CITB Site Managers Safety Training Scheme Refresher (SMSTS-R)
SMSTS Refresher Training for Construction Site Managers
2-day course | Classroom | Renews certificate for 5 years
The CITB SMSTS Refresher (SMSTS-R) course is designed for site managers who already hold a valid SMSTS certificate and need to renew it before expiry. Delivered over two focused training days, this refresher updates delegates on changes in legislation, new industry guidance, and current best practice affecting construction site management.
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.
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
- Friendly, professional training centre in Hainault
- 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.
View Upcoming SMSTS Refresher Course Dates
Browse the available SMSTS-R course dates below and book your place online.
If you’re unsure whether the refresher is suitable for you, our team is happy to check your eligibility and advise.
July 2026
- 29th Jul 2026 - 30th Jul 2026
- 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
- 2 days
- 10 places
- £295.00 + VAT
August 2026
- 19th Aug 2026 - 20th Aug 2026
- 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
- 2 days
- 10 places
- £295.00 + VAT
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