Training Courses 4 U Ltd

04/08/2026

Two CITB tickets, similar names, and they are not interchangeable. It is the question we get asked most, so here is the short version.

SSSTS is the supervisor's ticket. Two days, for the people who lead a team on site but are not running the whole job: gangers, foremen, chargehands, team leaders.

SMSTS is the manager's ticket. Five days, for site managers, agents and project managers, the people accountable for the site as a whole.

The rule of thumb: if they supervise the work, SSSTS. If they are accountable for the site, SMSTS. There is no requirement to hold SSSTS first, so anyone stepping into management can go straight to SMSTS.

Both certificates last five years, and both are renewed with a refresher before they expire rather than sitting the full course again.

We have written the longer version, with the side by side comparison and what each course covers:

Booking this month? There is 5% off CITB site safety courses until 7 September. Quote SITE5 when you book online, or mention it if you call.

Still not sure which one fits? Call 0330 127 1850 and we will work it out with you.

04/08/2026

Most of the people you have put through site safety training with us already do the work an NVQ measures. They just do not hold the qualification that proves it.

The reason it gets put off is usually time. Taking an experienced tradesperson off site for weeks on end is not realistic, so the qualification never quite happens.

Our construction NVQs are assessed remotely, through an online portfolio, while your team carry on working. A dedicated chartered assessor handles the evidence and the qualification is CITB approved. Most people finish in four to ten weeks, and you can register and start on the same working day.

On completion of a Level 2 or Level 3, they can apply for their blue or gold CSCS card.

We are taking 10% off every NVQ until the end of September. On a Level 3 that is most of the cost of the CSCS card back, and on the higher-level qualifications it is worth a good deal more. Quote NVQ10AUG when you enquire and we will apply it to your quote. The offer closes on 30 September.

We cover the construction trades, plant and machine operation, and occupational health and safety. Higher levels are available for supervisors and site managers, so if you are not sure which level fits, call 0330 127 1850, quote NVQ10AUG, and we will work it out with you and price it up.

21/07/2026

Most training records only get looked at when someone needs them, usually the morning of an audit or the day a card gets turned away at the gate. By then it is a scramble.

Here is a two-minute job that saves the scramble. Pull your team's certificates and note the expiry date on each one. Anything inside the next three months goes on the list to rebook now. Courses fill up in the busy months, and a lapsed ticket means that person cannot work until it is sorted.

The ones worth checking first:
IPAF PAL cards (MEWP operators): 5-year renewal
SMSTS and SSSTS (site managers and supervisors): 5-year renewal, 2-day refresher
First aid at work: 3-year renewal
CPCS and plant tickets: check the date printed on the card

If you would rather not dig through the folder, message or call us with the course and roughly when it was taken, and we will check the renewal window for you and send back the next available dates.

Find a course and check dates by postcode at https://www.trainingcourses4u.co.uk/

Or give us a call on 03301271850

Find and book accredited construction, CITB, IPAF, PASMA, CPCS and health and safety training courses at hundreds of UK venues. Best price guaranteed. Call 0330 127 1850.

09/07/2026

What does SEATS stand for?
SEATS stands for the Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme. It is part of the CITB Site Safety Plus range and is the recognised environmental-awareness course for the construction industry, sitting alongside the site-safety courses such as SMSTS and SSSTS.

What is the SEATS course?
The SEATS course is a one-day CITB course that trains site managers and supervisors to identify and manage environmental risk on site. It covers environmental law, pollution prevention, waste management, resource efficiency and the practical steps that keep a site compliant. It is available as classroom training and online as live remote training.

Who needs SEATS training?
SEATS is aimed at site managers, supervisors and anyone responsible for environmental performance on site. It is increasingly required on projects with environmental conditions, and it complements the site-safety courses. Many managers hold both SMSTS and SEATS.

What does the course cover?
Environmental law and the duties it places on construction work.
Preventing pollution of land, water and air.
Managing waste and using resources efficiently.
Protecting wildlife, habitats and the surrounding community.
Practical environmental management on a live site.
What SEATS covers in detail
The day gives delegates a working understanding of the main environmental issues on a construction site and how the relevant legislation applies to them, so they leave able to act rather than just aware.

The CITB syllabus builds around a few core themes:
Pollution prevention: spotting how dust, noise, silt and chemical spills can harm land, water and air, and the controls that stop them.
Waste management: applying the waste hierarchy, segregating materials correctly and keeping the duty-of-care paperwork in order.
Relevant legislation: the environmental law and permits that govern site work, and the consequences of getting them wrong.
Best practice: the everyday habits and method statements that keep a site compliant and reduce its impact on the surrounding community.
Because the course is practical, delegates work through realistic site scenarios and leave with the confidence to challenge poor practice and embed better environmental issues management into daily work.

