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2015/16 Course Programme
Your local training provider
CITB your local

construction training provider
As the training arm of CITB, the National Construction College is uniquely focused
on creating a highly skilled, safe and professional workforce.
We have eight regional campus locations with specialist facilities, such as scaffolding, plant
and roofing, plus a unique purpose-built tunnelling and underground construction facility in
Ilford. We also deliver most of our health and safety, leadership, and training and assessment
courses locally or on site across the UK. All of our instructors have valuable industry experience
and we can offer free professional advice on finding the right training for your company including
tailor-made training packages and in-house delivery.
Contents
l Specialist locations................................................................................. 4
l Your local support team....................................................................... 5
l Superb facilities....................................................................................... 6
l Who we work with.................................................................................. 7
l In-company and bespoke training..................................................... 7
l How to book a course.......................................................................... 8
l Setting the standard............................................................................... 9
l Course suitability.................................................................................. 10
l National Construction College Apprentice Awards.................. 16
l Apprenticeships................................................................................... 17
l Construction Apprenticeships......................................................... 19
l Specialist Apprenticeships................................................................ 25
l Plant Apprenticeships........................................................................ 29
l Access Apprenticeships.................................................................... 33
l Tunnelling Apprenticeships.............................................................. 34
l Assessment Services.......................................................................... 37
l Levelling, Surveying and Setting Out............................................. 42
Contents
l Roofing Apprenticeships................................................................... 26
l Construction and Specialist Building............................................. 45

l Health and Safety................................................................................. 57
l Leadership and Management.......................................................... 69
l Teaching, Instruction and Coaching............................................... 77
l Plant Maintenance............................................................................... 83
l Plant Operations.................................................................................. 87
l Scaffolding and Access....................................................................109
l Tunnelling and Underground Construction...............................123
You will receive top quality training and gain valuable

industry expertise. Our promise to you is to deliver a
workforce that is skilled, confident and has practical
experience, ensuring that you get a maximum return
on investment.
Andy Walder, Principal,
National Construction College
l Useful contact numbers..................................................................134

l Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG)....................................135
Statement of Service
l Index......................................................................................................136
Please note that grant information may change.
All information is correct at time of going to print.
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Specialist training requires specialist locations
Specialist locatons
Thats why weve developed state of the art, real-life training environments in scaffolding,
plant, roofing, tunnelling and underground construction at various locations across the
UK. This helps to ensure that trainees can incorporate their learning as soon as they get
back on site.
National Construction College (East)
National Construction College (Midlands)
National Construction College (South)
Bircham Newton, Kings Lynn, Norfolk PE31 6RH
83 Lifford Lane, Kings Norton, Birmingham B30 3JH
Manor Road, Erith, Kent DA8 2AD
Facilities
Construction Apprenticeships; Specialist Apprenticeships;
Plant Apprenticeships; Construction and Specialist
Building; Health and Safety; Leadership and
Management; Plant Maintenance; Scaffolding and
Access; Levelling and Setting Out.
Facilities
Construction Apprenticeships; Roofing Apprenticeships;
Construction and Specialist Building; Health and Safety;
Scaffolding and Access.
Facilities
Roofing Apprenticeships; Construction and Specialist
Building; Scaffolding and Access.
Telephone: 0344 994 4433

Fax: 0300 456 7997
Email: nationalconstruction.college@citb.co.uk
Parking: On site parking
Travelling times
1 hour 30 minutes from Peterborough
2 hours from Cambridge
3 hours from London
National Construction College (Scotland)
Telephone: 0300 456 5625

Fax: 0121 459 8330
Parking: Limited parking
Travelling times
15 minutes from Birmingham
25 minutes from Bromsgrove
40 minutes from Coventry
Telephone: 0300 456 5333

Fax: 01322 332 358
Travelling times
15 minutes from Dartford
45 minutes from Central London
1 hour and 15 minutes from Watford
National Construction College (Central)

in association with JCB
Tunnelling and Underground Construction

Academy (TUCA)
Ladyhole Lane, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 1LR
Lugg Approach, Ilford, London E12 5LN
Facilities
Construction Apprenticeships; Specialist Apprenticeships;
Plant Apprenticeships; Roofing Apprenticeships;
Leadership and Management; Plant Maintenance;
Scaffolding and Access; Levelling and Setting Out.
Facilities
Plant Operations.
Facilities
Tunnelling; Plant Maintenance; Plant Operations;
Health and Safety; Leadership and Management.
Telephone: 0344 994 8800

Fax: 0344 994 8801
4 Fountain Avenue, Inchinnan Business Park,

Inchinnan, Renfrewshire PA4 9RQ

Travelling times
20 minutes from Glasgow
50 minutes from Stirling
1 hour 20 minutes from Edinburgh
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Telephone: 0121 459 8000/0121 459 2948

Fax: 0121 459 2948
Travelling times
20 minutes from Derby
1 hour from Nottingham
1 hour 15 minutes from Birmingham
Telephone: 0203 197 5002

Website: tuca.ac.uk
Email: tuca.supportservices@citb.co.uk
Parking: Disabled parking only, no on site parking
available
Travelling times
15 minutes from Romford
25 minutes from Waltham Abbey
Your local support team

Our UK-wide team of Senior Training Co-ordinators (STCs)
can support and advise businesses wishing to make multiple
bookings or organise their own in-company or bespoke
training. The team can assist with providing advice and
guidance linked to the development and delivery of training
plans and give advice in relation to funding that may be
available to help offset costs.

(Waltham Forest)
Hollydown Way, Leytonstone, London E11 4DD
Telephone: 0208 539 8729

Fax: 0208 539 8729
John Woodfine 07867 141929

John.Woodfine@citb.co.uk
l Midlands region
l South West and South Wales region
Jo Bowditch 07824 607288
Jo.Bowditch@citb.co.uk
l
NCC Scotland
Parking: Limited parking
Kate Parkinson 07826 858589

Kate.Parkinson@citb.co.uk
Travelling times
45 minutes from Watford
45 minutes from St Albans
Coleg Menai
Coleg Menai, Lon Talwrn, Llangefni LL77 7HY
Facilities
Plant Operations.
Telephone: 01248 383323
Travelling times
25 minutes from Caernarfon
30 minutes from Bangor
35 minutes from Conwy
In addition to our fixed campuses,

we have a variety of flexible
locations to deliver your training.
l South Central region
Please contact us on 0344 994 4433, so that

we can put you in touch with your nearest
Senior Training Co-ordinator.
l Scotland
We also deliver
courses at this
location.
John Bissett 07826 858548

John.Bissett@citb.co.uk
Humber and
l Yorkshire,
North East region
Coleg Menai l
l
NCC Central
l
NCC East
l
NCC Midlands
TUCA
NCC Waltham Forest l l
l
NCC South
Karen Froggatt 07767 618563

Karen.Froggatt@citb.co.uk
Your local support team
l North West and North Wales region
Facilities
Plant Apprenticeships; Construction and Specialist
Building; Health and Safety; Scaffolding and Access.
l North Midlands region
Andrea Russell 07788 568224

Andrea.Russell@citb.co.uk
l East region
Andrea Lorking 07824 477677

Andrea.Lorking@citb.co.uk
l London and South East region

Iain Corcoran 07775 936594
Iain.Corcoran@citb.co.uk
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Superb facilities
Uniquely at the National Construction College, as well as our
own outstanding real life training environments, we also have
excellent accommodation and facilities for you.
Superb facilities
The National Construction College at Bircham Newton,

Kings Lynn, offers a range of en-suite bedrooms with a TV in
every room. You can also enjoy our campus dining facilities
including a restaurant for main meals, as well as a Costa
Coffee offering pastries and paninis along with a variety of
coffees and other beverages.
There is a bar, swimming pool and a fully equipped gym
on the campus along with a superb conference facility, The
Birches, offering meeting rooms and conference suites.
Our instructors
Our instructors are all construction experts
with years of work experience in the
industry. They are all extremely well
qualified, with excellent teaching
credentials and are dedicated
to providing you with the best
training, to continue to deliver
the skilled workforce
that is vital to our industry,
both now and in the future.
At CITB we work with thousands of employers every year, ranging from small
companies through to large multi-nationals. Here are just some of the organisations
who benefit from our products and services:
In-company and
bespoke training
We can provide training at your

companys premises or at any location
of your choice for a selection of courses.
We also offer tailored courses covering
everything from general construction
through to health and safety.
We work closely with you to identify
your needs and produce a bespoke
training programme which will ensure
that you get the maximum return on
your investment. We provide training for
all levels, from apprentices through to
senior managers.
Our Leadership and Management
Diagnostic Tool will enable us to identify
which management and supervisory skills
you need.
Who we work with and bespoke training
Who we work with
Please call us on 0344 994 4433 to

discuss your requirements.
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How to book a course

Online
General enquiries
Our website citb.co.uk/training provides the latest information

on course dates and special offers. Most of our courses can be
booked directly online.
We are also able to offer training advice and guidance on the

best options to meet your training needs, based on your personal
circumstances. Our friendly team of advisers are available (with
the exception of Bank Holidays):
By phone
How to book a course
For detailed information on CITB training courses provided by the

National Construction College and to book a course, call us on
0344 994 4433.
Monday to Thursday from 8am 5pm

Friday from 8am 4pm
A telephone answering service is available outside of these hours.
Email
Enquiries can also be made by emailing us at
nationalconstruction.college@citb.co.uk
Setting the standard

CITB and the National Construction College have received a wide range of industry
certifications and awards, demonstrating our commitment to delivering high standards.
National Construction College awards include:
ISO 9001:2008 Business Management System Certification
British Safety Council (2005, 2012 and 2013)
- Five Star Award for Health and Safety Management*
- Sword of Honour for Health and Safety Management
Setting the standard
Matrix Standard Certification for Information Advice and Guidance

OHSAS 18001:2007 Health and Safety Management System Certification
ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management System Certification
Recognised for Excellence
Equality and Diversity Award
Investors In People.
*By achieving a mark of 98 per cent in the British Safety Council (BSC) Five Star Health and Safety Audit, the National
Construction College Scotland gained one of the highest ever scores for this internationally recognised award.
Membership
We are members of the Association of Employment and Learning Providers (AELP) and
of the Association of Colleges (AoC).
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Who is suitable for which course

This Course Programme has a colour-coded box next to each
course to outline what level each course is best suited to.
New entrants/operatives
Assessment Service
On Site NVQ/SVQ Assessment Workshop
On Site NVQ/SVQ Assessment
Course
Plant Operations
suitability
Construction and Specialist

Building
Levelling for Construction
Introduction to Setting Out
Intermediate Surveying and Setting Out
Advanced Surveying and Setting Out
including GPS
New Roads and Street Works Act
(NRSWA) 1991 Operatives
(NRSWA) 1991 Refresher
(NRSWA) 1991 Additional modules
Excavation Support for Timber Trenches
and Shafts
Excavation Support Using Hydraulic
Proprietary Shoring
EUSR Utilities Excavation Support
Categories 3 and 4
Category 5
Safe Entry into Confined Spaces
New Entrants/Graduates Core Trade
Awareness
Abrasive Wheels
External Wall Insulation (EWI) Pre-Course

(Novices/New Entrants)
External Wall Insulation (EWI) Boarder
Installer
External Wall Insulation (EWI) Render/
Finisher
Passive House Tradesperson Accredited
Course
Health and Safety

Health and Safety Awareness
Occupational Health Stay Well at Work
Asbestos Awareness
Plant Maintenance
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)
Welding Techniques
Test and Inspection
Track and Undercarriage Inspection
Loading and Movement of Trailers and
Mobile Towable Units
Plant Operations
Slinger/Signaller CPCS Code A40
Tower Crane CPCS Code A04
Endorsement A Trolley Jib B Luffing Jib
Mobile Crane CPCS Code A60 All Duties
Crawler Crane CPCS Code A02
Endorsement B All Duties
Pedestrian Operated Tower Crane
CPCS Code A63
Crane Supervisor CPCS Code A62
Appointed Person (Lifting Operations)
CPCS Code A61
Lorry Loader CPCS Code A36
Endorsement A Hook
Management of Lifting Operations in
Construction
Excavator 180 Wheeled CPCS Code A12
Above 5 Tonnes (including A10 Below
5 Tonnes)
Excavator 360 Tracked CPCS Code A59
Above 10 Tonnes
Mini Excavator CPCS Code A58
Below 10 Tonnes
Lifting with Excavators CPCS Code A59C
Safe Use of Quick Hitches
Dump Truck Articulated Chassis CPCS
Code A56 Endorsement B All sizes
Forward Tipping Dumpers Wheeled
CPCS Code A09
Telescopic Handler CPCS Code A17

Endorsement C (All Sizes Excluding
360 Slew)
Wheeled Loading Shovel CPCS Code A21
Ride On Road Roller CPCS Code A31
Eco Operator
Excavator Banksman Roles and
Responsibilities
Plant and Vehicle Marshaller
CPCS Code A73
Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs)
IPAF
PAL+ Card
Managing and Co-ordinating Plant (MCP)
Refresher
CPCS Tester
NVQ/SVQ Assessment and Verification
Service
CISRS Operative Training Scheme (COTS)

CISRS Scaffolding Part 1 Tube and
Fitting or System Scaffold
CISRS Scaffolding Part 2 Tube and
Fitting or System Scaffold
CISRS Advanced Scaffolding
CISRS Two-day Product Knowledge
Courses
CISRS Level 2 Practical Skills Assessment
(Scaffolder) Tube and Fitting or System
Scaffold
CISRS Experienced Worker Practical
Assessment Route (EWPAR) Scaffolding
Advanced Level 3 CISRS Practical Skills
Assessment
CISRS Basic Access System Erector
PASMA (Mobile Towers)
CISRS Scaffolding Inspection Training
Scheme (SITS)
CISRS Advanced Scaffolding Inspection
Training Scheme (Advanced SITS)
TG20:13 Principal Changes
Tunnelling and Underground

Construction
Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) Training
and Assessment
Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) Concrete
Technology for Operatives
Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) Waterproof
Membrane Awareness
Tunnel Safety Card (TSC) Training and Test
Trailer Mounted Concrete Pump/
Pressurised Systems
Pressurised Systems Refresher
CPCS Loco Assessment
CPCS Loco Training and Assessment
Overhead Gantry Crane Operator
Training and Advanced Slinger/Signaller
Techniques
Confined Space Entry with Escape
Breathing Apparatus
Tunnel Entry and Emergency Procedures
Self-contained Breathing Apparatus
(SCBA)
(SCBA) with Snatch Rescue
Advanced Technical Rescues from
Confined Spaces
Course
Plant Operations
suitability
Scaffolding and Access
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Supervisors
Assessment Service
Health and Safety
Leadership and Management
Plant Maintenance

Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme

(SSSTS)
Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme
(SSSTS) Refresher
Site Environmental Awareness Safety
Training Scheme (SEATS)
National Examination Board in
Occupational Safety and Health
(NEBOSH) National Certificate in
Construction Health and Safety
(NEBOSH) National Certificate in the
Management of Health and Well-being
Asbestos Awareness UKATA Certified
Working at Height Online Course
Environmental Management Systems at
Site Level
Waste Management on Site
Level 3/4 NVQ Diploma in Construction

Site Supervision
Strategy
Construction ILM Level 3 Award in
Leadership and Management Practice for
the Construction and Built Environment
ILM Level 3 Award in Leadership and
Management
Inspiring and Coaching your Apprentice
Understanding and Motivating your
Apprentice
Understanding the Role of the Work
Based Recorder (WBR)
Level 3 Award in Education and Training
(QCF) Initial Assessment
(QCF)

Welding Techniques
Test and Inspection
Course suitability

Building
including GPS
(NRSWA) 1991 Supervisors
(NRSWA) 1991 Refresher
(NRSWA) 1991 Additional modules
Temporary Works Supervisor
Temporary Works Co-ordinator
Excavation Support for Timber Trenches
and Shafts
Excavation Support Using Hydraulic
Proprietary Shoring
Categories 3 and 4
Category 5
Supervisors and Engineers: Concrete
Appreciation
Abrasive Wheels
Installer
Passive House Tradesperson Accredited
Course
Plant Operations
Endorsement A Trolley Jib B
Luffing Jib
Mobile Crane CPCS Code A60
All Duties
CPCS Code A63
CPCS Code A61
Endorsement A Hook
Construction
Above 5 Tonnes (including A10
Below 5 Tonnes)
Above 10 Tonnes
Below 10 Tonnes
Supervisors

Scaffolding Supervisor (CISRS)
Scheme (SITS)

Construction
Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) Training
and Assessment
Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) Concrete
Technology for Operatives
Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) Inspectors
Course
Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) Waterproof
Membrane Awareness
Pressurised Systems
Pressurised Systems Refresher
Overhead Gantry Crane Operator
Training and Advanced Slinger/Signaller
Techniques
Breathing Apparatus
(SCBA)
Supervision and Management of Work in
Confined Spaces
Confined Spaces
Course suitability

Code A56 Endorsement B All Sizes
CPCS Code A09
360 Slew)
Eco Operator
CPCS Code A73
IPAF
PAL+ Card
Refresher
CPCS Tester
Service
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Managers
Assessment Service
Plant Operations

Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site

Management
Strategy
Fairness, Inclusion and Respect: Senior
Managers and Directors in Construction
Construction ILM Level 3 Award in
Leadership and Management Practice
Construction ILM Level 3 Certificate in
Leadership and Management Practice
Management
Building Information Modelling (BIM)
Apprentice
Understanding the Role of the Work
Based Recorder (WBR)
(QCF) Initial Assessment
(QCF)

Endorsement A Trolley Jib B
Luffing Jib
Mobile Crane CPCS Code A60
All Duties
CPCS Code A63
CPCS Code A61
Endorsement A Hook
Construction
Excavator 180 Wheeled CPCS Code
A12 Above 5 Tonnes (including A10
Below 5 Tonnes)
Above 10 Tonnes
Below 10 Tonnes
Code A56 Endorsement B All Sizes
CPCS Code A09
360 Slew)
Wheeled Loading Shovel
CPCS Code A21

Building
Course suitability

including GPS
Health and Safety

Site Management Safety Training Scheme
(SMSTS)
Site Management Safety Training Scheme
(SMSTS) Refresher
Site Environmental Awareness Safety
(NEBOSH) National Certificate in
Construction Health and Safety
Management of Health and Well-being
Environmental Management Systems at
Site Level
Plant Maintenance
Welding Techniques
Test and Inspection
Eco Operator
CPCS Code A73
IPAF
PAL+ Card
Refresher
CPCS Tester
Service

CISRS Scaffolding Supervisor
Scheme (SITS)

Construction
Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) Inspectors
Course
Breathing Apparatus
(SCBA)
Supervision and Management of Work in
Confined Spaces
Confined Spaces
Directors
Directors Role for Health and Safety

Fairness, Inclusion and Respect: Senior
Managers and Directors in Construction
Business Improvement in Construction:
Understanding the Market and Selling
Finance, Costing and Pricing
Business Analysis and Planning
Plant Maintenance
Test and Inspection
Plant Operations
Endorsement A Trolley Jib B Luffing Jib
Mobile Crane CPCS Code A60 All Duties
CPCS Code A63
CPCS Code A61
Endorsement A Hook
Construction
Above 5 Tonnes (including A10
Below 5 Tonnes)
Above 10 Tonnes

Below 10 Tonnes
Code A56 Endorsement B All sizes
CPCS Code A09
360 Slew)
Eco Operator
CPCS Code A73
IPAF
PAL+ Card
Refresher
CPCS Tester
Service
Course suitability
Health and Safety

Construction
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Apprentice Awards
The National Construction College is proud to be recognised as the leading
training provider for specialist construction.
NCC Apprentice Awards
It continues to be the largest training provider of its kind in Europe supporting

over 26,000 individuals every year including over 700 apprentices, and enjoying
achievement rates well above the national average.
Each year, at our annual Apprentice Awards ceremonies, we celebrate the success
of those apprentices who have achieved an outstanding performance in their
studies and have demonstrated a real commitment to kick-starting their successful
careers in the construction sector.
It is these outstanding individuals who join our highly experienced members of
staff in making the National Construction College such a fantastic place, both to
learn and work, each and every day.
Apprentices represent the future, both for

individual companies and for the construction
industry as a whole. There is no better way
to bring in the skills that help secure new
contracts for your business. The National
Construction College is working hard to
provide the highest standard of training for
Agency Apprenticeships were awarded an
Ofsted rating of Outstanding.
Apprenticeships
apprentices. In 2012/2013 CITB Managing
Courses may be available at:
Before applying to the

If you make an Apprenticeship application to the Skills Funding Agency,
please be aware that only applicants aged between 16-18 who have not
been placed on a training scheme before can be guaranteed full funding
for their Apprenticeship.
Employers must be aware that if the application is for those aged 16-18
who have had training before, or for those aged over 18, they may have to
make a financial contribution towards the Apprenticeship.
NCC East Kings Lynn

NCC Midlands Birmingham
NCC Waltham Forest London
NCC Scotland Inchinnan
NCC South Erith
TUCA Ilford
British Gypsum Academies South London,
East Midlands and Northern England.
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Apprenticeship locations
Civil Engineering Technician
Built Up Felt Roofing (Bituminous)
NCC Midlands
NCC Scotland
NCC East
Construction Team Leader
Tunnelling and
Apprenticeships
Underground Construction
NCC East
NCC South
Steelfixing
NCC East
General Construction Operatives

NCC Waltham Forest
NCC East
NCC Midlands
NCC Scotland
Highways Maintenance

NCC Midlands
NCC Scotland
Interior Systems Suspended

Ceiling Fixing, Partition Fixing and
Drylining
British Gypsum Academies

NCC East
TUCA, Ilford
Sprayed Concrete Lining

Roof Slating and Tiling

TUCA, Ilford
NCC Scotland
Formwork
NCC East
Tunnelling Construction Operative

Roof Sheeting and Cladding

Tunnel Operative
Plant Maintenance

NCC East
NCC Scotland
Plant Operation Civil

Engineering Plant and
Construction Plant

NCC East
Crane Operation

NCC East
Demolition Plant Operation

NCC East
Access Apprenticeship courses

NCC Midlands
NCC East
NCC South
NCC Scotland
TUCA, Ilford
Duration
BTEC Level 3 Extended Version

This course has been designed in close consultation with
industry and aims to prepare apprentices to become responsible
and skilled workers within civil engineering.
A civil engineering technicians key role is to be the link
between engineers, the management team and operatives on
a construction site. The Apprenticeship will provide the skills
needed in the role for setting out, quality control and checking
and reporting on progress.
Course programme
Level 2 Functional Skills
Mathematics
English.
An induction programme
Employment responsibilities and rights
Health and safety
Drug and alcohol awareness
Mobile towers
Safe use of ladders
Manual handling.
Practical training
Safe working practices in construction
Managing excavation, plant and piling
Laying domestic and large diameter drainage
Levelling and setting out
Mathematics for civil engineers
Carrying out pre-pour inspection and testing of concrete
The planning and design process and environmental
considerations
Computer Assisted Design (CAD)
Project management
Surveying
Sustainable construction
Science and materials.
Entry requirements
Minimum of four GCSEs at grades A*-C or equivalent (to
include Maths, a science subject and English). Depending on
an employers requirements, candidates may be required to
complete a Skills Learning Exercise and to attend the college to
complete a Maths test.
Periods between college

training are spent on site with
the apprentices employer
developing skills and
experience, whilst producing
evidence for completing the
NVQ/SVQ qualification.
Assessment and training

This is a combination of classroom-based theory and
workshop-based practicals. The apprentice will take part in
group tutorials as necessary and there will be periodic progress
reviews. Assessment will take place via:
Up to a 32 month programme
incorporating 32 weeks
off-the-job training at the
National Construction
College for the BTEC National
Extended Diploma.
Grant
Up to 10,250
Construction Apprenticeships
Civil Engineering Technician
Written and practical assessments (mapped to Diploma and

NVQ/SVQ Diploma competence levels)
A site visit (via an assessor)
A synoptic practical test
An assessment (BTEC Level 3 Extended Version) delivered via
a test at the end of each unit
Online multiple choice assessment test.
Qualifications/certification
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built
Environment
Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting
Operations
Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.
Apply now
Please call 0344 994 4020 as we need to confirm some
details of the Apprenticeship with you.
If your apprentice has not made an application they can visit
citb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligible
for funding.
Further training
This course can lead to further career advancement in design,
finance, sales and management within construction. Further
qualifications include a Foundation Degree, a Higher National
Diploma (HND) or a Civil Engineering Degree.
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18-24 months
Grant
Up to 10,250
Tunnelling
Construction
and Underground
Apprenticeships
Construction
Duration
Construction Team Leader

Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Team Leading
(Construction)
This course has been developed with
a major construction employer for
apprentices with their sights on becoming
the construction managers of the future.
From the start you will work alongside
experienced site and project managers
learning the skills required to progress
in this fast paced and challenging
environment.
Duties will include working on a
construction site assisting managers and
carrying out assigned work for health
and safety, working relationships, site
meetings and the progress and outcomes
of site tasks. At college you will learn a
mix of leadership and construction trade
skills that will support you in the role.
Course programme
Functional skills
Mathematics
English.
Health and safety
Drug and alcohol awareness.
Construction Diploma
This course includes apprentice training
in Construction Technology. This provides
apprentices with a wider base of both
skills and knowledge of the construction
industry and will include training in:

