SEATS FAQs Your Questions About the CITB Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme Answered Environmental responsibility has become an increasingly important part of modern construction. Building and civil engineering projects can affect everything from air and water quality to wildlife, waste, natural resources, local communities and heritage sites. Construction professionals therefore need to understand not only… Read More
SSSTS Course Changes What You Need to Know About the Updated SSSTS Assessment The Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) is an important qualification for construction professionals who have, or are about to take on, supervisory responsibilities. The CITB course is designed to help supervisors understand their health and safety responsibilities, manage risks effectively and… Read More
The Advantages of Video e-Learning Courses for Your Business The way businesses approach workplace training has changed considerably. While traditional classroom training remains essential for many qualifications and practical subjects, organisations now have far greater flexibility when deciding how their employees learn. One increasingly popular option is Video e-Learning. Combining the convenience of online training… Read More
Don’t Take Advice From The Man Down The Pub: Get Event Health & Safety Advice From the Experts Everyone knows someone who has an opinion on everything. You mention that you are organising a festival, community event, concert, sporting occasion or village fete, and suddenly the man down the pub becomes an expert in event… Read More
The Importance of Managing Temporary Structures at Events Temporary structures are an essential part of many modern events. From marquees and stages to grandstands, viewing platforms, exhibition stands and temporary hospitality areas, they allow organisers to transform outdoor spaces and venues into environments capable of accommodating hundreds or even thousands of visitors. However, the temporary… Read More
SMSTS FAQs: Your Most Common Questions Answered If you are currently working as a construction site manager, progressing towards a management position or responsible for planning and controlling construction activities, you may already have heard about the CITB Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS). But what is SMSTS, who needs it, how long does the… Read More
UK Government Wildfire Emergency Alert: Why Fire Safety and Fire Risk Assessments Matter On Friday 14 August 2026, millions of mobile phones across England and Wales received an unusual and important message: a UK Government Emergency Alert warning of a serious national risk of wildfires. The alert followed an extraordinary period of hot, dry weather… Read More
Preparing for the Premier League Season Is a Lot Like Starting a New Job on a Building Site The new Premier League season is just around the corner. Clubs have spent the summer recruiting new players, working on tactics, building fitness and making sure their squads are ready for the first whistle. For football supporters,… Read More
So What Happens If You Don’t Have Your SSSTS Qualification? If you’re working in construction and have recently been promoted to a supervisory role—or you’re hoping to become a site supervisor in the near future—you’ve probably heard employers asking whether candidates are SSSTS qualified. It’s one of the first health and safety qualifications many construction… Read More
What Ted Lasso Can Teach Us About Mental Health On the surface, Ted Lasso is a feel-good comedy about an American football coach unexpectedly taking charge of an English football team. However, beneath the humour, optimism and memorable one-liners lies one of television’s most thoughtful and realistic portrayals of mental health, emotional wellbeing and personal… Read More