SSSTS Training in Manchester – £199 Live Online

Course overview

Stepping up to supervise a crew on a Manchester construction site means taking on a duty of care that the law, your principal contractor, and your own team all expect you to understand. The CITB Site Supervisors’ Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) is the two-day qualification built for exactly that moment. Delivered live online, our Manchester SSSTS course lets supervisors across the city and the wider North West gain a nationally recognised health and safety credential without losing days to travel or sitting in an unfamiliar classroom.

This is a genuine, tutor-led course run in real time over a video link, not a self-paced recording. You join a scheduled class from 08:30 and finish by 16:00 (4pm) on each of the two days, working through the material alongside your instructor and other delegates exactly as you would in a physical training room. A classroom option is also available if you prefer to attend in person.

What is the SSSTS and why does it matter in Manchester?

The Site Supervisors’ Safety Training Scheme is the construction industry’s standard entry-level supervisory safety qualification. It is recognised by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) and endorsed by the UK Contractors Group (UKCG), which means the certificate is accepted on sites run by the country’s major contractors. For anyone supervising work in Greater Manchester’s busy construction and civil engineering sectors, holding a valid SSSTS is frequently a contractual condition of setting foot on site as a supervisor.

Manchester and the surrounding boroughs support a large and varied construction workforce, from city-centre commercial and residential developments to infrastructure, refurbishment, and civils work across the North West. Supervisors moving between projects and principal contractors benefit from a portable, widely understood qualification, and the SSSTS is precisely that. It signals to employers, clients, and site management teams that you understand your legal duties and can help maintain a safe, compliant working environment.

Who is the Manchester SSSTS course for?

This course is aimed at people who supervise, or are about to supervise, others on a construction or civil engineering site. If you direct a crew, sign off toolbox talks, or carry first-line responsibility for how work is planned and carried out, the SSSTS is written for your role. It suits:

• Site supervisors and first-line managers
• Gangers, foremen, and team leaders with safety responsibilities
• Tradespeople stepping up into a supervisory position
• Anyone responsible for delivering site inductions and toolbox talks
• Supervisors working across construction and civil engineering
• Experienced operatives whose employer needs them formally certificated

It is worth being clear about where the SSSTS sits. It is the two-day qualification for supervisors and first-line managers. If you are a site manager or agent responsible for planning, organising, and controlling whole projects, the qualification you need is the five-day SMSTS instead. Many people progress from SSSTS to SMSTS as their responsibilities grow, and we run both.

What the course covers

Across the two days, your tutor works through the health and safety knowledge a supervisor needs to apply on a live site. The programme is practical and discussion-led rather than a dry recital of legislation, so you leave able to act on what you have learned. Key topics include:

• Health and safety law and the supervisor’s legal responsibilities
• The supervisor’s role in maintaining a positive health and safety culture
• Risk assessments and method statements, and how to use them on site
• Carrying out effective site inductions and toolbox talks
• Monitoring site activities and stopping unsafe work
• Understanding and communicating safe systems of work
• Managing high-risk activities such as working at height and excavations
• Occupational health, welfare, and behavioural safety on site
• Reporting, recording, and learning from incidents and near misses

Because the class is delivered live, you can ask questions, raise scenarios from your own projects, and hear how other supervisors handle the same challenges. That real-time interaction is what separates a proper SSSTS class from a recorded module.

Course structure and assessment

The SSSTS runs over two consecutive days, each session running from 08:30 to 16:00. You will need to attend both days in full, take part in the group tasks and discussions, and complete the exercises your tutor sets throughout the course. Assessment is by continuous participation together with a final examination at the end of the second day.

Our delegates achieve a 98% pass rate, which reflects both the quality of the instruction and the interactive format. Your tutor prepares you steadily across the two days, so by the time you reach the final assessment you have already tested your understanding through the practical exercises. If you engage fully with the sessions, you will be well placed to pass first time.

Entry requirements

There are no formal prerequisites to book. You do not need any prior safety qualifications to attend. The one firm requirement is a good standard of spoken and written English, because the course is taught in English and the examination paper is written in English. Some construction experience is helpful but is not mandatory.

For the live online class you will also need a computer, laptop, or tablet with a webcam and microphone (both are built into most modern devices) and a reasonable internet connection. If you have ever joined a video call, you already have the skills you need. We send clear joining instructions in advance and are on hand to help if you have any trouble getting set up.

Why train online from Manchester?

Delivering the SSSTS as a live online class removes the friction that often makes booking training a hassle. Supervisors anywhere in Manchester, Greater Manchester, and across the North West can qualify from home, from a site office, or from anywhere with a quiet space and a stable connection. There is no commute into a city-centre venue, no parking to sort out, and no overnight stay if you are working out towards the edges of the region.

That matters on a live project. Losing a supervisor to travel for two days is disruptive, and the online format keeps that disruption to a minimum. It is the same syllabus, the same CITB-recognised certificate, and the same live tutor you would get in a classroom, delivered in a way that fits around the realities of the North West construction schedule. For teams spread across multiple Greater Manchester sites, it also means you can certificate several supervisors without pulling them all into one location on the same day.