Surveying and setting out

Concrete pour testing
Leadership and management skills
Interior systems
Building partitioning
Setting up and protecting the work area
Health and safety site practice

Groundworks
Formwork and steelfixing.
Entry requirements
Apply now
Please call 0344 994 4020 as we
need to confirm some details of the
Apprenticeship with you.
Depending on an employers requirements,

candidates may be required to complete
a Skills Learning Exercise, and some will
need to attend the college for further tests.
If your apprentice has not made an

application they can visit
citb.co.uk/apprenticeships to
make sure they are eligible for funding.
Further training
This is a combination of classroom-based

theory and workshop-based practicals.
The apprentice will take part in individual
tutorials as necessary and there will be
periodic progress reviews. Assessment
will take place via:
Written and practical assessments
(mapped to Diploma and NVQ/SVQ
Diploma competence levels)
An assessment (delivered via a test at
the end of each unit)
Online multiple choice assessment test
at the end of the training course.
Level 2 Construction Diploma in
Construction Team Leading
Level 2 NVQ Extended Certificate in
Team Leading
Level 1 Functional Skills x 2
They may also gain value-added
qualifications in health and safety, along
with other industry-specific subjects.
Following this Level 2 Apprenticeship,

you have opportunities to develop further
in the role by undertaking our Level 3
BTEC progression Apprenticeship for site
supervision. This course opens the door
for you to move into higher education
whilst working in the construction sector.
Construction Supervisor Level 3

Construction Contracting
Operations Level 3
Having completed a Level 2 Construction
Apprenticeship and wishing to progress
into a more technical or supervisory role
in the construction industry, this course
provides you with the knowledge and
skills to develop in the role as a site or
project manager. The Apprenticeship has
been designed with major construction
employers to provide an alternative
route into management where you will
manage projects often mentored by an
experienced site manager. Apprentices
taking this course will generally have their
sights set on achieving a higher education
qualification such as HNC, HND,
Foundation Degree or a BA Honours.
This course has been designed in close consultation with industry

to provide a sound working knowledge of a wide variety of skills
that will prepare the apprentices to work competently on site.
Basic building methods

Building elements
Building materials.
Formwork is an essential component of the reinforced concrete

construction process. It is the term given to either temporary or
permanent moulds into which concrete or similar materials are
poured to form the elements required to complete a structure.
Entry requirements
This Apprenticeship will provide the necessary skills to fabricate,

set out and erect formwork structures using a range of materials
and proprietary systems in the construction site environment.
Course programme
Functional skills
Mathematics
English.
Health and safety
Mobile towers
Safe use of ladders
Manual handling
Safe use of small tools and equipment.
Practical training
Interpreting diagrams and technical drawings
Principles of setting out
Fabricate and repair wooden and system formwork
Erect and strike wooden and system formwork
Erect and strike crane handled formwork
Concrete (mixes, volumes and placing)
Slinger/signaller
MEWPs
Harness training
Leading edge.
This course includes apprentice training in Construction
Technology. This provides apprentices with a wider base of both
skills and knowledge of the construction industry and will include
training in:
Duration
Up to a 24 month programme
incorporating 20 weeks of
off-the-job training at the
National Construction College.
the apprentices employer
developing skills and
Grant
Up to 10,250
Depending on an employers requirements, candidates may be

required to complete a Skills Learning Exercise, and some will
individual tutorials as necessary and there will be periodic
progress reviews. Assessment will take place via:
Formwork

An assessment (delivered via a test at the end of each unit)
Online multiple choice assessment test at the end of the
training course.
Level 2 Construction Diploma in Formwork
Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Formwork Occupations
They may also gain value-added qualifications in health and
safety, along with other industry-specific subjects.
Apply now
for funding.
Further training
finance, sales and management within the formwork sector.
Further qualifications include the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in
Formwork and the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Site Supervision.
Interpreting information
Estimating resources
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Tunnelling
Construction
and Underground
Apprenticeships
Construction
Duration
Grant
Up to two year training

programme incorporating 13
weeks of off-the-job training
at the National Construction
College. Periods between
college training are spent
on site with the apprentices
employer developing skills and
NVQ qualification.
Up to 10,250
Steelfixing
industry to provide a sound working knowledge of a wide variety
of skills that will prepare the apprentices to work competently on
site. Reinforced steel is an essential component of the reinforced
concrete construction process. Steelfixing is the term given to
the construction of steel cages that are embedded within the
concrete to give it structural strength. This Apprenticeship trade
is generally associated with civil engineering i.e. the construction
of roads, bridges, power stations etc.
Course programme
Functional skills
Mathematics
English.
Health and safety
Mobile towers
Safe use of ladders
Manual handling
Practical training
Types of ties and their application
- Interpretation of 3D drawings
- In-situ and pre-cast applications
- Bar cutting and bending
Appreciation of slinger/signaller
Appreciation of Mobile Elevating Working Platforms (MEWPs)
Appreciation of harness training
Appreciation of leading edge.
training in:
Building elements
Building materials.
Entry requirements

This is a combination of classroom-based theory and workshopbased practicals. The apprentice will take part in individual
tutorials as necessary and there will be periodic progress
training course.
Level 2 Construction Diploma in Steelfixing
Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Steelfixing Occupations
Apply now
for funding.
Further training
finance, sales and management within the civil engineering
sector. Further qualifications include the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ
Diploma in Site Supervision.
This course has been designed in consultation with the industry

and covers subjects that are essential to todays construction
sites. A general construction operative needs to have a good
understanding of the construction/civil engineering process.
This includes knowledge of setting out for groundworks including
kerb-laying and paving as well as drainage, laying and testing.
Apprentices must also be able to understand and carry out all
aspects of concreting, from the testing of fresh concrete to laying
and finishing.
Course programme
Functional skills
Mathematics
English.
Health and safety
Mobile towers
Safe use of ladders
Manual handling
Practical training
Installing drainage and service ducts
Basic concreting
Erecting and dismantling a basic working platform
Setting out
Block paving
Kerbing
Steelfixing
Formwork
Excavation support.
Duration

weeks at college*.
The remainder of the time is
spent with the employer on
site, gaining experience, with
assessment for the NVQ/SVQ
Diploma carried out by the
Please contact us for further
details.
*Duration may vary by nation.
Grant
Up to 10,250
Entry requirements
required to complete a Skills Learning exercise, and some will

This is a combination of classroom-based theory and simulated
site activities. The apprentice will take part in individual tutorials
as necessary and there will be periodic progress reviews.
Assessment will take place via:
training course.
General Construction Operatives

Level 2 Construction Diploma in Construction Operations

Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Construction Operations
Apply now
for funding.
Further training
qualifications include the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in
Construction Contracting Operations and the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ
The course includes apprentice training in Construction

training in:
Building elements.
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Tunnelling
Construction
and Underground
Apprenticeships
Construction
Duration
Grant

weeks at college*.
details.
Up to 10,250
Highways Maintenance
This course has been designed in consultation with industry to
prepare apprentices to become skilled workers in this specialised
field. It provides individuals with the skills to build, maintain and
repair public highways and footpaths.
Course programme
Functional skills
Mathematics
English
Communication.
Health and safety
Mobile towers
Safe use of ladders
Manual handling
Safe use of small plant.
Practical training
Establishing work area protection
Segregation of highway works
Locating and protecting utilities in the highway
Excavations
Reinstatement of highways.
Technology. This area of training aims to provide apprentices with
a wider base of both skills and knowledge of the construction
industry and will include training in:

Building elements
Building materials.
Entry requirements

A synoptic practical challenge
Level 2 Construction Diploma in Highway Maintenance
Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Construction
Apply now
for funding.
Further training
qualifications include the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Site
Supervision.
Interior Systems Suspended Ceiling Fixing,

Partition Fixing and Drylining
Course programme
Functional skills
Mathematics
English.
Health and safety
Manual handling
Mobile towers.
Practical training
Hand and power tools
Suspended ceiling systems
Cavity barriers
Demountable partitions
Drylining partition systems
Drylining and encasements
Drylining finishing
Raised access flooring.
Entry requirements
This course is covered over a

two year period with 17 weeks
College.*
details.
Grant
Up to 10,250
Assessment will take place via:

Site visits (via an assessor)
Level 2 Construction Diploma in Drylining
Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Interior Systems Drylining
Level 2 Construction Diploma in Interior Systems
(Ceiling Fixing/Relocatable Partitions)
Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Interior Systems
(Ceiling Fixing/Relocatable Partitions)
Employment Responsibilities and Rights
Specialist Apprenticeships
This course has been designed in close consultation with the

interior systems sector to provide a sound working knowledge of
a wide variety of industry skills that will prepare apprentices for
further career progression and to work competently on site.
Duration
Apply now
for funding.
Further training
finance, sales and management within the interior systems
sector. Further qualifications include the Level 3
NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations
and the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Site Supervision.

progress reviews.
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Tunnelling
Roofing
and Underground
Apprenticeships
Construction
Duration
Grant

College.*
details.
Up to 10,250
Built-up Felt Roofing

roofing industry. It provides training and assessment in bitumen,
roofing felts, surfacing and insulation materials, tools and
equipment, regulations and standards, together with the practical
and theoretical knowledge required to achieve the Built-up Felt
Roofing framework. This provides apprentices with the skills they
need to excel in this specialist trade.
Course programme
Functional skills
Mathematics
English
Communication.
Health and safety
Mobile towers
Fire fighting
Safe use of ladders
Manual handling.
Practical training
Carrying out safe working practices in construction
Information, quantities and communicating with others
Building methods and construction technology
Applying built-up bituminous roofing
Preparing decking for built-up bituminous roofing
Repairing and maintaining built-up bituminous roofing
Preparing background surfaces
Preparing materials and components
Storing resources ready for use
Providing setting out for applied waterproof membranes
Repairing surface defects
Applying materials to the structural fabric
Roll and pour techniques
Torch-on techniques
Establishing the suitability of the work area and access
equipment
Contributing to efficient working practices
Abrasive wheels.
Entry requirements

An assessment (delivered via a test at the end of the course)
Level 2 Construction Diploma in Built-up Felt Roofing
Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Applied Waterproof Membranes
(Built-up Felt Roofing)
safety, along with other industry specific subjects.
Apply now
for funding.
Further training
finance, sales and management within construction.
Construction Contracting Operations, and the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ
Roof Sheeting and Cladding
Course programme
Functional skills
Mathematics
English
Communication.
Health and safety
Mobile towers
Fire fighting
Safe use of ladders
Manual handling.
Practical training
Selecting the quantity and quality of resources for construction
operations
Preparing roof sheeting, cladding materials and components
for installation
Applying roof sheeting and cladding to the structural fabric
Installing rainwater goods
Providing setting out for roof sheeting and cladding
Storing resources ready for use
Knowledge of building methods and construction technology.

College.*
details.
Grant
Up to 10,250

Level 2 Construction Diploma in Roof Sheeting and Cladding
Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Cladding Operations
Roofing Apprenticeships

roofing industry and provides training and assessment in single
and double skin, as well as factory-assembled composite systems
that include flashings, fasteners and fixings. Apprentices learn,
via practical and theoretical approaches, how to cut, shape and
fix materials, including metal, plastic and cement panels to create
walls and roofs.
Duration
Apply now
for funding.
Further training
Entry requirements
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Duration
Up to 10,250
Tunnelling
Roofing
and Underground
Apprenticeships
Construction
Grant

College.
the apprentices employer,
developing work-based skills
and knowledge.
Roof Slating and Tiling

roofing industry and provides training and assessment in plain
tiles, interlocking tiles and cement fibre slates to cover valleys,
hips and general areas, together with the practical and theoretical
knowledge to achieve the Roof Slating and Tiling framework.
Course programme

Functional skills
Mathematics
English
Communication.
Health and safety
Mobile towers
Fire fighting
Safe use of ladders
Manual handling.
Practical training
Information, quantities and communicating with others
Building methods and construction technology
Installing single-lap roof coverings to a variable gauge
Installing plain tile roof coverings
Installing regular sized natural roof slates to standard details
Stripping and reclaiming pitched roof coverings
Installing roofing backgrounds and components
Installing pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs.
Entry requirements
Level 2 Construction Diploma in Roof Slating and Tiling
Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations
Apply now
for funding.
Further training
This Plant Maintenance course has been designed in close

consultation with the plant industry and aims to give apprentices
a wide range of engineering knowledge and understanding
beyond that required to achieve an NVQ/SVQ qualification. It
covers subjects from bench fitting and basic engineering skills to
the latest technological advancements in electro-hydraulics and
computerised control systems.
Course programme
Functional skills
Mathematics
English
Communication.
Duration
Year 1
16 week duration in four
blocks
Year 2
9 week duration in three
blocks
Year 3
7 weeks at the National
Construction College for those
eligible to progress to Level 3.
Total 32 weeks.
the apprentices employer,
developing work-based skills
and knowledge.
Grant
Up to 10,250
Auxiliary plant
Compressors, air tools and pneumatics
Electro-hydraulics
Basic electronics
Engine management/computerised control
Testing and diagnostic procedures
Functional and operating procedures
AC electrical systems
Electrical safety testing (PAT).
Entry requirements
The recommended entry qualifications are four GCSEs at grade D
or higher.
Health and safety
Manual handling.
Practical training
All of the Plant Maintenance Apprenticeship courses follow a
proven format, covering basic engineering subjects common to
all plant maintenance disciplines. Further specific training and
equipment is utilised as relevant to the role the apprentice will
follow within the company.

Subjects common to all disciplines:

Bench fitting/engineering skills/technical drawing
Materials and measurements
Servicing techniques and procedures
Basic electrics
Braking systems
Lifting equipment and procedures
Fuels/lubricants/consumables
Welding/brazing/soldering
CI and SI power units and associated systems
IT/communication skills
Multi-cylinder power units
Transmissions
Hydraulics
Air brake systems
Steering and suspension systems
Tracks/wheels/tyres
Plant Apprenticeships
Plant Maintenance

Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Plant Maintenance
Apply now
for funding.
Further training
Further qualifications include the Advanced Apprenticeship
in Plant Maintenance, the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Plant
Maintenance and the Level 2 Functional Skills Advanced
certificate.
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Duration
Up to 10,250
TunnellingPlant
and Underground
Apprenticeships
Construction
Grant
Year 1
12 weeks training plus testing.
Year 2
Employer-based work
experience with assessment
for the Level 2 NVQ/SVQ in
Plant Operations, carried out
by the National Construction
College.
Plant Operation Civil Engineering Plant

and Construction Plant
This course sets out to produce plant
operators trained to operate a specific
range of machines. During their training
at the college, apprentices gain a good
understanding of the activities, techniques
and procedures relating to plant
operations including training in servicing
and basic maintenance.
Course programme
Functional skills
Mathematics
English
Communication.
Health and safety
Practical training for Civil

Engineering Plant
Crawler tractor
360 excavator
Dump truck
Wheeled loading shovel.
Training covers a selection of the
following as appropriate to the
apprentices chosen trade:
Operating specialised plant
and machinery to performance
requirements, including:
- lifting and transferring plant
- extracting and excavating plant
- construction and formation plant
Transporting and discharging bulk
material loads
Extracting and excavating materials
Lifting, transferring and positioning
loads
Distributing, layering and consolidating

materials.
Level 2 NVQ/SVQ in Plant Operations
(Civil Engineering)*
Level 2 Diploma in Plant Operations
Construction Plant Competence
Scheme (CPCS) Red Trained Operator
Card
Practical training for Construction

Plant
180 digger loader
360 excavator below 10T
Forward tipping dumper
Telescopic handler.
Training covers a selection of the
following as appropriate to the
apprentices chosen trade:
Operating specialised plant
and machinery to performance
requirements, including:
- lifting and transferring plant
- extracting and excavating plant
- construction and formation plant
Transporting and discharging bulk
material loads
Extracting and excavating materials
Lifting, transferring and positioning
loads
Distributing, layering and consolidating
materials.
Level 2 NVQ/SVQ in Plant Operations
(Construction)*

Scheme (CPCS) Red Trained Operator
Card
Employment Responsibilities and Rights.
*The college assessment team will track
apprentices on site for the first category
of plant as selected by the employer for
conversion to the NVQ/SVQ and the full
CPCS Blue Competent Operator Card.
Entry requirements
Depending on an employers
requirements, candidates may be
required to complete a Skills Learning
exercise, and some will need to attend
the college for further tests.

theory and practical training. Assessments
will take place via:
Theory and practical assessments
A site visit (via an assessor).
Apply now
Please call 0344 994 4020 as we
need to confirm some details of the
Apprenticeship with you.
If your apprentice has not made an
application they can visit
citb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make
sure they are eligible for funding.
Further training
Assessment for additional NVQ/SVQ
categories is available through the
National Construction College details
will be provided during attendance at
college.
Crane Operation
Course programme
Functional skills
Mathematics
English
Communication.
Health and safety
Practical training any four of the following:
Crawler crane
Tower crane
Truck-mounted crane
Lorry loader
Telescopic handler
Slinger/signaller
Crane erection.
Year 1
Year 2
Employer-based work
College.
Grant
Up to 10,250
Level 2 NVQ/SVQ in Plant Operations (Construction)*
Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) Red Trained
Operator Card
*The college assessment team will track apprentices on site
for the first category of plant as selected by the employer for
conversion to the NVQ/SVQ and the full CPCS Blue Competent
Operator Card.
Apply now

crane industry and sets out to produce crane operators trained
to operate a specific range of machines. They are also taught
the duties and responsibilities of an appointed person, how
to conduct risk assessments and how to produce method
statements. During training, apprentices learn how to safely and
efficiently operate a variety of cranes in addition to learning basic
maintenance and checks.
Duration

for funding.
Further training
Assessment for additional NVQ/SVQ categories is available
through the National Construction College details will be
provided during attendance at college.
Entry requirements

This is a combination of classroom-based theory and practical
training. Assessments will take place via:
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Duration
Up to 10,250
TunnellingPlant
and Underground
Apprenticeships
Construction
Grant
Year 1
Year 2
Employer-based work
College.
Demolition Plant Operation

the demolition industry. It sets out to offer demolition plant
operatives an appreciation of all aspects of demolition.
Course programme

Functional skills
Mathematics
English
Communication.
Health and safety
Practical training
Safety awareness as a demolition specification
Introduction to the industry
Hand tools
Pneumatic tools
Safety and maintenance small plant and tools
Oxy-Acetylene/propane cutting
Abrasive wheels
Working at height harnesses
Scaffolding practical and appreciation
Fencing and temporary guarding
Telescopic handler
Confined spaces
Slinger/signaller
Forward tipping dumper
Mobile Elevating Working Platforms (MEWPs) scissor and
boom
Dump truck
360 hydraulic excavator
Skid steer loader
Wheeled loading shovel
Attachments.
Entry requirements
This is a combination of classroom-based theory and practical

training. Assessments will take place via:
Level 2 NVQ/SVQ in Plant Operations (Construction)*
Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) Red Trained
Operator Card
*The college assessment team will track apprentices on site
for the first category of plant as selected by the employer for
conversion to the NVQ/SVQ and the full CPCS Blue Competent
Operator Card.
Apply now
for funding.
Further training
Assessment for additional NVQ/SVQ categories is available
through the National Construction College details will be
provided during attendance at college.
Lightning Conductor Engineering
Steeplejacking
Level 2 Construction Diploma in Lightning Conductor

Engineering
Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Accessing and Rigging
Occupations Lightning Conductor Engineer
Level 2 Construction Diploma in Steeplejacking

Occupations Steeplejacking
Grant
Up to 10,250
Grant
Access Apprenticeships
Access Apprenticeship courses
Up to 10,250
Scaffolding
Level 2 Construction Diploma in Scaffolding
Occupations Scaffolding
The Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme (CISRS)
Scaffolders Registration Card
Grant
Up to 10,250
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Duration
Up to 10,250
Tunnelling
Tunnelling
and Underground
Apprenticeships
Construction
Grant
18 months in length 16
weeks in training.
The full delivery plan and
dates will be confirmed upon
enrolment.
Tunnel Operative
industry to provide a sound working knowledge of a wide
variety of skills that will prepare the apprentices to work
competently on site.
Tunnel operatives are the specialist workers found within
the tunnel and underground construction environment. This
Apprenticeship will provide the necessary skills to become a
tunnel operative in the tunnelling and underground construction
industry.
Course programme
training in:

Building elements
Building materials.
Functional skills
Mathematics
English
Communication.
Entry requirements
CSCS training and the CITB Health, safety and environment
(HS&E) test
Mobile towers
Fire fighting
Safe use of ladders
Manual handling (certified)
Safe use of plant and tools.
Practical training
Working in a tunnel/construction environment
Tunnel fit out
Construction tunnels
Slinger/signaller.


Level 2 Construction Diploma in Tunnel Operations

Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Tunnel Operations
Level 1 Essential Skills
CSCS Card
Tunnel Safety Card (TSC).
Apply now
for funding.
Tunnelling Construction Operative

industry to provide a sound working knowledge of a wide
variety of skills that will prepare the apprentices to work
competently on site.
Entry requirements
General operatives are the workers found within the construction

environment who carry out various tasks such as laying large
and small ducts and pipes, placing concrete to the correct
level, moving, handling and storing materials and assisting
tradespeople as necessary. This will provide the necessary
skills to become a construction operative in the tunnelling and
underground construction industry.

Course programme
Apply now
Functional skills
Mathematics
English
Communication.
(HS&E) test
Mobile towers
Abrasive wheels (certified)
Safe use of plant and tools
Kerb laying.
weeks in training.
enrolment.
Grant
Up to 10,250
Level 2 Construction Diploma in Construction Operations

Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Construction Operations
CSCS card.

Tunnelling Apprenticeships

Duration

for funding.
Practical training
Working in a tunnel/construction environment
Levelling and setting out
Knowledge of formwork including steelfixing, concrete placing,
compacting and finishes.
training in:

Building elements
Building materials.
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Duration
Up to 10,250
Tunnelling
Tunnelling
and Underground
Apprenticeships
Construction
Grant
weeks in training.
enrolment.
Sprayed Concrete Lining

industry to provide a sound working knowledge of a wide variety
of skills that will prepare the apprentices to work competently on
site.
Sprayed concrete is an essential component of the modern
tunnel construction process. Sprayed concrete is, as its name
suggests, applied by high pressure spraying equipment and
forms the lining of the tunnel. This Apprenticeship will provide
the necessary skills to become a sprayed concrete operative in
the tunnelling and underground construction industry.
Course programme

Functional skills
Mathematics
English
Communication.
(HS&E) test
Mobile towers
Fire fighting
Safe use of ladders
Safe use of plant and tools.
Practical training
Mixing and batching concrete
Operating and maintaining sprayed concrete equipment
Spraying concrete in a tunnel
Slinger/signaller
Concrete (mixes, volumes and placing).
The course includes apprentice training in Construction
training in:

Building elements
Building materials.
Entry requirements

Level 2 Construction Diploma in Sprayed Concrete

Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Sprayed Concrete
CSCS card
Tunnel Safety Card (TSC).
Apply now
for funding.
Youve done the training.

