting of 25 questions. This includes 22 multiple-choice questions (incorporating 4 mandatory safety-critical questions) and 3 short written-answer questions.
Pass Mark: The pass mark is 80% (24 out of 30 total marks). However, you must answer all 4 safety-critical multiple-choice questions correctly to pass the course, regardless of your overall score.
Certificate: You will receive your results on the same day. Your official digital CITB SSSTS Certificate will be issued via the CITB portal within 5–10 working days. Please note this is a certificate of achievement, not a physical card; it serves as the essential training prerequisite for your CSCS Gold Supervisor Card application.
Validity: Your qualification is valid for 5 years. To maintain your supervisor status, you must complete a one-day SSSTS Refresher course before your current certificate expires. If it expires, you will be required to retake the full 2-day course.
Prepare for your final assessment with our official-standard SSSTS mock tests. These practice exams mirror the actual CITB SSSTS exam format, allowing you to test your knowledge against real-world SSSTS exam questions.
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No. The CITB issues a digital SSSTS certificate of achievement, not a physical card. This certificate serves as the mandatory evidence of safety knowledge required to apply for your CSCS Gold Supervisor Card.
The SSSTS course price varies based on the delivery method. Remote Zoom classes are the most cost-effective option. Prices generally range between £250 and £400, including VAT and CITB registration fees.
If you fail the assessment but achieve a score of at least 72%, you may be eligible for a same-day resit. If your score falls below this threshold, you must retake the entire two-day course.
Yes. You can complete the SSSTS course online via a Live Virtual Classroom (Zoom). This carries the same CITB accreditation as our physical training centres.
The qualification is valid for 5 years. You must pass the one-day SSSTS Refresher course before your current certificate expires. If it lapses by even one day, you must retake the full 2-day course.
Yes. The SSSTS is for supervisors, while the SMSTS is a 5-day course designed for site managers. The SSSTS is often the first step before progressing to the SMSTS.
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You will learn about legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act, related to health and safety. You will learn the legal duties of the employers, self-employed and employees to promote health and safety awareness and the effective standards of safety management. This topic will also cover the CDM regulations that cover the management of health, safety and welfare on construction projects.
You will learn how to develop, maintain and monitor a health and safety management system.
You will learn how risk assessments can reduce accidents in the workplace and why the risk assessments and method statements should be suitable and proportionate to the level of risks posed.
You will learn how to complete statutory inspections and checks for a construction site.
You will learn the common causes of accidents, the preventive measures required, and the need for reporting an accident. You will learn how to develop construction phase plans, safe systems of work and risk assessments, as well as, how to conduct site inspections and carry out daily health and safety management.
You will learn about the importance of good leadership and worker engagement in aiding with protecting the workforce.
You will learn how to manage first aid and emergency procedures for a construction site.
You will learn the importance of protecting the workforce from exposure to hazardous substances such as lead and asbestos.
You will learn how to protect the workforce from the risks posed by the inhalation of airborne particles.
You will learn the risks posed by excessive noise and vibration and how to mitigate that risk.
You will learn how to reduce the risk of injury posed by incorrect manual handling practices and how to reduce it by taking into account the task, environment and control measures.
You will learn the requirements that must be considered while setting up a construction site.
You will learn the common causes of fire, including the mishandling of hazardous substances, and how to minimise those risks.
You will learn good working practices while working on or near live electrical circuits.
You will learn the risks involved in using moving plants and equipment and how to reduce risk while fulfilling the legal obligations related to the use of mobile plants and equipment.
You will learn the risks involved in working at height, including working platforms, scaffolds, ladders, flat and pitched roofs, fragile roofs, openings, holes and unprotected edges, and how to minimise them.
You will learn what a confined space is, how to risk assess it and how to work safely.
You will learn how to manage temporary works and ensure that they are planned, maintained and removed appropriately.
You will learn your role in environmental awareness on the site.
You will learn how environmental damage can occur from improper management of waste materials.
The CITB Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) is a two-day programme for construction site supervisors and team leaders. It provides a formal qualification in health and safety legislation, legal duties, and the supervisory skills required to manage a safe site.
No. The CITB does not issue a physical SSSTS card. Once you pass, you receive a digital CITB SSSTS Certificate. This document is the mandatory evidence of safety training required to apply for a CSCS Gold Supervisor Card. To get the physical card, you must also complete a Level 3 NVQ.
While not written into law, the SSSTS certificate is a mandatory requirement for most major UK contractors and site owners. It is the industry-recognised minimum standard for anyone supervising workers on a construction project.
The SSSTS certificate provides the mandatory theoretical knowledge for the Gold Card. However, to obtain the physical CSCS Gold Supervisor Card, you must hold this certificate and successfully complete a Level 3 NVQ in Occupational Work Supervision.
The exam is rigorous, but our expert instructors ensure you are fully prepared. The 30-minute assessment consists of 25 questions: 22 multiple-choice (which include 4 mandatory safety-critical questions) and 3 short written-answer questions. To pass, you must achieve a total score of 80% (24 out of 30 marks) and correctly answer all 4 safety-critical MCQs. To support your success, we provide comprehensive SSSTS mock tests and in-depth knowledge reviews throughout the 2-day training.
If you score between 72% and 77% and pass the safety-critical section, you may be eligible for a same-day resit. If your score falls below 72% or if you fail the safety-critical questions, the CITB requires you to retake the full two-day course.
Yes. You can complete the SSSTS course online via a live, tutor-led virtual classroom (Zoom). This remote option offers the same CITB accreditation and curriculum as our physical training centres without travel or accommodation costs.
SSSTS (2 days) is for supervisors and focuses on site-level safety briefings. SMSTS (5 days) is for site managers and project leads, covering high-level health and safety legislation and project-wide planning.
The SSSTS course price depends on the delivery method. Online classes are the most affordable, while in-person training may cost more. Generally, prices range between £250 and £400, including VAT and CITB registration fees. For the exact pricing and group discounts, call us at 0333 344 1293.
The qualification is valid for 5 years. You must pass the one-day SSSTS Refresher course before your current certificate expires. If it lapses by even one day, you must retake the full two-day course to remain qualified.
In the UK, entry-level site supervisors typically start around £35,000, while experienced supervisors on major commercial projects can earn between £50,000 and £60,000 annually.
