S001 Site Safety Awareness – NPORS Accredited

The S001 Site Safety Awareness NPORS Accredited Training Course is recognised as equivalent to the QCF Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment and is designed for all construction personnel, from seasoned professionals to newcomers. This program provides essential knowledge for performing construction tasks safely, focusing on prevalent risks and hazards on-site. Key areas covered include safe manual handling, secure practices for working at heights, and safe operation around machinery and equipment. Aimed especially at new or inexperienced workers, the course raises awareness of fundamental safety practices, ensuring participants understand and follow essential protocols to maintain a safe working environment.

Course Objectives

• Knowledge of essential health and safety legislation and personal responsibilities on-site.
• Awareness of common construction hazards and procedures to minimise associated risks.
• Understanding of safe work practices, including personal protective equipment (PPE) use, safe manual handling, and accident prevention.
• Introduction to emergency procedures and response protocols for accidents or incidents.
• Emphasis on reporting unsafe conditions and recognising when to seek further assistance.

Assessment

The S001 Site Safety Awareness course employs various teaching methods, including case studies, classroom discussions, group activities, and individual/group presentations and at the end of the course participants are required to complete a written test.

Entry Requirements

To enrol in this course, participants must possess a good level of English language proficiency in reading, writing, and comprehension. Please feel free to contact us if you have any concerns. Additionally, valid identification, such as a copy of your passport or driver’s license, must be provided on the first day of the course. Attendance for the full duration of the course is mandatory. Failure to attend the entire course will require re-enrollment at an additional cost.

Additional Information

After completing the NPORS S001 Site Safety Awareness Course, candidates can take the CITB Health, Safety, and Environment Operatives Test. Passing this test makes them eligible to apply for the CSCS Green Labourer Card (also called the green card), which is required to work as a laborer on construction sites.

To keep the CSCS Green Labourer Card valid, cardholders need to renew it every five years. This involves attending a refresher course and retaking the CITB test before the current card expires.

Your CSCS card remains valid for five years, though trainee cards may have one or three-year validity periods. It’s essential to stay current, as standards and regulations may evolve. Consequently, you may need to re-sit the CITB Health, Safety, and Environment test when your CSCS card expires to ensure you meet the latest industry standards and continue to access valuable opportunities in the construction sector.

At Glanville Training Academy, we provide a comprehensive package that includes the convenience of booking the CITB Health, Safety, and Environment Operatives Touch Screen Test, should you require it, upon successful completion of our course. If you are interested in this service, please kindly specify your preference in your enquiry.