Youve got the experience.
Now get qualified and carded.
Assessment Services
For information
on course prices,
please see our
separate price
list or visit
citb.co.uk/training
On Site Assessment
On Site Assessment takes place at your site, office
or a location of your choice. We have developed
courses to enable you to access this service and
understand the processes more easily.
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Getting qualified
National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) and Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs)
are fast becoming the standard that all employees must achieve. They form the basis
of Apprenticeships, the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) and other card
schemes making them crucial for moving forward in the industry.
Assessment Services
The qualifications are developed and approved by

people who work in the industry and are designed to
measure employees practical skills and job knowledge.
This makes them ideal for employees and employers
alike helping those with experience to prove their skills
and give employers reassurance that they can do the job.
The National Construction College is now able to offer
an extended range of assessment methods for
qualifying experienced employees. These
can be tailored to your needs, helping
convert existing skills into a nationally
recognised qualification.
CITB grants
There are CITB grants available to help cover the cost of
On Site Assessment. For instance, you might be able to
claim a substantial grant for qualifying an experienced
employee to Level 2 NVQ/SVQ.
CITB may also be able to help put you forward for other
Government funding streams, making it simpler and
cheaper than ever to qualify your workforce.
Quality Assurance Service
This National Construction College service can give you
information, advice and guidance, plus help and support
on internal quality assurance, right through to running your
IQA centre for you.
On Site Assessment confirms quality

and competence in the workplace. It
also creates greater awareness of health
and safety issues. Ultimately the On Site
Assessment service generates a higher
quality and more employable workforce.
Jon Mortimore, Mortimore Construction, The Wirral

Construction (drains, kerbs, concrete, groundwork, steelfixing,
highways, etc.)
Wood occupations (carpentry and joinery, formwork,
shopfitting, etc.)
Plastering occupations (interiors, drylining, relocatables)
Insulation Boarding Treatments (IBT).
This course is perfect for:

Anyone working in the industry who needs to get a CSCS card
Individuals who work better in a more controlled classroom
environment
Those with years of experience but no formal qualifications
People who want to work hard to prepare for the assessment
process.
Book now
Course programme
Once you get your qualification you can start working towards
the next level, or a supervisory or management role.
You will complete a site diary and gather additional evidence

while working on site to provide examples of the work you
are doing
The diary needs to be validated by your employer and will be
used as the basis for your final assessment.
For available dates or to book, call us on 0344 994 4433 or

contact us via assessment@citb.co.uk
Further training
Duration
1 day, plus ongoing

assessment support
Grant
Variable by trade and

qualification level
Grant available for eligible employers

Will vary by trade and qualification level
Visit citb.co.uk/grant for further information
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
For information advice and guidance on your next steps contact

us via assessment@citb.co.uk
Assessment Services
The On Site Assessment Workshop will take you through the

knowledge requirements and qualification induction for on site
assessment as well as introducing you to the site diary process.
Entry requirements
You must be working on site within your specified occupation
and be experienced. You must also have a good understanding
of spoken and written English. Please contact us if you have any
concerns in this area.
Assessment and support

Assessors from the National Construction College will aim to fully
prepare you for assessment by helping you with your knowledge
requirements, assessing your competence and helping with your
CSCS card application.
An assessor from the National Construction College will contact
you to discuss the diary before giving you feedback on the day of
the workshop.
Roofing occupations (BUFR, RST, RSC, etc.)
Scaffolding (additional assessment will be required to get a
CISRS card)
Plant maintenance and operation (additional assessment will
be required to get a CPCS card)
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39

Duration
Dependent on the
occupational area
Grant
Variable by trade and

qualification level

Will vary by trade and qualification level
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Assessment Services
Designed for those who want all of the hassle taken out of the
assessment process, do not want to be away from the job and
are experienced in their occupational area. Perfect for anyone
working in the industry needing to acquire a CSCS card and
individuals who prefer to get on with their day job, leaving this
process to the professionals. It is also for those needing to
avoid downtime and days away from site and those requiring
a fast, fixed-time process to achieve their qualification and get
their card.
Course programme

Induction to the qualification

Assessment of your competence and knowledge on site
Continuous support until qualification
Preparation for your CSCS card application.
Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements. You just
have to be working on site within your specified
occupation and be experienced. You must
also have a good understanding of spoken
and written English. Please contact us if
you have any concerns in this area.
Assessment and support

Whilst you are working on site you will be visited by your
assessor who will guide you through each part of the process,
observe you working and provide the highest levels of support
until you complete your qualification.
Levels 3, 6 and 7 in Leadership and Management
Roofing occupations (BUFR, RST, RSC, etc.)
Scaffolding (additional assessment will be required for a
CISRS card)
Plant maintenance and operation (additional assessment will
be required for a CPCS card)
Construction (drains, kerbs, concrete, groundwork, steel fixing,
highways, etc.
Wood occupations (carpentry and joinery, formwork,
shopfitting, etc.)
Plastering occupations (interiors, drylining, relocatables etc.)
Tunnelling and underground construction
Insulation Boarding Treatments (IBT).
Other occupations may be available please call
0344 994 4433.
Book now
For available dates or to book call us on 0344 994 4433 or
contact us via assessment@citb.co.uk
Further training
Once you get your qualification you can start working towards
the next level, or a supervisory or management role. For
information advice and guidance on your next steps contact us
via assessment@citb.co.uk
For information
on course prices,
please see our
separate price
list or visit
citb.co.uk/training
Our Construction and Specialist Building, and

Levelling, Surveying and Setting Out courses
simulate real-life situations, providing you with
knowledge of best practice that you can apply
special areas for drainage, paving, kerb-laying,
excavation support, piling, concrete practice
and street works. Indoor facilities include areas
for bar bending, steelfixing and formwork.
We also have below ground facilities providing
real-life underground experience for confined
spaces training.
In addition to the courses outlined in this
section, the following courses may also be
available. Call 0344 994 4433 for details.
Basic Kerb-Laying
Laying Concrete Block Paving
Formwork Appreciation
Steelfixing
Practical Sheet Piling
Drain Laying
Undergraduate Civil Engineering Appreciation
Level 2 NCO (Water) Mains and Services
Polyethylene Fusion Training and Assessment.

NCC East Kings Lynn
NCC South Erith.
For detailed information about the locations
please turn to the map on page 5.
citb.co.uk/training
Construction and Specialist Building
on site. Our outdoor training facilities include
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Levelling, Surveying and Setting Out
Choosing the right course for you

Are you able to do ALL of the
following?
Set up a level
Reduce readings by the HPC
method
Use change points in levelling
Set up a theodolite/total station
Take angle readings in degrees,
minutes and seconds
Calculate with angles.
No
Levelling for Construction or

Page 43
Yes
Are you able to do ALL of the

following?
Set up and use a total station
Understand whole circle
bearings and polar co-ordinates
Convert eastings and northings
to bearing and distance.
No
Intermediate Surveying
and Setting Out
Page 44
Yes
Advanced Surveying and

Setting Out including GPS
Page 44
Over the past 12 months

we have made a substantial
investment to provide our
delegates with the most
up to date and modern
Leica equipment.

Course programme
Set up and use an automatic
(engineers) level
Use levels to record observations in
standard format
Calculate heights using the HPC
(collimation) method and carry out
mathematical checks
Establish temporary bench marks
(TBMs) and use Ordnance Survey
Bench Marks (OSBMs)
Check the working accuracy of
instruments (two peg test)
Meet specifications and tolerances.
Entry requirements
Further training
You must have a good understanding

of spoken and written English and basic
Maths. Please contact us if you have any
Further qualifications include the

Introduction to Setting Out course
see below.

You will be continually assessed through
a range of calculation and practical
exercises.
Code
LFC1
Duration
2 days
Grant
100

50 per day for training days only
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
CITB National Construction College

certificate.
Book now
Brand new Leica equipment
For available dates or to book, go to

citb.co.uk/training or call us on
0344 994 4433.

This course provides an introduction to
the process of setting out. It includes
techniques for using a total station in
setting out on site.
Course programme

0344 994 4433.
Use a total station for setting out

Calculate basic setting out data
Meet specifications and tolerances for
setting out.
Entry requirements
of spoken and written English and basic
Maths. Please contact us if you have any

certificate.
Book now
Further training
course page 44.
Code
ITS01
Duration
2 days
Grant
100

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course provides essential training for

the processes of levelling, booking and
reduction of observations.

You will be continually assessed through
a range of calculation and practical
exercises.
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Levelling,
Surveying
Surveying
and Setting
and Setting
Out Out

Code
LLW02
Duration
5 days
Grant
250
This course will supplement prior

knowledge with intensive practical and
theoretical instruction. This will enable
you to undertake a variety of setting out
tasks with confidence and accuracy.
Course programme

Utilising and understanding the

surveying equipment used in setting out
Interpreting and checking setting out
detail on site drawings
The criteria relating to specified
accuracies for setting out
Carrying out all the necessary
calculations to establish setting out
from site drawings
Setting out buildings and structures
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Setting out for drainage and earthworks

Establishing temporary bench marks
(TBMs) and other height controls
Utilising total station equipment for
setting out co-ordinates
Introduction to using the stake-out
(setting out) and resection programmes
on total stations.
Entry requirements

0344 994 4433.
You must be able to understand change

points when levelling. You should know
how to use a total station to measure
angles.
You will be continuously assessed

through a range of calculation and
practical exercises.
certificate.
Book now
Further training
course see below.
Advanced Surveying and Setting Out including GPS

Code
LLW05
Duration
5 days
Grant
250
This course aims to widen your setting

out experience to cover co-ordinated
setting out in depth and to utilise modern
computerised total station equipment.

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Course programme
Utilising and understanding the
equipment used in setting out
Interpreting and checking setting out
detail on site drawings
Carrying out all the necessary
calculations to establish setting out
from co-ordinate information on
drawings and computer print outs
Setting out buildings, roads, piling grids
and earthworks
The built-in software of total stations

(stake-out, resection, reference line and
reference arc)
Setting out calculations
Methods for achieving accuracy
Referencing structures for setting out
Interpreting data from engineering
drawings
Basic setting out using GNSS
Introduction to 3D design on total
stations or in LSS
Effective checking of setting out and
troubleshooting problems.
Entry requirements
You must be able to use a total station
to measure angles and understand
co-ordinates calculations.

You will be continuously assessed
through a range of calculation and
practical exercises.
certificate.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
New Construction Courses for 2015

With major construction projects and infrastructure works being
scheduled for over a decade of growth, skills development
is important for construction workers to keep pace with this
expansion.
The National Construction College is offering a series of short

courses to help workers refresh their skills in time for the increase
in demand for this work. This course provides delegates with a
refresher in the skills required to perform at the highest level in
their trade and understand the tolerances required to work on
major projects such as nuclear new build and High Speed 2.
Formwork Upskilling
Formwork Upskilling prepares delegates to undertake their
NVQ Level 2 in Formwork Operations.
Ask our course booking team for further information.
Steelfixing Upskilling
Steelfixing Upskilling prepares delegates to take the Experienced
Worker Practical Assessment Route (EWPAR) NVQ Level 2 route for
steelfixing occupations.
Ask our course booking team for further information.
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New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA) 1991 Operatives

Code
USW07
Duration
5 days (3 days of training,

2 days of technical tests)
Grant
150

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
New roads and street works operatives

play a vital role in building and
maintaining the infrastructure of
Britains road network. This course is
for operatives who locate underground
apparatus, set up equipment for works
within the highway and carry out
excavation, backfill and reinstatement
using cold-lay bituminous materials.
Course programme
Entry requirements
Unit 001 Location and avoidance of

underground apparatus
Unit 002 Signing, lighting and
guarding units
Unit 003 Excavation in the road/
highway
Unit 004 Reinstatement and
compaction of backfill materials
Unit 005 Reinstatement of sub-base
and road-base in non-bituminous
materials
Unit 006 Reinstatement of cold-lay
bituminous materials
Unit 009 Reinstatement of modular
surfaces and concrete footways.
You will need a reasonable level of

mobility and the ability to lift and
move loads. You will also need a good
understanding of spoken and written
English. Please contact us if you have any
Available separately, call the number

below to discuss:
Unit 007 Reinstatement of hot-lay
bituminous materials
Unit 008 Reinstatement of
concrete slabs.

Includes practical tasks and observation
exercises, plus classroom-based theory
including written assignments. Operatives
and supervisors learn on the same course
to replicate a team environment.
certificate
City & Guilds 6156/01 certificate or
SQA (Scottish Qualifications Authority)
The Street Works Qualifications
Register Card.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Further training
Further qualifications include the New
Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA)
1991 Refresher page 48,
NRSWA Supervisors page 47,
and Safe Entry into Confined Spaces
page 52.
For available dates or to book,

go to citb.co.uk/training or call
us on 0344 994 4433.
New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA) 1991 Supervisors
Course programme
Unit 001 Location and avoidance
of underground apparatus
An individual City & Guilds unit from our
New Roads and Street Works course
delivered separately for those who wish
to gain individual accreditation in the safe
use of locating underground services
using cat and genny equipment. The
course provides candidates with a sound
understanding of reading site utility plans,
using the correct methods of detection
and identifying appropriate digging
practices.
guarding units
Unit 011 Monitoring excavation in
the highway; specifications, techniques,
road types, materials
Unit 012 Monitoring reinstatement
and compaction of backfill materials
of non-bituminous sub-base and
road-base materials
Unit 014 Monitoring laying practices
and reinstatement of bituminous
materials; specification and types of
materials
of modular surfaces and concrete
highways.
Entry requirements
Further training

Further qualifications include New

Roads and Street Works (NRSWA) 1991
Refresher page 48, Safe Entry into
Confined Spaces page 52, Excavation
Support for Timber Trenches and Shafts
page 50, Supervisors and Engineers:
Concrete Appreciation page 52, Site
Management Safety Training Scheme
(SMSTS) page 59 and the Site
Supervisors Safety Training Scheme
(SSSTS) page 58.

Includes practical tasks and observation
exercises, plus classroom-based theory
including written assignments. Operatives
and supervisors learn on the same course
to replicate a team environment.
Code
USW06
Duration

2 days of technical tests)
Grant
150

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
certificate
The Street Works Qualifications
Register Card.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
citb.co.uk/training
This course teaches you to locate

underground services, set up equipment
for works within the highway and carry
out excavation, back-fill and reinstatement
using hot and cold-lay bituminous
material. You will gain the skills and
knowledge to carry out work to the
standards required by the New Roads
and Street Works Act 1991 (the legal
framework for street works).
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New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA) 1991 Refresher

Code
USWRR6
Duration
2 days
Grant
100

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course is for both operatives and

supervisors who already hold the New
Roads and Street Works Card. It allows
you to update yourself on the course
content through revision sessions prior
to taking the written tests for the units
you hold. If you hold both Supervisor and
Operative Cards you will only be able to
refresh one Card per course.
Course programme
Refresh of content for the operative and
supervisor units.
Entry requirements
You must be within the refresher window
(six months before or six months after
your Card expiry date). You will also need

a good understanding of spoken and
written English. Please contact us if you
have any concerns in this area.

This is a classroom-based theory course
followed by the completion of written
exams. Operatives and supervisors learn
on the same course to replicate a team
environment.
The Street Works Qualifications Register

Card.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Three-day Refresher course

also available with additional
practical content.

certificate
Call 0344 994 4433

for more details.
New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA) 1991

Additional modules
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Unit 001 Location and avoidance

of underground apparatus

guarding units

guarding units
Course programme
Course programme
Course programme

delivered separately for those who wish to
gain individual accreditation in the safe use
of locating underground services using cat
and genny equipment. The course provides
candidates with a sound understanding of
reading site utility plans, using the correct
methods of detection and identifying
appropriate digging practices.

delivered in-depth with training over a
two day period for either supervisors or
operatives who wish to gain accreditation
in the safe appraisal of work sites that
require signing, lighting and guarding
under the New Roads and Street Works
Act 1991 legislation.

delivered in-depth with training over a
two day period for either supervisors or
operatives who wish to gain accreditation
in the safe appraisal of work sites that
require signing, lighting and guarding
under the New Roads and Street Works
Act 1991 legislation.
Code
USW01
Code
USW210
Code
USW210
Duration
1 day
Duration
2 days (1 day of training and

1 day of technical tests)
Duration
2 days (1 day of training and

Grant
50
Grant
50
Grant
50
Supervisors
Supervisors
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Managers
Directors
Managers
Directors
Site
Safety Plus
This course is for those on site with

responsibility for managing all forms of
temporary works. It is designed to give
confidence to senior management, and
those who engage with contractors, that
you have reached an assessed standard
of knowledge.
Entry requirements
Further training

English. Please contact us if you have
any concerns in this area.
Course programme
Other management training courses are:

Construction ILM Award page 73, and
NEBOSH (Construction Health and Safety)
page 62. Other practical courses are:
Scaffolding Inspection Training Scheme
(SITS) page 120, Excavation Support
Using Hydraulic Proprietary Shoring
page 50.
Understanding the need for, and the

duties of, a temporary works
co-ordinator
Understanding the roles of others
Understanding BS 5975, the code of
best practice for temporary structures
on building sites
Statutory aspects of temporary works
Risk assessments and method
statements
Management of the temporary works
process.
The course is delivered via

classroom-based sessions and includes
a 30-minute test consisting of
25 multiple-choice questions.
The course is supported by the

Temporary Works Forum, CECA, UKCG,
HSE and FMB and is the latest addition to
the Site Safety Plus suite of courses.
Course programme
Roles and responsibilities
Regulatory requirements
TWCTC
Duration
2 days
Grant
100

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
CITB Site Safety Plus certificate.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Temporary Works Supervisor

This course will provide you with a
thorough knowledge of the role of a
temporary works supervisor including
a sound understanding of the risk
management of temporary works.
Code
Site
Safety Plus
NEW
Communication methods
Preparing for movement
This course is a combination of

classroom-based tutorials and
practicals. Candidates will be
assessed via theory and practical tests.
G
uidance of plant and vehicle
movement.
Entry requirements
You must have experience in being
responsible for managing all forms of
temporary works. You must also have
written English. If you have any concerns
in this area, please call us on
0344 994 4433.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Code
TWS01
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
P
lant types, limitations, hazards
and stability factors
Work management traffic plan
Proximity hazards
Safe positioning
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Excavation Support for Timber Trenches and Shafts

Code
CEW01
Duration
5 days
Grant
250

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Digging trenches and shafts is one of the

most hazardous jobs on a construction
site. This practical course is designed to
teach inexperienced operatives the safest
excavation and trenching techniques, in
line with current legislation. Youll learn
how to overcome problems caused by
the weather, different soil types and
groundwater. This course is designed
for operatives who have little or no
experience in supporting trenches and
shafts.
Course programme
Recognition of soil structures
Effects of weathering
Application of appropriate methods
of hand or mechanical means of
excavation
Overcoming problems due to varying
ground conditions and services
Erection of trench sheets or timbers

to shallow or medium trenches using
hit and miss, pinchers and close
sheeting methods and drive metal
trench sheeting
Correct support of shafts in loose
ground
Awareness of how to overcome
groundwater problems
Awareness of the various proprietary
systems and their usage
Awareness of the importance of safe
methods of working and conforming to
relevant safety regulations
The principles of backfilling and striking
Legislation and inspection log sheets.
Entry requirements


Practical skills training takes up 80% of
this course; there are also classroombased tutorials.
certificate.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Further training
Further qualifications include Excavation
Support Using Hydraulic Proprietary
Shoring course see below.
Excavation Support Using Hydraulic Proprietary Shoring

Code
CAL93
Duration
3 days
Grant
150

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course gives you practical and

technical knowledge of proprietary
shoring systems for trenches and shafts.
It also includes training in relevant
legislation.
Course programme
Practical and technical knowledge
relating to proprietary shoring
equipment for trenches and shafts
Relevant aspects of regulations.
Entry requirements

A combination of practicals.
certificate.
Book now
citb.co.uk/specialist or call us on
0344 994 4433.
Further training
Safe Entry into Confined Spaces course
page 52.
EUSR Utilities Excavation Support Categories 3 and 4

Course programme
T
heory sessions on legislation, health
and safety requirements, different
shoring systems, soil conditions, the
effects of weather and water and
service drawings
A combination of classroom-based theory

and practical sessions with ongoing tutor
observation/assessment. There is a short
written test to be completed at the end of
day two.
P
ractical activities on the installation
of shallow trench and small hydraulic
frame, push and dig or timber trench
with two frames (dependent upon which
sector) reinforcing the correct use of
CAT/use of drawings for cable location
and the installation of a trench box.
Entry requirements
Registration for the Energy and Utilities

Skills Register (EUSR) card endorsed with
the category three and four excavation
scheme for a period of five years.
Course programme
T
heory sessions on legislation, health
and safety requirements, different
shoring systems and choosing the
correct system, soil conditions, angle of
repose and the effects of weather/water
and service drawings
Duration
2 days
Grant
100

Supervisors
Managers
Directors

0344 994 4433.
Further training
New Roads and Street Works Operatives
or Supervisor courses pages 46 to 47.
NEW
P
ractical activities on the installation of
shallow trench (small hydraulic frame
and MAP Box), installation of small shaft
braces, the correct use of CAT and use
of drawings for cable location, push and
dig exercise, the installation of a trench
box and the installation of a slit trench.
Entry requirements
Registration for the Energy and Utilities

Skills Register (EUSR) card endorsed with
the category five excavation scheme for a
period of five years.

TBA
Book now
EUSR Utilities Excavation Support Category 5

Designed for utilities operatives and
supervisors working in environments
where more complex excavation shoring
activities are required, this course meets
the requirements of the National Skills
for Power category five excavations
standard using hydraulic proprietary
shoring equipment and to greater ground
depths. The course builds on developing
the competencies required in the above
category three and four course and
moves on to cover hydraulic frame shaft
bracing.
Code

and practical sessions with ongoing tutor
observation/assessment. There is a short
written test to be completed at the end of
day two.
Code
TBA
Duration
4 days
Grant
200

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Developed in conjunction with our

major utilities construction customers,
this course delivers assessed outcome
training against the National Skills
Academy for Power and EU Skills
categories three and four for the safe
shoring of excavations. This two-day
training course is intended for those
who perform excavation operations
and who have limited knowledge and
understanding of safe methods of
supporting excavations. This course can
also be used as a periodic refresher for
knowledge and skills. The course also
covers the correct assembly and safe use
of trench boxes.
NEW
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Further training
New Roads and Street Works Operatives
or Supervisor courses pages 46 to 47.
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Level 2 Award in Working in Medium Risk Confined Spaces Water (6150/02)
Code
LT121
Duration
2 days
Grant
100

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course is designed for workers who

need to enter and work in a confined
space that is free of hazardous gas at the
time of entry. You will learn health and
safety procedures to reduce the danger
involved in working in confined spaces.
Course programme

Legislation
Confined spaces
A safe atmosphere
Safety equipment
Breathing apparatus saving sets
Safe methods of work, including permits
to work
Hygiene.
Entry requirements

Classroom-based tutorials and practicals.
City & Guilds 6150/02 certificate.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Supervisors and Engineers: Concrete Appreciation

Code
CCW03
Duration
3 days
Grant
150

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course provides the practical and

technical knowledge and skills you need
to supervise and control concreting
activities effectively. This course is
suitable for supervisors, site managers
and concrete foremen.
Course programme

Properties of concrete
Quality control of materials to include:
aggregate grading
moisture testing
AIV
The testing of plastic concrete to

include:
slump
compression cubes
air meter
flow table
doc
The testing of hardened concrete
Mix design
Non-destructive testing.
Entry requirements
of spoken and written English. Please
contact us if you have any concerns in
this area.

and practicals.
certificate.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
New Entrants/Graduates Core Trade Awareness

However, many higher education students enter the industry
lacking the trade awareness skills that will enable them to
perform at the highest level on site. This course provides a
wealth of knowledge and experience in the core construction
trades and is often referred to as a rite of passage for graduates
into the industry.
Course programme:

Steelfixing
Formwork
Concrete
Excavations support
Brickwork
Drainage.
Code
GRAD05
Duration
5 days
Grant
250

on a Training Plan only
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Entry requirements
You will need a reasonable level of mobility and the
ability to lift and move loads. You will also need a good
understanding of spoken and written English. Please
contact us if you have any concerns in this area.

A combination of practical and hands-on tutorials.
CITB National Construction College certificate.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
citb.co.uk/training
The recruitment of graduates and undergraduates into the

construction industry is seen as vital for introducing the skills of
talented individuals to our sector.
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Disc Mounting Tuition

Code
CRL04
Duration
day
Grant
25
These courses are available in-company and provide training in the safe mounting
of abrasive wheels and discs

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Disc Mounting Tuition

and Practical Skills
Training
Code
CRL04
Duration
1 day
Grant
50
Abrasive Wheels
Course programme
Relevant regulations
Different types of wheels and discs and
their functions
Approved methods of inspecting and
storing equipment.
Practical/hands-on classroom sessions

or tutorials.
Entry requirements
Book now

this area.
certificate.
0344 994 4433.

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Abrasive Wheels Safe Use of Petrol Driven Cut-off Saws

Code
TBA
Duration
day
Grant
25

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
STIHL GB, SKANSKA and CITBs Cskills

Awards have joined forces to develop a
new training programme and accompanying
video to promote the safe use of petrol
driven cut-off saws in the construction
industry.
This course will cover all aspects of how
to use a petrol driven cut-off saw safely
and will include everything from selecting
and fitting PPE, operating the machine and
re-fuelling through to safe transportation.
Successful completion of this course will
enable operatives to use a petrol driven
cut-off saw safely.
NEW
Bespoke design abrasive

wheels courses are available
from NCC and delivered
around the UK on a trainer
day-rate basis.
Call 0344 994 4433
for more details.
External Wall Insulation (EWI) Pre-Course (Novices/New Entrants)

Course programme
The Green Deal, what it is about and
how it works
The importance of, and delivery of,
good customer care
Health and safety issues including PPE,
working at height, asbestos awareness,
manual handling and power tools
including abrasive wheels
Basic trowel skills to complete render
base coats and top coat finishes.
You will have an introduction to:

The different boards used within the
industry including size and thermal
efficiency
The impact of substrate condition on
the fixing process
Fixing processes and patterns/bonds
various types of fixing, beads and
components
The tool requirement for the cutting and
fixing of boards
The implications of poor workmanship
Material safe storage procedures
Tool requirements and their uses
Shelf life for bagged and bucket products
Different types of base/top coats and
finishes, including awareness of the
techniques to mix and apply them.
Entry requirements
You will need a reasonable level of mobility
and the ability to lift and move loads. You
will also need a good understanding of
spoken and written English. Please contact
us if you have any concerns in this area.

and practicals.
Code
EWBIP
Duration
5 days
Grant
250

Supervisors
Managers
Directors

certificate.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Further training
Installer see below.
Internal Wall Insulation

(IWI) course, developed
in partnership with British
Gypsum, also available.
Call 0344 994 4433
for more details.
External Wall Insulation (EWI) Boarder Installer

This course will provide you with the
knowledge, understanding and ability to
detail and install EWI boards to correct
standards and procedures.
Course programme
how it works
good customer care
Health and safety issues including
correct PPE
The different boards used within the
industry including size and thermal
efficiency
the fixing process
Fixing processes and patterns/bonds
Various types of fixing, beads and

components
Identifying the tool requirement for the
cutting and fixing of boards
Material safe storage procedures.

