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There are two types of Temporary Works courses available and understanding which course is right for you can be challenging.
A Temporary Works course is vital for anyone who is employed to manage or hold a supervisory role on any form of temporary works site.
In this article, we compare the differences between the Temporary Works Coordinator course and the Temporary Works Supervisor course.
A Temporary Works Coordinator’s role is to manage all types of temporary works. So, they will delegate and organise tasks to align with the temporary works schedule.
They are responsible for making sure the temporary works are designed properly and checked that they are safe. The role of the Coordinator involves regularly liaising with the Temporary Works designer to ensure the design meets safety standards and is suitable for the intended use.
A Temporary Works Supervisor’s role is to assist in the day-to-day running of a temporary works site. The Supervisor will be out to spot possible risks and hazards on site.
These individuals need to have a good understanding of the need for good safety risk management and the importance of the 4C’s, which stand for:
Together, these roles are essential in ensuring the success and safety of temporary works. To learn more about each role of the Supervisor and Coordinator, read our Ultimate Guide to Temporary Works.
The Temporary Works Coordinator course was created to help secure procedural control on temporary works projects.
The course covers a range of topics, including:
At the end of the course, there will be an end of course examination.
The Temporary Works Supervisor course covers content that will educate the delegate on risk management on a temporary works site. The course covers the legal duties of a Supervisor as well as the importance of good teamwork on-site.
The Temporary Works Supervisor course covers:
The content in this course touches on types of temporary works, CDM Regulations and BS5975:2019. The delegate will also learn about risk assessments, method statements and safe systems of work.
All of this information is vital in understanding the health and safety duties of a Temporary Works Supervisor.
The Temporary Works Coordinator training course is aimed at anyone who will be holding the role of “coordinator”. Usually, a coordinator is some form of Site or Project Manager.
They may also be a supervisor or a designer who is working for a client. In some instances, they may even be a contractor who needs further knowledge in the technical and safety ramifications of a temporary works site.
The Temporary Works Supervisor course is suitable for Foremen, Engineers and Managers who have been given responsibility for temporary works.
Anyone likely to assist the supervisor may also want to attend the course to further their knowledge. The delegate should already have existing knowledge of temporary works.
Overall, choosing the right Temporary Works course depends on your role and level of responsibility on a construction site. Both of these courses are highly-regarded in the construction industry and will teach you to carry out your role to the highest standard.
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