Free CSCS Health and Safety Course in Market Harborough
CostFREE
Duration54 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment Course in Market Harborough. Classes run at Workpays Market Harborough. You'll study health and safety knowledge specific to the construction environment, review employability skills, and complete practice online tests to help you prepare for the CSCS card. The course runs over 54 hours with daytime classes. A working level of English and maths is required, though no formal qualification is needed. Support with finding employment after the course is also included.
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 in the construction environment.
You'll learn how to identify common hazards on construction sites.
You'll understand the legal requirements that apply to health and safety in construction work.
You'll practise online tests in the format used for the CSCS card assessment.
You'll review and strengthen your employability skills for the construction sector.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom at Workpays Market Harborough. You'll take part in tutor-led sessions covering health and safety knowledge and complete practice online tests as part of your preparation. Assessment is through the online test format aligned to CSCS card requirements. Flexible daytime attendance means you can fit the 54-hour course around your schedule.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Market Harborough will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Labourer: entry-level construction site work once you hold a CSCS card.
Construction operative: general duties across a range of site environments.
Groundworker: foundations, drainage, and groundworks on construction projects.
Demolition operative: site clearance and demolition work requiring site safety knowledge.
Stores and materials handler: managing supplies and stock on construction sites.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment (Pearson Edexcel) - deepens your health and safety knowledge for more skilled site roles.
Level 2 NVQ in a construction trade (such as bricklaying, carpentry, or groundwork) - the practical qualification you'll need to progress toward a CSCS skilled-worker card.
Functional Skills English and Maths Level 2 - strengthens your English and maths if you want to move into supervisory or further training routes.
