CSCS is the leading skills certification scheme within the UK construction industry.
CSCS cards provide proof that individuals working on construction sites have the appropriate training and qualifications for the job they do on site. By ensuring the workforce are appropriately qualified the card plays its part in improving standards and safety on UK construction sites.
Holding a CSCS card is not a legislative requirement. It is entirely up to the principal contractor or client whether workers are required to hold a card before they are allowed on site. However, most principal contractors and major house builders require construction workers on their sites to hold a valid card.
Hello, in order to acquire a CSCS card you will need to complete a CITB Health, Safety and Environment test, which can only be completed in the UK. You will also need to hold the correct qualifications for the role you hold. You can find out more information about applying for a card here - www.cscs.uk.com/applying-for-cards/
All the idiots complaining about the process clearly have no understanding of the importance of health and safety on a site, people die every day because of not adhering to it. What's the bets these people moaning are just lazy people that want something for zero effort. Sorry but when I'm on site, i want to know that everyone I'm working with has passed their citb, especially when they are controlling machinery. You lot want to be grateful we havev these standards here
Hello - you can find all the information about what qualifications and health and safety certifications you need to apply for a card here - www.cscs.uk.com/applying-for-cards/ If you need further assistance, call us on 0344 994 4777. The contact centre is open from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday, excluding Bank holidays. Or you can contact us via CSCS.uk.com/contact Thanks, CSCS
Hi I'm trying to renew my blue skilled worker card but I passed my NVQ level 2 over 20yrs ago so I can't get a copy of my qualifications how do I proceed with the renewal?
Hi there, For individuals who are unable to locate their certificate or qualification, we recommend firstly contacting the organisation that delivered your training. This could be a college, training provider or awarding organisation. CSCS also has an appeals process, which covers those applicants who no longer have documentation to prove their qualifications and allows them to outline their circumstances. You can find out more about making and submitting an appeal via our website: www.cscs.uk.com/applying-for-cards/appeals/ Thanks
I passed mine Health and Safety Environment test, I did my Health and Safety Awareness eCourse on CITB eCourse platform, I passed the exam (second one) and I still cant apply because when I select Card Type: Labourer and then i chose the only available option "Labourer" and under "your qualifications" there is NO option to select YOUR eCourse you just made me pay 100 quid for. What am I doing wrong? Or how do i apply with this qualifications?
Hi there, The CITB Health and Safety Awareness course is accepted for the CSCS Labourer card. If you're having trouble with the online application process, our Customer Contact Team are happy to help via webchat at CSCS.uk.com, online form at CSCS.uk.com/contact or over the phone: 0344 994 4777 Thanks
Hi there, Cards for the electrical industry are covered by the Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) - a member of the CSCS Alliance. They can be contacted via www.ecscard.org.uk/ Thanks
Hello - thanks for contacting us. In order to apply for a blue skilled card you need to have a construction related NVQ/SVQ level 2 or SVQ at SCQF level 5 or completed an apprenticeship, such as an Employer sponsored apprenticeship, a City and Guilds Craft Certificate (CGLI) or a CSCS-recognised Apprenticeship. You can read more about the process of applying for a blue skilled card here - www.cscs.uk.com/card-type/skilled-worker/ Thanks, CSCS
Hi there, Is it the CITB HSE test certificiate you're referring to? If so, you can find out more here: www.citb.co.uk/courses-and-qualifications/health-safety-and-environment-hse-test-and-cards Thanks
I've spent £150 on tests and courses just to get a piece of plastic that shows I can work on site but sincearch 2023 I have been working via agency and every site I have worked on has accepted my test score sheet to work on building site's so it's a fucking waste of money! It will be the last time I'll be needing 1 of those pissant cards again!
Hi Dylan - you can go to our site here which explains how you apply for a card - www.cscs.uk.com/applying-for-cards/ If you have and need further assistance, call us on 0344 994 4777. The contact centre is open from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday, excluding Bank holidays. Or you can contact us via CSCS.uk.com/contact, they will be able to advise you on the correct card and the steps you need to take to obtain it. Thanks, CSCS
@@OfficialCSCS youve made this whole process so unbelievably stressful and complicated. When i first passed , i got the card in a single day and paid £50 . Now 5 years later its endless forms numbers and complications , its taken about 4 months and £400 and i still dont have the card
I have just downloaded cscs course from Google play store, paid and i have been shortlisted for the exams next week, please wha is the next thing to do after passing the exams to get the card?
