Overview

The SSSTS Refresher Course is designed for individuals who have previously completed the CITB SSSTS course and need to renew their certification.

This one-day course ensures that site supervisors stay up to date with the latest health & safety regulations, industry standards, and best practices within the construction sector.

Important: You must complete this refresher before your SSSTS certificate expires (within 5 years).

Why Take the SSSTS Refresher?

The construction industry is constantly evolving, with new regulations and safety practices being introduced regularly. This refresher course helps you:

✔ Maintain a valid SSSTS qualification
✔ Stay compliant with current UK health & safety laws
✔ Refresh your knowledge of site supervision responsibilities
✔ Improve workplace safety and reduce risks
✔ Continue working in supervisory roles

Course Details

• Course Duration: 1 Day

• Certification Validity: 5 Years

• Course Type: Classroom or Online (Virtual Learning)

• Assessment: Multiple-choice test at the end of the course

Upon successful completion, you will receive an updated SSSTS certificate accredited by CITB.

What You Will Learn

This refresher course revisits key topics and introduces updated guidance, including:

Core Areas

• Health & Safety Laws and Updates

• Duties of a Site Supervisor

• Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)

• Tool Box Talks & Site Communication

• Accident Prevention and Reporting

Updated Practices

• Changes in legislation

• Behavioural safety

• Environmental responsibilities

• Managing site risks effectively

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is suitable for:

• Site Supervisors

• Team Leaders

• Foremen

• Individuals whose SSSTS certificate is about to expire

If your certificate has already expired, you will need to take the full SSSTS course again, not the refresher.

Entry Requirements

To enroll in the SSSTS Refresher course:

• You must hold a valid SSSTS certificate

• The certificate must be within its 5-year validity period

• Basic understanding of English (reading, writing, and speaking)

Assessment & Certification

• Continuous assessment throughout the course

• Final multiple-choice exam

• Certification issued upon successful completion

Your renewed certificate will be valid for another 5 years.

Benefits of SSSTS Refresher

✔ Keeps your qualification active
✔ Enhances your supervisory skills
✔ Improves site safety performance
✔ Boosts career progression opportunities
✔ Recognized across the UK construction industry