CITB: SMSTS or SSSTS? Which is Best For You?

Health and safety is always at the heart of all business operations, regardless of industry, to guarantee employee safety as well as increased productivity, and for those working in the construction industry, you've probably heard of the CITB training courses : SMSTS and SSSTS . The two CITB courses are comparable, but your employment role will determine which is appropriate for you. In this blog, we look at everything you need to know before deciding between the SMSTS and SSSTS course. What is SSSTS? SSSTS stands for Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme and is a two-day CITB-accredited training course designed for site supervisors . In terms of qualification respectability, the SSSTS certificate is recognised throughout the UK and, more often than not, is now a prerequisite for any supervisors operating on site by most large contractors. CITB SSSTS training emphasises enhanced ...