One day course for people who wish to work as a site Labourer on Major Construction Group sitesCourse contentWorkers' individual responsibilities for their own safety and the safety of othersTypical construction hazards and how these are controlledHow everyone can help achieve better practical standards of safety on siteLegal requirements and liabilitiesWorking at heightManual HandlingFire preventionWork equipment.The awarding body for the Operatives Green Operatives Card is CSCS. The course cost includes the issue of the operatives Green Card.

The aim of this course is to provide delegates with the knowledge and practical skills needed to safely operate a Telescopic Handler. To provide knowledge and understanding in the following areas:• Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a plant operator• Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular machine to be used and other relevant sources of information• Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions• Be able to locate and identify steering, driving and braking controls and explain their functions• Conduct...

This course will fully prepare you for a craft apprenticeship in Bricklaying.

The course aim is to improve employability prospects by developing the learnersPractical knowledge and skills.Ability to solve problems.Transferable skills in construction related areas within the industry.Improve employment prospects by providing a qualification in Health & Safety and prepare learners for Construction Skills Certification (CSCS).Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and CV assistance.

What you will learn In addition to a range of introductory Bricklaying units, you will also undertake units on H & S, Construction Drawing, Numeracy and ICT.Half Brick Walling: An introductionOne...

The Highfield Level 1 Award in Health and Safety within a Construction Environment (RQF) has been developed for learners working in – or wanting to work in – the construction industry, and will give them the knowledge to undertake their role safely. Can aid progression onto higher qualifications.The qualification has also been designed so that learners who successfully complete it and go on to complete the CITB Operatives Health, Safety and Environment knowledge test will have fulfilled the knowledge needed to apply for the CSCS Labourer’s Card.Topics include:Knowledge of common hazards and risks in a construction environmentSafe manual handling practicesWorking...

This one-day course can be for those who have entered, or are about to enter, the construction and civil engineering industry. The course gives delegates an awareness of health and safety and how it affects their daily role.Overview:This course is the first step towards a CSCS Labourers Card (Green Card) and to the progressive CITB Site Safety Plus suite of courses that range from training for operatives into the industry up to senior manager / director.Course structure:• Their individual responsibilities for their own safety and the safety of others • Typical construction hazards and how these are controlled • How everyone can help...

This course will provide you with the confidence and skills required to become a craft apprentice in Carpentry & Joinery.

The course aims are to improve employability prospects by developing the following.Carpentry & joinery practical knowledge and skills.Problem solving skills.Transferable skills that can be related to areas within the construction industry.Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills (CV assistance)The course will also provide you with a qualification in Health & Safety and further prepare you for the Construction Skills Certification (CSCS) test.

What you will learn In addition to a range of Carpentry & Joinery...

In this course you will learn the practical skills, environmental aspects and associated technologies, at the appropriate level. If you achieve this qualification you will be an attractive option for potential employers within the Building Services Engineering sectors of Plumbing; Heating and Ventilating; Air Conditioning and Refrigeration; Electrical, Electro Technical. The NPA is, in effect, a pre-apprenticeship award. There is a strong emphasis on safety throughout the program. The NPA is designed to give you the knowledge, understanding and skills required to make an immediate contribution in employment or further opportunities for study/training within the Scottish Building Services Engineering sector....

Course descriptionThis is a work-based qualification that enables you to work as a plasterer in the construction industry. This Level 2 NVQ qualification is suitable if you are currently (or previously been) employed or working as a plasterer, and have acquired knowledge and experience over time. You now wish to demonstrate and confirm, by a formal qualification, your ability to work safely and competently to a recognised national standard. Diplomas can teach you advanced skills and gain employment, however many large construction sites require the NVQ to demonstrate you are able to work safely and competently on-site.This qualification prepares...

This course is aimed for those who wish to better understand health and safety and create a better working environment for them and their co-workers. This will provide the necessary information for individuals in any sector to be more aware of risk factors and hazards and how to tackle them. This course is also useful for anyone wishing to up skill and gain a formal health and safety qualification.This qualification is recognised as an acceptable health and safety qualification for people wishing to get into the construction sector ahead of their CSCS test. The Elementary Health and Safety course is...

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: There are no formal entry requirements however the candidate should have a level of English equivalent to SCQF Level 5 in order to undertake the assessment.REHIS (Royal Environmental Health Institute for Scotland) Elementary Health & Safety course is an ideal progression for those who have already undertaken a CITB HS&E touch screen test and who wish to progress to apply for a CSCS Operative’s card. The course is designed for those who wish to work in construction, entering the workplace with little or no understanding of Health & Safety. .At the end of the course you will complete...