Temporary Works

Temporary Works General Awareness This free online course from BESA Academy provides awareness of temporary works on UK construction sites. Temporary works are essential solutions that safeguard structures, equipment, and excavations, while also providing efficient access throughout construction operations. This course is suitable for all construction professionals who need to understand temporary works and their role in site safety. This course is free of charge. Download your certificate on completion. What You Will Learn This 60-minute course covers: What temporary works are and why they are essential The role of temporary works in safeguarding structures, equipment, and excavations How temporary works provide efficient access during construction operations Common types of temporary works on UK construction sites The responsibilities and roles involved in temporary works management The importance of planning, design, and supervision of temporary works Safety considerations and risk management for temporary works Who Should Take This Course? This course is suitable for construction site workers and operatives, site supervisors and managers, building services engineers and installers working on construction sites, project managers and planners, designers and consultants involved in construction projects, health and safety professionals, and anyone working on UK construction sites who needs awareness of temporary works. Why Temporary Works Awareness Matters Temporary works are structures, equipment, or systems used during construction to support permanent works or provide safe working conditions. Examples include scaffolding, propping, excavation support, falsework, and temporary access systems. Failures in temporary works can result in serious accidents, injuries, and fatalities. Understanding what temporary works are, why they are used, and the importance of proper planning, design, and supervision is essential for everyone working on construction sites. Raising awareness of temporary works helps ensure safe working practices and reduces the risk of incidents. The Benefits of This Course Completing this course will help you: Understand what temporary works are and their importance on construction sites Recognise common types of temporary works Understand the roles and responsibilities in temporary works management Appreciate the importance of planning, design, and supervision Identify safety considerations and risk management for temporary works Contribute to safer construction sites through increased awareness Course Format Duration: 60 minutes Format: 100% online, self-paced Certification: Certificate available to download on completion Cost: Free of charge