BS 5975 is the British Standard for managing temporary works. What it covers, the 2024 split into two parts, the TWC and TWS roles and the training that fits.
TWC and TWS are different jobs under BS 5975, and the right course depends on whether you manage the temporary works process or supervise the works on the ground. Here is how to choose.
What the 2-day CITB Temporary Works Coordinator course costs in 2026, with live prices by delivery format, refresher costs, and how firms bring the price down.
What the 1-day CITB SEATS course costs in 2026, with live prices by delivery format, what the day includes, and how to book.
What the CITB SEATS course covers, who should take it, and how it fits alongside SMSTS and SSSTS in the Site Safety Plus scheme.
What the 1-day CITB Health and Safety Awareness course costs in 2026, with live prices, what the day includes, and the CSCS green card route.
How the CITB HSA course fits the CSCS Green Labourer card: the accepted routes, the HS&E test you also need, and the steps in order.
What the 1-day CITB Temporary Works Supervisor course costs in 2026, with live prices by format and the cheaper routes for firms.
SMSTS courses typically cost between 399 and 489 pounds plus VAT. See live prices by format, what is included, and how to pay less.
SSSTS is the 2 day CITB course for supervisors. SMSTS is the 5 day course for site managers. Compare duration, cost and validity to pick the right one.
An SMSTS certificate lasts 5 years. Renew with the 2 day SMSTS Refresher before it expires, or you will have to retake the full 5 day course.
Online SMSTS is taught live by a tutor over video call and gives the same CITB certificate as classroom. Compare cost, format and what suits you.
Failing the SMSTS exam is not the end. Most providers will discuss a resit or retake. Here is how assessment works and what to do if you fall short.
SSSTS courses start from 219 pounds plus VAT. See live prices by date, venue and format, what is included, and how to keep the cost down.
CITB grants for SMSTS and SSSTS ended on 8 January 2026. Here is what replaced them, what you can claim now, and the booking rule that decides who gets it.
Who pays the CITB levy, how the rates work, who is exempt, and why staying registered can pay you back even when your levy bill is nil.
CITB Employer Networks part-fund training for construction employers. How to join free, what the 50% funding covers, the caps, and the booking rule.
