CITB News & Updates

Grandfather Rights are Ending - How Will it Affect Your Construction Job?

Understanding what the ending of grandfather rights will mean for you, and how it will affect the industry as a whole, is complex. You need to be fully informed of...

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NVQs Explained - Everything You Need to Know

National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) are courses that give you skills and knowledge required to secure a specific job. They typically teach practical skills alongside accompanying theory, emphasising work-based training so...

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CITB SSSTS Explained - How to Become a Site Supervisor

Table of Contents IntroductionWhat is CITB?What is a CITB SSSTS course?What are the main roles of a construction site supervisor?How much do construction site supervisors typically earn?What does the CITB...

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Construction Site Health & Safety Explained

There are many unique challenges that come with working in the construction industry. Among them, one of the most prominent is safety. There are many people working in construction in...

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How to Get a Blue CSCS Card - Information, Tips & Advice

Table of Contents IntroductionWhat are CSCS Cards?What is a Blue CSCS Card?Who Needs a Blue CSCS Card?What Trades Require a Blue CSCS Card?How Do I Get a Blue CSCS Card?Can...

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CSCS Cards – Everything You Need to Know

Learn all about the complicated world of CSCS cards in our new blog post. Construction Skills Certification Scheme Cards are essential in verifying qualifications and ensuring site safety in the...

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Staying Up to Date with SSSTS Qualifications

The Site Supervisors’ Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) provides a wonderful knowledge base for new supervisors who are soon to be put in charge of construction sites. The role brings a...

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The Importance of SSSTS Qualification and Certification

Each year sees thousands of injuries and numerous fatalities occur at construction sites across the UK. There are some who speculate that this is, whilst regrettable and unfortunate, simply an...

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SSSTS Training For MOD Service Leavers

One of the truly great characteristics of our society is the support we are always prepared to those who have served our nation. This is perhaps none more evident than...

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