Hello - we do not offer courses, we just verify that you have achieved the appropriate training and qualifications for the card you are applying for. You will need to contact the course that you are taking directly. Regards, CSCS
I did my first CSCS test nearly 20 years ago have had many since but due to being on same sites for years it expired just passed the touch screen only to be told I need to prove again my SVQ level qualification which I can’t find and have tried few places but they can’t find it I now have to sit the one day course but I’m finding it hard to locate one
Hello, if you can't find proof of your qualification you can go through our appeals process. You can find out more here - www.cscs.uk.com/applying-for-cards/appeals/ If you need any other assistance you can get in touch via www.cscs.uk.com/about/contact Thanks, CSCS
This is all one big scam. I just want to work, im dyslexic, and all this online crap. Iv just passed my test, now iv got to do a one day course?? Im absolutely confused by all this. I just need to work, but these companies are forced uoon us. Oh and some will rip you off more than others. Its fu.ki.g disgusting
Hi JadenStephens if you call our contact centre on 0344 994 4777, they will be able to help with your query. The contact centre is open from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday, excluding Bank holidays. Alternately you can contact them via CSCS.uk.com/contact. Thanks, CSCS
Hi i have passed my health and safety test to apply for a cscs green card where do i find the qualification because i have the test results but i do not have to certificate
Hi @jacktodd6206, if you speak with the company you took the test with they should be able to provide you with a certificate to show you passed. If you need further assistance, please do get in touch CSCS.uk.com/contact. Thanks, CSCS
paid for a citb test thought lovley i can get my labourer card now … No not at all nobody mentioned to me i had to do another health and saftey test!… thats about 150 quid and then apply for a card thats nearly 40 pounds too , absolute joke
I agree mate. It's absolutely disgusting. I can't even start work. All because of this absolute rip off crap. I literally don't no what to do next. Speak to people on the phone, and go online. Only then it hits a brick wall. Absolute scam.
@@keepsafeandsound6722i got charged 67 pound for my cscs test passed it and spoke to the woman at the centre she said it should only be 22 pound so i got on the ohone and said how dare u lot charge me 67 quid for this when its ment to be this price they sent the rest back to my back straight away , cheeky cunts iv fucked it all off now anyway be assed being a labourer someones total bitch for 11 pound a hour no chance
Same here I have the blue skilled worker card but because it expired and it’s over 2 years past I need to do the one day course as I can’t find my SVQ certificate
Can someone help please this whole thung is a load of shit, ive completed both the CITB test and i completed 2 yrs of electrcal installations in college. Saying that this isnt a sparky card i need as im starting somewhere new that requires a labourers card. They are saying i require proof of a 1 day course on top of that i honestly dont understand
Hello - if you get in touch with our contact centre they will be able to help you with your query. The contact centre is open from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday, excluding Bank holidays - 0344 994 4777. Or you can get in touch via CSCS.uk.com/contact. Regards, CSCS
Hello - we do not ask for your proof to work in the UK, we only check that the qualifications that you hold are relevant for the card you are applying for. You can read more about it here bit.ly/3y03z33
I have passed my operative test i have my health and safety test booked but my operative test and result isnt showing on my cscs app i am applying for green labourer card
Hi there, Holding a CSCS card is not a legal requirement and it is entirely up to the principal contractor or client whether workers are required to hold a valid card before they are allowed on site. However, most principal contractors and major house builders require workers on their sites to hold a valid CSCS card. Thanks
Hi there, CSCS has a number of cards available for new entrants to the industry, including the Apprentice card, which is issued free of charge. We're also proud partners of Open Doors - organised by Build UK - which takes visitors behind the scenes to showcase the fantastic range of careers available in construction. For any further queries, please do get in touch via CSCS.uk.com/contact. Thanks
Hi there, The CITB HSE score report is the test's certificate and will contain the information required when applying for a CSCS card. For more information, please visit the CITB website: www.citb.co.uk/ Thanks
Hi there, For details on how to apply for a card, please visit: CSCS.uk.com/apply You may also find our Card Finder service useful as it shows you which CSCS card to apply for by entering your occupation or qualification: CSCS.uk.com/CardFinder Thanks
The dumbest thing is that Cscs have not the first clue about construction.CSCS was introduced as a safety card and they have morphed it into a skills card.Its essentially a scam now selling unnecessary courses.The people involved have no idea how construction actually works,why one solution is not always correct in a different situation,what various trades actually do and why.Not competent to assess the industry
@@mrt445i did a training course which was over 300 slides of repetitive dribble. When it came to the final test they practically gave the answers to everyone…course wasn’t cheap
Thanks for getting in touch with us. I am afraid that we don't provide job information, or job opportunities. CSCS verify qualifications & health and safety awareness as part of applications. If you need any further assistance, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our Customer Contact team via CSCS.uk.com/contact. Thanks
Hello I paid 22.5 pounds and took the citb test, however when applying for the green card, I’m being asked for an SSP certificate. I thought I only needed to pass the citb test to apply for a green card
Hi there, To apply for a Labourer card, all applicants must pass the CITB health, safety and environment test for operatives and hold one of the qualifications listed on our website: cscs.uk.com/labourer Thanks
Hi Jonathan, we would recommend that you get in touch with our contact centre. You can submit a Support Query on your account, or call up on 0344 994 4777. The contact centre is open from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday, excluding Bank holidays.