Pricing

The live online SSSTS course is £199. If you would rather attend in person, the classroom course is £279. Both routes lead to exactly the same CITB Site Safety Plus SSSTS certificate, so the choice comes down to how you prefer to learn. The online option is the most cost-effective way to certificate a Manchester supervisor, and it saves the additional cost and time of travel on top of the course fee.

Your certificate and renewal

On passing, you are awarded the CITB Site Safety Plus SSSTS certificate. It is recognised across the UK construction industry and is valid for five years. To keep your certification current, you complete a one-day SSSTS Refresher before it expires, which brings you up to date with any changes to legislation and best practice and issues a fresh five-year certificate. We can help you plan your refresher when the time comes so your qualification never lapses between projects.

How to book your Manchester SSSTS course

Booking is straightforward. Choose an upcoming date that suits you, reserve your place online, and we will send your joining instructions and course materials ahead of the class. If you are booking for several supervisors, or you want advice on whether SSSTS or SMSTS is the right fit for a particular role, get in touch and our team will talk it through with you. Secure your place on the live online SSSTS course today and give your supervisors the recognised safety qualification that Manchester and North West sites expect.

Frequently asked questions

Do I have to travel to a venue in Manchester?

No. The course is delivered as a live online video-link class, so you can join from anywhere in Manchester, Greater Manchester, or the wider North West. All you need is a device with a webcam and microphone and a stable internet connection. If you would specifically prefer a physical classroom, we also offer a classroom option at £279.

Is the online SSSTS certificate recognised on Manchester construction sites?

Yes. Whether you take the course online or in a classroom, you receive the same CITB Site Safety Plus SSSTS certificate. It is recognised by CITB and endorsed by the UK Contractors Group, so it is accepted on sites across Greater Manchester and throughout the UK exactly as a classroom-delivered certificate would be.

How long is the SSSTS course and what are the hours?

The SSSTS is a two-day course. Each day runs live from 08:30 and finishes by 16:00 (4pm). You need to attend both days in full to complete the assessment and gain your certificate.

What is the difference between SSSTS and SMSTS?

The SSSTS is the two-day qualification for site supervisors and first-line managers. The SMSTS is the five-day qualification for site managers and agents who plan, organise, and control whole projects. If you supervise a crew, the SSSTS is the right course; if you manage a site, you need the SMSTS. Many Manchester supervisors take the SSSTS first and move on to the SMSTS as they progress.

How long is my SSSTS certificate valid?

Your SSSTS certificate is valid for five years. To renew it, you complete a one-day SSSTS Refresher before the expiry date, which updates you on current legislation and best practice and issues a new five-year certificate.

Do I need any qualifications or experience before I book?

No prior safety qualifications are required. The only firm requirement is a good standard of spoken and written English, as the course and the exam are in English. Some construction experience is useful but not mandatory, which makes the course suitable for tradespeople across the North West stepping into a supervisory role for the first time.

How much does the SSSTS course cost in Manchester?

The live online SSSTS course is £199, and the in-person classroom course is £279. Both lead to the same CITB-recognised certificate. The online option is the most cost-effective choice for Manchester supervisors because it also saves the time and expense of travelling to a venue.

Modules breakdown

Our comprehensive SSSTS training covers the following key areas:

Health and Safety Law

• Current legislation affecting construction supervision
• Legal responsibilities of supervisors on site
• Understanding Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) requirements
• Health and safety regulations specific to construction activities
• Consequences of non-compliance for individuals and companies

Risk Management

• Principles of risk assessment
• Understanding and implementing method statements
• Delivering method statement briefings for workers
• Managing common site hazards effectively
• Control measures for various construction activities
• Managing hazardous substances

Supervisory Responsibilities

• The supervisor’s role in safety management
• Building and maintaining a positive safety culture
• Identifying and addressing bad practice
• Effective communication techniques
• Managing subcontractors and visitors
• Conducting site inductions and safety briefings

Practical Safety Management

• Planning for site safety
• Conducting effective toolbox talks
• Safety inspection procedures
• Accident reporting and investigation
• Record-keeping requirements
• Promoting safety awareness among workers

Health and Wellbeing

• Occupational health concerns in construction
• Behavioural safety approaches
• Managing workplace stress
• Noise, vibration and dust exposure
• Manual handling best practices
• Worker welfare requirements

Environmental Issues

• Environmental responsibilities on site
• Waste management and reduction
• Energy efficiency considerations
• Pollution prevention
• Sustainable construction practices
• Regulatory compliance

Course Structure

The CITB SSSTS course is delivered over two consecutive days through our professional remote learning platform:

• Led by experienced instructors with extensive construction backgrounds
• Interactive sessions with fellow construction professionals
• Comprehensive digital training materials provided
• Practical scenarios and case studies
• Group discussions and knowledge-sharing opportunities

Full attendance across both days is required to qualify for the examination. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical application to ensure relevance to daily supervisory duties.