CITB Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme Course
Key Features
Of this Environmental Awareness CITB Course:
- Gain practical understanding of UK environmental legislation relevant to construction sites
- Learn to identify and control risks of pollution to air, water and land
- Develop skills in effective waste minimisation, segregation and management
- Understand how to protect ecology, biodiversity and heritage features during works
- Apply environmental management principles to daily site operations and decision-making
- Prepare documentation and records that support regulatory compliance and audits
Course Date Availability
Environmental Awareness CITB training at the following 1 centres. Prices from £185 per person :
| Training Centres | Next Available Dates |
|---|---|
| Guildford | 20th Jul 202611th Aug 2026 |
Course Information
Overview:
The CITB Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme (SEATS) is the recognised one-day qualification that gives site-based personnel the knowledge required to manage environmental responsibilities on UK construction projects. It addresses the practical implications of current legislation and industry guidance, showing delegates how everyday decisions on site can prevent pollution incidents, reduce waste and protect natural resources. In 2026 the course remains essential for anyone who supervises or manages work that could affect the environment, helping organisations meet planning conditions, client requirements and regulatory expectations.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
- Site supervisors and foremen
- Project and site managers
- Health, safety and environmental advisors
- Quantity surveyors and commercial managers
- Subcontractor representatives with site oversight duties
- Anyone required to hold a valid environmental awareness qualification for CSCS cards or client prequalification
What You Will Learn
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Key requirements of environmental legislation and guidance affecting construction
- Methods to prevent pollution of air, water and land during site activities
- Waste hierarchy application, segregation techniques and duty of care compliance
- Protection of wildlife, habitats and heritage assets on or near sites
- Resource efficiency measures including water, energy and materials
- How to implement and monitor basic environmental management controls
Course Agenda
Overview:
The course runs as a single day of structured learning, typically eight hours including breaks. Delivery combines trainer-led presentations, group discussions, case studies drawn from real construction sites and short exercises that reinforce practical application.
Key Modules Covered
What you will learn:
- Environmental awareness and current UK legislation
- Pollution prevention and control measures
- Waste management, resource efficiency and the waste hierarchy
- Ecology, biodiversity and heritage protection
- Environmental management systems and site documentation
- Sustainable construction practices and continual improvement
Private Courses On-site
CITB Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme training is also available as a dedicated course, at your premises, and on a date and time of your choosing. Advantages of group / private course is the convenience of candidates being in familiar surroundings and not having to travel, the lowest price, and the ability to have the course tailored to your own application.
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Accreditation & Next Steps
What you will achieve as a result:
Delegates who complete the course and pass the multiple-choice test receive the CITB Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme certificate. The qualification is recognised by the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) and supports applications for the appropriate card. It is normally valid for five years, after which a refresher or updated environmental training is recommended to maintain competence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most commonly asked CITB Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme questions:
The course is delivered over one full day, usually eight hours of contact time plus breaks.
There are no formal prerequisites. Delegates should have a basic understanding of construction site operations and be able to communicate in English at a level that allows participation in discussions and the test.
Assessment is a short multiple-choice test taken at the end of the day. Delegates must achieve the required pass mark to receive the certificate.
The certificate is valid for five years. After this period delegates are advised to complete refresher training to keep their environmental knowledge current.
Photo identification, a notepad and pen. If the course is held on site, appropriate PPE such as safety boots, high-visibility clothing and a hard hat may be required.
SMSTS and SSSTS focus primarily on health and safety management. SEATS concentrates exclusively on environmental issues, legislation and site controls, complementing rather than replacing the safety courses.
Many clients and principal contractors require SEATS for supervisors and managers. It is also accepted as evidence of environmental awareness when applying for certain CSCS cards.
The course can be delivered in a classroom, on-site training room or via approved virtual platforms, provided the same learning outcomes and assessment standards are met.
Pollution prevention, waste segregation and duty-of-care requirements tend to feature heavily because these are the areas where site teams have the greatest day-to-day influence.
Delegates learn to spot environmental risks before work starts, choose appropriate control measures and keep the simple records that regulators and clients expect to see.
Yes. It addresses the Environmental Protection Act, Waste Regulations, Water Resources Act, Wildlife and Countryside Act and relevant pollution prevention guidance notes.
Delegates receive a course workbook and reference sheets that summarise key legislation, checklists and good-practice guidance for use back on site.
Prices per person typically start at £185. Discounts available for multi person or group bookings (depending upon location)
More Information
The training equips delegates with the knowledge to recognise environmental risks early and implement straightforward controls that protect both the site and surrounding environment. It emphasises realistic, site-applicable actions rather than abstract theory.
Last updated: May 2026 • Part of XYZ Training Group