Level 1 Health & Safety in a Construction Environment
Required knowledge for new entrants to construction. Use this qualification to gain your CSCS Green Labourer Card.
Why this course?
✓ Essential foundation for anyone starting work on construction sites.
✓ Supports compliance with UK Health & Safety law and site rules.
✓ Covers core duties and responsibilities expected of operatives and employers.
✓ Fully online, learn at your pace on desktop or laptop.
✓ Immediate online assessment with quick certification turnaround.
✓ Approved by ETA Awards and accepted for CSCS Green Card applications.
✓ Trusted by contractors advised by CHS Safety Services.
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What you’ll learn
Key responsibilities
Roles of operatives, supervisors and employers; site rules and inductions; safe behaviour and reporting.
Hazards & risk control
Common site hazards, risk assessment basics, hierarchy of control, PPE selection and use.
High-risk topics
Working at height, manual handling, electricity, vehicles/plant, slips/trips, and COSHH awareness.
Emergency readiness
First aid arrangements, fire safety principles, signage, permits and incident reporting.
Environmental awareness
Housekeeping, waste, spill prevention and protection of local communities and the environment.
Assessment & certification
Online multiple-choice assessment. Certificate issued by ETA Awards upon successful completion.
Course information
| Item | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Delivery | 100% online e-learning and exam. Start instantly and learn at your pace. |
| Assessment | Timed multiple-choice test completed online. |
| Certificate | Issued by ETA Awards. Please allow up to 10 business days for certificate delivery. |
| Support | Email support from CHS Safety Services. |
| Price | £95.00 + VAT. Group rates available on request, contact info@chssafetyservices.co.uk. |
| Requirements | PC or laptop with a webcam is required. Tablets and mobile phones will not work. |
Frequently asked questions
Is this course accepted for the CSCS Green Labourer Card?
Yes. The certificate is accepted as the knowledge component towards your CSCS Green Labourer Card application.
Do I buy the course on this website?
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How long does it take?
Most learners complete the e-learning in 3–5 hours, but you can learn at your own pace.