CITB Temporary Works Supervisor – Remote Training Course

Who Should Attend? 

This training course is designed to provide training for those undertaking the role of Temporary Works Supervisor, as defined in BS5975:2008 and A1:2011. Delegates will include: 

• Site engineers, managers of foremen (employed by the principal contractor or other works contractors) responsible for TW 
• Other supervisors (employed by works contractors) likely to be assisting a TWC 
• Anyone appointed by a TWS 
• Site safety advisors 

Course Aim:

The course will provide you with thorough knowledge of the role of a Temporary Works Supervisor including a sound understanding of the risk management of temporary works. 

The course is supported by the Temporary Work Forum, CECA, UKCG, HSE and FMB. 

Learning Outcomes:  

By the end of the course candidates will gain knowledge and skills in: 

• Risk management of temporary works 

• The importance of communications, co-operation, co-ordination and competency in managing temporary works as a TWS 

• Legal duties 

• The roles and responsibilities of the TWS 

• The role of other temporary work process 

• An understanding of the TWS relevant aspects if BS 5975:2008+A1:2011 

• The course also gives emphasis, throughout, the importance of: 

– The ‘4Cs’ (communication, co-ordination, co-operation and competency) 

– Risk management: safety and also business related 

Assessment Method: 

The course consists of one day of training of which candidates must attend the full 7.5 hours. The assessment is theory based and includes a multiple choice test. 

Accreditation: 

CITB renewable 5 year Site Safety Plus certificate.