Can SMSTS Be Done Online?

Yes, the Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) can be completed online, making it a flexible option for construction professionals who can’t easily attend a training centre.

At CST Training, you can complete the course either online or in person. The choice largely comes down to your preferred learning environment, and your availability.

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How Does the Online Training Work?

Online training allows you to attend the course remotely, rather than travelling to a training venue. You participate in the scheduled training sessions via an online learning environment, allowing you to complete your training from a suitable location (usually your home).

This can be particularly convenient for site managers and other construction professionals who have busy schedules, or work across different locations. You still receive instruction from a qualified trainer and cover the full syllabus.

What Does the SMSTS Cover?

The course covers the essential health, safety, welfare, and environmental responsibilities associated with managing construction sites. Topics include relevant legislation, risk assessments, control measures, and effective approaches to managing health and safety.

Whether you complete the course online or in person, the training is designed to develop your understanding of your legal responsibilities as a construction site manager, and help you manage safety effectively.

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Is the Online Training as Good as the In-Person Training?

Online training provides the same qualification as completing the course in person. The difference is how you access the training, rather than what qualification you achieve.

Online training can be particularly useful if you prefer studying from home. In-person training, meanwhile, tends to appeal to learners who prefer face-to-face interaction and a traditional classroom environment.

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