Entry requirements
You must have either attended the EWI

Pre-Course (Novices/New Entrants), have
a construction based NVQ/SVQ or have
substantial demonstrable experience
in the construction sector, including
asbestos awareness, working at height
and on scaffolding and use of power
tools. The course involves a high level of
practical installation so you will need a
reasonable level of mobility and the ability
to lift and move loads. You must also have

and practicals.
certificate.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Code
EWIBIC
Duration
2 days
Grant
100

Supervisors
Managers
Directors

knowledge, understanding and ability to
install and finish EWI systems to correct
standards and procedures.
Further training
External Wall Insulation (EWI) Render/
Finisher page 56.
citb.co.uk/training
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External Wall Insulation (EWI) Render/Finisher

Code
EWIRFC
Duration
2 days
Grant
100

Supervisors
Managers
Directors

knowledge, understanding and ability
to apply EWI render base/top coats and
various finishings to correct standards
and procedures.
Course programme
how it works
good customer care
Health and safety issues including PPE
The different types of base/top coats
and finishes, and the techniques to mix
and apply them
the fixing process
Tool requirements and their uses
Material safe storage procedures

and shelf life for bagged and bucket
products
Different types of base/top coats and
finishes, and the techniques for mixing
and applying them including
curing/drying times.
Entry requirements
You must have either attended the EWI
Pre-Course (Novices/New Entrants), have
a construction based NVQ/SVQ or have
substantial demonstrable experience
in the construction sector, including
asbestos awareness, working at height
and on scaffolding and use of power
tools. The course involves a high level of
practical installation so you will need a
reasonable level of mobility and the ability
to lift and move loads. You must also have
Passive House Tradesperson Accredited Course

Code
TBA
Duration
5 days
Grant
250*

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Additional funding may be available for eligible

employers call us for more details.
In partnership with the Passive House

Academy, we are able to offer the
worlds first accredited Passive House
Tradespersons course from NCCs
training centre at Glasgow. The course is
a blend of classroom-based theory and
practical workshop training. It provides
you with the knowledge and skills in
readiness to enter the PassivHaus Institut
international exam which will be available
from our Glasgow centre four times a
year.
This course addresses the key risks to
maintaining the passive house standard
whilst in the construction phase of building
and subsequently whilst tradespeople
are undertaking future maintenance and
construction repair works.


and practicals.
certificate.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Further training
Installer page 55.
NEW
Course programme
Entry requirements
P
assive house design and background
Passive house design principles
Insulation, U-values and thermal
bridging
U-value calculation
Airtightness and airtightness testing
Windows and doors on a passive house
Mechanical ventilation and heat
recovery systems
Workshop practical exercises on
insulation, airtightness and passive
house testing.


A combination of classroom-based
theory and practical sessions with an end
assessment.
Completion of the PassivHaus Institut
exam for international accreditation.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
By identifying health and safety as a

business priority and educating and training
employees, you can create a safer, more
efficient working environment.
All of our Health and Safety courses are
designed to help you:
Improve your bottom line
Avoid litigation
Stay compliant.
Health and Safety
For information
on course prices,
please see our
separate price
list or visit
citb.co.uk/training
Course locations nationwide

We can carry out multiple
tests at your site to ensure that
your team passes their CITB Health,
safety and environment (HS&E) test.
Over 500,000 people take the
test every year find out more
at citb.co.uk/hsandetest
For detailed information about the locations,

We also offer in-company training.
More information is available on page 7.
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Health and Safety Awareness

Code
MT603
Duration
1 day
Grant
50
Health and Safety

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course can now be taken

as part of the qualification for a
CSCS Labourer Card (Green Card)
together with HS&E test.
Site
Safety Plus
This one-day course is for those who

have entered, or are about to enter,
the construction and civil engineering
industry. The course gives you an
awareness of health and safety and how
it affects your daily role. It can be used as
preparation training for the CITB Health,
safety and environment (HS&E) test or
as refresher training. This course is the
first step in the progressive CITB Site
Safety Plus suite of courses that range
from training for operatives entering the
industry up to senior manager/director.
How everyone can help achieve better

practical standards of safety on site
Legal requirements and liabilities
Working at height
Manual handling
Fire prevention
Work equipment
Occupational health.
Entry requirements
Course programme

this area.
Your responsibilities for your own safety

and the safety of others
Typical construction hazards and how
these are controlled
This is a highly interactive course

delivered by means of case studies,
classroom discussion, group work
Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS)

Code
MT604
Duration
2 days
Grant
100

This two-day course introduces site

supervisors to their legal responsibilities
regarding health, safety, welfare and
environmental issues. The United
Kingdom Contractors Group (UKCG)
recognises this course as meeting the
required standard for all supervisors
working on UKCG sites.
Course programme
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
The Health and Safety at Work Act

Specific site issues that challenge
supervisors on a daily basis
Effective toolbox talks
Supervision of occupational health
Behavioural safety.
and individual/group presentations.

You will be continuously assessed and
required to successfully complete a
multiple-choice test.
Book now
For available dates, or to book, go to
0344 994 4433.
Further training
Further qualifications include the Site
Supervisors Safety Training Scheme
(SSSTS). See below.
Site
Safety Plus
Entry requirements
Book now

this area.

0344 994 4433.
This qualification must be renewed

every five years by attending the
SSSTS Refresher course, see page 59.
Further qualifications include the Site
Management Safety Training Scheme
(SMSTS) on page 59 and the Construction
ILM Award on page 73.

Further training
Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) Refresher
Course programme
How health and safety law is structured
How the supervisory role fits in with the
managers role in controlling the site
safely
Understanding the need for method
statements
Communication routes within site

activity
Behavioural safety
Supervision of occupational health.

Entry requirements
You must hold a valid Site Supervisors

Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) certificate,
which has been gained within the last
five years. You must also have a good

Book now
0344 994 4433.
Code
MT604R
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Further training
A natural progression would be the
five-day Site Management Safety Training
Scheme (SMSTS) course below or the
Construction ILM Award on page 73.
Site
Safety Plus
Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)

This five-day course provides project
managers, site managers and supervisors,
business proprietors and client-based
personnel with the knowledge and skills
to enable them to ensure healthy and safe
conditions for construction site employees.
The United Kingdom Contractors Group
(UKCG) recognises this course as meeting
the required standard for all managers
Course programme
The Health and Safety at Work Act
Construction Design and Management
(CDM) Regulations
Risk assessments/method statements
Recent changes in accepted working
practices
Behavioural safety
Management of occupational health
Electricity
Excavations
Working at height
Scaffolding
Demolition
Confined spaces.
Book now
Code
LT516/ST017

0344 994 4433.
Duration
5 days (block or day release

available)
Grant
250
Entry requirements
Further training

this area.

every five years by attending the SMSTS
Refresher course.

Further qualifications include the National

Examination Board in Occupational Safety
and Health (NEBOSH) National Certificate
in Construction Health and Safety on page
62, Construction ILM Award on page 73
and the Site Environmental Awareness
Training Scheme (SEATS) on page 61.
Health and Safety
This one-day course will reinforce

and update your knowledge
and understanding of your legal
responsibilities regarding health, safety,
welfare and environmental issues. The
United Kingdom Contractors Group
(UKCG) recognises this course as meeting
the required standard for all supervisors
Site
Safety Plus

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
citb.co.uk/training
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Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) Refresher

Code
LT216
Duration
2 days
Grant
100

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This two-day course aims to refresh your understanding of your

key responsibilities and accountability for site safety, health,
welfare and the environment, enabling you to provide healthy
and safe working conditions for everyone on site. The United
Kingdom Contractors Group (UKCG) recognises this course
as meeting the required standard for all managers working on
UKCG sites.
Course programme
The current focus of the Health and Safety Executives attention
Risk assessment and method statements
Construction, Design and Management (CDM) Regulations
Site
Safety Plus
Construction Site Health, Safety and Welfare (CDM part 4)

Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences
Regulations (RIDDOR)
Behavioural safety
Occupational health
Overview and changes to the current legislation affecting
construction.
Entry requirements
You must hold a valid SMSTS certificate, which has been gained
within the last five years. This qualification must be renewed
every five years by attending this SMSTS Refresher course. You
must also have a good understanding of spoken and written
English. Please contact us if you have any concerns in this area.
Health and Safety
This is a highly interactive course delivered by means of case

studies, classroom discussion, group work and individual/group
presentations. You will be continuously assessed and required to
successfully complete a multiple-choice test.
Book now
For available dates or to book, go to citb.co.uk/training or call us
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Further qualifications include the National Examination Board in
Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) National Certificate
in Construction Health and Safety on page 62, the Construction
ILM Award on page 73 and the Site Environmental Awareness
Training Scheme (SEATS) on page 61.
Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme (SEATS)
Course programme
Youll understand how each of the
following issues affects work on
construction sites:
Best practice techniques and legal
compliance
The environment and why it matters
Environmental management systems
Waste management
Pollution prevention and water
management
How to be a good neighbour: statutory

nuisance, communication, archaeology
and heritage
Energy and resources
Being a responsible contractor.
Each session ends with key dos
and donts, plus sources of further
information.
You will receive a copy of the new CITB

publication GE 700 (Environmental
section) for further reference.
Entry requirements

0344 994 4433.

this area.

SEATS
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Book now
Directors Role for Health and Safety

This one-day course aims to highlight
the human, economic and financial
implications of non-compliance with
health and safety legislation. You can
discover how to promote a positive
health and safety culture within your
organisation. Youll be encouraged to
explore your legal responsibilities and
consider how boardroom decisions
impact on the health and safety of your
workforce and there will be open-forum
workshops to facilitate stimulating
discussion. The United Kingdom
Contractors Group (UKCG) recognises
this course as meeting the required
standard for all directors working on
UKCG sites.
Code
Health and Safety
This one-day course is suitable for

staff with management or supervisory
responsibilities. It meets the basic
environmental knowledge that the
sub-contract chain is required to prove
to major contractors. It covers the
environmental aspects of the CITB Health,
safety and environment (HS&E) test.
Site
Safety Plus
Site
Safety Plus
Course programme
Entry requirements
Moral and human costs and the

implications of decisions made in the
boardroom
The economic implications of an unsafe
working environment
Legal responsibilities with regards to
health and safety
The principles and importance of the
risk assessment process
Acquiring competent health and safety
assistance and the limitations of such
an appointment
The basic tools of introducing a
proactive health and safety culture.
You must have a good understanding of


and tutorials. You will be continuously
assessed throughout the day and will
have to complete a multiple-choice test.
Code
DRHS1
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Further training
Construction ILM Award on page 73.
citb.co.uk/training
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National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health

(NEBOSH) National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety
Code
MT614
Duration
15 days. Exams held on

separate days.
Grant
750

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Health and Safety
This course is aimed at managers/advisers who hold senior line

management responsibilities for the safety of others within the
workforce. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of both
individual and organisational health and safety responsibilities.
It is useful if youre considering a change of career into
construction health and safety.
Course programme

Foundations in health and safety policy and organisation

Promoting a positive health and safety culture
Risk assessment and principles of control
Monitoring, review and audit
Incident and accident investigation and reporting

Construction law and management
Management and controlling hazards in construction activities.
Entry requirements
You should have completed some health and safety training at
supervisory/management level within the last five years. You
must also have a good understanding of spoken and written

There is ongoing assessment throughout the 15-day course,
which takes place in a classroom environment. At the end of
the course, youll undertake two written examinations and a
workplace practical examination.
(NEBOSH) National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety.
Book now
For available dates or to book, call us on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Visit the NEBOSH website nebosh.org.uk
Globally recognised
qualifications

(NEBOSH) National Certificate in the Management of Health
and Well-being
Course programme
Identifying risks to health at work
Managing sickness absence and
implementing a return to work
programme
Prevention and management of work
related stress
Promotion of workplace health
Understanding disability discrimination
and protecting health at work
Dealing with mental health at work
Working effectively with health
professionals.

The course is delivered over five days
in a classroom environment. Ongoing
assessment will take place throughout
the five days.The course concludes with
one written examination and a workplace
practical examination.
Management of Health and Well-being.
Book now
Globally recognised
qualifications
Code
LT543
Duration
5 days. Exams held on

separate days.
Grant
250

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
For available dates or to book call us on

0344 994 4433.
Further training
Visit the NEBOSH website, nebosh.org.uk
Health and Safety
This five-day course is suitable for general

managers, supervisors, HR managers
and safety professionals who have
responsibility for and involvement in the
health and well-being of employees. It will
help develop the skills and knowledge
required to tackle health and well-being
at work.You will gain a comprehensive
understanding of both individual and
organisational responsibilities.
Entry requirements
You should have completed some
health and safety training at supervisory/
management level within the last five
years. You must also have a good
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Code
DTWMP
Duration
6 half-day modules
Grant
25 per module

This course consists of a suite of six

key half-day modules which aim to
raise awareness of the potential health
risks faced by construction employees.
Improve your knowledge of occupational
health issues and discover how changing
attitudes towards health risks at work can
benefit the workforce.
Course programme
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
The Occupational Health Stay Well

at Work course consists of six half-day
modules:
Health and Safety
Lifestyle. Examine the importance of

well-being and how this affects work and
home life
Noise. Find out how the human ear

works and discover steps you can take to
protect your hearing
Vibration. Investigate the hazards and
risks caused by vibration from hand-held
tools, plus how to reduce the effects
Breathing. Learn to recognise and avoid
the substances and circumstances that
trigger respiratory problems
Skin. Examine the diseases that affect
the bodys largest organ and what you
can do to protect against them
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD).
Look at the health impact caused by
injuries to the muscles, joints, tendons or
spinal discs and how to avoid them.

Code
GAL02
Duration
day
Grant
25

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This half-day Asbestos Awareness UKATA

Certified course will provide an awareness
of how to reduce your risk of developing
asbestos-related diseases. It provides
essential health and safety information for
construction employees who spend time
in buildings that could contain asbestos
and includes procedures for dealing with
unexpected situations.
Course programme

Asbestos hazards and risks

Where asbestos materials can be found
Legislation and guidance
Everyones role in reducing risks
Procedures for dealing with unexpected
situations
Asbestos risk management.
Entry requirements
this area.
UKATA certificate of training.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Entry requirements
this area.

This course is delivered via in-company
training. You will be continuously
assessed throughout the courses, via
group activities and case study exercises.
certificate.
Book now
For available dates or to book,
go to citb.co.uk/training or call us on
0344 994 4433.

Course programme

Legal requirements and liabilities

Hazards and control measures
Implementation of risk assessments
Ladders and stepladders
Scaffolding and other working
platforms.
Entry requirements

this area.

certificate.

The course is available online via a PC or
laptop. The course must be completed
within 60 days following online enrolment.
You can enter and exit at any time within
the 60 days to complete the course. The
entire course is 2-3 hours long and must
be completed before sitting the final exam.
Book now
For information on how to book this
course, call us on 0344 994 4433.
Code
TBA
Duration
day
Grant
Prior approval is required to

claim through your Training Plan
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Health and Safety
This online course will provide candidates

with the knowledge and understanding
required to safely work at height on
ladders, scaffolding and other platforms.
citb.co.uk/training
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Environmental Management Systems at Site Level

Code
ES101
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Health and Safety
This one-day, in-company course provides you with an

introduction to Environmental Management Systems. It is suitable
for site managers, supervisors, owners of small to medium
construction firms, construction managers and project managers.
Entry requirements
You will discover how to improve the environmental performance

of your business by analysing the environmental and social
impact of your organisation and its activities both on site and at
the office. You will also find out how to manage the associated
environmental risks and inspire colleagues to implement best
practice and preventative and control measures on site.
Learning via classroom-based tutorials and interactive activities,

you will be continuously assessed throughout
the day.
Course programme
The environmental issues associated with construction
businesses
The different types of Environmental Management Systems
(EMSs) and Site Environmental Management Plans (SEMPs)
Environmental aspects and impacts associated with
their activities
Significant impacts related to their activities
and ways to ensure mitigation measures are
in place
How to implement SEMPs on site
How to communicate the key
elements of a SEMP to colleagues
on site, motivate staff and promote
positive action.
You will need a good understanding of spoken and written

Book now
For further information, or to book, call us on 0344 994 4433.
External Wall Insulation

courses are available, see
pages 55 to 56.
Site Environmental Awareness
available, see page 61.
Course programme
The different types, nature and quantities of waste
How to improve the management of waste
Legal responsibilities for waste and its impact on a construction
project
How legislation, in particular the duty of care, helps to promote
best practice in waste management
How to reduce, reuse and recycle waste to save money and
reduce its environmental impact
How to conduct basic waste audits
How to produce a Site Waste
Management Plan
The roles and responsibilities
of waste regulators.
Entry requirements

Learning via classroom-based tutorials and interactive activities,
you will be continuously assessed throughout the day.
Book now
Code
ES102
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
For further information, or to book, call us on 0344 994 4433.
Health and Safety
This in-company course will provide you with a comprehensive

explanation of waste management and reduction techniques.
You will explore individual and organisational waste management
responsibilities and discover how you can improve the
management of waste at site level. You will also review your
current waste management practices and develop new
approaches to reducing waste on site.
Our stand-alone publication, Construction

site safety E: Environment provides
authoritative advice on all the important
areas of the environment within the
existing legal framework and industry
requirements. Order your copy now from
citb.co.uk/publications
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Regulations (CDM Regs) will come into force
from 6 April 2015 and will affect the roles
and responsibilities of companies and clients
involved in construction projects across England,
Scotland and Wales.
CITB is supporting the production of a series
of Industry Guidance Documents that explain
the responsibilities of each key duty-holder as
defined by the CDM Regulations. These will be
available on citb.co.uk/cdmregs from early
January 2015.
A consultation document is available to view on
HSEs site that indicates, in general terms, what
the changes will be. This can be found at
hse.gov.uk/consult/condocs/cd261.htm
Changes proposed to CDM 2015:
To simplify the structure of the regulations
Replace the Approved Code of Practice
(ACoP) with targeted guidance
Introduce the new role of principal designer
in place of the CDM-C
Introduce the need to demonstrate specific
skills and training rather than competence, the
industrys understanding of which is varied to
say the least.
Register now for the National Construction

College CDM Regulations 2015 Principle
Changes Workshop.
We will be running a series of two hour
workshops in early 2015 across the UK
to support organisations and to help them
understand their new responsibilities following
the regulation change.
To register your interest in our workshops and
receive the latest dates and locations, email us
your details to ncc@citb.co.uk and enter CDM
Reg Workshops in the subject line. Alternatively
call us on 0344 994 4433.
In addition to the courses outlined in

this section, the following courses and
programmes may also be available.
Call 0344 994 4433 for details.
Fairness, Inclusion and Respect:
Operatives in Construction
Fairness, Inclusion and Respect:
Supervisors and Line Managers in
Construction
Management and Leadership Diagnostic
Programme.
A fully trained management team has

many benefits, including increased
motivation and productivity which, in turn,
have a positive impact on the profitability
of your business. We provide the very best
in Leadership and Management training.
Our courses focus on technical and soft
skills and are specifically designed for the
needs of the construction industry.
For information
on course prices,
please see our
separate price
list or visit
citb.co.uk/training

We also offer in-company training, more
information is available on page 7.
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Our Leadership and Management courses help people to develop the right skills,
acquire new experiences and learn how to adapt their behaviour around core
leadership concepts. Our blended learning approach, using a combination of
e-learning and practical experience, means that candidates are only off site for a
short period.
Leadership and Management National Hub

The National Skills Academy for Construction (NSAfC)
Leadership and Management Hub offers a range of cutting
edge courses. Its blended approach to learning includes
experiential and virtual environments, helping participants
to gain real-life skills and an understanding of the broader
context. In fact, whatever your companys business needs,
we can create a bespoke training programme to
match. From team-building courses through
to fast-track leadership courses, it pays
to come to the National Construction
College. We also offer quality blended
learning solutions to save money on
travelling costs.
Team Development
Our team-building events can take
place over a half or full day and
are designed around individual
company outcomes. These
energising events include a series
of experiential indoor and outdoor
challenges. The environment
helps teams to develop a positive
and can do attitude, creating a
lasting impact on performance when
they return to the workplace.
Personality Assessment
We can provide either online or paper-based team profiles
based on the Strength Deployment Inventory (SDI) or
the MiRo Behavioural Assessment tools. These can be
used together with experiential learning to enhance team
performance by helping individuals to recognise their own
strengths and the strengths of others.
We can also provide MBTI (Myers Briggs Type Indicator)
online personality assessment. MBTI provides an
understanding of the differences between the personality
types, which in turn helps to improve working and
personal relationships in a constructive way. The MBTI
framework can be used for many applications, including
personal development, team building, coaching,
communications and project management.
Level 3/4 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Supervision

Course programme
This course involves classroom tuition

and workshops. During each session
you will identify the evidence you need
to gather from your workplace to create
a portfolio. There will be an assessment
workshop plus a one-day, one to one on
site assessment.
Introduction and health and safety

Leadership and management
Communication and customer care
Environment and sustainability
Planning, programming and logistics
Resource management (cost, cash and
risk)
Assessment workshop.
Entry requirements
You should be working as a site
supervisor or assistant site manager in
building and civil engineering, highways
maintenance and repair, residential
development, conservation or demolition.
Before being accepted onto the course,
you will need to complete a questionnaire
and take part in an informal discussion.
Code
CSSL3
Duration
7 days (1 day modules over

9 months)
Grant
400
400 per achievement


Supervision.
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Supervisory CSCS Gold Card.
Book now
For available dates, or to book, call us
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Management below.
Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management

The course is intended for construction
site managers who are looking to achieve
an NVQ management qualification through
a formal traditional course. The seven oneday modules will fit around the demands
of a busy work schedule. A high level of
support is provided to help you satisfy
the NVQ requirements. Youll gain the
confidence to carry out your management
responsibilities efficiently and effectively.
Entry requirements
You must be working in the role of a

construction site manager in building and
civil engineering, highways maintenance
and repair, residential development,
conservation or demolition. Before being
accepted onto the course, you will need
to complete a questionnaire and take part
in an informal discussion.

Management.
Course programme
This course involves classroom tuition

and workshops. During each session
you will identify the evidence you need
to gather from your workplace to create
a portfolio. There will be an assessment
workshop plus a one-day, one to one on
site assessment.
Introduction and health and safety

Communication and customer care
Environment and sustainability
Planning, programming and logistics
Resource management (cost, cash
and risk)
Assessment workshop.
Management CSCS Black Card.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Code
CSML6
Duration
7 days (1 day modules over

9 months)
Grant
400
This modular course is designed for

construction site supervisors and assistant
site managers who want to achieve
an NVQ supervisory qualification. The
Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Construction
Site Supervision is aimed at learners
working for a principal contractor, but
sub-contractor supervisors can also
attend this course but will complete the
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Occupational
Work Supervision. The seven one-day
modules will fit around the demands of
a busy work schedule. A high level of
support is provided to help you satisfy
the NVQ requirements. Youll gain the
confidence to carry out your supervisory
responsibilities efficiently and effectively.

400 per achievement

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
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Strategy
Code
EMP23
Duration
2 days
Grant
100


Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course is intended for managers in

construction. It will help you to evaluate
the potential costs and benefits of
different business and organisational
strategies. It will simulate the world of
senior management, generating much
of the information normally available to
senior managers. It also provides a
risk-free environment in which to develop,
evaluate and implement ideas, involving
factors such as the design of the reporting
structure, job descriptions and personnel
issues.
Course programme
The link between business strategy and
operations
The consequences of decisions made
and their impact across the business
How specific strategies affect finance,
marketing, tendering, human resources
and production
The role of leadership, teamwork and

decision-making in formulating and
pursuing achievable strategies
The business cycle (from getting work
to getting paid)
The interpersonal and management
skills needed for effective and efficient
team-working, communication and
delegation.
Entry requirements
certificate.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Business Improvement in Construction
courses:

this area.

page 75

page 76

classroom discussion and group work.

page 75
Fairness, Inclusion and Respect: Senior Managers and Directors

in Construction
Code
FIRM1
Duration
day
Grant
25

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course is intended for senior

managers and directors in construction.
This intensive course will give you an
understanding and overview of fairness,
inclusion and respect. It provides an
insight into the business benefits of
developing a fair, inclusive and respectful
workplace along with ways to promote
fairer and more effective working
practices.
Course programme
The business benefits of promoting
and developing fairness, respect and
inclusion and sustainability
Completing pre-qualification
questionnaires (PQQ)
How to tackle discrimination, including

harassment in the workplace
Your legal obligations and the Equality
Act 2010
Strategy to promote fairness, inclusion
and respect
Developing an inclusive culture in the
construction workplace (site and office).
Entry requirements

on 0344 994 4433.

this area.
You will be assessed through a short

multiple-choice test at the end of the
session.
certificate.
Book now
Construction ILM Level 3 Award in Leadership and

Management Practice for the Construction and Built Environment Sector
The course comprises two units:
Entry Requirements
Unit 8611-300: Leadership and

Management Practice for the Construction
and Built Environment Sector
Unit 8611-301: Delivery of Site
Operations and Logistics.

this area.
Course programme
ILM Award in Leadership and

Management Practice for the
Construction and Built Environment
Sector.

