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What Does SMSTS Stand For?

SMSTS is an acronym which stands for Site Management Safety Training Scheme. We offer the 5-day SMSTS course online and in-person.

What is the Site Management Safety Training Scheme?

The Site Management Safety Training Scheme was created by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) to establish a clear industry-wide standard for the management of health and safety on construction sites. The SMSTS course is part of the Site Safety Plus (SSP) scheme and covers all relevant legislation.

Who is SMSTS Training Suitable For?

The Site Management Safety Training Scheme is suitable for individuals who are in a position of responsibility within the construction industry. The training is targeted at construction workers such as site managers, supervisors, proprietors of construction companies and project managers.

BuildUK approves the SMSTS qualification as the standard for all construction and project managers. Certification is an indication of the competence of a construction site manager according to the Approved Code of Practice (ACoP) for the CDM Regulations.

What’s Included in the SMSTS Course?

The main focus of the SMSTS course is risk assessment. The syllabus focuses on learning how to work and manage following the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.

Course Content

Topics covered in the CITB SMSTS course are planning, organising, monitoring, controlling and administering the following:

  • Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA)
  • CDM Regulations
  • Risk Assessments
  • Method Statements
  • Scaffolding
  • Excavations
  • Scaffolding
  • Demolition
  • Confined Spaces
  • Site Set Up

Course Duration

5 Days

CITB Site Safety Plus Publications & Workbooks

All SMSTS courses include access to the ‘Construction Site Safety – The Comprehensive Guide (GE700)’ and ‘Construction Site Management Delegate Workbook (XA6-V11)’. Depending on which CITB accredited training provider delivers your SMSTS course, you will be given the option of taking away training course materials in hard copy, CD or access to materials online. We’ll confirm this in your course joining instructions.

If you would like to check if hard copy CITB Site Safety Plus Publications are included in the cost of your course, please call us on 0808 1966 830.

CITB SMSTS Certification

The CITB SMSTS certificate is an indication of the competence of a construction site manager according to the Approved Code of Practice (ACoP) for the CDM Regulations. Your site managers certification is included in the course fees if you pass the CITB exam. Your hard-copy SMSTS certificate will be issued within six to eight weeks, and will be valid for five years.

E-certificate

It takes approximately 2-3 weeks for the CITB to issue an SMSTS E-Certificate.

Renewing Your CITB SMSTS Certificate Every 5 Years

Your CITB SMSTS certificate will last for 5 years, you will need to renew your qualification every 5 years by attending the 2-day SMSTS Refresher course before it’s expiry date.

Are there Any Prerequisites to Attend the SMSTS Training Course?

Yes, there are a few prerequisites to attend the SMSTS training course including the following:

  • You will need to provide Photographic I.D.
  • You will need to provide written parental consent if you are under eighteen years of age.
  • You will need a good understanding of written and spoken English. (Translators are not permitted to attend).

There are no prior qualifications required to attend, however the basic 1-day CITB Health and Safety Awareness course and the SSSTS – Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme provide a good foundation and understanding of health and safety on construction sites.

Further Studying

If you would like to study further after gaining your SMSTS qualification, consider completing the NEBOSH Construction Certificate or a related Construction NVQ.

Popular Classroom SMSTS Course Locations

The most popular classroom course locations include the major cities listed below, however we provide access to SMSTS courses nationwide

Looking for a 5-Day CITB SMSTS Course Near You?

You can find, compare and book SMSTS courses in the UK near you on our website. You may attend in-person in a traditional classroom setting or you can study online in virtual online (instructor-led) learning format, the latter involves studying online from anywhere with a real instructor using video conferencing software such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams.

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Can You Do SMSTS Courses Online?

You can attend the Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) course online using video conferencing software like Zoom or Microsoft Teams. This allows you to study the SMSTS online course from anywhere with a reliable internet connection and a modern PC or laptop equipped with a microphone and webcam.

Why Take the SMSTS Online Course?

The remote SMSTS online course offers the flexibility to study either at work or from the comfort of your own home. It provides a more convenient and cost-effective way to obtain your CITB Site Management Safety Training Scheme qualification.

What’s Included in the SMSTS Online Course?

The SMSTS online course is delivered remotely via video conferencing software and is led by a live instructor. This online SMSTS training follows the same curriculum as the in-person classroom course, maintaining the same standard of instruction and meeting all CITB scheme requirements.

Key Features of the SMSTS Online Course:

  • Convenient Online Learning: Use video conferencing software with a modern PC or laptop, a microphone, and a webcam.
  • Flexible Location: Study the SMSTS course online from home or at work.
  • Live Instruction: The SMSTS online course is led by a real instructor.
  • Comprehensive Training: Takes place over 5 days, totaling approximately 37.5 hours.
  • Equivalent Curriculum: The SMSTS online training follows the same curriculum as the in-person course.
  • Standard Compliance: Meets all CITB scheme rules.
  • Cost-Effective: Lower costs due to no venue hire, reduced instructor travel, and no hotel expenses.
  • Class Size: Minimum of two attendees, maximum of ten for the SMSTS online course.
  • Alternative Exam Method: Conducted online with secure verification processes.
  • Certification Maintenance: Requires attending a 2-day SMSTS Refresher every 5 years.

Comparing the SMSTS Online Course vs. In-Person Courses

SMSTS Online (Instructor-Led)

  • Remote Access: Study the SMSTS course online from anywhere using an up-to-date PC, laptop, or other suitable devices.
  • Home or Work: Participate in the SMSTS online course from your own home or workplace.
  • Live Instruction: The SMSTS online training is led by a live instructor over 5 days, totalling approximately 37.5 hours.
  • Cost-Effective: Lower costs due to zero venue hire and reduced travel expenses.
  • Same Curriculum: The SMSTS online course covers the same content as classroom training.

SMSTS In-Person (Traditional Classroom)

  • Classroom Environment: Study the SMSTS course in a traditional, in-person setting.
  • Scheduled Locations: SMSTS courses are regularly scheduled in towns and cities across the UK.
  • Dedicated Venues: SMSTS training is held at training centers, hotels, and other suitable locations.
  • Comprehensive Training: The SMSTS course takes place over 5 days, totalling approximately 37.5 hours.
  • Higher Costs: More expensive due to venue hire, instructor travel, and other associated costs.

Prerequisites for the SMSTS Online Course

  • ID Verification: ID will be checked prior to the CITB exam.
  • Isolation Requirement: You must be alone in the room during the exam.
  • Visibility: You must be visible via video at all times during the SMSTS online course.
  • Exam Rules: No reference materials allowed until the last 10 minutes of the exam, which is an open book session.

SMSTS Online Course Dates and Fees

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