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AOG Training · SATM course

Site Access Traffic Marshal

Knowledge and awareness training for the boundary between a construction site and the public highway. Eight lessons, 26 narrated scenes and a trainer-marked assessment, then observed practice on site.

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8 lessonsplus orientation and close
15 questions20 points, pass mark 15
2 awardscertificate of completion, practical card

Two separate achievements

The certificate comes first. The card follows practice.

Passing the course assessment earns the AOG certificate of completion.

Course pass plus satisfactory on-site training or observed workplace practice, recorded feedback and adjustments, and trainer sign-off earn the AOG practical card.

  1. 1

    Complete the course

    Orientation, eight lessons, learning checks and a closing section.
  2. 2

    Pass the course assessment

    Your trainer marks it and records the result. A pass makes your certificate available.
  3. 3

    On-site training or observed practice

    Your trainer observes your work, gives feedback and checks any adjustments.
  4. 4

    Trainer sign-off

    A deliberate decision by your trainer once your practical performance is satisfactory.
  5. 5

    Practical card and QR verification

    Each award carries a QR code that shows its current status.

Course outline

Eight lessons at the site gate

  • 01

    Principles of traffic management

    Explain how traffic management benefits the local community and the site.
    3 scenes
  • 02

    Responsibilities of the Site Access Traffic Marshal

    Distinguish the Site Access Traffic Marshal, vehicle and plant marshal and highways traffic-management operative.
    3 scenes
  • 03

    Directing and controlling vehicles

    Describe pre-movement checks, agreed signals and safe positioning.
    3 scenes
  • 04

    Stopping up traffic

    Distinguish your personal role from lawful authority to stop traffic.
    3 scenes
  • 05

    Vehicle safety standards: CLOCS and FORS

    Explain how road-risk responsibilities are shared across client, operator, driver and vehicle.
    3 scenes
  • 06

    Protecting members of the public

    Identify vulnerable road users and access needs.
    3 scenes
  • 07

    Control site traffic volumes

    Explain the function of delivery management and holding areas.
    3 scenes
  • 08

    Actions in the event of an incident

    Recognise incident categories.
    3 scenes