Safety, health, environment and quality
management
Planning and monitoring work
Allocating work to team members
Improving team performance.
Book now
for the Construction and Built Environment Sector
Course programme
Roles and responsibilities of a site
supervisor or team leader
Quality management
Health and safety
Planning work on site
Putting team members to work
Establishing an effective team
Improving the performance of a team
Identifying future trends within your

sector, and identifying and planning
an improvement plan to help your
company thrive and grow
Improving report writing skills.
Entry requirements
It is highly recommended that participants
should already possess or be working
towards holding one or more of the
following pre-requisites in order to meet
the industry standard requirements to
be able to work on site:
CITB Health, safety and environment
(HS&E) test
CSCS Blue Card
CILM
Duration
4 days
Grant
600

400 per achievement
Supervisors
Managers
Directors

on 0344 994 4433.
Construction ILM Level 3 Certificate in Leadership

and Management Practice
The ILM Level 3 Certificate in Leadership
and Management Practice for the
Construction and Built Environment Sector
aims to give practising site managers and
supervisors the foundation for their formal
development in this role. The qualification
does this by developing basic leadership
and management skills.
Code
Site Management Safety Training

Scheme (SMSTS)
PQP Yellow and White Card
Triple bar nuclear new build sites test
CCNSG Safety Passport Tunnel Safety
Card
Scheme (CPCS) Card.
Assesment and training

You will need to use a computer to
produce and submit your assignment.
If you can bring a laptop with you during
the course it would help you to complete
your assignment.
ILM Level 3 Certificate in Leadership and
Management Practice for the Construction
and Built Environment Sector.
NEW
Code
CILM03
Duration
8 days
Grant
700*

50 per day for training days only*
400 per achievement
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This qualification is suitable for

subcontractors, gangers, foremen, team
leaders, supervisors and site managers and is
aimed at providing higher calibre leadership
and management practices. Working
closely with the Institute of Leadership and
Management (ILM), the National Construction
College has produced this new construction
specific ILM qualification. The ILM Level
3 Award is suitable for anyone requiring a
thorough understanding of management
and leadership principles to effectively lead,
supervise and safely manage people across
the many different industry sub-sectors within
the expanding built environment sector.
Further training
Further units will enable candidates to
achieve the nuclear or tunnelling specific
units or progress to the CILM Diploma.
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ILM Level 3 Award in Leadership and Management

Code
ILMLM3
Duration
5 days
Grant
250


Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course is intended for practising

or aspiring first line managers or team
leaders in construction with the ability to
meet the assessment demands. If you are
a first line manager or practising team
leader, this course will help you develop
the knowledge and skills you need to
manage your team.
It is suitable for those working in
construction who have management
responsibilities but no formal training;
practising team managers who want
to move up; and managers facing
organisational change. You will learn
about vision, strategy and how to become
an effective leader.
Course programme
Entry requirements
Recognise problems and identify

solutions
Demonstrate, plan, implement and
communicate decisions
Identify different leadership and
management styles
Recognise the role of trust in effective
team leadership
Identify why organisations need a
vision, mission and strategy
Understand how to develop team
objectives to support a strategy
Identify the role of effective
communication in conveying the vision
message
Establish techniques for communicating
vision, goals and objectives.

this area.

You will be set a number of written
assignments, following support
throughout the course.
Management.
Book now
For available dates or to book, call us
on 0344 994 4433.
Building Information Modelling (BIM)

Code
BIMW1
Duration
day
Grant
25

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This workshop is intended for all SMEs

and Tier 1 and 2 subcontractors. The
aim of the workshop is to help you
understand the real issues surrounding
BIM and, as the construction industry
moves towards the Government target
of BIM implementation by 2016, how it
might be of benefit to you in the short,
medium and long term.
Course programme
BIM: the key topics and the benefits to
be gained from its adoption
The technology surrounding BIM
The impact of using BIM and how you
might progress with it in your working
practices
How to review your current and future

position in relation to BIM
Other software tools available to the
construction industry
How to start using BIM on projects.
Entry requirements
this area.

This course provides a combination of
face to face sessions in a classroom
environment and group work.
certificate
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.

All of these factors affect the performance

of the business. This course helps you
work towards achieving a steady flow
by improving your market position and
working through a plan to capitalise on it.
Course programme
Analysis of your businesss strengths

and weaknesses
Understanding your competition
Identifying your market
Understanding relevant sales legislation
and contract law
Sales strategies to grow your business
Introducing a business development
culture
Customer service and managing client
accounts
Identifying service delivery processes.

Entry requirements
certificate.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Code
BICUMSM1
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Further training
Finance, Costing and Pricing below;
page 76.

This course is intended for owners and
senior managers of small and medium
businesses who wish to improve their
skills and understanding of the financial
aspects of their business.
It has never been more important for
business owners and senior managers to
understand good financial management
of the construction process, from
tendering right through to managing costs
and agreeing the final account. In todays
market, it is essential that construction
businesses understand the process and
have the controls in place in order to have
a realistic chance of making a profit.
Course programme
Budgeting
Financial forecasting, cost measurement
and management
Reconciling cost and value
Overhead costs and budgets
Pricing strategies for recovering
overheads
Cash flow forecasting
Getting paid for what you do
Debt recovery
Estimating and tendering techniques
and processes.

certificate.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Entry requirements

above;


page 76.
Code
BICFCPM2
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

businesses who wish to gain a greater
understanding of the internal and external
factors that affect the performance of
their business. A steady flow of work is
essential for any business. Not having
a project or a job to go to when the
current one finishes has huge implications
for individuals and teams, impacting
on confidence, security, motivation,
productivity and behaviour.

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
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Code
BICBAPM3
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors

businesses who wish to improve their
skills and understanding of business
analysis and the business planning
process.
Entry requirements
Being able to analyse your business, its

finances and plan for the future helps
to put you in control and become more
focussed on your goals. This course
guides you through the business planning
process and will cover the fundamental
accounting principles and concepts which
link to your plan.

Course programme
Understanding your profit and loss
account and balance sheet
Ratio analysis: understanding the value
of the information this can provide
Analysing your business, its strengths
and future direction
Producing your business plan.

this area.
certificate.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
For information
on course prices,
please see our
separate price
list or visit
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We have a range of courses for those

who wish to develop their teaching or
training skills, specifically in the context of
construction and the built environment.
teaching staff to become outstanding
teachers, and to impart their knowledge in
an effective and compelling manner.
In addition to the courses outlined

in this section, the following
courses may also be available.
Level 3 Award in the Principles
of Planning a Training Session
(City & Guilds)
Level 3 Award in Planning and
Delivering a Training Session
(City & Guilds)
Level 4 Certificate in Education
and Training (QCF).
Teaching, Instruction and Coaching
All of these courses are designed to prepare

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A fully trained team of staff dedicated to the development and progression of

your learners has many benefits. Enhanced teaching, assessment and coaching
practice will inevitably increase learning and improve your learner experience; it will
motivate and engage, encouraging them to return to you, improving the profitability
of your business. We provide the very best programmes to improve learning and
development, within construction-related education and training.
This course is suitable if you are directly

involved in supporting or supervising
apprentices. It explores practical ways in
which support can be provided to help
the apprentice achieve their qualification
and their potential. It will help you
understand the issues facing apprentices,
discover ways to improve apprentice
retention and how to recognise the role of
support services.
Course programme
Understanding issues and concerns
Your role and responsibilities
Mentoring and coaching
Motivation and morale

How to pass on your skills
Training practice
Dealing with problems and issues
The role of the Work Based Recorder
(WBR), NVQ structure and terminology.
Entry requirements
this area.

Continuous assessment via individual
and group exercises.
Code
ICYA01
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

certificate.

Book now


on 0344 994 4433.
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Understanding and Motivating your Apprentice

This course is suitable for those directly
involved in supporting or supervising
apprentices, including site managers,
supervisors and Apprenticeship Officers.
This half-day course is intended for
anyone involved with the placement
or with day to day responsibility for
apprentice supervision.
The course will help you to understand
your own role and responsibilities and
identify what motivates you and others.
It will also help you understand some of
the challenges facing an apprentice and
be able to assist with potential solutions.
In addition youll identify strategies for
inspiring and improving the coaching of
everyone involved with an apprentice.
Course programme
Entry requirements
Identifying what influences young

people and why they fail to complete or
they leave early
Understanding the role of the
supervisor
Expectations and motivations
Inspiration and coaching
Maximising contact time through
planning and scheduling
Self-directed learning and action
planning.

this area.

Continuous assessment via individual
and group exercises.
certificate.
Book now
Code
UMYA
Duration
day
Grant
25

Supervisors
Managers
Directors

0344 994 4433.
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Understanding the Role of the Work Based Recorder (WBR)

Code
URWBR
Duration
day
Grant
25
This course will help you understand

your duties and ensure that appropriate
evidence is submitted by the apprentice
for their NVQ.


Supervisors
Managers
Directors
At the end of the course you will

understand the structure of an
NVQ, the roles of others involved in
the NVQ process and the roles and
responsibilities of the WBR. Youll be
able to undertake the WBR role ensuring
the appropriate evidence is provided to
support the NVQ.
Course programme
NVQ: the basics, what they are, how

they are assessed
Identifying the other parties involved in
the NVQ process
The role of the Work Based Recorder,
their responsibilities and duties.

certificate.
Entry requirements
Further training
Suitable for those directly involved in

supporting or supervising apprentices,
including site managers, supervisors and
Apprenticeship Officers.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Apprentice page 79.

Continuous assessment via individual and
group exercises.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training (QCF) Initial Assessment

Code
LAETA1
Duration
1 day
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course is suitable for anyone wishing to

start a career in teaching, tutoring, assessing
or instructing. This initial assessment will
help us assess your readiness to undertake
the Level 3 Award in Education and Training
(QCF) 10-day programme. The Level 3
Award in Education and Training (QCF) is
intended for those who are considering
a career in teaching or for the more
experienced teacher who would like to
update their skills and knowledge.
Course programme
Learner expectations about tackling
the Level 3 Award in Education and
Training (QCF)
Discussing what potential learners
would want from tutors
Worries, support mechanisms, appeals
and equal opportunities
Diagnosing candidates literacy and

numeracy ability
Diagnosing candidates English ability
(if English is not their first language)
Explaining assessment
Assessing the learners preferred
learning style
Individual interviews to discuss your
suitability for, and level at which, to
undertake the course.
Entry requirements
this area.

This one-day programme will involve
assessment of learner literacy and
numeracy ability. At the end of the initial

assessment we will be able to assess
whether you are ready to undertake our
(QCF) 10-day course.
certificate.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
(QCF) page 81.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training (QCF) (City & Guilds)

Course programme
Legislation, Codes of Practice and professionalism
Identifying and meeting the needs of learners
Interactive and innovative teaching practice, engagement
and motivation
Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) and group profiles
Making a safe and supportive learning environment
Barriers to learning and supporting your learners
Memory, multiple intelligences and learning styles
Developing resources (including PowerPoints)
Digital technology and construction education
Approaches to teaching and learning strategies and your own
specialism to meet learner needs
Literacy, numeracy and ICT, communication, feedback and praise
Assessment this work covers Unit 301 of the new TAQA
qualifications (which replace the old A Awards)
Writing programmes, schemes of work and session plans.
Entry requirements
You must have completed the one-day Level 3 Award in
Education and Training (QCF) Initial Assessment (page 80).
You must also have a good understanding of spoken and written

This course is assessed through the completion of a series of
written assignments and an assessed short teaching session
(Microteach).
City & Guilds 6502 certificate.
Book now
Code
LAET1
Duration
10 days (8 days of training)
Grant
400

Supervisors
Managers
Directors

0344 994 4433.
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This introductory course is for those who are considering a

career in teaching or for the more experienced teacher who
would like to update their skills and knowledge in line with
organisational requirements.
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For information
on course prices,
please see our
separate price
list or visit
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Our Plant Maintenance courses cover a

range of subject areas and make use of
our impeccable workshop facilities, which
are well stocked with all conventional and
modern types of equipment. Tailored for your
company, these courses can be delivered
at your premises as well as at one of our
In addition to the courses

outlined in this section, the
following courses may also be
available. Call 0344 994 4433
for details.
Plant Electrical (AC)
Plant Electrical (DC)
Plant Hydraulics
Electro-Hydraulics.
Plant Maintenance
training centres listed below.

NCC East Kings Lynn
TUCA Ilford.
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Code
DML22
Duration
1 days
Grant
75

Plant Maintenance

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course will give you the knowledge

and skills you need to be able to carry out
electrical safety testing and inspection.
The IEE Code of Practice for In-service
Inspection and Testing of Electrical
Equipment (worth 35) and the City &
Guilds examination fee are included in
the price.
Course programme
Apply all relevant legislation
Identify why we test and inspect
Demonstrate correct methods of test
and inspection
Record and analyse data
Demonstrate correct use of test

equipment
Explain the reasons for formal visual
inspection and combine inspection
and testing
City & Guilds examination.
City & Guilds certificate.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Entry requirements
You will need a good understanding
this area.

Learning via classroom-based tutorials
and practicals, youll be assessed via
practical exercises and an online test.
A non-City & Guilds, NCC

certified version of this course
can be carried out at your
premises.
Welding Techniques
Code
DML05
Duration
3 days
Grant
150

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This three-day course will give you

an understanding of basic welding
techniques. It is ideal for those wishing
to build on basic maintenance skills and
particularly relevant for those involved in
plant repair.
Course programme

Use of basic welding techniques:

- oxy-acetylene
- manual metal arc (MMA)
- metal inert/active gas (MIG/MAG)
Awareness of safety precautions
relating to technology
Enhancement of basic maintenance

skills, particularly relating to the
repair of modern plant vehicles and
equipment.
Entry requirements

0344 994 4433.

this area.

and practicals, youll be assessed via
practical exercises and a written test.

certificate.
Book now
Test and Inspection

(Includes the Thorough Examination of Plant)
Course programme
Outline of the Provision and Use of
Work Equipment Regulations 1998
(PUWER)
Outline of the Lifting Operations and
Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998
(LOLER)
Areas of responsibility
Inspection of mechanical equipment
Inspection of hydraulic equipment
Inspection of lifting equipment
Practical inspection exercises
Recording inspections
Certification of inspections
Reporting defects.
Entry requirements
You must be from a relevant engineering
background and have experience in plant
maintenance.
certificate.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Further training
NVQ/SVQ unit in Testing and Inspection
of Plant and Level 2 or 3 NVQ in Plant
Maintenance.
Code
DML93
Duration
3 days
Grant
150

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Plant Maintenance
This course will help provide you with

the competency needed for inspecting
plant. It covers relevant legislation,
responsibilities, inspection procedures
and reporting methods. It is suitable
for those with a relevant engineering
background and several years
experience of plant maintenance who
are intending to be nominated as a
competent person to inspect plant for
their company or organisation.

and practical activities, youll be assessed
and examined on carrying out a full
inspection of an item of plant.

This intensive one-day course aims to
provide you with the knowledge and
skills to carry out track and undercarriage
inspection. You will learn how to carry out
a component inspection safely, become
familiar with undercarriage components
and carbody construction and understand
the importance and cost implications
of regular and irregular undercarriage
maintenance and inspection.
You will also learn how to collect
accurate measurements of components,
compare figures against manufacturers
specifications and calculate wear rates. In
addition, you will be able to identify wear
patterns/characteristics and locate issues
relating to the undercarriage.
Course programme
Entry requirements
Identify safe practices and procedures

relating to undercarriage inspection
and identify all components classed
as running gear (rubber tracked, steel
tracked and carbody types)
Understand how undercarriage
components are constructed, identify
undercarriage arrangements and know
how standard and LGP undercarriages
differ
Check running gear alignment
Measure running gear components,
check the measurements against
manufacturers specifications and
calculate wear rates
Identify and diagnose common faults in
undercarriages.

this area.

Training involves demonstrations, practical
sessions and presentations.
certificate.
Code
DML23
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Book now
0344 994 4433.
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Loading and Movement of Trailers and Mobile Towable Units

Code
TRAILT2
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This one-day course is designed to broaden the understanding

and knowledge of those who are responsible for the towing,
use and loading of trailers (including plant trailers and towable
units, such as compressors and traffic lights). You will learn about
towing legislation, safe practices and individual responsibilities.
Hand-outs and training aids are provided.
Course programme
Observe relevant legislation to ensure legal compliance when
towing trailers and mobile towable units
Carry out pre-use checks relating to the safe use of trailers and
mobile towable units
Load and unload a trailer and mobile towable unit correctly
Understand the towing vehicle manufacturers specifications
Tow trailer and mobile towable units safely
Answer towing-related questions to demonstrate your
knowledge and understanding.
Entry requirements
Plant Maintenance


Training involves demonstrations, practical sessions and
presentations.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
We are the biggest plant training provider

in the UK, with a 10 million plant fleet
that operates over 220 acres and which is
updated regularly. Our policies ensure that
we have a maximum of four operatives per
trainer (eight for appointed persons) so you
are given the attention you need.
Plant Operations
For information
on course prices,
please see our
separate price
list or visit
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In addition to the courses

outlined in this section,
the following courses may
also be available. Call
0344 994 4433 for details.
Crawler Tractor (Dozer)
CPCS Code A34
Loader/Securer
CPCS Code A49
Skid Steer
CPCS Code A23.

NCC East Kings Lynn
NCC Central Ashbourne
Coleg Menai Llangefni
TUCA Ilford.
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Do you have management

responsibilities covering the following duty
holders or types of lifting equipment?
Appointed persons (lift planners)
Crane supervisors (lift supervisors)
Crane co-ordinators
Slinger/signaller
Lifting equipment operators
Mobile cranes
Tower cranes
Crawler cranes
Telescopic handlers
Rough terrain forklifts
Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs)
Passenger/goods hoists
Excavators used as cranes
(The list above is not exhaustive).
Do you operate any of

the following types of equipment?
Mobile cranes
Tower cranes
Crawler cranes
Telescopic handlers
Rough terrain forklifts
Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs)
Passenger/goods hoists
Excavators used as cranes.
YES
NO
YES
Is this purely a management role

with no direct lift planning
requirement?
YES
NO
NO
Are you or any of your

employees responsible for
planning lifting operations?
Are you and your management teams

aware of the legal responsibilities/
guidance and best practice applicable
to the planning of lifting operations?
NO
YES
YES
Monitor, maintain and

review
The Management of Lifting Operations in
Construction two-day course on
page 97 has been developed to increase
your levels of knowledge regarding
legislation/guidance and best practice
in this particular area.
CPCS Appointed Person (Lifting

Operations) CPCS Code A61 page 96
CPCS Red Card Trained Operator page 90
Progression route
NO
Are you involved with the slinging of

loads or signalling?
Lift Planner NVQ/SVQ/QCF Level 6

CPCS Blue Card Competent Operator
17 endorsements on planning unit
YES
Out of scope
Progression route
NO
We offer courses (including CPCS) for the

operation of these types of equipment
CPCS Slinger/Signaller course

CPCS Code A40 page 91
CPCS Red Card Trained Operator

page 90
CPCS Red Card Trained Operator

page 90
Are you responsible for supervising lifting

operations?
YES
CPCS Crane Supervisor course
CPCS Code A62 page 95
CPCS Red Card Trained Operator page 90
Progression route
Progression route
Applicable NVQ/SVQ/QCF
Slinger/Signaller NVQ/SVQ/QCF Level 2

Progression route
Lift Supervisor NVQ/SVQ/QCF Level 3

Plant Operations
Career
progression
NO
Key savings
YES
You need to have achieved the CITB Health, safety and

environment (HS&E) test+ within the last two years.
You need to have achieved the CITB Health, safety and

environment (HS&E) test+ within the last two years.
STEP 1
STEP 1
If you have already completed training and/or have the required

experience, you may proceed directly to the test. See step 3.
If you have had insufficient or no training and lack

experience, you need to undertake the relevant training
before taking the test.
Please bear in mind however, that experienced operators

may still need familiarisation training and bad habits may have
accumulated over the years which may need to be corrected.
CITB charge only 17.50

for the test and its available
outside of normal working
hours.
Price correct at time of going

to print, November 2014.
Information on training courses can be found at

citb.co.uk/cpcs or by calling 0844 815 7274.
Visit citb.co.uk/cpcs or call 0844 815 7274 for information

on top-up training courses.
After your training, go to step 3.
STEP 2
STEP 2
Book the relevant Technical Test(s) with an approved CPCS Test

Centre at citb.co.uk/cpcs or by calling 0844 815 7274.
Book the relevant Technical Test(s) with an approved CPCS Test

Centre at citb.co.uk/cpcs or by calling 0844 815 7274.
STEP 3
STEP 3
National Construction Colleges

East and Central are CPCS Test
Centres and offer a full package
of services, supporting operator
progression from Red Card
application to Blue Card renewal:
health, safety and environment
testing, CPCS Technical Tests and
NVQ/SVQ Assessments
The National Construction College
also offers training courses to
qualify as a CPCS Tester see
page 107 for details.
The maximum fee for

the Theory Test is 100.
Grant eligible 60.
Undertake and achieve the Theory and Practical elements of

the CPCS Technical Test for the relevant category of plant.
Undertake and achieve the Theory and Practical elements of

the CPCS Technical Test for the relevant category of plant.
STEP 4
STEP 4
RED TRAINED
OPERATOR CARD
AUTOMATICALLY
AWARDED
Apply for
BLUE
COMPETENT
OPERATOR CARD
There is a maximum fee

set for the Practical Test
dependent on the category
group. You can find this
at citb.co.uk/cpcs or by
calling 0844 815 7274.
Register for and achieve the relevant NVQ or SVQ for the
category of plant you operate#. This needs to be achieved
within two years of the issue of your Red Card.
Grant eligible 400.
Grant eligible for in-scope,

registered employers.
See citb.co.uk/grant
STEP 5
See CPCS Scheme

booklet for full details
citb.co.uk/cpcs
Apply for
BLUE
COMPETENT
OPERATOR CARD
Has five years passed since you gained your Blue Card?
See citb.co.uk/cpcs for the latest CPCS Renewal test information.
At the National Construction College

we offer a one stop shop for Plant
Operations training and testing.
Plant Operations
Do you have a relevant NVQ or SVQ in Plant Operations*?
We also offer bespoke Plant

Operations courses tailored for
your company. Please call
0344 994 4433 for details or email
plant.enquiries@citb.co.uk
More information is available on
page 7.
You also need to achieve one of the following:

Record at least 300 hours per category in your logbook
On Site Assessment
A practical test
A relevant NVQ or SVQ in the last two years.
THE NEXT STEP

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CPCS Card Achievement Routes

CPCS Cards are the most recognised way of
proving competence and experience to get on site.
Plant Operations
3A 600
The CPCS Trained Operator Card (commonly known as your Red Card) can
contribute to a more secure future in the plant industry. The Red Card is valid for
two years from issue.* To move on to your Blue Card you must have completed your
NVQ/SVQ in the appropriate category.
Crawler Crane
Crawler/Tractor-Dozer
Excavator 180
Excavator 360
Mobile Crane
Tower Crane
Wheeled Loading Shovel.
How do I get my Blue Card?
3B 425
Proof on paper that you know your stuff
You need to achieve a plant-based NVQ/SVQ. These qualifications have been

developed with industry to measure your competence against national standards in
the workplace. A qualified assessor will guide you through the process of attaining
your qualification. This is achieved through generating evidence of your skills and
competence. Evidence may include on site assessment, reviews of your CPCS
logbook and customer timesheets and statements from your employer, manager
or client. The qualifications can be achieved during normal working hours without
having to attend college or take final exams.
Test only route

The CPCS Standard Technical Test is only recommended for those who have had
sufficient training or experience. The CPCS Standard Theory Test is charged at
100, applicable to all three plant categories. The CPCS Standard Practical Test
price is aligned to plant categories as shown. Contact the course booking team for
details of test only dates. For more information and to book your test please call
0344 994 4433 and we can arrange for one of our plant experts to call you back.
*In certain circumstances, Red Cards can be extended. The Scheme Booklet for Operators provides
further information.
CPCS Standard
Practical Test
All candidates MUST have passed their

CITB Operatives Level Health, safety and
environment (HS&E) test within the last two years
before attending any Plant Operations course. Without this,
you will not be permitted to take the CPCS Technical Tests,
Theory and Practical.
Does not apply to Crane Supervisor and Appointed Person
(Lifting Operations) courses. Please see course details on
pages 95 and 96 for entry requirements.
Concrete Crusher
Crane/Lifting Operations
Supervisor
Dump Truck Articulated
Chassis
Forward Tipping Dumper
Wheeled
Industrial Counterbalanced
Forklift
Loader/Securer non STGO
Loader/Securer STGO
Lorry Loader
Mini Excavator
Mobile Screener
Pedestrian Operated Tower
Crane
Rough Terrain Masted Forklift
Skid Steer
Slinger/Signaller
Telescopic Handler.
3C 325
Agricultural Tractor
Appointed Person
MEWP Boom
MEWP Scissor
Ride On Road Roller.
CPCS Theory Test

Booking the CPCS Theory Test
on its own is just 100.

