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SMSTS
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SMSTS introduces key site management and construction safety principles for learners working toward greater responsibility on Canadian construction projects. The course covers workplace health and safety, site organisation, risk management, occupational health, and common construction hazards. Learners explore site set-up, hazard identification, behavioural safety, electricity, working at height, scaffolding, excavation, confined spaces, and demolition. The knowledge can support construction supervisors, …
SMSTS introduces key site management and construction safety principles for learners working toward greater responsibility on Canadian construction projects. The course covers workplace health and safety, site organisation, risk management, occupational health, and common construction hazards.
Learners explore site set-up, hazard identification, behavioural safety, electricity, working at height, scaffolding, excavation, confined spaces, and demolition. The knowledge can support construction supervisors, site coordinators, managers, and other workers involved in overseeing safer construction activities across Canada.
Study online and at your own pace around work and other commitments. The course provides a certificate to recognise your completed learning and support ongoing career development. Build your construction safety knowledge and take the next step towards stronger site management skills.
Please note: This SMSTS Course only gives you the theoretical knowledge that you need to excel in this field. This Course doesn’t entitle you to practise as a professional in this specific field.
- Extra Included :
- Free Accredited Certificate Included
- Instant e-certificate and hard copy dispatch by next working day
- Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
- Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
- 24/7 Learning Assistance
- Discounts on bulk purchases
Last audited and updated on: 15th April 2026
Sneak Peek
Core Learning Outcomes
- Gain understanding of construction health and safety.
- Understand effective construction site set-up.
- Learn how to identify and manage workplace risks.
- Develop awareness of behavioural safety.
- Build knowledge of occupational health management.
- Improve awareness of common construction hazards.
Who Should Take This Course
This course is ideal for:
- Construction supervisors and site coordinators.
- Construction managers and project managers.
- Site managers developing safety knowledge.
- Tradespeople moving into supervisory roles.
- Health and safety coordinators in construction.
- Workers seeking construction management development.
Why Take This Course
- Career value: Supports progression into construction supervision and management.
- Industry knowledge: Covers major construction hazards and safety responsibilities.
- Flexible learning: Study online around your existing commitments.
- Beginner-friendly: Provides structured coverage of key safety topics.
- Career development: Builds knowledge for greater site responsibility.
- Certification: Gain a certificate to recognise your completed training.
Job Opportunities & Salary (CAD)
- Construction Supervisor – CAD $65,000–$105,000
- Construction Site Manager – CAD $70,000–$115,000
- Construction Project Coordinator – CAD $55,000–$85,000
- Health and Safety Coordinator – CAD $55,000–$95,000
- Construction Project Manager – CAD $75,000–$125,000
- Site Safety Officer – CAD $55,000–$90,000
Entry Requirements
- No formal qualifications required.
- Basic English reading and writing skills.
- Basic computer skills are helpful.
- Interest in construction and workplace safety.
- Internet access and a suitable device.
- Suitable for learners developing construction management knowledge in Canada.
Accreditation
All of our courses, including this SMSTS Course, are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.
CPD Accredited
All of our courses are accredited by the CPD Quality Standards as conforming to universally accepted Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.
QLS Endorsed
The Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) is a trusted endorsement framework that certifies high-quality, non-regulated training programmes across various sectors.
Association of Healthcare Trainers
The Association of Healthcare Trainers (AoHT) promotes high-quality healthcare training, supporting providers to deliver relevant, industry-aligned education and improve professional standards.
Certification
Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost CA$9.99). All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.
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Course Curriculum
Begin with the foundations of construction health and safety and the responsibilities involved in maintaining a safer workplace. The module establishes key principles for managing hazards on construction sites.
A well-organised site provides an important foundation for safer construction activities. Learners explore key considerations involved in planning and setting up a construction site.
This module introduces Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations and their role in construction safety. For Canadian learners, the UK CDM framework should be understood as course-specific content rather than Canadian legislation, as Canadian construction safety requirements are governed primarily by provincial, territorial, and federal jurisdictions.
Learn how construction hazards can be identified, assessed, and managed before they lead to incidents. The module develops awareness of structured approaches to workplace risk control.
Safety is also influenced by workplace behaviour and decision-making. This section explores how attitudes, communication, leadership, and safe working behaviours can contribute to stronger site safety.
Construction work can involve health risks that develop over time rather than through a single incident. Learners explore occupational health management and the importance of recognising and controlling workplace exposures.
Electrical hazards require careful planning and control on construction sites. This module introduces key electrical safety considerations and the risks associated with working around electrical systems and equipment.
Falls from height remain a major construction safety concern. Learners explore the importance of planning work at height, identifying hazards, and using appropriate control measures.
Scaffolding must be properly planned and managed to support safer work at height. This module introduces key safety considerations surrounding scaffold use, inspection, and workplace risks.
Excavation and confined-space activities can create serious hazards for workers. Learners examine the risks associated with these environments and the importance of suitable planning, controls, and emergency arrangements.
The final module focuses on demolition work and the hazards that can arise when structures and materials are dismantled. Learners develop awareness of planning, risk management, and safety considerations during demolition activities.
FAQ
SMSTS typically covers construction health and safety, site set-up, risk assessment, behavioural safety, occupational health, electricity, working at height, scaffolding, excavations, confined spaces, and demolition.
SMSTS is a UK construction safety training scheme and should not automatically be treated as a Canadian construction safety certification. Canadian requirements vary by province, territory, workplace, and role, so learners should confirm whether an employer or project accepts SMSTS training.
SMSTS is generally aimed at construction managers, site managers, supervisors, project managers, and others with responsibility for managing construction activities and site safety. It may also be relevant to workers progressing towards site management responsibilities.
SMSTS knowledge can complement existing construction experience and safety training, particularly in roles involving site supervision and management. However, employment requirements in Canada vary, and completing SMSTS does not by itself qualify someone for a specific Canadian construction occupation.
No. Canadian construction safety requirements are established through applicable federal, provincial, or territorial legislation and workplace requirements. SMSTS covers construction management and safety principles but includes the UK CDM Regulations, which are not Canadian legislation.
Online SMSTS-related training can provide flexible access to construction safety and site management learning. Before enrolling, Canadian learners should check whether the specific online course and certificate meet the requirements of their employer, project, or jurisdiction.
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