Course Programme

This 1-day course will provide candidates with an introduction to environmental issues on construction sites. It is designed to meet the basic environmental knowledge that the sub-contract chain are required to prove to major contractors, and covers the environmental aspects of the new HS&E touch screen test. The course is accredited by Site Safety Plus.

Objectives

At the end of the course delegates should:

• Understand the environmental impacts and issues associated with construction activities
• Understand why sustainability issues are important in the context of construction
• Understand their duties with regard to waste management and statutory nuisance
• Understand the requirements on water use, contaminated land and pollution prevention
• Understand the issues of archaeology and heritage in construction

Understand the systems available to help in environmental management

Grant: £30 upon completion

Date: 2020 - TBA

Venue: TBA