Course programme
Book now
Establish the weight and dimensions of loads and communicate

this information to the crane operator
Select appropriate lifting tackle and attach and detach it
correctly and safely
Use clear and unambiguous signals to direct the actions of a
crane moving loads of various weights and dimensions
Determine the serviceability of lifting accessories, and maintain
and store them.
Entry requirements
You must have passed a CITB Health, safety and environment
(HS&E) test no more than two years before attending this course.

The course is delivered through a combination of classroombased tutorials and practicals. You will be assessed through
theory and practical tests.
CPCS Red Trained Operator Card (on successful completion of

the CPCS Technical Tests).
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Level 2 NVQ/SVQ which leads to a Blue Competent Operator
Card, crane supervisor training and appointed person training
see page 108.
Code
DCL04TR
Duration

Grant
450
Code
SSSD
Short
duration
2 days (1 day of training,

Grant
350

240 for successful completion of the
Practical Test
Theory Test
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course
is an ideal entry
point into
the lifting
industry
citb.co.uk/training
Plant Operations
This course will give you foundation training and assessment in

slinging and signalling and is an ideal entry point into the lifting
industry. It is suitable if you have received no formal instruction or,
if you wish to refresh your skills, we offer a short duration course.
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Tower Crane
CPCS Code A04 Endorsement A Trolley Jib B Luffing Jib
Code
DCW03TR
Duration

Grant
870
Course programme

Practical Test
Theory Test
Plant Operations
This course will train you to operate and maintain tower cranes
safely and is suitable if you have received no previous formal
instruction.
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Operate the tower crane safely and productively

Respond to the recognised signals for controlling crane
operations
Decide whether a particular load is within the capacity of
the crane
Carry out minor adjustments and routine maintenance
Understand the capabilities of the equipment and any relevant
safety precautions, including the out of service procedure
Operate safe-load indicators and overload warning devices
Understand the effect of the working radius on the lifting

capacity of the machine
Secure, check and maintain counterweights effectively
Gauge the effect of shock loading on structural strength and
stability
Recognise the principles of safe slinging, the types and
capacities of lifting gear, security and balance of load
Observe the statutory regulations in respect of lifting equipment
and the operators own legal responsibilities.
Entry requirements

Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Level 2 NVQ/SVQ which leads to a CPCS Blue
Competent Operator Card see page 108.
The operating position of the tower crane

requires you to be comfortable working at height.
To ensure this we offer the opportunity to climb
one of our cranes prior to booking the course.
This is strongly recommended.
Mobile Crane
CPCS Code A60 All Duties
Course programme
Operate mobile cranes safely and productively

Respond to recognised crane signals accurately
Position the crane correctly
Alter jib lengths and associated safety devices
Carry out minor adjustments and routine maintenance
Understand duties charts
Programme safe-load indicators
Understand the basic theory of power units, transmission
systems and control systems
Understand the effects of radius change on the safe working
capacity
Observe statutory regulations and Codes of Practice
Gauge the effect of shock loading on structural strength,
stability and load displacement
Recognise the principles of safe slinging, the types and
capacities of chains, slings and lifting gear
Understand the safe use of outriggers
Be aware of transport regulations and how to prepare to go on
the public highway.
Book now


on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Level 2 NVQ/SVQ which leads to a CPCS Blue Competent
Operator Card see page 108.
Code
DCW02TR
Duration

Grant
870

Practical Test
Theory Test
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Plant Operations
This course will train you to operate and maintain mobile cranes
safely and is suitable if you have received no formal instruction or
if you wish to refresh your skills.
Entry requirements
Please note that a Group C category licence is required for driving
on the open road. You must also have a good understanding of
spoken and written English. Please contact us if you have any

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Crawler Crane CPCS Code A02 Endorsement B All Duties

Code
DCW01TR
Duration

Grant
870
Course programme

Practical Test
Theory Test
Plant Operations
This course will train you to operate and

maintain crawler cranes safely and is suitable
if you have received no formal instruction or
if you wish to refresh your skills.
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Operate the crane safely and

productively
Respond to recognised crane signals
accurately
Position the crane correctly
Alter jib lengths and associated safety
devices
Carry out routine maintenance and
minor adjustments
Understand safe-load indicators and
duties charts
Grasp the basic theory of power units,
transmission systems and control systems
Programme safe-load indicators
Understand the effects of radius change

on the safe working capacity
Observe the statutory regulations and
Codes of Practice
Gauge the effect of shock loading on
structural strength, stability and load
displacement
Recognise the principles of safe slinging
and the types and capacities of chains,
slings and lifting gear.
Entry requirements
You must have passed a CITB Health,
safety and environment (HS&E) test no
more than two years before attending
this course. You must also have a good

The course is delivered through a
combination of classroom-based tutorials
and practicals. You will be assessed
through theory and practical tests.
CPCS Red Trained Operator Card (on
successful completion of the CPCS
Technical Tests).
certificate.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Further training
Level 2 NVQ/SVQ which leads to a
CPCS Blue Competent Operator Card
see page 108.
Pedestrian Operated Tower Crane CPCS Code A63

Code
DCW60TR
Duration

Grant
500

Practical Test
Theory Test
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course will train you to operate and

maintain pedestrian operated tower
cranes safely and is suitable if you have
received no formal instruction or if you
wish to refresh your skills.
Course programme
Operate the crane safely and
productively
Respond to the recognised signals for
controlling crane operations
Decide whether a particular load is
within the capacity of the crane
Carry out minor adjustments and
routine maintenance
Understand the capabilities of the
equipment and any relevant
safety precautions, including the out of
service procedure
Operate safe-load indicators and
overload warning devices
Understand the effect of the working

radius on the lifting capacity of the
machine
Secure, check and maintain
counterweights
Gauge the effect of shock loading on
structural strength and stability
Recognise the principles of safe
slinging, the types and capacities of
lifting gear, security and balance of load
Observe the statutory regulations in
respect of lifting equipment and the
operators own legal responsibilities.
Entry requirements

Technical Tests).
certificate.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Further training
see page 108.
Course programme
Observe legislation, regulations and Codes of Practice relating
to lifting duties
Follow safe systems of work including method statements
Take personal responsibility
Describe different types of cranes and associated terminology
Understand crane documentation
Understand crane stability, duty charts and safety devices
Have crane appreciation
Observe British Standard 7121
Understand the role of crane supervisor
Understand the role of appointed person
Prepare an area with exclusion zones.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Card see page 108.
Code
DCL60TR
Duration

Grant
450

Practical Test
Theory Test
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Entry requirements
You should have sufficient experience of cranes to meet the
requirements specified in British Standard 7121 Safe Use of
Cranes. A crane supervisor is a highly responsible role and only
suitable personnel will be selected. When you book the course,
you will be asked to complete a self-profiling form to help you
determine your level of knowledge.
(HS&E) test for supervisors no more than two years before
attending this course. You must also have a good understanding
of spoken and written English. Please contact us if you have any
Plant Operations
The course will train you to undertake the duties of a crane

supervisor as defined by the appointed person. You will learn
how to comply with legislation, regulations, Codes of Practice
and industrial requirements. It is suitable for supervisors and
managers with responsibility for supervising lifting operations.

Candidates must have completed a CITB Health, safety

and environment (HS&E) test for supervisors within the last
two years before starting the course.
For further information please visit citb.co.uk/hsandetest
HS&E revision material GT 200/14DL (for managers and professionals)
is now available as a download, visit citb.co.uk/hsanderevision
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Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) CPCS Code A61

Code
DCL11
Duration

Grant
400
Plant Operations

Practical Test
Theory Test
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course will give you an understanding of the appointed

persons responsibilities and how to fulfil them. It will also provide
you with the ability to interpret and apply sections 1, 2, 3 and 4 of
the BS 7121 Safe Use of Cranes guidelines. If you already hold the
CPCS Code A40 Slinger/Signaller, on completion of this course
you will also achieve the CPCS Code A62 Crane Supervisor
qualification. It is suitable for supervisors and managers with
responsibility for lifting operations.
Course programme

Observe regulations and Codes of Practice

Follow safe systems of work including method statements
Take personal responsibility
Describe different types of cranes and associated terminology
Understand crane documentation
Understand crane stability, duty charts and safety devices
Appreciate tower cranes
Observe British Standard 7121
Recognise the role of appointed persons
Plan a lift.

Book now
For available dates or to book, go to citb.co.uk/trainingor call us
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Card see page 108.
Entry requirements
You should have sufficient experience of cranes to meet the
requirements specified in British Standard 7121 Safe Use of
Cranes. An appointed person is a highly responsible role and
only suitable personnel will be selected. When you book the
course, you will be asked to complete a self-profiling form to
help you determine your level of knowledge.
(HS&E) test for managerial and professional persons no more
than two years before attending the course. You must also have
a good understanding of spoken and written English. Please
contact us if you have any concerns in this area.
Candidates must have completed a CITB Health, safety

and environment (HS&E) test for managerial and professional
persons within the last two years before starting the course.
For further information please visit citb.co.uk/hsandetest
HS&E revision material GT 200/14DL (for managers and professionals) is
now available in download format, visit citb.co.uk/hsanderevision
On successful completion of this course, candidates

also achieve CPCS Code A62 Crane Supervisor if
CPCS Code A40 Slinger/Signaller is held.
Lorry Loader CPCS Code A36 Endorsement A Hook
Course programme
Undertake all pre-start, running checks
and shut down procedures
Stability factors
Configure for travel (site and highway)
Configure and set for lifting duties
Place material onto transporting
vehicles
Lifting requirements and lifting exercise
Explain loading/unloading procedures
for transportation of loads
Place machine out of service.
Entry requirements
Book now


0344 994 4433.
Further training
Blue Competent Operator Card
see page 108.

Course programme
Current best practice for procuring
lifting operation planners/equipment
The qualifications available, specific to
the planning and supervision of lifting
operations, including best practice
regarding role-specific competencies
Current best practice for managing
lifting operations, with reference to
both the equipment supplier and user,
and identifying main classes of lifting
equipment and their suitability for
specific operations
Duration

Grant
500
Code
LLSD
Short
duration

Grant
350

Practical Test
Theory Test
Technical Tests).
certificate.
The minimum requirements as per

best practice for a lifting equipment
installation/use of a method statement
The requirements for the classification
of individual lifting operations
Best practice particular to the
installation, thorough examination,
testing, operation and maintenance of
lifting equipment/accessories
The responsibilities of equipment
supplier and user regarding inspection/
maintenance and thorough examination
of lifting equipment
The lifting teams responsibilities
regarding pre-use and weekly checks
Company-specific policies regarding
the management of lifting operations
and equipment on site.
DCL09TR
Management of Lifting Operations in Construction

This course is designed for contractor
personnel who manage lifting operations
on site. You will develop your knowledge
of applicable legislation, industry best
practice and your responsibilities. This
course is suitable if you have received no
formal instruction or if you wish to refresh
your skills.
Code
Entry requirements
this area.
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Code
MOL01
Duration
2 days
Grant
100
Plant Operations
This course will give you foundation

training and assessment in operating a
lorry loader and is suitable if you have
received no formal instruction or, if you
wish to refresh your skills, we offer a short
duration course.


and practicals. You will be assessed using
documentation navigation exercises.
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
certificate.
Book now
For available dates or to book, call us on
0344 994 4433.
Further training
Managing and Co-ordinating Plant
see page 106.
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Code
DEW01TR
Duration

Grant
870
Code
EXSD
Short
duration

Grant
570
Plant Operations

Practical Test
Theory Test
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Code
DEW03TR
Duration

Grant
870
Code
HEXSD
Short
duration

Grant
570

Above 5 Tonnes (including A10 Below 5 Tonnes)
training and assessment in operating and
maintaining 180 wheeled excavators
safely and productively. It is suitable if you
have received no formal instruction or, if
you wish to refresh your skills, we offer a
short duration course.
Course programme
Operate the 180 wheeled excavator
safely and productively
Fit and operate ancillary equipment
Site the machine safely and efficiently
routine servicing procedures
Prepare the machine for travelling on
the public highway
Understand the capabilities, purposes
and limitations of each machine

training and assessment in operating
and maintaining 360 excavator tracked
machines safely and productively and
includes quick hitch training. It is suitable
if you have received no formal instruction
or, if you wish to refresh your skills, we
offer a short duration course.
Course programme

Practical Test
Theory Test
Operate the excavator 360 tracked

safely and productively
Follow all necessary safety precautions
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Entry requirements

CPCS Red Trained Operator Card
(on successful completion of the
CPCS Technical Tests). CITB National
Construction College certificate.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Further training
see page 108.
Excavator 360 Tracked CPCS Code A59 Above 10 Tonnes

Interpret the information provided by
level pegs and profiles
Be aware of the necessary routine
adjustments and service procedures,
and carry them out
Work to levels with the aid of laser
equipment.

Be aware of the necessary routine
adjustments and service procedures,
and carry them out
equipment.
Entry requirements

CPCS Technical Tests). CITB National
Construction College certificate.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Further training
see page 108.

maintaining a mini excavator safely and
productively, and includes quick hitch
training. It is suitable if you have received
no formal instruction or if you wish to
refresh your skills.
Course programme
Operate the mini excavator safely and
productively
Course programme
Operate the machine to a minimum
standard
load charts and lift plans
DEW09TR
Duration

770
Carry out necessary routine

adjustments and service procedures
equipment.
CPCS Technical Tests).
Grant
Entry requirements

certificate.

Practical Test
Theory Test


Book now
0344 994 4433.
Further training
Understand which routine adjustments

and safety checks are legally required
with regard to lifting accessories, and
know how to carry them out.
Entry requirements
You must already hold CPCS Code A59
Excavator 360 Tracked and have passed
a CITB Health, safety and environment
(HS&E) test no more than two years
before attending this course. You must
also have a good understanding of
spoken and written English. Please
this area.
Supervisors
Managers
Directors

see page 108.

training and assessment in lifting with
excavators safely and productively.
Experienced operators will only need
to undertake a one-day course, whilst
inexperienced operators will need to
undertake a two-day course.
Code

Qualifications/certification:
CPCS endorsement to existing Card
(on successful completion of the CPCS
Technical Tests).
Code
LWE01/LWECPCS
Duration
1 or 2 days
Grant
Dependent on course length

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Plant Operations
Mini Excavator CPCS Code A58 Below 10 Tonnes

certificate.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
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Code
SUQHIT
Duration
1 day
Grant
50
Plant Operations

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course will give you an understanding

of the various classifications of quick
hitch devices and is suitable if you have
received no formal instruction or if you
wish to refresh your skills.
Course programme
Identify the risks associated with quick
hitch devices
Describe the operators legal duties
regarding the use of quick hitches
Describe and apply safe working
practices for the use of quick hitches
Connect and disconnect attachments
safely
Know when and how to conduct

visual inspections of the quick hitch
equipment
Maintain the quick hitch equipment
Test connections appropriately
Realise the importance of following the
manufacturers specifications for use.
Entry requirements

certificate.


combination of classroom-based tutorials,
practicals and demonstrations. You will
be assessed through theory and practical
tests.
Qualifications/certification:
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Dump Truck Articulated Chassis CPCS Code A56 Endorsement B All sizes
Code
DEW07TR
Duration

Grant
500
Code
ADTSD
Short
duration

Grant
400

Practical Test
Theory Test
Supervisors
Managers
Directors

training and assessment in operating
and maintaining dump trucks with an
articulated chassis. You will recognise the
risks associated with quick hitch devices
and find out how to use them safely. This
course is suitable if you have received no
formal instruction or, if you wish to refresh
your skills, we offer a short duration
course.
Course programme
Operating the machine to a minimum
standard
Fitting and operating ancillary
equipment
Siting the machine safely and efficiently
Carrying out minor adjustments and
Preparing the machine for travelling on
the public highway
The capabilities of each machine, its
purpose and limitations
All safety precautions necessary for the

correct operation of the machine
How diesel engines work and how
various parts of the machine operate
Which routine adjustments and
servicing procedures are necessary,
and how to carry them out.
Entry requirements

0344 994 4433.



certificate.
Book now
Further training
see page 108.
Make sure youve passed your CITB
Health, safety and environment (HS&E)
test for operatives within the last two
years before attending this course.
For further information please visit
citb.co.uk/hsandetest
Forward Tipping Dumpers Wheeled CPCS Code A09
Course programme
Operate the machine to a minimum
standard
Know which minor adjustments and
routine servicing procedures are
necessary, and be able to carry them out
Prepare the machine for travelling on
the public highway
Apply all necessary safety precautions

Understand how diesel engines work
and how various parts of the machine
operate.
Entry requirements

certificate.
You must have passed a CITB Health, safety

and environment (HS&E) test no more than
two years before attending this course. You
must also have a good understanding of


Book now
0344 994 4433.
Further training
see page 108.
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Code
DDL08TR
Duration

Grant
450
Code
FTDSD
Short
duration

Grant
350

Practical Test
Theory Test
Telescopic Handler CPCS Code A17 Endorsement C (All Sizes Excluding 360 Slew)
maintaining telescopic handlers and is
suitable if you have received no formal
instruction or, if you wish to refresh your
skills, we offer a short duration course.
Course programme
Operate the machine for all normal tasks
Decide whether a particular load is safe
to lift
Carry out routine servicing procedures
and maintenance as necessary, in
accordance with the manufacturers
instructions
Know how the machine works and the
maintenance requirements involved
Understand the effect of load,
size, weight, gradients and ground
conditions upon machine stability
Know how to load, store and transport
representative materials
Understand the basic construction

of pallets
Know the permitted loading of scaffolds.

certificate.
Entry requirements

0344 994 4433.


Book now
Further training
see page 108.
Code
DFW06TR
Duration

Grant
500
Code
THSD
Short
duration

Grant
400
Supervisors
Managers
Directors

Practical Test
Theory Test
Code A17D is available at NCC East call 0344 994 4433 for more details
citb.co.uk/training
Plant Operations

maintaining forward tipping dumpers and
is suitable if you have received no formal
instruction or, if you wish to refresh your
skills, we offer a short duration course.
101
Code
DEW02TR
Duration

Grant
670
Code
WLSSD
Short
duration
Grant
Carry out excavations from an

embankment of different materials and
form stockpiles and ramps
Ensure load integrity and security
Explain loading/unloading procedures
for machine transportation.


training and assessment in operating a
wheeled loading shovel and is suitable if
you have received no formal instruction
or, if you wish to refresh your skills, we
offer a short duration course.
520
Course programme
Entry requirements
Book now

Practical Test
Theory Test
Plant Operations
Supervisors
Managers
Directors

and shut down procedures, mount and
dismount
Explain precautions to be taken for
underground and overhead services
and other hazards
Prepare and configure the wheeled
loading shovel for site and road travel
Place the machine in an out of service
condition
DRW02TR
Duration

Grant
400
Code
RORSD
Short
duration

This course will give you foundation training

and assessment in operating a ride on road
roller and is suitable if you have received no
formal instruction or, if you wish to refresh
your skills, we offer a short duration
course.
Grant
300
Course programme

Practical Test
Theory Test
Supervisors
Managers
Directors

certificate.
0344 994 4433.
Further training
see page 108.

Code



and shut down procedures
Set roller for travel
Awareness of on site hazards
Set the roller for compaction duties
Place roller in an out of service
condition
Recognise compacted/uncompacted
areas
State conditions that may cause
instability of the roller
State safety procedures when working

up to unsupported edges
Explain the loading and unloading
procedures on/off a transporter.
Entry requirements

certificate.



Book now
0344 994 4433.
Further training
see page 108.
Eco Operator
Course programme
Conforming to manufacturers requirements as per the
operators handbook and relevant regulations and legislation
Naming and explaining the principal components, basic
construction, controls, terminology, sizes and types of
machines
Performing all pre-start running checks and shut down
procedures, mounting and dismounting, according to the
manufacturers handbook
Stability factors in unladen/laden condition, safety devices and
all relevant legislation
Putting the machine out of service
On site hazards, including personnel, confined spaces and
other plant machinery
Setting and positioning the specified machine to transport
loads, ensuring load integrity and security.
Code
ECO1
Duration
1 day
Book now
Grant
50

on 0344 994 4433.

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Plant Operations
Eco Operator is a one-day course designed for anyone wanting

to save money whilst operating a telescopic handler, 360
excavator, 180 excavator or wheeled loading shovel. Developed
in conjunction with JCB, but with training available on all makes
of telescopic handler, 360 excavator, 180 excavator or
wheeled loading shovel, the course will help you to discover
lots of ways to save money on plant fuel bills by understanding
and using the features of your plant. This course is particularly
beneficial to those who have a number of years experience.
Entry requirements
Candidates must have passed a CITB Health, safety and
environment (HS&E) test for operatives within the previous two
years. There may also be requirements for proof of competence
for some specific categories.

The course is delivered through a combination of classroombased tutorials, practicals and demonstrations. Candidates will be
assessed through theory and practical tests.
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Excavator Banksman Roles and Responsibilities

Code
EBRR1
Duration
2 days
Grant
100

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Plant Operations
NEW
This course will help candidates to be aware of the dangers of

operating within close proximity to mobile construction plant
machinery. Candidates will learn about excavation awareness
and traffic/vehicle movements on site.
Course programme
Theoretical knowledge of excavator movements

Quick hitch best practice
Spoil characteristics
Underground and overground services
New Roads and Street Works signing and guarding
Working at height near excavations
Safety signs and signals within vehicle movements
Bankspersons roles and responsibilities according to
legislation
Codes of practice
Manufacturers instructions/guidance.
Entry requirements
Candidates will need a good understanding of spoken
and written English. Please contact us if you have any
This course is a combination of classroom-based tutorials

and practicals. Candidates will be assessed via theory and
practical tests.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Plant and Vehicle Marshaller CPCS Code A73
Course programme
Regulatory requirements
Plant types, limitations, hazards and
stability factors
Work management traffic plan
Proximity hazards
Safe positioning
Preparing for movement
Guidance of plant and vehicle
movement.
Entry requirements

certificate.

safety and environment (HS&E) test
within the last two years before attending
this course. You will also need a good

Book now
0344 994 4433.
Code
PAVM
Duration
2 days
Grant
400

Practical Test
Theory Test
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course is a combination of

classroom-based tutorials and practicals.
You will be assessed via theory and
practical tests.
Plant Operations
This course will help you to fully

understand the role and responsibilities
of a plant and vehicle marshaller. You
will learn how to prepare for vehicle
movement and guidance, communication,
plant hazards and ground condition, work
area layout and positioning as part of a
work management traffic plan.
Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) IPAF

This course will train you to prepare and
safely operate various types of MEWPs.
Understand the selection and use of fall

protection equipment.
Course programme
Entry requirements
Understand the relevant health and

safety regulations
Identify accident prevention and control
Identify the needs regarding personnel
protection
Drive the MEWP safely and manoeuvre
it in a correct and proper manner,
inside and outside of a building
Carry out pre-use checks and daily
maintenance before starting work
Carry out the correct emergency
procedures and understand the
capacities and limitations to enable
safe operation

this area.

IPAF MEWP Operators Licence PAL
Card.
certificate.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Further training
MEWPs IPAF PAL+ Card see page 106.
Code
DCL05
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
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Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) PAL+ Card

Code
TBA
Duration
1 day
Grant
50
Plant Operations

Supervisors
Managers
Directors

necessary training to prepare and safely
operate mobile vertical and mobile
boom MEWPs and is a UKCG mandatory
requirement for site entry for steelfixers
or net riggers.
Entry requirements
Qualification/certification
You must hold an IPAF PAL card before

attending this course. You must also have
IPAF MEWP Operators PAL+ Licence

operators will have the relevant
categories added to their PAL Card.
Course programme
Book now
Compact theory session

Emphasis on practical training
categories
Challenging practical exercises
Written and practical tests
Individual interviews.

through theory and practical tests and an
individual interview.

certificate.
0344 994 4433.
To book Static Boom (1b+) PAL+
category, please contact us on
0344 994 4433.

