Overview: Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment
The Health and Safety in Construction Environment Course is designed to provide those who are new to the construction industry, who wish to apply for a CSCS, with the practice skills, knowledge and credentials to work safely and competently in their field.
Each year in the UK, people are killed, injured and suffer work-related illnesses while carrying out their jobs. This course includes essential health and safety information and guidelines, UK laws and legislation, as well as the different work-related illnesses and injuries. It covers basic electric, gas and fire safety training, the types of PPE, how to work safely with hazardous chemicals, and other key topics.
By the end of the Level 1 Health and Safety in Construction course, you will be able to accurately assess and identify on-site hazards, evaluate workplace safety, and ensure full competence when carrying out high-risk tasks such as working at height. You will also be fully equipped with the knowledge needed to apply for a CSCS and work diligently in any construction environment.
- Accredited, quality CPD training
- Instant e-certificate
- Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
- Course material developed by qualified professionals
- Self-paced learning accessible via laptop, tablet and smartphone
- 24/7 Learning assistance and tutor support
- Discounts on bulk purchases
Sneak Peek of Level 1 Health and Safety in Construction Environment
Who should take the course
The Online Level 1 Health and Safety in Construction Environment course is designed for those working on construction sites and is a requirement for those wishing to apply for a CSCS. In accordance with CITB, anyone who is a labourer on a construction site must be a CSCS Green Card Holder.
Learning Outcomes Of Health and Safety in Construction Level 1 Course
By the end of the Level 1 Construction Health and safety course, learners will be able to:
- Demonstrate solid knowledge of fire, electricity and gas safety
- Understand the legal aspects of health and safety in construction
- Assess the safety of a workplace and conduct a health & safety risk assessment
- Identify the types of PPE required for different construction tasks and understand their correct use
- Work with chemicals, heavy loads and other on-site hazards safely and competently
- Understand the legal responsibilities of both employers and employees in regard to workplace health & safety
- Identify working at height and slip, trip and fall hazards in the workplace
- Comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act, HSE laws and COSHH regulations
- Implement a safe system of work that incorporates all risk control measures
Certification
Once you’ve successfully completed your Health and Safety in Construction Environment course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.
Course Curriculum
Health and Safety in a Construction Environment – Introduction to the Course
Introduction to the Health and Safety Protocols at a Construction Site
Hazards, Risks, Assessment and Controls
Slips, Trips, Falls and Working at Height
Manual Handling
Plant and Machinery
Respiratory Risks
Fire, Electricity and Gas Safety
Chemical Hazard and Worksite Hygiene
Vehicles, PPE and General Safety
