GQA Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment
Construction Health & Safety Training for the CSCS Green Labourer Card
This entry-level course provides essential safety knowledge for construction environments. Passing it, along with the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test, allows individuals to apply for the CSCS Green Labourer Card required to work on UK construction sites.
Course Overview
This entry-level course provides essential safety knowledge for construction environments. It covers key health and safety principles that workers need to understand when working on UK construction sites.
Passing the required training, along with the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test, allows individuals to apply for the CSCS Green Labourer Card.
- Understand key health and safety principles for construction sites
- Build awareness of common site hazards and how to reduce risk
- Learn the essentials of safe working practices on site
- Forms part of the recognised pathway toward the CSCS Green Labourer Card
At a Glance
GQA Level 1 Construction Health & Safety Training
- Qualification Level
- GQA Level 1
- Guided Learning Hours
- 21 Hours
- Minimum Age
- 16+
- Pathway
- CSCS Green Labourer Card
- Mode of Training
- Face to Face
Speak to our team to check upcoming dates and confirm availability for your training pathway.
Who Is This Course For?
Building the foundation for a safer career on site.
New Construction Workers
For people beginning their career in the construction sector.
Construction Labourers
For individuals who need relevant health and safety training.
Career Starters
For people looking to enter the UK construction industry.
Workers Seeking CSCS Green Labourer Card Pathway
For people completing the relevant training requirements.
Entry Requirements
Minimum Age
16+
Provider requirements may vary. Minimum age requirements may vary depending on the specific training provider.
Guided Learning Hours (GLH)
Approximately 21 Hours
Often delivered in a 1-day or short intensive format, depending on the training provider.
What You Will Learn
Five core topics designed to build practical, essential safety awareness for the construction site.
Risk Assessments & Method Statements
Understanding the importance of risk assessments and method statements in construction safety.
Working Safely at Height
Key safety considerations when working at height.
Safe Manual Handling
Safe practices for lifting, moving and handling materials.
Health Risks, Hazards & Emergencies
Understanding construction-related health risks, hazards, accidents and emergency procedures.
Plant & Equipment Safety
Safety considerations when working around construction plant and equipment.
Build Your Construction Safety Knowledge
- Essential construction safety knowledge
- Risk awareness
- Safe working practices
- Health and safety awareness
- Plant and equipment safety
- Manual handling awareness
- Working-at-height awareness
Working Towards Your CSCS Green Labourer Card
The GQA Level 1 Award provides relevant construction health and safety training. Along with the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test, the required training pathway allows individuals to apply for the CSCS Green Labourer Card.
Step 1
Complete the required training
Step 2
Pass the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test
Step 3
Apply for the CSCS Green Labourer Card
Card application and issuance are subject to the applicable CSCS requirements. Completing this training alone does not automatically guarantee card issuance.
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