How long does it last?
The SEATS certificate is valid for five years, renewed by a refresher before it expires, in line with the other CITB Site Safety Plus certificates.

What to do next
If you manage or supervise site work and need to cover your environmental responsibilities, book SEATS at a venue or online. You can browse and book the SEATS course at venues across the UK, or call our team for help.

09/07/2026

If you've got someone with an SSSTS behind them, the odds are they're already doing more than supervising. SSSTS is the site supervisor's ticket. SMSTS is the one the site manager holds: the same site safety knowledge, scaled up to running the job and the people on it.

It's the natural next step, and most main contractors now expect the manager on site to hold it. Five days, valid five years, and it's the difference between someone who can supervise a task and someone who can take charge of the whole site.

We run SMSTS classroom courses at hundreds of UK venues, and online if that suits the diary better, best price guaranteed. Whether it's one person stepping up or a few of the team, we'll find a date and venue to fit.

Two minutes to check live dates by postcode, or call us on 0330 127 1850 and we'll sort it for the team.

08/07/2026

Are you using several different training providers?

Fed up with phoning several different trainers to book all your training needs?

Coordinating training across different locations shouldn't mean managing different providers, inconsistent processes and endless admin.

Training Courses 4 U brings every region into one simple workflow.

In one place you get:

50000 + Courses available nationwide

Hundreds of accredited providers

Classroom, virtual and online options

Certificates, renewals and bookings all managed in one workflow

Largest range of courses from one company

Whether your teams are in Birmingham, London, Manchester, Bristol, or Aberdeen, Training Courses 4 U keeps every site compliant and on schedule.

Our list of courses include:

All CITB courses, PASMA, IPAF, First Aid Training, CCNSG full and renewal courses, CPCS all machines, NPORS all machines, Streetworks, NVQ's Level 2 through to Level 7, Abrasive Wheels, Asbestos Awareness, UKATA, Confined Space, Fire Marshal, Manual Handling, Risk Assessment, Safety Passport Courses, Scaffold Inspection, EUSR, IOSH, NEBOSH and many more Health & Safety courses.

We have over 50000 live training course dates to choose from. So whatever training you need we can guarantee to help.

Thousands of courses at hundreds of locations across the UK live on our website or call us on 03301271850

08/07/2026

Book during July and complete in your own time to suit you. NVQ training could not be simpler.

It's back. We are giving a 10% discount on all NVQ's during June. This is only for July so get in quick and book your NVQ now to benefit from this saving. Just mention this email when booking.

Certificates are issued within 14 days of completion meaning you can apply for your card sooner and stay compliant.

At Training Courses 4 U, we simplify the eligibility assessment process for your employees. Our experienced team provides full support throughout, ensuring a seamless experience so you can focus on growing your business.

Our online portfolio system enables your team to complete a variety of approved NVQs at their own pace, ensuring they can continue to work without interruption.

Full range of NVQ's available

Level 2 All trades available
Level 2 All Plant Tickets
Level 3 trades and supervision
Level 4 Site Supervisor
Level 6 Site Management
Level 6 Contract Management
Level 6 Project Management
Level 7 Senior Management

If this is something you would like to take advantage of, or if you have any questions give me us call on 0330 127 1850, visit our NVQ Page.

Whatever training you need just give me a call.

08/07/2026

Which of your team's cards expire this year?

Most training records only get looked at when someone needs them, usually the morning of an audit or the day a card gets turned away at the gate. By then it is a scramble.

Here is a two-minute job that saves the scramble. Pull your team's certificates and note the expiry date on each one. Anything inside the next three months goes on the list to rebook now. Courses fill up in the busy months, and a lapsed ticket means that person cannot work until it is sorted.

The ones worth checking first:
IPAF PAL cards (MEWP operators): 5-year renewal
SMSTS and SSSTS (site managers and supervisors): 5-year renewal, 2-day refresher for SMSTS and 1 day refresher for SSSTS
First aid at work: 3-year renewal
CPCS and plant tickets: check the date printed on the card

If you would rather not dig through the folder, send us a message with the course and roughly when it was taken, and we will check the renewal window for you and send back the next available dates. Or give us a call on 03301271850 to discuss any requirements.

25/11/2025

Safety isn't just a checklist. It's how we work together, every day. 🤝 Building a strong safety culture protects everyone.

Here's what matters:
✅ Consistent training
✅ Clear communication
✅ Leading by example

When safety is a shared value, everyone wins. What's one step your team can take today? Need training support? Contact us.

24/11/2025

Health & safety rules aren’t just paper. They protect your team and business. Staying compliant = fewer risks, clearer roles, and safer workdays. Training is key.

Need guidance? Contact us today and keep your workplace secure. ☎️ 0330 127 1850