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Attend CITB TWCTC Training In-Person Across the UK

Attend the CITB Temporary Works Coordinator course in person at approved training centres across the UK, guided by an experienced tutor in a face-to-face setting.

The CITB Temporary Work Coordinator course (TWCTC) is a valuable addition to the Site Safety Plus suite of training courses. The TWCTC course is designed to provide candidates with an in-depth knowledge of the role of a Temporary Works Coordinator.

Who is the Temporary Works Coordinator Course Suitable For?

This Temporary Works Coordinator course is suitable for senior managers and any others who are involved with engaging with contractors.

What’s Included in the TWCTC?

Course Content

After taking this Temporary Works Coordinator course you will have gained knowledge and skills in:

  • Comprehending the necessity of and the duties of a TWCTC.
  • Knowing the roles of others and how they fit in.
  • Understanding the best practice code for building site temporary structures, BS5975.
  • Knowing the statutory aspects of temporary works.
  • Understanding method statements and risk assessments.
  • Knowing how to manage the temporary works process.

Course Duration

2 Days

BS5975

If you have the position of a Temporary Works Coordinator it is highly recommended that you have access to the BS5975. The BS5975 is the Code of practice for temporary works procedures and the permissible stress design of falsework. The BS5975 will also help you to revise for the Site Safety Plus end test.

Course Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements, however learners are expected to have a working knowledge of the following legislation:

  • Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
  • Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
  • Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007
  • Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) 2015
  • Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
  • Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998
  • The Personal Protective Equipment Regulations 1992
  • The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
  • The Work at Height Regulations 2005.

A key issue for temporary works is health and safety, so learners need to be prepared to discuss how health and safety legislation is relevant to temporary works, as well as which Approved Codes of Practice (ACOPs) and guidance notes may assist or contribute to safe practices in temporary works.

Learners need to be prepared to discuss and explore all the core health and safety factors that are integrated into temporary works processes at all stages of a project, from initiation to closure. They will need to have working knowledge of all associated legislation, specifically the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 in terms of its intention and compliance. Learners must also have a thorough understanding of health and safety principles and understand the importance of risk management, design considerations, inspection and testing and recording and monitoring requirements.

Learners who have achieved a certificate approved against the Health and Safety in Construction Site Supervision standard (such as SSSTS or SSSTS Refresher) or the Health and Safety in Construction Site Management standard (such as SMSTS or SMSTS Refresher), will have gained the knowledge to meet these expectations. This is not a mandatory pre-requisite, but learners with these achievements will benefit from having this knowledge before attending the course.

Important Information

  • Photographic I.D. is required for all delegates
  • Written parental consent is required for all delegates under 18 years of age

Failure to provide this on the first day of the Temporary Work Coordinator course is likely to result in you not being allowed to attend or complete the training.

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Live Instructor-Led CITB TWCTC Training from Home

Join the CITB Temporary Works Coordinator course online with live instructor-led training, allowing you to learn remotely from your home or office.

The CITB Temporary Works Coordinator course is now available online, delivered by a live instructor through advanced video conferencing technology. This online option is specifically designed to ensure that current Temporary Works Coordinators can continue their training and stay up-to-date with the latest legislative changes and their impact on the workplace. The CITB has introduced this scheme in response to extraordinary circumstances that have affected the traditional classroom training delivery.

Online Learning via Video Conferencing Software

The CITB permits the Temporary Works Coordinator course to be delivered online, allowing participants to engage in training remotely using platforms such as Zoom, Skype, or Microsoft Teams. Despite the change in delivery method, the online course adheres strictly to the same curriculum as the classroom-based version, ensuring that all participants receive the same high standard of training in compliance with CITB scheme rules.

What Differentiates the Temporary Works Coordinator Online Course?

  • Reduced Minimum Delegate Numbers: The minimum number of participants required for the online course is lowered to two.
  • Smaller Class Sizes: To effectively manage online training, the maximum number of delegates is capped at ten.
  • Access to BS 5975: It is highly recommended that Temporary Works Coordinators have access to BS 5975, which will also aid in preparation for the Site Safety Plus final test.
  • Alternative Exam Methods: For courses conducted remotely, an alternative examination method is employed.
  • Online Examination Tools: Due to the nature of the exam questions and the open book component, it is mandatory to use an online examination platform. Classmarker or Microsoft Forms are the recommended tools, both approved by CITB. Any other tool must be pre-approved by CITB to ensure the exam’s validity.
  • Identification and Exam Monitoring: ID verification is conducted before the exam begins. During the exam, the instructor will monitor a maximum of five delegates, who must remain visible on video and prove they are alone in the room. Reference materials can only be used during the last 10 minutes of the exam, which constitutes the open book portion.

What Remains Consistent Across Both Formats?

  • Course Duration: The course is conducted over two days.
  • Certification Requirements: Delegates must pass the final examination to receive CITB certification.
  • Identification Requirements: All delegates must present photographic ID.
  • Parental Consent: Written parental consent is required for delegates under 18. Failure to provide this on the first day may prevent the delegate from participating.
  • Examination: The examination is mandatory and serves as the primary assessment tool to determine if a delegate has achieved the necessary understanding to earn the CITB Temporary Works Coordinator certificate.

Note: Some training providers may not include workbooks in the course fees. Please confirm this with an Envico representative before booking by calling 0808 1966 830.

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