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10 Comprehensive Topics

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Health & Safety Law for Managers

HSWA 1974, CDM 2015, corporate manslaughter, directors' duties, enforcement

20 Questions ~90 min
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Risk Management

Risk assessment process, hierarchy of control, safe systems, permits, dynamic RA

20 Questions ~90 min
3

CDM Regulations 2015

Duty holders, principal designer, principal contractor, phase plan, F10 notification

20 Questions ~90 min
4

Working at Height Management

WAHR 2005, scaffold inspection, rescue plans, collective vs personal protection

20 Questions ~90 min
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Excavations & Confined Spaces

Trench support, benching, gas monitoring, permits, emergency rescue procedures

20 Questions ~90 min
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Demolition & Structural Stability

Demolition survey, method statements, temporary works, stability, exclusion zones

20 Questions ~90 min
7

Fire Prevention & Control

Fire risk assessment, hot works management, means of escape, fire marshals, DSEAR

20 Questions ~90 min
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Occupational Health

Noise assessment, HAVs, COSHH, health surveillance, disease reporting

20 Questions ~90 min
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Environmental Management

Waste hierarchy, duty of care, pollution prevention, ecological protection, SWMP

20 Questions ~90 min
10

Leadership & Management of H&S

Safety culture, behavioral safety, toolbox talks, investigations, audits, KPIs

20 Questions ~90 min

Exam Information

⏱️ Duration

180 minutes (3 hours)

📋 Question Count

Multiple choice questions (format varies by body)

✅ Pass Mark

70% or equivalent

📚 Topics

10 comprehensive topics

📜 Validity

3 years from certification date

🔄 Renewal

Recommended every 2-3 years

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All questions reviewed by construction safety experts for accuracy and relevance

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) is a CITB-approved qualification for construction managers and supervisors. It covers essential health and safety law, risk management principles, and practical safety management on construction sites. The qualification is highly respected in the construction industry and is required by many clients for senior site personnel.
The number of questions varies depending on the assessment body delivering the exam. Our PassNova practice set includes 200 comprehensive questions covering all examination topics. This exceeds the typical exam to ensure thorough preparation across all areas of knowledge.
The CITB SMSTS exam is 180 minutes (3 hours) long. This allows adequate time to read and answer all questions carefully. PassNova's timed practice exams match this duration, helping you develop time management skills for the actual examination.
The pass mark for CITB SMSTS is typically 70% or equivalent, depending on the assessment body. PassNova's practice questions are at the same difficulty level as the real exam, preparing you to exceed this benchmark with our 95% pass rate.
SMSTS certification is valid for 3 years from the date of certification. After this period, renewal or refresher training is recommended to ensure knowledge of current regulations and best practices. Many employers require their site managers to maintain current SMSTS certification.
PassNova provides comprehensive online practice questions and study materials. However, the official CITB SMSTS exam may be delivered online or in-person depending on your assessment body and location. Check with your local CITB-approved training provider for current exam delivery options.
SMSTS covers 10 comprehensive topics: (1) Health & Safety Law for Managers, (2) Risk Management, (3) CDM Regulations 2015, (4) Working at Height Management, (5) Excavations & Confined Spaces, (6) Demolition & Structural Stability, (7) Fire Prevention & Control, (8) Occupational Health, (9) Environmental Management, and (10) Leadership & Management of H&S. PassNova's course covers all topics in depth.
To maximize your pass rate: (1) Use all 200 PassNova practice questions to build comprehensive knowledge, (2) Study the detailed explanations for every question, (3) Take timed mock exams to practice time management, (4) Review topics where you score lower, (5) Track your progress with our analytics. PassNova users achieve a 95% pass rate by following this systematic approach.

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