Groundworks Introduction Course

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Groundworks Training

About this course

This course can be adapted to suit the client’s requirements.
Training can be delivered on site using the client’s training room or at a convenient, suitable location.

Who should attend

This course is suitable for operatives, supervisors and management and will provide the candidate with knowledge about groundworks on construction sites including an insight into Temporary Works Management systems.

Delivery

The Groundworks Training is a classroom or remote course with tutorials and delegate engagement. It also includes a theory-based exercises and exam.

Maximum Numbers : 15 Face to Face (12 Remote)
Duration : 6 -7 Hours (1 Day)

Groundworks Introduction Course Aims

The aim of this course is to provide the necessary training to be able identify the safe working practices and provide the attendees with knowledge about groundworks on construction sites, which covers: ground investigation, site clearance, stabilisation works, site services, and landscaping.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this training, delegates will be able to:

describe types of groundwork activities

types of work activity before and after groundworks

describe roles and responsibilities of groundworkers

describe types of groundworks: plant, machinery, and hand tools

list uses for: plant, machinery, and hand tools

describe hazards, risks, and controls associated with demolition work

describe basic groundworks safe work practices

describe basic emergency response procedures and equipment

describe basic legislation, codes of practice, and/or standards that apply to groundworks, including safety and environment.

Content

The scope of this standard covers:

types of groundwork activities

types of work activity before and after groundworks

roles and responsibilities of groundworkers

types of groundworks: plant, machinery, and hand tools

uses for: plant, machinery, and hand tools

hazards, risks, and controls associated with demolition work

basic groundworks safe work practices

basic emergency response procedures and equipment

main legislation, codes of practice, and/or standards that apply to groundworks, including safety and environment.

More information

CITB Grants

CITB Grant Course Code: GET2376

Grant: Tier 1 = £60 per person (Lifetime, non-grant renewal)

Workforce Skills Support has CITB Approved status delivering CITB Assured Courses as listed in the Construction Training Directory. We are recognised by CITB as well as the British Construction Industry as a training provider who can deliver good quality training that meets the industry approved standards. We are part of the CITB’s automated grant payments system, making it easier for employers to book courses with us for their workers and be reimbursed for it.

Please note: There is a cap on how many times an employer can claim a Short duration course achievement grant. The link directs you to the CITB website for information on the amount of claims allowed based on your last levy return.

If a candidate has been paid grant for a particular course in a lifetime, they will not be eligible for grant again for the same course, unless it has specific refresher standards published on the short duration course register.

If refresher course standards do exist for a particular course, then only one refresher is grant eligible in a lifetime for each candidate.