SMSTS Course Structure & Content 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: How many days does the SMSTS course typically run?
- 2 days
- 3 days
- 5 days (Correct answer)
- 7 days
Correct answer: 5 days
The SMSTS course is a 5-day program delivered over consecutive days or in blocks.
Question 2: Which organization is responsible for awarding the SMSTS qualification?
- NEBOSH
- CITB (Correct answer)
- HSE
- IOSH
Correct answer: CITB
The SMSTS is a CITB (Construction Industry Training Board) scheme qualification.
Question 3: What is the minimum pass mark required for the SMSTS written assessment?
- 50%
- 60%
- 75% (Correct answer)
- 80%
Correct answer: 75%
Candidates must achieve at least 75% to pass the SMSTS written assessment.
Question 4: Which of the following is a core topic covered in the SMSTS course?
- Financial management for site managers
- Welfare facilities and site welfare requirements (Correct answer)
- Architectural drawing interpretation
- Contract law fundamentals
Correct answer: Welfare facilities and site welfare requirements
Welfare facilities, including their legal requirements and standards, are a core SMSTS topic.
Question 5: What type of assessment method is used at the end of the SMSTS course?
- Practical site inspection only
- Oral examination only
- Written examination and project or assignment (Correct answer)
- Multiple-choice computer test only
Correct answer: Written examination and project or assignment
The SMSTS assessment combines a written examination with a project or practical assignment.
Question 6: How long is the SMSTS certificate valid before it must be renewed?
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 5 years (Correct answer)
- 10 years
Correct answer: 5 years
The SMSTS certificate is valid for 5 years, after which a refresher course is required.
Question 7: Which legislation forms a key part of the SMSTS legal framework module?
- The Companies Act 2006
- The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (Correct answer)
- The Planning Act 2008
- The Building Societies Act 1986
Correct answer: The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 is the primary legislation underpinning SMSTS legal content.
SMSTS Course Structure & Content 2
How many days does the SMSTS course typically run?