Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment

What is this course?

This course is designed for individuals who want to build their knowledge of health and safety in a construction environment. It supports safer working practices, develops site awareness, and helps learners prepare for roles within the construction and fencing industries.

Quick Facts

  • Price: £150 + VAT per delegate
  • Duration: 1 day
  • Maximum delegates: 12
  • Certification: Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment Certificate
  • Validity: No current expiry date; refresher recommended every 2 years
  • Health and safety responsibilities and principles of risk assessment
  • Safe manual handling
  • Working safely at height
  • Health risks in construction environments
  • Plant and equipment safety

A multiple-choice question paper, internally assessed and externally verified by the awarding organisation.

Outcome: successful learners may be able to apply for a first Green FISS card, or renew a current FISS/CSCS green (labourer) or blue (installer) card.

Individuals looking to join construction or fencing-related roles, as well as workers who need a foundation in site safety awareness. Also relevant for learners preparing to apply for or renew relevant site access cards, and for employers seeking introductory construction health and safety training.

Course Content

  • Health and safety responsibilities and principles of risk assessment
  • Safe manual handling
  • Working safely at height
  • Health risks in construction environments
  • Plant and equipment safety

Assessment

A multiple-choice question paper, internally assessed and externally verified by the awarding organisation.

Outcome: successful learners may be able to apply for a first Green FISS card, or renew a current FISS/CSCS green (labourer) or blue (installer) card.

Suitable For

Individuals looking to join construction or fencing-related roles, as well as workers who need a foundation in site safety awareness. Also relevant for learners preparing to apply for or renew relevant site access cards, and for employers seeking introductory construction health and safety training.

Entry Requirements
  • • No formal entry requirements
  • • Learners should have sufficient English language, literacy and comprehension skills to complete the training and assessment
  • • No PPE required for classroom-based delivery

Trainer Delivering This Course

Chris Sanders
Lead Trainer / Assessor
Chris brings 40 years of industry experience to AJ's Training, including 35 years in telecommunications and a background as a City & Guilds qualified electrician. A fully qualified Level 3 trainer and assessor, he delivers NRSWA, EUSR, health and safety and telecommunications training, and mentors AJ's newer trainers.
Stuart Pocock
Apprenticeship Manager / Lead IQA / DLS
With over 15 years across construction and highways, Stuart leads AJ's apprenticeship programmes, safeguards learner welfare as Designated Safeguarding Lead, and oversees assessment quality as Lead IQA. He teaches across vehicle restraint systems, fencing, plant, health and safety, street works and EUSR.
Steve Duckworth
Training Officer
Steve has 35 years' experience in the highways and fencing industry, progressing from labourer to installer, supervisor and now Training Officer. Lantra approved and CAVA qualified, he delivers AJ's vehicle restraint systems training alongside plant, health and safety, and fencing diploma courses.
Garry Dickinson
Trainer / Fencing Instructor
Garry brings 27 years of industry experience, including a decade as a Contracts Manager delivering major projects around the UK. He recently joined AJ's Training to deliver VRS Installer training and support General Fencing/VRS Installer apprenticeships.

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FAQs

Is this course only relevant to construction workers?

No — this course is offered to everyone in every industry, including office-based staff, not just construction.

What should I bring or wear?

Safety footwear and gloves are required for the practical exercises.

How long does the certificate last?

3 years.

Is this course available online?

Yes — an eLearning version will be available from October 2026, priced at £30 + VAT.

How is the course assessed?

A 20-question multiple-choice and statement-based classroom exam, plus a practical assessment demonstrating safe technique.

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