Free Level 1 Health and Safety in Construction Course in Kettering. Classes run at Kettering Learning Centre, part-time during the day. The course runs over one year, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll cover the key health and safety rules that apply on construction sites, helping you understand your responsibilities and stay safe at work. This is a recognised health and safety in construction qualification awarded by NOCN. It suits anyone looking to enter the construction sector or confirm their safety knowledge.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll identify the main hazards found in construction environments.
You'll understand your legal responsibilities for health and safety at work.
You'll learn how to report accidents, incidents, and near misses.
You'll recognise the importance of personal protective equipment (PPE).
You'll learn about fire safety and emergency procedures on construction sites.
You'll understand the risks of working at height and how controls are applied.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Kettering Learning Centre. Teaching covers health and safety theory through group discussion and tutor-led instruction. Assessment is through a written test or short-answer questions that check your understanding of construction health and safety rules. No practical placement is required for this Award.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kettering Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Construction labourer. Entry-level site work once safety knowledge is in place.
Groundworker. Outdoor construction work involving excavation and drainage.
Construction operative. General site tasks across residential and commercial projects.
Maintenance operative. Building upkeep roles where site safety rules apply.
Warehouse or logistics operative. Many employers value a health and safety in construction certificate for physical work roles.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment. A natural next step that builds on this qualification and is recognised for CSCS Green Card applications.
CSCS Green Card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme). Completing a Level 1 health and safety in construction qualification is a step toward applying for a CSCS card, which most construction sites require.
Level 2 NVQ in a construction trade. Once you have your safety foundation, a trade NVQ moves you toward skilled site work.