Code
MCP05
Duration
5 days
Grant
250

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course, developed in conjunction

with CPA, is for those who manage and
co-ordinate plant in the construction
industry. It will increase your knowledge
and understanding of effectively
managing the application and movement
of various plant and equipment types
ensuring compliance with current
legislation and good practice. Anyone
who wants to become a CPCS Tester
must complete this course. This course
must be refreshed every five years.
Course programme
Explain the principles for planning plant
operations on site
Identify the considerations needed
when managing plant operations on site
Explain the methodology used in the

production of risk assessments
Explain the factors used in the
consideration of the selection of plant
Define the principles for managing the
setting up and running of safe working
areas
Explain how plant operations are
instigated and managed throughout the
lifecycle of a project.
Entry requirements
Book now

this area.
The course is delivered through

classroom-based tutorials and learner
led scenario based exercises. You will
be assessed on an individual basis via
a written test and the scenario exercise
over the five days.
certificate.
0344 994 4433.
Further training
every five years by attending the
MCP Refresher course see page 107.
Managing and Co-ordinating Plant (MCP) Refresher
Course programme
Explain the principles for planning plant
operations on site
Identify the considerations needed
when managing plant operations on site
Explain the methodology used in the
production of risk assessments
Explain the factors used in the
consideration of the selection of plant
Define the principles for managing the

setting up and running of safe working
areas
Explain how plant operations are
instigated and managed throughout the
lifecycle of a project.
Entry requirements

The course is delivered through
classroom-based tutorials and learner
led scenario based exercises. You will
be assessed on an individual basis via
a written test and the scenario exercise
over the five days.
You must hold a valid certificate for MCP,

which has been gained within the last
five years. You must have passed a CITB
Health, safety and environment (HS&E)
test no more than two years before
attending this course or hold an existing
CPCS Tester Card. You must also have
Entry requirements
In order to deliver testing in any context

within the CPCS, you must have the
relevant knowledge and experience.
safety and environment (HS&E) test for
managerial and professional persons no
more than two years before attending this
course and must have passed a CPCS
Advanced Technical Test (Theory and
Practical) in a minimum of one category.
Relevant CPCS Tester Card.

certificate.
Code
MCP01
Duration
2 days
Grant
100

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Plant Operations
This two-day course, developed in

conjunction with CPA, aims to refresh the
knowledge of those who manage and
co-ordinate plant in the construction
industry. It will update your understanding
of current legislative requirements and
good practice. All CPCS Testers and CITB
Plant Trainers must complete this as part
of their renewal process every five years.
Further training
every five years by re-attending this
course.
CPCS Tester
If youre considering a career in
testing and/or assessment within the
Construction Plant Competence Scheme
(CPCS), these courses are an ideal
starting point.
Learning via face to face classroom
training sessions and support sessions
for non-classroom work, you will gain an
understanding of teaching techniques
and develop an awareness of the learning
processes used by CPCS testers. You will
be assessed through written and practical
assessments.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Code
CPCS98
Duration
4 days
Grant
200

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
You will also need qualifications in first-aid

and another health and safety course,
such as Managing and Co-ordinating Plant
see page 106.
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NVQ/SVQ Assessment and Verification Service

Code
EWP01/OSP01
Duration
Dependent on your
requirements
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This assessment is designed for plant operators who wish to gain

a Level 2, 3 or 6 NVQ/SVQ in Specialised Plant and Machinery
Operations. Gaining the relevant NVQ/SVQ will help you change
from a Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) Red
Trained Operator Card to a Blue Competent Operator Card. You
will be assessed through theory and practical tests as well as
professional discussions.
Plant Operations
Contact us for details about costs.
Course programme
Option one Experienced Worker Practical Assessment
Profile/Skill Match
CITB Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test
Sufficient experience
Witness testimonies completed by employer or supervisor
Record of employment
Record of qualifications, education and formal training
Practical assessment, timed and working to industry
tolerances/specification required for an operator in the
category sector*
Professional discussion (taped conversation with an assessor).
Option two On Site Assessment Service
Profile/Skill Match
Minimum of six months experience on category of plant
Operating category of plant on site to be assessed
Health and safety knowledge
Witness testimonies completed by employer or supervisor
On site practical assessment (minimum of two observations
in workplace)*.
*Non-achievement of practical assessment will result in assessors
recommendations, such as re-take, training etc.
Entry requirements

You will be assessed through theory and practical tests as well
as professional discussions.
Book now
For available dates or to book, call us on 0344 994 4433.
In addition to the courses outlined

in this section, the following
courses may also be available.

Scaffold Safety Awareness

Bosuns Chair Course
Ladder Safety
Safety Harness Use and Inspection
Safe Working at Height
Haki Temporary Roof Course
SG4.
Our Scaffolding and Access courses are

run by the best in the business qualified
instructors with extensive experience
of working in the industry. We operate
the largest scaffolding training facilities
covering most of the UK.

NCC East Kings Lynn
NCC South Erith.
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For information
on course prices,
please see our
separate price
list or visit
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Construction Industry Scaffolders Record

Scheme (CISRS)
CITB is an accredited training provider of the Construction Industry Scaffolders Record

Scheme (CISRS). It is managed by employer and employee representatives who
collectively set and agree the minimum standards of training and performance that an
individual requires to qualify as a scaffolder.
The Record Scheme ensures that operatives are trained

to prescribed levels before they can work unsupervised.
It also ensures operatives are paid at the appropriate rate.
The Record Scheme for scaffolders is aligned with Vocational
Qualifications. All trainee scaffolders need to achieve Level 2
before a Scaffolding Card can be issued, and Level 3 before
an Advanced Card can be issued.
The Part 1 and Part 2 courses have been
revised in recent years to allow a natural
progression to achieve the full NVQ/SVQ.
For more information regarding the
scheme please call the CISRS
helpline on 0844 815 7223.
Route to achieving a Scaffolding Card

The route to achieving full scaffolder status is illustrated in
the flowchart on the page opposite. The scheme requires
that individuals have six months experience as a trainee
scaffolder before they attend a Part 1 course. They are then
required to have a minimum of six months experience on
site before attending the Part 2 course. An individual is a
trainee scaffolder until they have completed the Part 1 and
2 courses, completed a Level 2 NVQ/SVQ in Access and
Rigging/CISRS Practical Skills Assessment and passed the
CITB Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test.
Additional categories
CISRS recognises seven systems. These are Cuplok, Haki,
Kwikstage, Layher, Plettac Metrix, Tradlok, Alustar and +8.
A CISRS cardholder wishing to work with one or more of
these systems can have additional categories added to their
card by attending the appropriate approved CISRS system
product course(s). They must have completed at least Part 1
to be able to attend. Upon application, the existing card will
be endorsed with the appropriate systems.
Career path Scaffolding and Access

Complete the Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test
Complete the New Entrant Trainee and Scaffolding Labourer course (COTS) a mandatory
requirement for the CISRS Trainee Scaffolder (Red) Card
OR
Complete the CISRS Scaffolding Part 1 Tube and Fitting or System Scaffold course
CISRS
Scaffolding
Labourer
(Green) Card
awarded
CISRS
Trainee
Scaffolder
(Red) Card
awarded
Complete six months relevant site experience after being awarded the CISRS (Red) Card
Complete the CISRS Scaffolding Part 2: Tube and Fitting or System Scaffold course
Submit your NVQ/SVQ Level 2 site diary for assessment
Your NVQ/SVQ Level 2 site diary will then be assessed and verified internally
Once the NVQ/SVQ Level 2 is awarded and there is a minimum of six months relevant site
experience since completing the part two training
CISRS Basic
Scaffolder
(Blue) Card
awarded
Complete the one-day Level 2 CISRS Skills Match: Tube and Fitting or System Scaffold course
Complete one year of relevant site experience after being awarded the CISRS (Blue) Card
Complete the New Entrant Trainee and Scaffolding Labourer course (COTS) a mandatory
requirement for the CISRS Scaffolding Labourer (Green) Card
Complete the CISRS Advanced Scaffolder course

Submit your NVQ/SVQ Level 3 site diary for assessment
Your NVQ/SVQ Level 3 site diary will then be assessed and verified internally
Once the NVQ/SVQ Level 3 is awarded and there is a minimum of six months relevant site
experience since completing the advanced training
CISRS
Advanced
Scaffolder
(Gold) Card
awarded
Complete the two-day Level 3 Practical Assessment: Tube and Fitting including CISRS
Practical Skills Assessment course
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CISRS Operative Training Scheme (COTS)

Code
COTS
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course has been developed to teach all new entrants and
labourers the basics of the industry and how to work safely
with scaffolding and access equipment. It will also ensure that
existing operatives are up to date, as scaffolding labourers will
be required to repeat the course on a five yearly cycle, prior to
renewing their Card.
Existing CISRS Scaffolding Labourer cardholders will be required
to complete the course on expiry of their current Card, and prior
to a new Card being issued, as part of a new CISRS Scaffolding
Labourer Refresher Scheme.
Course programme

General responsibilities
Basic scaffolding terminology (components and application)
Servicing of equipment (tube, fittings, boards etc.)
Boards and stock quality control
Health, welfare, hygiene and housekeeping
Electrical safety
Fire prevention and control
Noise and vibration
Working at height
Accident prevention and reporting
Slips, trips and falls
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Transport safety on site
Equipment and tools
Manual handling (including loading and unloading)
Lifting equipment using rope and wheel
Questions/test paper.
Entry requirements
You must have a good understanding of spoken and written

The course is one day (eight hours) in duration and will
include a minimum of six hours tuition, practical exercises and
examinations.
You will be issued with a certificate of attendance following
successful completion of the CISRS Operative Training Scheme
(COTS) course.
Upon completion of the CITB Health, safety and environment
(HS&E) test, you will be eligible to apply for the relevant
CISRS Card.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
CISRS Scaffolding Part 1 page 113.
CISRS Scaffolding Part 1 Tube and Fitting or System Scaffold
Course programme
Safely and correctly erect independent and putlog scaffolds
with returns, towers and birdcage scaffolds, in tube and fitting
or proprietary systems where applicable
Observe regulations governing the safe erection, inspection
and dismantling of scaffolds and work methods to be adopted
Determine the material requirements for independents and
putlog with returns, towers, and birdcage scaffolds in tube and
fitting or proprietary systems where applicable
Lay out materials, set out the scaffolds and overcome
obstacles to erect the scaffold safely
Ensure that scaffolds are constructed to statutory regulations,
TG20 and BS EN12811-1, and follow the safe systems of work
set out in the Safety Guidance Note 4 (SG4)
Interpret simple drawings
Understand the basics of tie testing
Make alterations to scaffolds (e.g. lowering lift height on
independent)
NVQ/SVQ portfolio building.
Entry requirements
You must have at least six months scaffolding experience as
well as a reasonable level of mobility and the ability to lift and
move loads. You must also have a good understanding of spoken
and written English. Please contact us if you have any concerns
in this area.

This is a combination of classroom-based theory, computerbased training and practicals. Assessment involves written and
practical tests.
CISRS Scaffolding Part 1 certificate.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
After six months site experience, a CISRS Scaffolding Part 2
course can be attended and completed to NVQ/SVQ Level 2
page 114.
Code
BAW01
Duration
10 days
Grant
500

If you are a scaffolding contractor, and
you have taken out a Training Plan since 1
August 2014, you are allowed to claim for
this CISRS course separately from other
training to preserve your PAYE and LOSC
training days allowance.
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
System Scaffold categories that

are available for this course,
codes in backets:
+8
(BAW018)
Plettac Metrix (BAW01P)

Layher
(BAW01L)
Cuplok
(BAW01C)
Kwikstage
(BAW01KK)
Haki
(BAW01H)
Tradlok
TBA
Alustar
TBA
citb.co.uk/training
This course teaches and reinforces the core skills of scaffolding,

including how to safely erect, alter and dismantle basic
structures. You will improve your knowledge of scaffolding and
using tube and fitting or system scaffold. You will learn how, as
a member of a team, to erect, alter and dismantle the structures
safely and in the correct sequence.
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CISRS Scaffolding Part 2 Tube and Fitting or System Scaffold

Code
BAW02
Duration
10 days
Grant
500
This course is for people who have spent a minimum of six

months on site since passing the Scaffolding Part 1 course.
You will learn how to safely erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding
structures as a member of a team.

If you are a scaffolding contractor, and you
have taken out a Training Plan since
1 August 2014, you are allowed to claim
for this CISRS course separately from other
Supervisors
Managers
Directors

codes in backets:
+8
(BAW028)
Plettac Metrix (BAW02P)

Layher
(BAW02L)
Cuplok
(BAW02C)
Kwikstage
(BAW02K)
Haki
(BAW02H)
Tradlok
TBA
Alustar
TBA
Course programme
Correctly and safely erect truss-out, pavement gantry, loading
bay, splay, protective fan, pre-fabricated beams and roof
scaffolds
and dismantling of scaffolds and work methods to be adopted
Determine the truss-out, pavement gantry, loading bay, splay,
protective fan, use of prefabricated beams and roof scaffolds in
system or proprietary systems where applicable
Construct scaffolds to statutory regulations TG20 and

BS EN12811-1, and follow the safe systems of work set out in
the Safety Guidance Note 4 (SG4)
Practical setting of anchors for tie testing
NVQ/SVQ portfolio building and practical assessment.
Entry requirements
You must have completed at least six months scaffolding site
experience since passing the Scaffolding Part 1 course. You
will need a reasonable level of mobility and the ability to lift and
in this area.

This is a combination of classroom-based theory, computerbased training and practicals. Assessment involves written and
practical tests.
CISRS Scaffolding Part 2 certificate.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
After a further six months site experience and successful
completion of a portfolio and NVQ/SVQ sign off, a CISRS Level 2
Practical Skills Assessment can be attended by invitation only
page 117.
CISRS Advanced Scaffolding

Course programme
Correctly and safely erect cantilever drop, two-way shore,
dead shore, staircase, ramp, tubular drop and temporary roof
scaffolds in tube and fitting
and dismantling of these scaffolds and the work methods to be
adopted
Carry out procedures for producing, interpreting and using risk
assessments and method statements
Use scale rules and scale drawings
Determine the material requirements for cantilever drop,
two-way shore, dead shore, staircase, ramp, tubular drop and
temporary roof scaffolds in tube and fitting
Lay out materials, interpret design drawings, set out scaffolds
and overcome obstacles to erect the scaffold safely
Construct scaffolds to statutory regulations, TG20 and
BS EN12811-1, and follow the safe systems of work set out in
the Safety Guidance Note 4 (SG4)
Practical setting of anchors and tie testing
NVQ/SVQ portfolio building.

This is a combination of classroom-based theory and practicals.
Assessment involves written and practical tests.
CISRS Advanced Scaffolding certificate.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
After a further six months site experience and successful
completion of a portfolio and NVQ/SVQ sign off, a Level 3,
two-day CISRS Practical Skills Assessment can be attended by
invitation only page 118.
Code
BAW03
Duration
10 days
Grant
500

If you are a scaffolding contractor, and you
have taken out a Training Plan since
1 August 2014, you are allowed to claim
for this CISRS course separately from other
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Entry requirements
You must have held a CISRS Scaffolder Card for at least one year
while also gaining site experience. You will need a reasonable
level of mobility and the ability to lift and move loads. You must
also have a good understanding of spoken and written English.
Please contact us if you have any concerns in this area.
This course is for people who hold the CISRS Scaffolder Card.
You will learn how to safely erect, alter and dismantle a range of
complex scaffolding structures as a member of a team.
If you are a scaffolding contractor and

you have taken out a Training Plan since
1 August 2014 you are allowed to claim
for some CISRS courses separately, to
preserve your PAYE and LOSC training
days allowance.
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CISRS Two-day Product Knowledge Courses

Duration
2 days
Grant
100

Supervisors
Managers
Directors

codes in backets:
+8
(8PK2)
Plettac Metrix (PLEPK2)

Layher
(LAYPK2)
Cuplok
(CLPK2)
Kwikstage
(KSPK2)
Haki
(HKPK2)
Tradlok
(TLPK2)
Alustar
(ALUSTAR2)
This course aims to give you the practical and theoretical

knowledge to erect and dismantle chosen scaffold systems
safely, to current legislation and to the manufacturers
instructions.
Course programme
Basic product information and manufacturers instructions
Legal overview health and safety
British and European standards
Overview of product accreditation and testing schemes
Guidance and industry standards
Component range
Basic system(s) of work
Bracing requirements
Ties, stability and tie patterns

Loading and duties
Access towers
Independent tied scaffolds including returns and hop-ups
Birdcage access scaffolds
Loading towers
Methods of access and egress including stairways.
Entry requirements
You must hold a CISRS Card, (Scaffolder or Trainee Scaffolder),
and have completed a Scaffolding Part 1 training course. You
will need a reasonable level of mobility and the ability to lift and
in this area.

This is a combination of classroom-based theory, computerbased training and practicals. Assessment will take place via
written and practical tests.
Endorsement of CISRS Record Card in the specific product.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
CISRS Level 2 Practical Skills Assessment (Scaffolder)

Tube and Fitting or System Scaffold
Course programme
Erect a scaffold structure to a simple
drawing
Assess the measurements, level and
stability
Dismantle the scaffold correctly and
safely
Meet CISRS criteria.
Entry requirements
You must have completed the Scaffolding

Part 1 and Part 2 courses and have at
least six months scaffolding experience
since passing Part 2. You must submit a
completed portfolio and have it confirmed
that NVQ/SVQ units are awarded at
Level 2 before being invited to attend an
assessment. You will need a reasonable
level of mobility and the ability to lift and
move loads. You must also have a good
The assessment will be practical, based

on evidence of your scaffolding ability.
When successful, you can apply for a
CISRS Scaffolder Card.
Skills Match certificate/CISRS Scaffolder
Card.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Code
BAL05
Duration
1 day
Grant
400

400 per achievement
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Further training
page 121.
CISRS Advanced Scaffolding page 115.
CISRS Experienced Worker Practical Assessment Route (EWPAR)

Scaffolding
If you couldnt complete the Level 2
NVQ/SVQ because you were unable to
collect evidence for the portfolio, this
practical assessment is your chance to
achieve a Level 2 CISRS Scaffolder Card.
It is suitable for scaffolders who have
completed approximately one years
site/work experience since finishing the
Part 2 course.
Course programme
Scaffolding proficiency assessment.
Entry requirements
You must have completed the CISRS

Scaffolding Part 1 and Part 2 courses and
have approximately one years scaffolding
experience since passing Part 2. You will
need a reasonable level of mobility and
the ability to lift and move loads. You
must also have a good understanding
this area.
This is a practical assessment.
Level 2 NVQ/SVQ CISRS Scaffolder Card.
Code
EWSC1
Duration
2 days
Grant
400
Book now

on 0344 994 4433.
400 per achievement

This course will assess and verify your

knowledge of the scaffolding skills
learned on the CISRS Part 1 and Part 2
courses. It is suitable for scaffolders who
have previously attended the Part 1 and
Part 2 courses and have acquired the
necessary practical experience and
Further training
page 121.
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
CISRS Advanced Scaffolding page 115.
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Advanced Level 3 CISRS Practical Skills Assessment

Code
BAL05A
Duration
2 days
Grant
400
400 per achievement

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course is designed to assess your

scaffolding knowledge and expertise.
It is suitable for scaffolders who have
worked on site for at least six months
since attending training on the Advanced
Scaffolding course.
Course programme
Interpret instructions and information
Produce materials lists and method
statements
Select and check components
Erect and dismantle a scaffold
Use risk assessments and method
statements.
Entry requirements
You must have completed at least six

months site experience since attending
the Advanced Scaffolding course, and
had your NVQ/SVQ units awarded at
Level 3. You will need a reasonable
level of mobility and the ability to lift and
move loads. You must also have a good
NVQ/SVQ Level 3 CISRS Advanced

Scaffolder Card.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Training Scheme (Advanced SITS) page
121 and CISRS Scaffolding Supervisor
course page 119.
The assessment will be practical, based

on evidence of your scaffolding ability.
When successful, you can apply for a
CISRS Advanced Scaffolder Card.
CISRS Basic Access System Erector

Code
BAL95K
Duration
5 days
Grant
250

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course is for non-scaffolding

operatives who need to be able to
erect, dismantle or alter simple system
scaffold structures. You will learn on
system scaffold erected to a maximum
height of six metres, with no general
public interface and, upon successful
completion, will get your CISRS Basic
Access System Erector Card.
Course programme
Return and platform extension brackets
Loading bays (hop-ups)
Both ladder and stair access to a
maximum height of six metres using
any of the approved system scaffolds.
Entry requirements
mobility and the ability to lift and move
loads. You must also have a good

Practical assessments throughout the
duration of course.
CISRS Basic Access System Erector Card.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
If you are a scaffolding

contractor, and you
have taken out a
Training Plan since
1 August 2014, you
are allowed to claim for
some CISRS courses
separately, to preserve
your PAYE and LOSC
PASMA (Mobile Towers)

Practical assembly and dismantling
exercise
Stability and tying-in procedures
Identification of hazards relating to
tower scaffolds.
Course programme
Entry requirements
PASMA Card for successful learners.
Legal duties
Codes of Practice, guidance and
information relating to lightweight
access towers
British and European standards
Inspection and maintenance of tower
components
Function of components and limitations
Your role must involve responsibility for

assembling, dismantling, altering, moving
and inspecting mobile access towers. You
will need a reasonable level of mobility
and the ability to lift and move loads. You
must also have a good understanding
this area.
Assessment is through individual and

group exercises and an end of course
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Code
BAL10P
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
CISRS Scaffolding Part 1 page 113 and

Scheme (SITS) page 120.
CISRS Scaffolding Supervisor

This course aims to develop the core
management skills you need to effectively
supervise scaffolding operations. It will
enhance your professional development
and help you to gain evidence to achieve
NVQ/SVQ management/supervisory
qualifications.
Course programme
Health and safety including Safety
Guidance Note 4 (SG4)
Regulations and approved Codes of
Practice
Scaffolding terminology
Construction regulations and
recommendations of basic scaffolds
BS EN12811-1 and TG20
Practical inspection of scaffolds
Improved supervision of safety

compliance
Reporting and RIDDOR
Risk assessments and method
statements
Basic estimating
Communication skills
The Construction Industry Scaffolders
Record Scheme (CISRS).
Entry requirements
this area.

tutorials and practicals. Assessment
involves a written test and a written
project.
CISRS certificate of completion.
If you have passed the CITB Health, safety
and environment (HS&E) supervisors test
you will also obtain a CISRS Scaffolding
Supervisors Card.
Code
BAL25
Duration
5 days
Grant
250

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course will develop your understanding

of how to safely assemble, dismantle,
relocate and alter a mobile access tower
without risk of injury to yourself and
others.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
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CISRS Scaffolding Inspection Training Scheme (SITS)

Code
BAL06S
Duration
3 days
Grant
150
This CISRS accredited course will develop your understanding of

scaffolding components, forms of construction and the inspection
procedures for basic access scaffolds and how to comply with
current legislation and Codes of Practice.

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Course programme

Regulations and approved Codes of Practice

Tubes, boards and fittings
Ladders
Gin wheels and ropes
Scaffold ties
Construction regulations and recommendations of basic

scaffolds to include:
- independent tied scaffold
- putlog scaffold
- birdcage scaffold
- static tower
- basic independent tied scaffold
- scaffolds with prefabricated beams
- protective fans, pavement gantry
- loading bay, roof saddle scaffold
- splay scaffold roof edge protection
Practical inspection
Reports.
Entry requirements
You must either be able to provide evidence of passing a CITB
Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test within the last two
years; or you must hold at least one of the following:
Current CCNSG Passport to Safety
NEBOSH Construction certificate (taken within the last two
years)
Current Offshore Survival certificate/card
FAS Safe Pass
SMSTS (taken within the last two years)
SSSTS (taken within the last two years).

CISRS Scaffolding Inspection Training Scheme (SITS) certificate.
If you meet the health and safety scheme criteria, you can also
apply for the SITS Inspection Card.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
CISRS Advanced Scaffolding Inspection Training Scheme
(Advanced SITS) page 121.
CISRS Advanced Scaffolding Inspection Training Scheme

(Advanced SITS)
Course programme

Regulations and approved Codes of Practice

Scaffolding components
Scaffold ties
Construction of complex/designed scaffolds to include:
- ramps
- gantries
- temporary roofs
- slung scaffolds
- cantilever drop scaffolds
- shoring
- falsework
- practical inspection
- reports.

