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Managing contractor safety is a legal and operational necessity—yet it’s all too easy to overlook until something goes wrong.
Our Selection & Control of Contractors course teaches staff how to plan, select, vet, and monitor contractors effectively, using structured processes aligned with HSE guidance (HSG159 and INDG368).
It combines legal clarity with practical tools—reducing risk, improving performance, and helping you deliver safe, successful projects.
✔ Based on official HSE contractor guidelines
✔ Combines planning, selection, and supervision best practice
✔ Delivered in half-day or full-day format
Who Is it For?What will you Learn?
This course is designed for those who are responsible for selecting and managing contractors, such as:
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Procurement and contract managers
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Line managers overseeing contractor-led work
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H&S, facilities, and site staff
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Project supervisors and operations managers
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Anyone responsible for bringing contractors on site
No prior safety training is required.
Syllabus
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Legal & Technical Foundations
Understand client and contractor duties under UK law and CDM 2015 -
Effective Contractor Planning
Using clear scope definitions, risk criteria, and procurement strategy. -
Selecting Competent Contractors
Prequalification, evaluation, and evidence-based decision-making -
Contractor Induction & Communication
Ensuring site-specific safety knowledge, supervision roles, and coordination. -
Monitoring & Performance Review
Audits, toolbox talks, inspections, and feedback loops -
Wrap-up & Documentation
Available to record activities, close out work safely, and apply lessons learned .
Key Information
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Half-day course
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Scenarios tailored to your workplace
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Available as on-site training for groups of staff anywhere in the UK
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Available as a virtual classroom course for groups of staff.
Delivery Options and Pricing
On-Site Training
We come to you! Ideal for teams of 4–12 staff.
Nationwide delivery. Utilise our skilled trainers wherever you are in the UK.
Pick the dates that fit your work schedule.
Tailor scenarios to your workplace.
£900 + Vat for up to 12 delegates.
£1,300 + Vat for up to 12 delegates - for two courses on the same day.
Virtual Classoom - Group
Live via Teams with an Expert trainer
Great for staff based at different sites across the UK
Pick the dates that fit your work schedule.
Tailor scenarios to your workplace.
£800 + Vat for up to 12 delegates.
£1,100 + Vat for up to 12 delegates - for two courses on the same day.
Why Study with Safety Stars?
Drive safer decisions, reduce legal risk, and strengthen leadership accountability.
Tailored to your procurement process
We incorporate your PQQs, contracts, methods, and systems — giving context-specific training that fits your operation.
Practitioner-led insight
Trainers with hands-on contract management and H&S auditing backgrounds bring valuable real-life examples and expertise.
Legal and operational compliance
Course respects both the HSE approach (HSG159/INDG368) and CDM 2015 responsibilities
Reduces risk, downtime, and liability
Well-managed contractors minimise accidents, rework delays, and client oversight issues.
Strengthens performance and relationships
Consistent contractor management builds trust, improves delivery, and enhances reputation.
Boosts audit and tender readiness
Training provides clear evidence of control—helping with CHAS, ISO, construction tenders, and contracts.
Nationwide, flexible delivery
Ideal for single or multi-site organisations—delivered in-person or remotely at your convenience.
Complements wider safety suite
Pairs well with RAMS, Permit to Work, Asbestos Awareness, and other H&S modules for holistic compliance.
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