SSSTS Training in Nottingham – £199 Live Online

Course overview

The gap between being a skilled tradesperson and being the person responsible for a crew’s safety is wider than a job title suggests. The moment you start directing others on a construction site, the law, your principal contractor, and the people working under you all expect you to understand duties you may never have been formally trained on. The CITB Site Supervisors’ Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) is the two-day qualification built to close that gap, and we deliver it live online so supervisors across Nottingham and the wider East Midlands can gain it without stepping away from their projects for longer than the course itself takes.

What the SSSTS Is

The Site Supervisors’ Safety Training Scheme is the construction industry’s standard entry-level safety qualification for supervisory staff. It is a two-day programme aimed squarely at the people who oversee work as it happens, rather than those who plan and control whole projects. It is recognised by CITB and endorsed by the UK Contractors Group (UKCG), which is why so many main contractors and clients operating in Nottingham and across the region name a current SSSTS as a minimum condition for anyone taking on a supervisory role on their sites.

It is worth being clear about where the SSSTS sits, because the two courses are often confused. The SSSTS is for supervisors and first-line managers; the five-day SMSTS is the qualification for site managers and agents who carry overall responsibility for planning, organising and controlling a project. If you supervise a team or a work area, the SSSTS is the course written for you. Many people take it first and progress to the SMSTS later, as their responsibilities grow.

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for anyone who supervises, or is about to supervise, others on a construction or civil engineering site. If you direct a gang, run the daily briefing, or hold first-line responsibility for how work is carried out, the SSSTS is written for your role. It suits:

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

No previous safety qualifications are required to attend. If you are about to pick up supervisory duties and want to walk onto your next East Midlands project already holding the certificate your contractor expects, this is the course that gets you there.

What the Course Covers

Over the two days, an experienced tutor works through the health and safety knowledge a supervisor genuinely uses, framed around the decisions you make on site rather than legislation recited in the abstract. The programme is interactive and discussion-led, so you leave able to act on what you have learned. Key topics include:

• Health and safety law and the supervisor’s specific legal responsibilities
• The supervisor’s role in maintaining a safe site and a positive safety culture
• Risk assessments and method statements, and how to brief them to your team
• Carrying out effective site inductions and toolbox talks
• Monitoring site activities and recognising when unsafe work must be stopped
• Understanding and communicating safe systems of work
• How your decisions as a supervisor affect the people working under you

Because the class is delivered live, you can put questions to your tutor as they occur, raise real situations from your own Nottingham sites, and hear how other supervisors handle the same challenges. That two-way interaction is exactly what separates a proper SSSTS class from a recorded module you click through on your own.

Course Structure and Assessment

The SSSTS runs as a two-day live online class from 08:30 to 16:00, finishing at 4pm on each day. It is delivered over a genuine video link, so you learn in real time from a qualified instructor who is present throughout to answer questions and work through examples with the group, just as they would in a physical classroom. A classroom option is also available if you would rather attend in person.

To achieve the qualification you must attend both days in full, take part in the group exercises and discussions, and pass a short assessment at the end of the course. Our SSSTS courses carry a 98% pass rate, and that figure reflects how the material is taught: worked through with you across the two days, tied to real site scenarios, and reinforced as you go rather than crammed in at the end. By the time you reach the final assessment, you have already tested your understanding through the practical exercises, so if you engage fully with the sessions you will be well placed to pass first time.

On successful completion you receive the CITB Site Safety Plus SSSTS certificate, which is valid for five years. To keep it current, you complete a one-day SSSTS Refresher before the expiry date, which brings your knowledge up to date with any changes in legislation and best practice and renews the certificate for a further five years. We can help you plan your refresher when the time comes, so your qualification never lapses between jobs.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal prerequisites, and no prior safety qualifications are needed to book. The one requirement to be aware of is language: the course is taught in English and the assessment is sat in English, so all delegates need a good standard of spoken and written English to take part fully and complete the exam. Some experience in the construction industry helps to put the content in context, but it is not mandatory, which makes the course well suited to tradespeople across the East Midlands moving into supervision for the first time.

For the live online class you will also need a computer, laptop or tablet with a webcam and microphone, both of which are built into most modern devices, plus a reasonable internet connection. If you have ever joined a video call, you already have the skills you need. If you are unsure whether the course is right for you, contact our team before booking and we will happily advise.

Why Train Online from Nottingham

Nottingham sits at the heart of a busy East Midlands construction economy, with commercial, residential, refurbishment and civils work steadily under way across the city and the surrounding towns. For contractors working across the region, demand for supervisors who hold a current SSSTS is constant, and taking a competent person off site for two days to travel to a fixed training venue is rarely convenient for anyone involved.

Delivering the SSSTS as a live online class removes that friction entirely. Supervisors anywhere in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and across the East Midlands can qualify from home, from the site office, or from wherever suits, with no commute across the city, no parking to find and no travel costs to recover on top of the course fee. A team spread across several sites can attend the same class without everyone converging on one location on the same day. You still get the full live experience: a real tutor teaching in real time, group discussion, and the chance to ask questions as they come to you. It is the same qualification and the same standard that the region’s contractors recognise, delivered in a way that fits how construction in the East Midlands actually works.

The technology side is genuinely straightforward. We send clear joining instructions in advance and are on hand to help if you need a moment to get set up, and your course materials are provided in a simple downloadable format for you to keep and refer back to on site long after the class has finished.

Pricing

The SSSTS course is £199 for the live online class, the option most Nottingham supervisors choose for its convenience and value. If you would prefer to attend in person, a classroom option is available at £279. Both routes lead to exactly the same CITB Site Safety Plus SSSTS certificate, valid for five years; the only difference is how you attend. The online option is the most cost-effective way to certificate an East Midlands supervisor, because it saves the time and expense of travel on top of the fee, and there are no hidden extras.

How to Book

Booking your place takes only a few minutes. Choose the live online SSSTS course, select a date that suits you, and reserve your place online; we will send your joining instructions and course materials ahead of the class. If you are arranging training 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. With demand for qualified supervisors across Nottingham and the East Midlands as steady as it is, booking ahead is the surest way to secure the date you want.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to travel to a venue in Nottingham?

No. The course is delivered as a live online video-link class, so you can join from anywhere in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire or the wider East Midlands. 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 Nottingham 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 (UKCG), so principal contractors accept it on sites across Nottingham and throughout the UK exactly as they would a classroom-delivered certificate.

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, so it is worth setting the time aside clear of site commitments.

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 Nottingham 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 delivered in English. Some construction experience is useful but not mandatory, which makes the course suitable for East Midlands tradespeople stepping into a supervisory role for the first time.

Can I train several supervisors from my company at once?

Yes. Because the course is delivered online, supervisors based across different Nottingham and East Midlands sites can all attend the same class without travelling to one location. If you are booking for a group, contact our team and we will help you arrange dates and places to suit your workload.

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.