Free Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment Course in Bath. Classes run at Bath College City Centre Campus, part-time during the day. This free health and safety in a construction environment course takes around one hour to complete. It covers the core safety knowledge required on construction sites, from hazard awareness to legal responsibilities. The course is assessed in the classroom. Employers in construction expect workers to hold a recognised health and safety in a construction environment qualification, and this City and Guilds Award is a widely accepted starting point.
Who this course is for
Do you want a clear pathway into construction? Construction skills are in high demand, and this course gives you a recognised qualification to take the first step. You'll build confidence, gain practical skills for professional construction work, and develop employability skills to help you get your first job. And this course is FREE, so you can get site-ready at no cost. Please see the funding information below for more details. Why should you take this course? If you want a clear pathway to construction work, with hands-on experience in a supportive environment, this course is ideal for beginners. - Attend a real interview with a local employer, giving you a chance of employment. - Practice mock interviews and improve your CV to prepare for job applications. - Gain practical experience for professional construction work. - Build confidence with industry-standard tools. - Get a qualification and a Green CSCS card to show you're ready to work on-site.
Entry requirements
You don't need any construction experience or qualifications to start, so this is the perfect first step for your career. To qualify, you must be unemployed or earning less than £25,000 per year.
What you will learn
You'll identify common hazards found on construction sites.
You'll understand your legal duties as a worker under health and safety law.
You'll recognise the responsibilities of employers and employees on site.
You'll learn how to report accidents, incidents, and near misses.
You'll understand the importance of personal protective equipment (PPE).
You'll identify safe working practices to reduce risk on site.
How you will learn
You'll attend a classroom session at Bath College City Centre Campus. Learning is delivered face to face. Assessment is by a short written test or multiple-choice questions, as required by the City and Guilds specification. The session takes around one hour.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bath College City Centre Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Construction labourer. Entry-level site work requiring basic safety knowledge.
Groundworker. Outdoor civil engineering and groundworks roles.
Bricklayer's mate. Assisting qualified bricklayers on site.
Painter and decorator. Interior and exterior finishing work.
Construction site operative. General duties across residential and commercial sites.
What you could study next
Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace (City and Guilds). Broadens your safety knowledge beyond construction.
Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace. A step up for those taking on more site responsibility.
CSCS Green Card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme). Many construction employers require a CSCS card. This Level 1 Award supports your application for a Labourer card.
Level 2 NVQ in a construction trade. Moves you toward skilled-worker status in carpentry, bricklaying, or another trade.