CISRS Scaffolding Inspection Training Scheme (Advanced SITS)
certificate.
If you meet the health and safety scheme criteria, you can also
apply for the Advanced SITS Inspection Card.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Code
BAL08S
Duration
2 days
Grant
100

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
CISRS Scaffolding Supervisor course page 119.
Entry requirements
You must have held a CISRS Inspection Card (or previous
equivalent) or a CISRS Scaffolder Card for at least two years, or
hold a CISRS Advanced Scaffolder Card.
You must either be able to provide evidence of passing a CITB
Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test within the last two
years, or you must hold at least one of the following:
This course develops your understanding of the appropriate

safety regulations and ability to interpret design specifications
and statutory regulations when inspecting complex/designed
scaffolding structures for faults.
Current CCNSG Passport to Safety

NEBOSH Construction certificate (taken within the last two
years)
Current Offshore Survival certificate/Card
FAS Safe Pass
SMSTS (taken within the last two years)
SSSTS (taken within the last two years).
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Code
TG2013
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
NEW
The course is for those who have already completed the

CISRS SITS course and only require training on the TG20:13
updates from the previous version or anyone who works within
the contruction sector and wishes to update their scaffolding
knowledge.
The course helps to identify the principle changes that conforms
to the assembly of tube and fitting scaffolding within a generally
recognised standard configuration, which will not require a
bespoke design in order to meet current legislation and industry
guidance.
Course programme
To identify when a scaffolding requires a bespoke design
To understand the use of TG20:13 compliance sheets
To state the industry recognised best practice for tube and
fitting scaffolds
To identify the principal changes of TG20:13 compliant
scaffolds that were previously covered in TG20:08
To understand the use of the TG20:13 eGuide
to produce compliance sheets.
To state the wider range of additional
structures that had previously required a
bespoke design.
Entry requirements
Assessment and Training

This course involves classroom-based tutorials and practicals.
You will be continuously assessed throughout the course.
NCC certificate of attendance.
Workforce development courses that are

available at the Tunnelling and Underground
Construction Academy (TUCA)
Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)..........59
Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS).............58
National Examination Board in Occupational Safety
and Health (NEBOSH).................................................................62
PASMA (Mobile Towers)..........................................................119
Ride on Road Roller..................................................................102
Slinger/Signaller............................................................................91
Apprenticeships delivered at the Tunnelling and

Underground Construction Academy (TUCA)

Formwork .......................................................................................21
Plant Maintenance ......................................................................29
Tunnel Operative..........................................................................34
Tunnelling Construction Operative.........................................35
Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL)................................................36
As new courses are constantly being developed at TUCA please check citb.co.uk/tuca for the latest information.
citb.co.uk/training
For information
on course prices,
please see our
separate price
list or visit
citb.co.uk/training
As the only specialist facility for those working in

soft-rock tunnelling in Europe, the Tunnelling and
Underground Construction Academy (TUCA) in
East London provides training to meet current
and future demand for a qualified underground
workforce created by significant infrastructure
projects in the UK and Europe.
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TUCA
The Tunnelling and Underground Construction

Academy (TUCA), located in East London, opened in
September 2011. Developed in partnership with the
National Construction College and Crossrail, TUCA
is designed to equip both new and existing workers
with the specialist skills they need in an industry that is
embracing new technology, environmental awareness
and safer working methods.
Unrivalled facilities
TUCAs facilities are unrivalled anywhere in Europe and are
specially designed to replicate the overall experience and
specific key activities in a fully-automated tunnelling project.
Specialist training facilities include

A simulated pit top with gantry crane
A pit bottom inclusive of a 40 metre tunnel environment
A state of the art Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL)
training facility
A fully functioning concrete testing laboratory
An operational loco track and driver training facilities
A fully operational four metre Ring-Erector Simulator
Additional workshops for other tunnelling specific training.
Additional facilities
... include a comprehensive range of small tools and
equipment, six state of the art teaching rooms, a test centre
for online safety testing and a large refectory.
What is available at TUCA
The fantastic facilities at TUCA allow us to not only deliver tunnelling courses
but a whole range of courses that the National Construction College provide.
These include
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For the full range of what we can provide, download our online brochure from
citb.co.uk/tuca or order a printed version from tuca@citb.co.uk
CPCS Plant Category Accredited Centre
/tuca
citb.co.uk
As we continue to look at expanding the range of courses available at TUCA,

we are proud to announce that a range of CPCS accredited courses are now
available to book at TUCA.
Course
CPCS Code
Page No.
(if applicable)
Skid Steer Loader
A23
Mobile Elevating Work Platforms Scissor
A25
105/106
Mobile Elevating Work Platforms Boom

(vehicle mounted)
A26A
105/106
Ride On Road Roller
A31
102
Lorry Loader Hook
A36A
97
Lorry Loader Clamshell Bucket
A36B
Slinger/Signaller
A40
91
Trailer Mounted Concrete Pump
A44
128
Compact Crane 360

Tunnel Locomotives all categories
Plant Driving Tracked (blade/shovel) all
sizes loading/unloading
A66D
A67A,C and
D
A68J
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Offering opportunities to jobseekers

The National Construction College has secured funding through the Skills
Funding Agency to deliver tunnelling and underground construction training
to the unemployed. As part of this programme we have the ability to work with
employers to match job requirements to the training delivered.
This training is available now and will continue to support the industry for the
next three years.
The need for a well trained workforce is of paramount importance and this
programme is the first stage to training a new workforce.
Recent successes with Balfour Beatty Utilities (London Power Tunnels) has
demonstrated the added value our programmes give to employers and their
new employees. 20 of our students all gained employment with Balfour Beatty
in October 2013, after attending a 15-day programme here at TUCA. The
programme was designed specifically for the project and it meant that the
students were ready to go on day one.
Health, safety and environment
For more information on our pre-employment programmes and to find out

how we can help you meet your targets and gain valued members to your
workforce, email tuca@citb.co.uk
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Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) Training and Assessment

Code
SCL01
Duration
Arranged on an individual basis
Grant
Dependent on the duration of

the course

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course aims to give you a

comprehensive grounding in sprayed
concrete techniques and refresh your
knowledge in preparation for assessment.
Course programme
Work with sprayed concrete substrates
Carry out pre-operation equipment
checks
Understand shotcrete tolerances for
SCL
Use sprayed concrete
Test sprayed concrete
Clean SCL equipment
Understand all signal systems, including
traffic lights and/or replacement hand
signals.
Entry requirements

Youll be trained in all elements of SCL
through a combination of theory and
practical training including use of 3D
simulators.
EFNARC P provisional licence.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Further training
On successful completion of this training,
you can be assessed on site to gain a full
NVQ/SVQ in Sprayed Concrete Lining
see On Site Assessment Service
page 40. Progression to full EFNARC
nozzle man status can be attained.
You must have experience of SCL and

hold a current CSCS Card.
Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) Concrete Technology for Operatives

Code
SCTC01
Duration
Grant

the course

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course is for those who are currently

working with Sprayed Concrete Lining and
require knowledge of the more technical
aspects of SCL. It will help you get to
grips with the technical aspects of SCL,
including how to mix concrete correctly.
Course programme
The importance of accurate mix
consistency
The quality control requirements for SCL
How to test fresh and cured concrete
How inconsistencies will affect the
finished product
The importance of the curing process.
Entry requirements
You must have experience of applying SCL
and currently be working in the sector.

practical sessions and classroom work.
certificate.
Book now
0344 994 4433.
Further training
For information on other SCL courses
please refer to this course programme or
visit citb.co.uk/training
Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) Inspectors Course

Course programme

certificate.
The importance of accurate mix

consistency
The quality control requirements for SCL
How to test fresh and cured concrete
finished product
The importance of the curing process
Finishing of SCL
The separate phases of SCL.
This course is predominantly a classroombased course with workshop activity

witnessing SCL being applied.
Code
SCIC01
Duration
Grant

the course
Book now


on 0344 994 4433.
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Further training
For information on SCL courses
please call 0344 994 4433 or visit
citb.co.uk/training
Entry requirements
You must have experience of SCL
application and be currently working in
the sector. Knowledge and understanding
of concrete technology are essential.
Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) Waterproof Membrane Awareness

This course will give you an awareness of
the waterproof membrane layers used in
conjunction with SCL.
Course programme
The types of membrane available

Substrate preparation
The application of membrane layers
Fixing patterns
finished product
Coverage of waterproof membranes.
Entry requirements
You must have experience of SCL
application and be currently working in
the sector. Knowledge and understanding
of concrete technology are essential.
This course is a mix of classroom-based

and workshop learning.
certificate.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
For information on SCL courses
please call 0344 994 4433 or visit
citb.co.uk/training
Code
SCWM01
Duration
Grant

the course

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
citb.co.uk/training
This course aims to provide you with

an awareness of SCL and its phases of
work. It is for those who are currently
working within the SCL sector who have a
responsibility for quality control.
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Code
HSFT1
Duration
day
Grant
25

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course will improve your knowledge

of tunnelling operations and prepare you
for the Tunnel Safety Card Health and
Safety Test.
Course programme
Tunnel Safety Card.
Recognise the hazards associated with

tunnelling operations
Understand the controls in place to
reduce risks
Recognise your environmental
responsibilities
Understand the behavioural issues
affecting construction sites.
Learn via group activities and case study

exercises.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
page 131.
Entry requirements
this area.
Trailer Mounted Concrete Pump/Pressurised Systems

Code
TMCPPS02
Duration

Grant
570

Practical Test
Theory Test
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
The aim of the course is to help you

understand the general hazards when
working with concrete pumps/pressurised
systems within the construction industry.
training towards a Construction Plant
Competence Scheme (CPCS) Red Card.
Course programme
Concrete pumping accidents
Concrete pump operational safety
checks
Communication
Pumping concrete priming the
line/pipes
Key issues pumping concrete
Problem solving
Blockage essential actions
Pump maintenance
Safety reminders
Control of Substances Hazardous to
Health (COSHH).
Book now
Entry requirements
Further qualification includes a Level 2

NVQ/SVQ, which leads to a Blue CPCS
Competent Operator Card see
Service page 108.

safety and environment (HS&E) test
before attending this course.

Construction Plant Competence Scheme
(CPCS) Red Card.

on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Trailer Mounted Concrete Pump/Pressurised Systems Refresher

Entry requirements
Course programme
Concrete pumping accidents

Concrete pump operational safety
checks
Communication
Pumping concrete priming the line
Key issues pumping concrete
Problem solving
Blockage essential actions
Pump maintenance
Safety reminders
Control of Substances Hazardous to
Health (COSHH).
Must be able to demonstrate a

background knowledge of pressurised
concrete pump systems.
certificate.
Code
TBA
Duration
1 or 2 days
Grant

the course

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
You can go on to complete a three-day
course for non-CPCS cardholders
call for details.

This course will allow learners to
demonstrate their knowledge and
understanding of operating a tunnel
locomotive.

on 0344 994 4433.
This is a combination of a one to

one CPCS Theory Test and practical
assessments.
Entry requirements
You must be employed and working in
tunnelling activity within the last year and
hold a current CSCS Card.
CPCS Red Card A67 Tunnel

Locomotive.
Book now
Further training
After 300 hours you can be assessed for
a full NVQ/SVQ and convert your CPCS
Red Card to a full CPCS Blue Card see
Service page 108.
Code
Call for details
Duration
Grant

the course

Practical Test
Theory Test
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
citb.co.uk/training
The aim of this course is to help you

understand the general hazards of
working with pressurised systems/pumps
within the sprayed concrete industry.
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Code
TLOCOTR
Duration
4/5 days depending on

previous experience
Grant

the course

Practical Test
Theory Test
Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course aims to provide you with

the opportunity to achieve a nationally
recognised competence qualification
(CPCS) and provides the first step
towards achieving an NVQ/SVQ in Tunnel
Locomotive Operating.
Entry requirements
Further training
You must have been employed and

working in tunnelling activity within the last
year. You must also hold a current CSCS
Card.
After 300 hours you can be assessed for a

full NVQ/SVQ and convert your CPCS Red
Card to a full Blue Card see NVQ/SVQ
Assessment and Verification Service
page 108.
Course programme
There will be an assessment on the final

day.
Safe working practices

The safe operation of tunnel
locomotives
Operator maintenance of a locomotive
Hazards of operating in a tunnel
Load types and characteristics
Track layout including point systems
All signal systems including traffic lights
and/or replacement hand signals.
CPCS Red Card A67 Tunnel
Locomotive.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Overhead Gantry Crane Operator Training and Advanced

Slinger/Signaller Techniques
Code
OGC01
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors

working with gantry crane systems/slinger
signaller duties. This course provides
training for those who have experience
in gantry crane operation but have not
operated cranes in the last six months,
or other operatives deemed to need
refresher training by their employer.
Course programme
Regulation Health and Safety at Work
Act 1974
Provision and Use of Work Equipment
Regulations (PUWER) 1998
Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment
Regulations (LOLER) 1998
Slinging theory including safety code
Crane theory
Explanation of controls and instruments
Daily checks
Pre-operational checks
Operational checks
PPE requirements
Responsibility
Risk assessment
Planning the lift
Safe working load
The effect of shock loading on the
structural strength of a gantry crane.
Entry requirements
Must be able to demonstrate previous
use of gantry cranes and also hold a
CPCS Red or Blue Card Slinger/Signaller
certification.

certificate.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Confined Space Entry with Escape Breathing Apparatus
Course programme
Hazards and risks associated with
confined spaces
Compressed air escape breathing
apparatus
Personal gas detection equipment
Safe use of access and egress

equipment including fall protection
equipment
Practical use of the above equipment in
a realistic training environment.
Entry requirements
this area.
certificate.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Advanced Technical Rescue from
Confined Spaces page 133.
Code
CSEEBA
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors


working in a confined tunnel environment
including the safe use of self-rescue
devices.
Course programme
Hazards and risks associated with
confined space and tunnel entry
Oxygen re-breathers
Personal and area gas detection
equipment
Access and egress equipment including
fall protection equipment

City & Guilds certificate 6151 Tunnel
Entry.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Code
SRFT01
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors
This course is for those entering confined

spaces with escape breathing apparatus
sets. The aim of this course is to help
you understand the general hazards of
working in a confined tunnel environment
holding water including the use of
escape breathing apparatus as a means
of self-rescue. Qualifies for entry into
medium risk confined spaces NC1-NC3.
Entry requirements
this area.
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Self-contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)

Code
SCBA
Duration
1 or 2 days in conjunction with

Tunnel Entry and Emergency
Procedures or Confined Space
Entry with Escape Breathing
Apparatus.
3 days if Supervision and
Management of Work in
Confined Spaces is required.
Grant

the course

Supervisors
Managers
Directors

understand safe entry into hazardous areas,
e.g. gas rich environments, and entry into
high risk confined space environments.
You will gain NC1-NC4 classifications if
this course is taken in conjunction with
or Confined Space Entry with Escape
Breathing Apparatus.
Course programme
Theory of compressed air breathing
apparatus
Safe usage of SCBA including pre-use
and post-use checks and servicing
Breathing apparatus entry control

This course is a mix of classroom and
workshop learning.
certificate and City & Guilds 6151
certificate in Tunnel Entry and Associated
Emergency Procedures.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Advanced Technical Rescue from Confined
Spaces page 133.
Entry requirements
Self-contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) with Snatch Rescue

Code
SCBASR
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors

understand how to safely recover
casualties from a hazardous environment.
Aimed at situations where casualty safety
will not be compromised by a basic
recovery.
Course programme
Theory of compressed air breathing
apparatus
Safe usage of SCBA including pre-use
and post-use checks and servicing
Breathing apparatus entry control
a realistic training environment
Basic casualty and stretcher handling
techniques for rapid recovery from
confined spaces.
Entry requirements
Basic first aid training.

certificate.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Supervision and Management of Work in Confined Spaces
Course programme
Creation of risk assessments, safe
systems of work and rescue plans
Detailed understanding of the
classification of contained space, and
how to apply this knowledge
Best practice and the need for planning
work in confined spaces.

This course is a classroom-based
programme.
certificate.
Book now
on 0344 994 4433.
Further training
Code
SMWCS
Duration
1 day
Grant
50

Supervisors
Managers
Directors

Confined Spaces see below.
Entry requirements
Previous experience within confined
space working is highly recommended.
Advanced Technical Rescue from Confined Spaces

This course offers a full rescue
qualification aimed at employees who
will form part of a standby rescue team.
Training is best completed in the teams
within which you will operate in confined
spaces. The aim of this course is to help
you understand the general hazards of
working in a high risk confined tunnel
environment, for example, gas rich
environments. It includes the use of
escape breathing apparatus as a means
of self-rescue and the use of confined
space rescue equipment for complicated
rescue operations.
Course programme
Rescue planning, the roles and

responsibilities of a rescue team member
Use of confined space rescue
equipment including stretchers, oxygen
resuscitation devices, defibrillation units
and air augmentation for casualties with
working BA sets.
City & Guilds certificate in Emergency

Rescue and Recovery of Casualties from
Confined Spaces Level 3.
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Code
ATRCS
Duration
5 days
Grant
250

Entry requirements
Full First Aid at Work qualification.
Supervisors
Managers
Directors

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The course provides you with the

knowledge required for creating
supporting documentation and for
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Record Scheme, call us on 0844 815 7223.
CSCS
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Certification Scheme, call us on 0844 576 8777.
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Worker Practical Assessment
To discuss assessment strategies to qualify your
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National Construction College, please contact your local
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Wales
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About our IAG Service
What we expect from you
The service we offer is designed to help you make

informed decisions, whether you want to find out
about a specific training course that we offer, to find
out how to improve your job prospects or skills, get a
qualification or just to make the best out of your current
role within the construction industry.
Complete information so that we can answer your

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A confidential, impartial and objective information

and advice service which covers learning
opportunities and the skills and qualifications needed
within the construction industry and allied professions
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Support during your studies at the National
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complaints and where unresolved complaints may be
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this confidentially and will do our very best to resolve
it fairly and quickly in accordance with our procedure.
Equal Opportunities
The National Construction College welcomes enquiries
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If you have a disability which affects the way in which
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We welcome your feedback

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complaints. If you wish to contact us, please call the
National Construction College standards team on
0300 456 7698.
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Index
Apprenticeships
Access Apprenticeships
Lightning Conductor Engineering................................................................................................. 33
EUSR Utilities Excavation Support Categories 3 and 4......................................................... 51
Scaffolding............................................................................................................................................ 33
EUSR Utilities Excavation Support Category 5......................................................................... 51
Steeplejacking..................................................................................................................................... 33
Excavation Support for Timber Trenches and Shafts.............................................................. 50
Civil Engineering Technician........................................................................................................... 19
External Wall Insulation (EWI) Boarder Installer........................................................................ 55
Construction Team Leader.............................................................................................................. 20
External Wall Insulation (EWI) Pre-Course (Novices/New Entrants).................................... 55
Formwork.............................................................................................................................................. 21
External Wall Insulation (EWI) Render/Finisher......................................................................... 56
General Construction........................................................................................................................ 23
Formwork Upskilling.......................................................................................................................... 45
Highway Maintenance...................................................................................................................... 24
New Entrants/Graduates Core Trade Awareness................................................................ 53
Steelfixing.............................................................................................................................................. 22
New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA) 1991 Operatives........................................ 46
Crane Operation................................................................................................................................. 31
Demolition Plant Operation............................................................................................................. 32
Index
Abrasive Wheels................................................................................................................................. 54
Plant Maintenance.............................................................................................................................. 29
Plant Operation Civil Engineering Plant and Construction Plant..................................... 30
Roofing Apprenticeships
Built-up Felt Roofing.......................................................................................................................... 26
Roof Sheeting and Cladding........................................................................................................... 27
Roof Slating and Tiling...................................................................................................................... 28
Specialist Apprenticeships
Interior Systems Suspended Ceiling Fixing, Partition Fixing and Drylining.................. 25
Excavation Support Using Hydraulic Proprietary Shoring..................................................... 50
New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA) 1991 Supervisors...................................... 47

New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 Refresher................................................................. 48
New Roads and Street Works Act 1991
Additional modules............................................................................................................................ 48
Passive House Tradesperson Accredited Course.................................................................... 56
Safe Entry into Confined Spaces................................................................................................... 52
Steelfixing Upskilling.......................................................................................................................... 45
Supervisors and Engineers: Concrete Appreciation............................................................... 52
Temporary Works Co-ordinator...................................................................................................... 49
Temporary Works Supervisor.......................................................................................................... 49
Health and Safety
Tunnelling Apprenticeships
Tunnelling Construction Operative................................................................................................ 35
Directors Role for Health and Safety........................................................................................... 61
Sprayed Concrete Lining.................................................................................................................. 36
Environmental Management Systems at Site Level................................................................. 66
Tunnel Operative................................................................................................................................. 34
Health and Safety Awareness......................................................................................................... 58
Assessment Services
National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) National

Certificate in Construction Health and Safety........................................................................... 62
On Site NVQ/SVQ Assessment..................................................................................................... 40

On Site NVQ/SVQ Assessment Workshop................................................................................. 39
Asbestos Awareness UKATA Certified.................................................................................... 64
National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) National

Certificate in the Management of Health and Well-being..................................................... 63
Occupational Health Stay Well at Work................................................................................... 64
Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme (SEATS)..................................................... 61
Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)................................................................ 59
Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) Refresher............................................ 60
Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS)................................................................... 58
Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) Refresher................................................ 59
Plant Operations
Waste Management on Site............................................................................................................ 67
Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) CPCS Code A61....................................................... 96
Working at Height Online................................................................................................................. 65
CPCS Tester....................................................................................................................................... 107
Crawler Crane CPCS Code A02 Endorsement B All Duties............................................. 94
Building Information Modelling (BIM)........................................................................................... 74
Dump Truck Articulated Chassis CPCS Code A56 Endorsement B All sizes....... 100
Business Improvement in Construction: Business Analysis and Planning........................ 76
Eco Operator.................................................................................................................................... 103
Business Improvement in Construction: Finance, Costing and Pricing............................. 75

Business Improvement in Construction: Understanding the Market and Selling........... 75
Excavator 180 Wheeled CPCS Code A12 Above 5 Tonnes

(including A10 Below 5 Tonnes)................................................................................................ 98
Construction ILM Level 3 Award in Leadership and Management Practice................... 73
Excavator 360 Tracked CPCS Code A59 Above 10 Tonnes.......................................... 98
Construction ILM Level 3 Certificate in Leadership and Management Practice............ 73
Excavator Banksman Roles and Responsibilities................................................................... 104
Fairness, Inclusion and Respect: Senior Managers and Directors in Construction....... 72
Forward Tipping Dumpers Wheeled CPCS Code A09.................................................... 101
ILM Level 3 Award in Leadership and Management.............................................................. 74
Lifting with Excavators CPCS Code A59C.................................................................................. 99
Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management..................................................... 71
Lorry Loader CPCS Code A36 Endorsement A Hook........................................................ 97
Level 3/4 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Supervision.................................................... 71
Management of Lifting Operations in Construction................................................................ 97
Strategy.................................................................................................................................................. 72
Managing and Co-ordinating Plant............................................................................................. 106

Managing and Co-ordinating Plant Refresher......................................................................... 107
Mini Excavator CPCS Code A58 Below 10 Tonnes............................................................ 99
Advanced Surveying and Setting Out including GPS.......................................................... 44
Mobile Crane CPCS Code A60 All Duties.............................................................................. 93
Intermediate Surveying and Setting Out..................................................................................... 44
Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) IPAF................................................................ 105
Introduction to Setting Out.............................................................................................................. 43
Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) PAL+ Card................................................... 106
Levelling for Construction................................................................................................................ 43
NVQ/SVQ Assessment and Verification Service................................................................... 108
Index
Crane Supervisor CPCS Code A62.............................................................................................. 95
Pedestrian Operated Tower Crane CPCS Code A63.............................................................. 94
Plant Maintenance
Plant and Vehicle Marshaller CPCS Code A73...................................................................... 105
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)................................................................................................... 84
Ride On Road Roller CPCS Code A31..................................................................................... 102
Loading and Movement of Trailers and Mobile Towable Units............................................ 86
Safe Use of Quick Hitches............................................................................................................ 100
Test and Inspection............................................................................................................................ 85
Slinger/Signaller CPCS Code A40................................................................................................ 91
Track and Undercarriage Inspection............................................................................................ 85
Telescopic Handler CPCS Code A17 Endorsement C

(All Sizes Excluding 360 Slew)................................................................................................... 101
Welding Techniques........................................................................................................................... 84
Tower Crane CPCS Code A04 Endorsement A Trolley Jib B Luffing Jib.................. 92
Wheeled Loading Shovel CPCS Code A21............................................................................. 102
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Advanced Level 3 CISRS Practical Skills Assessment......................................................... 118
Advanced Technical Rescues from Confined Spaces.......................................................... 133
CISRS Advanced Scaffolding....................................................................................................... 115
Confined Space Entry with Escape Breathing Apparatus................................................... 131
CISRS Advanced Scaffolding Inspection Training Scheme (Advanced SITS)............... 121
CPCS Loco Assessment................................................................................................................ 129
CISRS Basic Access System Erector......................................................................................... 118
CPCS Loco Training and Assessment....................................................................................... 130
CISRS Experienced Worker Practical Assessment Route (EWPAR) Scaffolding.......... 117
Overhead Gantry Crane Operator Training and Advanced

Slinger/Signaller Techniques........................................................................................................ 130
Index
CISRS Level 2 Practical Skills Assessment (Scaffolder)

Tube and Fitting or System Scaffold.......................................................................................... 117
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).......................................................................... 132
CISRS Operative Training Scheme (COTS).............................................................................. 112
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) with Snatch Rescue................................... 132
CISRS Scaffolding Inspection Training Scheme (SITS)......................................................... 120
Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) Concrete Technology for Operatives............................ 126
CISRS Scaffolding Part 1 Tube and Fitting or System Scaffold...................................... 113
Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) Inspectors Course.............................................................. 127
CISRS Scaffolding Part 2 Tube and Fitting or System Scaffold...................................... 114
Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) Training and Assessment.................................................. 126
CISRS Scaffolding Supervisor...................................................................................................... 119
Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) Waterproof Membrane Awareness............................... 127
CISRS Two-day Product Knowledge Courses......................................................................... 116
Supervision and Management of Work in Confined Spaces............................................. 133
PASMA (Mobile Towers)................................................................................................................ 119
Tunnel Safety Card (TSC) Training and Test............................................................................. 128
TG20:13 Principal Changes......................................................................................................... 122
Trailer Mounted Concrete Pump/Pressurised Systems....................................................... 128

Trailer Mounted Concrete Pump/Pressurised Systems Refresher................................... 129

Inspiring and Coaching your Apprentice.................................................................................... 79
Level 3 Award in Education and Training (QCF)....................................................................... 81
Level 3 Award in Education and Training (QCF) Initial Assessment................................... 80
Understanding and Motivating your Apprentice...................................................................... 79
Understanding the Role of the Work Based Recorder........................................................... 80
Tunnel Entry and Emergency Procedures................................................................................ 131
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