Free Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment Course in Corby. Classes run at Workpays Corby, with daytime attendance on a flexible schedule. The course covers health and safety knowledge specific to the construction environment, and includes practice online tests to help you prepare for the CSCS card test. You'll also work on employability skills and get support finding work after you finish. The course runs for 54 hours in total.
Who this course is for
At Workpays we work with candidates to develop knowledge of the construction environment, review employability skills and complete practice online tests to help candidates to achieve the CSCS card. We will also provide support to help candidates achieve employment following the completion of the course.
Entry requirements
A desire to work within the construction industry. A good level for English and maths at Level 1 is also required but you no not need to hold a formal qualification.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of health and safety rules and responsibilities on construction sites.
You'll learn how to identify common hazards and risks in the construction environment.
You'll understand the legal duties that apply to workers and employers in construction.
You'll practise online tests to prepare for the CSCS card test.
You'll review and build your employability skills for the construction sector.
You'll learn how to work safely with others on site.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Workpays Corby, with tutor-led sessions and practice online tests built into the course. Assessment for the Pearson Edexcel BTEC Award is based on the knowledge you demonstrate through the course. The online test practice is a core part of how the course is structured, giving you repeated opportunities to check your understanding before assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Corby will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Labourer: entry-level site work once you hold a CSCS card.
Construction operative: general duties across residential and commercial sites.
Groundworker: drainage, foundations, and groundworks on construction projects.
Demolition operative: site clearance and demolition work requiring site safety knowledge.
Stores and materials handler: receiving and managing materials on construction sites.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment (Pearson Edexcel) - the next step up, covering health and safety in more depth for those moving into skilled roles.
Level 1 or Level 2 Functional Skills in English or Maths - useful if you want to strengthen the literacy and numeracy skills employers look for.
NVQ Level 2 in a construction trade - once you're working on site, an NVQ supports your route to a CSCS skilled-worker card.
