Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment
(Leading to CSCS Green Card) – ETA Awards Approved
Course Overview
Health and safety is a vital concern in the construction industry. Each year in the UK, thousands of workers are injured or made ill due to unsafe practices. This ETA Awards-approved online course provides the essential knowledge needed to work safely on-site and prepares learners to apply for the CSCS Green Labourer Card.
This course covers the legal requirements, common site hazards, safe working practices, and personal responsibilities in a construction setting. It’s ideal for newcomers to the industry and can be used as part of a company induction process or as standalone preparation for the Level 1 award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment.
What This Course Covers
Introduction to Health & Safety in construction
Key UK legislation and legal duties of workers and employers
Hazard recognition, risk assessment, and control measures
Safe practices for working at height and manual handling
Machinery, noise, respiratory and chemical hazards
Fire, gas, and electrical safety on-site
PPE use, vehicle safety, and emergency procedures
Final guidance on applying for your CSCS Green Card
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Understand the importance of health and safety in the workplace
Identify common construction site hazards and how to manage them
Demonstrate knowledge of key safety regulations and compliance expectations
Recognise safe behaviours and accident prevention techniques
Prepare confidently for the CSCS Green Card assessment
Target Audience
This course is ideal for:
Individuals entering the construction industry
Labourers and site workers applying for a CSCS Green Card
Employers seeking a reliable induction training solution
Key Benefits
ETA Awards Approved for recognised qualification purposes
Fulfils the training requirement for the CSCS Green Labourer Card
Fully online and self-paced – ideal for flexible learning
Engaging, interactive modules with professional content
Certificate awarded upon successful completion
Course Duration
Approx. 90–120 minutes of video content
(Does not include revision or assessment booking time)
