Course overview
The Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) is a highly regarded CITB qualification for construction professionals who plan, manage, or coordinate on-site activities. Recognised by principal contractors, developers, and public sector clients across Cambridge and the UK, it provides a solid grounding in legal duties, risk control, and modern best practice.
The course is delivered in an online live classroom with a CITB-approved trainer, giving you real-time interaction, structured group work, and direct tutor support from any suitable location. This virtual format reflects the structure and engagement of a traditional classroom while offering the flexibility needed by busy construction professionals working across multiple sites.
For organisations with six or more delegates, we can also provide the full SMSTS programme on site at your Cambridge workplace. Both delivery options follow the complete CITB syllabus and lead to the same nationally recognised SMSTS certificate.
- Live tutor-led sessions delivered via secure video conferencing
- Fully CITB-approved and equivalent to classroom-based delivery
- Well suited to managers working across Cambridge, Ely, Huntingdon, and the wider Cambridgeshire area
- Digital course materials supplied for easy access and revision
This flexible training model ensures a high-quality learning experience whether you choose online or on-site delivery.
Course Content & Overview
The SMSTS course covers a broad range of topics essential for safe and compliant site management, including:
- The Health and Safety at Work Act and supporting regulations
- Construction (Design and Management) – CDM Regulations
- Preparing and reviewing risk assessments and method statements
- Current safety standards and developments in industry best practice
- Behavioural safety and building a strong safety culture
- Managing occupational health and workforce wellbeing
- Electrical safety and awareness of temporary works
- Excavations, groundworks, and service detection risks
- Working at height and fall-prevention measures
- Scaffolding safety and inspection responsibilities
- Planning and managing demolition and other high-risk operations
- Confined spaces and emergency arrangements
The programme blends tutor-led input, practical case studies, group discussion, and applied exercises so you can confidently put your learning into practice on live construction sites.
Entry Requirements
This course is delivered in English only. Delegates must have a good standard of written and spoken English to take part fully and complete the assessments successfully. If you have any concerns about suitability, please contact us before booking.
Course Materials
All delegates receive the official CITB Construction Site Safety GE700 publication, along with additional handouts and online resources used during the course. These materials remain yours after training and act as valuable reference guides throughout your site management career.
Assessment
To successfully complete the SMSTS course, you will need to:
- Attend all five days of training
- Take part in group activities and live discussions
- Complete daily knowledge checks and short assessments
- Pass the final multiple-choice examination
This structured assessment approach helps ensure that you understand the key principles required to manage site safety confidently and competently.
Qualification & Renewal
On successful completion, you will receive the CITB Site Safety Plus SMSTS Certificate, which is valid for five years. This qualification is widely expected for supervisory and management roles across the UK construction industry.
To maintain your qualification, you must complete the 2-day SMSTS Refresher Course before your certificate expires.
What You’ll Need for Online Training
Joining the online SMSTS course is straightforward. You will need:
- A laptop or desktop computer (tablets may work but are not recommended)
- A stable internet connection
- A webcam (built-in or external)
- A microphone or headset for clear communication
Getting started is simple—click your access link, check your webcam and audio, and you are ready to join the virtual classroom. Our support team is available before the course begins to help with any technical issues.
Tutors
Our Cambridge SMSTS courses are delivered by experienced CITB-approved trainers with strong backgrounds in construction, site management, and health and safety. Their practical insight, clear explanations, and engaging delivery help ensure meaningful, relevant learning you can use on site straight away.
CITB Grants Available
If your employer is registered with the CITB Levy, you may be able to claim £240 in grant funding towards the cost of your SMSTS course (subject to CITB approval).
Grant process:
Delegates will need to provide:
- Company name
- Registered business address
- CITB Levy number
Once approved, grant payments are made directly by CITB to the employer following successful course completion.
Group Booking Discounts
We offer a 25% discount for group bookings of three or more participants. This provides excellent value for organisations looking to upskill several managers and standardise safety practices across multiple projects.
In-House Training
We can deliver in-house SMSTS training at your workplace or construction site anywhere in Cambridge or the wider Cambridgeshire region. This option is available for groups of six or more delegates and is ideal for teams learning together in a familiar environment.
Requirements include:
- A minimum of 6 delegates
- A suitable training room with appropriate facilities
Location – SMSTS Training in Cambridge
Our SMSTS training is suitable for delegates travelling from across Cambridge and surrounding areas, including:
- Cambridge City Centre
- Ely
- Huntingdon
- St Neots
- Newmarket
- Royston
- Saffron Walden
- St Ives
- Soham
- Godmanchester
Training is delivered online, or on-site for groups of six or more delegates.
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Secure your place on our upcoming SMSTS Course in Cambridge today, or contact our team for help with online delivery, group bookings, or CITB funding.
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