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Course Overview
The Level 1 Health and Safety in Construction Environment course provides the foundational knowledge needed by anyone entering the construction industry, covering legal requirements, common site hazards, risk assessment, safe working practices, and correct use of personal protective equipment.
Fully online, this qualification is recognised in its own right and also supports your application for a CSCS Green Card, a key requirement for construction site roles across the UK, making it ideal as part of a new worker's induction and helping build a strong commitment to safety from day one. You may also see this course listed as Construction Health and Safety Training, Level 1 Site Safety, or CSCS Green Card Preparation Course.
By completing this course, you will gain the essential health and safety knowledge needed to work more safely on construction sites and strengthen your application for a CSCS Green Card, helping you take your first step into the industry with greater confidence.
Once completed, you can progress to further health and safety qualifications in construction, higher-level CSCS-related training, site supervision courses, or broader construction skills programmes, supporting long-term growth within the sector. With flexible online learning and a clear route toward one of construction's most widely recognised safety credentials, this course offers a practical starting point for anyone looking to build a career on UK construction sites.
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Course Highlights
Fully online with flexible self-paced learning.
Interactive quizzes, mock exams, and final assessments.
Certificate on successful completion.
365 days access to the learning portal
Why Choose This Course?
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Learning Outcomes
Understand the legal requirements related to health and safety in construction.
Identify the most common hazards found on construction sites.
Carry out basic risk assessments to recognise potential dangers.
Follow safe working practices to minimise risks.
Who Is This Course For?
- •New entrants to the construction industry
- •Construction workers, trainees, and apprentices.
- •Team leader, supervisor, and manager.
- •Safety trainers.
Entry Requirements
The course is ideal for learners aged 16 and above.
Basic knowledge of English and ICT is recommended.
We understand that every learner has a different educational and professional background. If you do not see your qualification listed or are unsure whether you meet the entry requirements, our team is happy to help. We also welcome applicants without formal qualifications, particularly where relevant work experience or other learning can demonstrate suitability for the course.
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Skills Gained
This course develops practical health and safety awareness for construction environments, including:
Understanding legal, health, and safety duties.
Identifying and controlling common site hazards.
Basic risk assessment skills.
Safe working practices.
Course Curriculum
10 Modules
10 Lectures
16 Guided Learning Hours
Module 1: Introduction
Module 2: Hazards, Risks, Assessments and Controls
Module 3: Slips, Trips, Falls and Working at Height
Module 4: Manual Handling
IIRSM & ETA Awards Accredited
Awarded by
The International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) was established in 1975 and supports risk, health, and safety professionals worldwide. Through training, guidance, resources, and professional networking, IIRSM helps individuals and organisations strengthen risk management practices and create safer working environments.
ETA Awards is a UK awarding organisation that provides regulated vocational qualifications and end-point assessment services across sectors including engineering, manufacturing, management, and professional services. Originally established as Engineering Training Council Awards in 1990, ETA works with employers and training providers to support skills development, career progression, and workforce improvement.
Course Advantages
1 year access and support
Career progression sector
Constant mentor support
Course advisors for any questions
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Method of Assessment
Assessment is by an online test
Automatically graded with instant marks
Pass mark is 70%.
Multiple-choice questions
Certification
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded the Level 1 Health & Safety in a Construction Environment (CSCS Green Card) certification.
Career Progression
This qualification strengthens applications for entry-level construction roles and is widely used as part of the pathway to a CSCS Green card. Possible positions include,
1
Site operative
AED 25,000 Approx./pa
2
Trainee
AED 32,000 Approx./pa
3
Roles required on UK construction sites
AED 23,000 Approx./pa
Academic Progression
After completing this level 1 course, you can progress to,
Level 2 and 3 health and safety qualifications in construction.
Higher level CSCS related training
Site supervision or specialist safety courses
Broader construction skills and trade programs.
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