SMSTS Refresher training for construction site managers
The course reinforces key responsibilities while ensuring managers remain legally compliant and confident in their role. Completing the refresher allows delegates to renew their SMSTS certification for a further five years, avoiding the need to retake the full five-day course.
Who is the SMSTS Refresher course for?
This course is suitable for:
- Site managers with an in-date SMSTS certificate
- Project managers responsible for site safety and compliance
- Construction professionals whose SMSTS certificate is approaching expiry
- Employers looking to maintain compliant, qualified site management teams
Important: If your SMSTS certificate has already expired, CITB requires you to complete the full SMSTS course again rather than the refresher.
What the SMSTS-R course covers
The SMSTS Refresher focuses on updating and reinforcing essential site management knowledge, including:
- Recent changes to health, safety, welfare and environmental legislation
- Updates to industry guidance and best practice
- The continuing legal responsibilities of site managers
- Managing risk effectively on modern construction sites
- Reinforcing safe systems of work
- Leadership and communication in maintaining site safety culture
- Learning from incidents, near misses and enforcement action
- Applying updated guidance to real site scenarios
The course encourages discussion and practical reflection, allowing delegates to relate updates directly to their own projects and responsibilities.
Course materials & assessment
What’s included:
- All required course materials
- Tutor-led discussions and practical exercises
- Support from experienced construction safety trainers
Assessment
Delegates are assessed through:
- A short examination
- Tutor-led participation and course exercises
Successful completion renews the delegate’s CITB SMSTS certificate for a further 5 years.
Certificate close to expiry?
A course advisor will check your eligibility and find a refresher date before your certificate runs out.
Why take the SMSTS Refresher course?
- Renew your SMSTS qualification without retaking the full course
- Stay up to date with changes in legislation and guidance
- Maintain compliance and site management competence
- Reinforce leadership and safety management skills
- Meet contractor and client competency requirements
This format offers flexibility without compromising course content or certification.
Why train with MAST Safety?
- Experienced trainers with real site management backgrounds
- Practical, engaging delivery focused on real-world application
- Excellent learner feedback and pass rates
- Clear guidance on eligibility and certification requirements
Our health and safety consultants can also support your organisation with site audits and compliance advice.