Construction Health, Safety & Sustainability Skills

The Construction Health, Safety & Sustainability Skills Bootcamp is a rigorous 12-week Level 3 programme tailored for professionals in the construction industry. The course is designed to instil a comprehensive understanding of the health, safety, and sustainability practices that are critical in construction environments. Through this course, participants will learn to effectively identify and manage risks, ensuring the well-being of all stakeholders and minimising the environmental impact of construction projects.

Health & Safety in a Construction Environment: This foundational module addresses the various aspects of maintaining a safe construction site, including regulations, workplace safety plans, and the culture of safety in the construction industry.

Hazards, Risks, Assessment, and Controls: Learn to identify potential hazards in construction, evaluate the risks associated with them, and implement control measures. This includes training in the use of risk assessment tools and methodologies.

Plant, Machinery, Vehicles, PPE, and General Safety: Gain knowledge of the correct use and maintenance of construction plants, machinery, and vehicles. Understand the significance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and general safety guidelines to prevent workplace injuries.

Fire, Electricity & Gas Safety: Delve into safety procedures related to fire prevention, electrical safety, and gas safety. This module will teach you to recognize fire hazards, understand electrical and gas safety regulations, and respond effectively in emergencies.

Sustainability Best Practices within Construction Sector: Explore the sustainable practices that can be implemented in construction to minimise environmental impact. This includes waste management, resource conservation, and sustainable materials use.

CSCS Certification: The course offers an optional exam that leads to CSCS Certification, recognised across the industry as evidence of a strong understanding of health, safety, and sustainability in construction. The successful completion and receipt of a CSCS card allows you to work on a construction site.

This Bootcamp is an ideal starting point for individuals looking to enter the construction industry or those currently working in the field who seek formal training in health, safety, and sustainability. The curriculum is tailored to provide foundational knowledge and skills, preparing participants to uphold the highest standards of safety and environmental stewardship on the job.

Upon completion, the optional CSCS Certification can open doors to new opportunities, granting participants the credentials needed to work on construction sites across the country.

This course is a stepping stone towards a rewarding career in construction, ensuring that all participants begin with the best practices ingrained from the onset.

Skills Bootcamps have different funding methods dependent on the employment status of the individual undertaking the course. The three methods below showcase the core funding routes of any Skills Bootcamp.

100% Government Funded for unemployed or self-employed individuals
90% Government Funded, 10% Employer Funded – Individual is employed by an SME (1 – 249 employees)
70% Government Funded, 30% Employer Funded – Individual is employed by a large employer (250+ employees)

This course will be conducted using a blended delivery model consisting of online live and self-paced e-learning materials, complimented by face-to-face sessions within one of our training centres in Worcester.

The training centre will either be GLP House, (security house address) or The Building Block, Shap Drive, Warndon, WR4 9NX.

The Level 3 Construction Healthy, Safety and Sustainability Skills Bootcamp slots into our Construction pathway. This pathway offers progression routes into further education via Apprenticeships or Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs).