Free Level 1 Health and Safety in Construction Course in Wirral. Classes run at Bebington Skills Centre, daytime with flexible attendance. No specific skills are required to start. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. The course covers the health and safety knowledge you need to work safely on construction sites. PPE is provided at no cost to you. The course typically takes 10 months.
Who this course is for
For young people wanting to start a career in Construction
Entry requirements
No specific skills required.
What you will learn
You'll identify common hazards found on construction sites.
You'll understand your legal responsibilities for health and safety at work.
You'll learn how to use personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly.
You'll recognise safe working practices for different construction tasks.
You'll understand how to report accidents and near misses.
You'll learn the procedures for working safely in and around excavations, at height, and with equipment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Bebington Skills Centre. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC Award is assessed through internally assessed assignments and tasks. There are no formal written exams. Your work is marked by the centre and verified by Pearson Edexcel to confirm you've met the required standard.
What you will need to bring
PPE is provided as part of this course. The centre will provide most other materials. Bebington Skills Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Construction labourer. Entry-level site work once you hold a health and safety in construction qualification.
Groundworker. Outdoor civil engineering and groundworks roles.
Construction operative. General site tasks across housebuilding and commercial projects.
Demolition operative. Controlled site clearance work requiring safety awareness.
Highways maintenance worker. Road and infrastructure maintenance on public networks.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment (Pearson Edexcel). Builds on this course and deepens your knowledge for site roles.
CSCS Green Card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme). Many sites require a CSCS card to work on them. A Level 1 health and safety in construction certificate supports your application.
Level 2 NVQ in a construction trade such as bricklaying, carpentry, or plastering. Moves you toward a skilled-worker role on site.
