CITB SMSTS Refresher (2 Days)

Course Details

Overview of the CITB SMSTS-R Course The CITB Site Managers Safety Training Scheme course is designed for delegates who have previously passed the full Site management safety training scheme (SMSTS) course or subsequent refresher course, and can provide proof of attendance. It aims to bring health and safety knowledge up-to-date, as well as giving a thorough overview of the legislative changes and their impact in the workplace. The course provides an opportunity to revisit the wide range of topics from the previous five-day course. Entry requirements The refresher course is only for delegates who have previously passed the five-day SMSTS or subsequent refresher course, and hold a valid SMSTS certificate. Evidence must be provided to the training provider of their eligibility. Assessment Successful completion of the course requires the delegate to pass an exam paper at the end of the course. The paper consists of 25 questions, selected by CITB, covering all aspects of the course. The exam paper must be taken at the end of the course. Each paper has: • 18 multiple choice questions (each worth one mark) • 7 questions in multi-response or short written answer format (each worth two marks) The exam pass mark is 81% (26 out of 32). The exam lasts for 35 minutes and must be completed within this time under exam conditions. Delegates are permitted to use the Construction site safety – The comprehensive guide (GE700) publication for the last 15 minutes of the exam. Length of Course This is a two-day course. Delegates are required to complete the full course (15 hours) to be eligible for certification. The course aims to bring health and safety knowledge up-to-date, as well as giving a thorough overview of the legislative changes and their impact in the workplace. The course provides an opportunity to revisit the wide range of topics from the previous five-day course.