CITB-accredited SMSTS training for construction site managers
This industry-leading course provides a comprehensive understanding of current legislation, management responsibilities, safe systems of work and best practice. It is designed to give site managers the competence and confidence to create a safe working environment, manage risk effectively and meet legal obligations under UK construction law.
All course materials are included, including the latest edition of the CITB GE700: Construction Site Safety – Health, Safety and Environmental Information Manual.
If you prefer to complete your training over separate days rather than a full week, the SMSTS Day Release Course is also available.
Who is the SMSTS Block Booking course for?
This training is ideal for site managers and project managers, aspiring managers preparing for a leadership role, supervisors moving toward site management, Health & Safety professionals working within construction, and anyone responsible for planning, organising and controlling site operations.
Many principal contractors require SMSTS certification as a minimum standard for management roles. This qualification is also an essential pathway for career progression within the construction industry.
What the SMSTS Block Booking course covers
The full CITB SMSTS syllabus is delivered across five consecutive training days, covering topics such as:
- Current health, safety, welfare and environmental legislation
- The manager's role in implementing safe working practices
- How to plan, organise, monitor and control site operations
- Understanding and managing risk on site
- Creating and maintaining a positive safety culture
- Effective communication of safety requirements to teams
- The importance of proactive leadership in accident prevention
- Industry best practice and up-to-date guidance affecting construction work
- Legal responsibilities, including CDM Regulations and duty-holder obligations
By the end of the course, delegates will have a detailed understanding of how to discharge their responsibilities as a site manager and ensure safe and compliant site operations.
Course materials & assessment
Included in your booking:
- CITB GE700 manual (latest edition)
- All course handouts and learning materials
- Support from experienced trainers throughout the week
Assessment
Delegates are assessed through:
- A final examination
- Trainer-reviewed exercises and case studies completed during the course
Successful delegates receive a CITB SMSTS certificate, valid for 5 years.
To renew your qualification, a 2-day SMSTS Refresher (SMSTS-R) must be completed before the certificate expires.
Training several managers at once?
A course advisor will arrange a block booking for your team, including private in-house delivery at your premises, in two minutes.
Why choose the SMSTS Block Booking format?
- Complete the full SMSTS qualification in one focused 5-day week
- Immersive, structured learning environment
- Less risk of knowledge gaps between training sessions
- Ideal for managers needing rapid certification
- Highly rated by companies training multiple managers at once
The block format is especially popular for organisations wanting fast onboarding for new managers or for delegates with limited availability across multiple weeks.
Why train with MAST Safety?
- Experienced trainers with real construction management backgrounds
- Practical, engaging delivery using real-world examples
- Excellent pass rates and learner support
- Straightforward booking and helpful pre-course guidance
Our focus is on delivering training that is both compliant and genuinely useful to working site managers.
Our health and safety consultants can also support your organisation with site audits and compliance advice.