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CITB Accredited • Valid for 5 Years • Bristol & Plymouth Training Centres •

CITB Health & Safety Awareness Course (HSA)

Whether you're looking to start a career in construction or need the recognised health & safety qualification to work on site, the CITB Health & Safety Awareness (HSA) course is the ideal place to begin. This one-day course gives you the knowledge and confidence to work safely, understand your responsibilities and recognise the hazards you could face on a construction site.

Delivered by experienced trainers, this CITB-approved course meets the health & safety requirements needed to apply for the CITB Labourer Card, helping you take the next step towards working in construction.

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Course Overview

The CITB Health & Safety Awareness (HSA) course is the ideal starting point for anyone looking to begin a career in construction or gain a better understanding of health and safety on site. This one-day course provides a practical introduction to the hazards commonly found in the construction industry, helping delegates recognise risks, understand their legal responsibilities, and work safely alongside others. It is suitable for new entrants to the industry as well as those needing to refresh their knowledge.

Throughout the course, delegates will learn about accident prevention, risk assessments, manual handling, working at height, fire safety, occupational health, and the importance of reporting unsafe conditions. On successful completion, learners receive a CITB Health & Safety Awareness certificate, valid for five years, which can support applications for a CSCS Labourer Card when combined with the relevant CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test.

Certification for this course is valid for 5 years. To remain certified in this area, you will need to take a refresher course before the expiry date on your certificate, otherwise the full course will need to be retaken.

Modules & Skills Overview

  • Health & safety legislation • Common construction site hazards • Risk assessments & safe working practices • Manual handling • Working at height • Fire safety & emergency procedures • Occupational health awareness • Personal protective equipment (PPE)

  • Hazard awareness • Risk identification • Safe working practices • Understanding legal responsibilities • Correct use of PPE • Accident prevention • Improved safety awareness • Positive health & safety behaviour on site

  • Tutor-led learning • Interactive discussions • Practical examples & scenario-based activities • End-of-course CITB multiple-choice assessment

  • Qualifications Gained

    Gain the CITB Health & Safety Awareness (HSA) Certificate, valid for 5 years.

  • Suitable For

    Ideal for anyone new to construction, apprentices, labourers, or those needing a recognised health & safety qualification before starting work on site.

  • Course Duration

    A 1-day course, including the multiple-choice assessment.

  • Progression Opportunities

    A great first step towards gaining a CSCS Labourer Card and progressing onto CITB courses such as SSSTS or SMSTS.

  • Entry Requirements

    There are no formal entry requirements, although a basic understanding of English is recommended to complete the course and assessment.

  • Price

    Standard Rate: £175 + VAT per person
    Client / Group Rate: £150 + VAT per person

  • What To Bring

    Photo ID. Lunch is provided, please inform us of any allergies or dietary requirements. All other resources and materials will be provided.

  • Funding

    CITB grant eligible for qualifying employers.

  • Locations

    Available at our Plymouth and Bristol training centres, with the option to book us to come to your place of work or site.

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