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The Health & Safety in a Construction Environment (RQF) is a nationally recognised qualification designed for people working on construction sites. We offer this under the recognised scheme QNUK.
It provides essential knowledge of health and safety responsibilities, common site hazards, and how to work safely in a construction environment. The qualification is widely required across the industry and is accepted as the health and safety element needed when applying for a CSCS Labourer Card.
At Simply Learning, the course is delivered in a practical, easy-to-follow way, focused on real site situations rather than overcomplicated theory.
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for:
Construction labourers and operatives
Contractors and sole traders
Anyone new to construction work
Individuals needing a recognised health and safety qualification for site work
No previous qualifications are required.
What the course covers
The course focuses on core health and safety knowledge needed to work safely on construction sites, including:
Health and safety responsibilities on site
Accident prevention and risk awareness
Manual handling
Working at height
Fire safety and emergency procedures
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Site signage and safety systems
Reporting accidents and unsafe conditions
All content is aligned to current industry expectations and site standards.
Why train with Simply Learning?
Experienced trainers with construction and utilities backgrounds
Clear, supportive delivery – ideal if exams aren’t your strong point
Excellent learner pass rates
Trusted training provider across the North of England
We focus on helping learners understand the content properly, not just memorising answers.
1 Day
16
This qualification is the ideal introduction to understanding the principles of health and safety in a construction environment. This qualification is typically undertaken by those with no previous
qualifications or experience of health and safety, however can be taken as a refresher also. The qualification supports an individuals application for a CSCS card.
This qualification will provide learners with the skills, knowledge and understanding to support
individuals carrying out a first aid role in the workplace.
Outcomes / Objectives of the Course:
1. Know the principles of risk assessment for maintaining and improving Health and Safety at work.
2. Know the importance of safe manual handling in the workplace.
3. Know the importance of working safely at height in the workplace.
4. Know risks to health within a construction environment.
5. Know the importance of working around plant and equipment safely.
Classroom-based
- Candidates will receive an QNUK Level 1 Award in Health & Safety in a Construction Environment.
