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At our own centre on High Road, Ilford. Tutor in the room and practical assessment.
£299.99
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Important: The Green Labourer card is for people working in labouring roles.
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Start your construction career with a recognised health and safety qualification. The GQA Level 1 Award in Construction Health and Safety is designed for people who are new to construction, already working in a labouring role, or need to demonstrate the basic safety knowledge expected on a UK construction site.
The course focuses on the practical health and safety issues workers are likely to face on site. You will learn how to recognise hazards, understand basic risk controls, work safely around equipment and respond correctly when something goes wrong. The language is straightforward and the course is suitable for learners who are taking their first step into the construction industry.
From course to card
- In-room class1 day at our centre on High Road, Ilford
- Touchscreen testThe same day, at our centre
- CSCS Green CardWithin 10 working days at the address provided
Course Overview
- Qualification
- GQA Level 1 Award in Construction Health and Safety
- Qualification Number
- 601/2322/9
- Level
- Level 1
- Awarding Organisation
- GQA Qualifications
- Total Qualification Time
- 40 hours
- Guided Learning Hours
- 21 hours
- Credit Value
- 4 credits
- Suitable For
- New entrants, labourers, apprentices and people preparing to work in construction
- CSCS Route
- Can support an application for a Labourer card when combined with the required HS&E test and current card requirements
Who Is This Course For?
This qualification is suitable for people who want a clear introduction to construction health and safety and need recognised evidence of their knowledge. It can be a good option if you are:
- New to the construction industry and looking for a first site-based role
- Working, or planning to work, as a general construction labourer
- An apprentice who wants to strengthen basic site-safety knowledge
- Returning to construction after time away from the industry
- Looking for a recognised Level 1 construction health and safety qualification
- Preparing for the next steps toward a CSCS Labourer card
What Will I Learn?
The course covers the knowledge needed to understand common risks and safe working practices in a construction environment. Topics include:
- Health and safety responsibilities on a construction site
- How hazards are identified and how risks are controlled
- The purpose of risk assessments and method statements
- Common causes of accidents and how accidents can be prevented
- Emergency procedures and what to do if an incident occurs
- Safe manual handling and reducing the risk of injury
- Working at height and the precautions that should be taken
- Health risks such as dust, noise, vibration and hazardous substances
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) and when it should be used
- Working safely around plant, tools, machinery and moving vehicles
- Good housekeeping, safe access and site welfare arrangements
- The importance of reporting unsafe conditions and following site rules
How the Course Works
Your training is designed to build practical understanding, not just help you memorise answers. Your trainer will explain key topics using construction examples and will check your understanding as you progress through the qualification.
The exact delivery format, training schedule and assessment arrangements may vary depending on the course option you book with High Aims Training.
Our team will explain the timetable and what you need before your course starts.
Assessment
You will need to demonstrate that you understand the required construction health and safety knowledge. Assessment is completed in line with the GQA qualification requirements and the arrangements used by the approved centre. Full instructions will be given before assessment so you know what is expected.
What Do I Receive?
Learners who successfully complete the qualification receive certification for the GQA Level 1 Award in Construction Health and Safety and the CSCS Green Card within 10 working days at the address provided. This gives you recognised evidence of your construction health and safety knowledge.
If you are unsure which card or test applies to your job, speak to our team before booking. We can help you understand the route, but the final card decision is made by the card scheme.
Why Choose High Aims Training?
- Clear, beginner-friendly teachingWe explain construction safety in straightforward language and use examples that make sense to people who are new to site work.
- Experienced supportOur trainers and support team can guide you through the qualification process and explain what comes next after you pass.
- A practical route into constructionThe course is focused on the safety knowledge that labourers need before entering a live construction environment.
- Help with the next stepsAfter your qualification, we can explain the HS&E test and card application process so you know exactly what still needs to be completed.
GQA Level 1 or CITB HSA - Which Route Should a Learner Choose?
Both routes can support a Labourer card application, but they are not the same product.
| Compared | GQA Level 1 Award This course | CITB HSA |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Regulated Level 1 qualification | CITB Site Safety Plus training course |
| Main Purpose | Demonstrate construction health and safety knowledge | Build basic site health and safety awareness |
| Awarding / Scheme Body | GQA Qualifications | CITB |
| Typical Learner | New entrants, labourers and apprentices | New entrants, labourers and site operatives |
| CSCS Labourer Route | Yes | Accepted alternative route for the Labourer card with TLM L1 |
| Additional Requirement | Required HS&E test / approved alternative (same day at our centre) | CITB HS&E Operatives test and card application |
| Best For | Learners wanting a formal Level 1 qualification | Learners wanting the recognised one-day CITB awareness route |
Frequently Asked Questions - GQA Level 1
No. The qualification is suitable for new entrants as well as people who are already working in construction.
Yes. The qualification is one part of the route. You must also meet the current Health, Safety and Environment test and card application requirements. Normally you attend the in-room class and take the touchscreen test on the same day at our centre for the GQA CSCS card.
Yes. It is a regulated Level 1 qualification awarded by GQA Qualifications. GQA also operates a CSCS-partner Q-Card scheme for eligible applicants.
The Green Labourer card is intended for labouring roles. If you work in a skilled occupation, you should use the CSCS Card Finder or speak to the relevant card scheme to identify the correct card for your trade.
You can move on to the required HS&E test and then apply for the appropriate Labourer card (CSCS card) once you have all the necessary evidence.
Book Your GQA Level 1 Construction Health and Safety Course
If you are starting in construction and need a recognised health and safety qualification, High Aims Training can help you complete the first stage and understand the full card process.
Call High Aims Training: 0203 488 2333
Book online or contact our team for course dates, delivery options and group bookings.
