CITB Training and Grants: Supporting Skills in the Construction Industry
At Combined Safety Solutions, we specialise in helping construction companies get the most out of their CITB training and funding opportunities. Our CITB-approved courses - including Health and Safety Awareness, SSSTS, and SMSTS are designed to keep your workforce safe, skilled, and compliant with industry standards. We also guide businesses through the CITB grants process, making it easy to access funding and invest in essential training without the hassle.
What is CITB?
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) is the main body supporting skills development and training across the UK construction sector. Its goal is simple - to help businesses grow by ensuring the workforce is safe, skilled, and qualified for the demands of modern construction.
Funded by the CITB Levy, the organisation reinvests these funds into training initiatives, grants, and apprenticeships, helping both employers and employees improve competence and safety on-site.
CITB-approved training is recognised across the industry as a benchmark of quality and compliance. From health and safety courses to specialist construction qualifications, CITB training ensures workers meet the standards required by law and by clients.
Some of the most common and valuable courses include:
Site Safety Plus (SSP) suite – covering Health and Safety Awareness (HSA), SSSTS, and SMSTS courses.
Plant operations and equipment training – ensuring safe, competent use of machinery on-site.
Specialist skills development – tailored for tradespeople, supervisors, and managers.
Investing in CITB-approved training helps companies:
Reduce workplace accidents and downtime.
Meet legal requirements and tender prequalification standards.
Build a safer, more confident workforce.
How the CITB Grants Scheme Works
The CITB Grants Scheme provides financial support to help employers cover the cost of approved training and qualifications.
This ensures businesses of all sizes — from small contractors to large construction firms — can afford to upskill their teams.
There are two main types of grants:
Short Course Grants – For accredited training courses such as Site Safety Plus, first aid, and plant operation.
Typical grant rates: £30 to £240 per course (depending on duration and content).
Qualification Grants – For achieving formal qualifications such as NVQs or diplomas.
Grant rates: £600 to £1,500 depending on the qualification level.
Employers can claim grants easily through the CITB online portal once the training is completed and verified.
At Combined Safety Solutions, we deliver a full range of CITB-approved construction training designed to keep your workforce safe and compliant.
Our team can also help you navigate the grants process, ensuring you claim the maximum funding available for your business.
Whether you’re looking for SSSTS, SMSTS, or Health and Safety Awareness courses, we’re here to help you train smarter — and save money doing it.
Check out the CITB-approved courses we offer here.
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