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The CITB Temporary Works Supervisor Training Course (TWSTC) is a one-day programme designed to develop a solid understanding of the Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS) role and its place within the temporary works management process.
Created in collaboration with the Temporary Works Forum, the HSE, and Build UK, this course aligns with the guidance set out in BS 5975:2019 and BS 5975-1:2024. It focuses on how effective supervision supports safe and compliant temporary works, whether on small projects or major construction sites.
Rather than providing technical design training, the course emphasises the management principles and responsibilities that underpin good temporary works practice. It explores the importance of the “4Cs” – communication, co-ordination, co-operation, and competency – as key components of safe and successful project delivery.
On completion, delegates will understand the role and responsibilities of a Temporary Works Supervisor, the relationship with the Temporary Works Co-ordinator (TWC), and the critical part supervision plays in maintaining control and safety standards on site.
The qualification is recognised across the UK, endorsed by Build UK, and valid for five years before renewal is required.
Certification Awarded
CITB Site Safety Plus certificate
Five Years
Awarding Body
This one-day Site Safety Plus course is suitable for people with experience of being responsible for temporary works.
The TWSTC online course will cover the following topics
Important notes:
This training is endorsed by BuildUK.
Each delegate will receive Course Materials designed by our TW Experts and the CITB Mandatory Publications for this course.
You will need to successfully complete 3 mandatory exercises, complete the learner review, pass the trainer review and the end of course exam. This exam lasts for 45 minutes and consists of 22 questions of which 19 of these are multiple choice questions (each worth one mark; no half marks available) and 3 free text questions (each worth one to three marks. Part marks are available, but no half marks should be awarded). The exam pass mark is 78% (21 out of 27).
The examination is open book: learners are permitted to use their course workbook – which may include any notes made by the learner during the course – for the duration of the exam.
The exam must be taken at the end of the temporary works supervisor training course.
On successful completion of the 1-day temporary works supervisor training course, the delegates are awarded the Construction Industry Training Board (Site Safety Plus) Certificate in PDF format, this is sent electronically to the course booker.
To remain certified in this area, you will need to retake a course before the expiry date on your certificate, otherwise the full course will need to be retaken.
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