OVERVIEW
What’s involved in a temporary works course?
The Temporary Works Supervisor and Temporary Works Coordinator courses cover a range of topics, including:
- Understanding what temporary works are
- Roles and responsibilities
- Risk management and safety
- Design and documentation, including TW registers and permits
- BS 5975 guidance
- Practical case studies
The TWCTC is spread over two days and goes into more depth, relating these topics to coordinators.
TEMPORARY WORKS
Course eligibility
It is recommended (but not mandatory) that delegates have completed SSSTS/SMSTS or equivalent.
Please note that you must have a good understanding of spoken and written English to complete either course.
TWSTC
For those who assist the Coordinator by supervising temporary works activities.
Ideal for site supervisors, foremen, team leaders or anyone appointed as the Temporary Works Supervisor.
Provides a clear understanding of temporary works responsibilities.
TWCTC
For those responsible for managing all aspects of temporary works on site.
Ideal for site managers, project engineers, and anyone appointed as the Temporary Works Coordinator.
Suitable for individuals overseeing design, implementation, and safety compliance.
Temporary works
Available course dates
TWCTC: 29 – 30 Jan 2026 at Bizspace, Poole
TWCTC: 26 – 27 Feb 2026 at Bizspace, Poole
For TWSTS courses, additional TWCTC dates or to request a course at your premises, please get in touch.
Temporary works
Available funding
All employers registered with CITB can join an Employer Network to have 70% of the cost of the course paid for upfront.
The EN is available to employers of all sizes, whether or not you pay a levy to CITB. This means that if your company is registered with CITB but is eligible for the Small Business Levy Exemption, you can still receive funding.
You must be up to date with your Levy Returns before making your application. This rule applies to all employers seeking grants for their employees.
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