ARC Plant & Civils offers the Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment, ideal for those starting a career in construction. This course is designed to provide the essential safety knowledge required to work on building sites—and is a key step toward obtaining the CSCS Green Labourer Card.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is suitable for:
- Individuals new to construction
- Labourers needing a CSCS Green Card
- Jobseekers looking to enter the industry
- Employers upskilling entry-level staff
What You’ll Learn
- Legal responsibilities for health, safety and welfare
- Risk assessments and method statements
- Common construction hazards (working at height, manual handling, PPE, etc.)
- Reporting unsafe practices
- Safety signs and site rules
- Fire safety and emergency procedures
Course Details
- Accreditation: Awarding body Level 1 qualification (e.g., BSC or QA)
- Delivery: 1-day classroom-based course
- Assessment: Multiple choice exam
- Certification: Valid for 5 years
- Next step: Pass a CITB Health, Safety & Environment (HS&E) test to apply for the CSCS Green Card
Funding Options
You may be eligible for:
- Personal Learning Account (PLA) funding (for eligible Welsh residents)
- ReAct+ (for unemployed individuals)
- Employer-funded training
Course Locations
- Treforest Training Centre (South Wales)
- Available for on-site delivery for group bookings
Book Your Place Today
Start your construction career with the qualification employers expect.
- Call: 01443 303 006
- Email: plant@thearcgroup.co.uk
The Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment course is also available to take online at ARC Online Courses.