Hi,@@omanpoynter we would recommend that you get in touch with our contact centre. You can submit a Support Query on your account, or call up on 0344 994 4777. The contact centre is open from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday, excluding Bank holidays.
Hi Mark, If the test you're referring to is the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test it needs to have been passed in the two years prior to applying for a CSCS card. In addition to passing the correct CITB HSE test, you'll need a qualification relevant to the card you're applying for. You can find out more about our types of cards and the corresponding qualifications via our website: CSCS.uk.com/cards Our Card Finder service (CSCS.uk.com/CardFinder) is also available to confirm which CSCS card to apply for based on your occupation and qualifications. Thanks
Hi Steffen, If it's the CITB HSE test you're referring to, this needs to have been passed in the two years prior to renewing or applying for a card. In terms of other courses and qualifications used as part of applications, this will depend on the validity length of the qualification in question. If you have any other questions please contact us via: CSCS.uk.com/contact Thanks
Hi If you drop our Customer Contact Centre a message via the following link, a member of the team will, be able to assist: www.cscs.uk.com/contact/ CSCS cards aren't available on site - the quickest, easiest and cheapest way to buy your card is via CSCS.uk.com. Thanks
Hello, For more information on qualifications gained outside the UK and having overseas qualifications mapped, please visit: www.cscs.uk.com/applying-for-cards/qualifications/overseas-qualifications/. You can also find out more about the types of cards we offer and the qualifications accepted for each via our website: CSCS.uk.com/apply. Please also note, as a UK scheme, we only ship cards to addresses in the UK If you have further queries, please do get in touch via CSCS.uk.com/contact. Thanks
I just passed my health and safety certificate test now im going to do the citb operatives test 45 out of 50 question must be passed then i can upload to get my green card once done then i can chase my dream work at 21.🎉
Hi there, NI numbers aren't mandatory as part of CSCS card applications. If you need any further guidance, please get in touch: CSCS.uk.com/contact. Thanks
I've just past my CSCS exam when I applied for a card they want proof of my city and guilds from the 70s that I don't have I've had numerous cards why are they being awkward
Hi Gerard, CSCS don't offer or provide tests or exams, we simply verify qualifications and health and safety awareness as part of applications. We do find that sometimes applicants can no longer find historic qualifications to form part of their applications. In this scenario, individuals can submit an appeal to the CSCS Appeals Panel highlighting their specific circumstances and why they feel their application should be approved. For more information, please visit: www.cscs.uk.com/applying-for-cards/appeals/ or contact us via CSCS.uk.com/contact. Thanks
Hi there, CSCS adheres to Construction Leadership Council requirements, which state that the "minimum standard for skilled occupations is a NVQ Level 2 qualification relevant to the occupation plus a separate health and safety element". You can find out more about the requirements via our website: www.cscs.uk.com/about/cscs-alliance/clc-one-industry-logo-2/ Thanks
Hi there, There will be a web/desktop version of CSCS Smart Check released prior to the withdrawal of Go Smart on March 31st so keep an eye on CSCS.uk.com and our social channels for further details! Thanks
Hi I have tried all my best to upload my ETC certificate but is not uploading don't know why is not uploading it says max 5mb and my file is only 1.75mb but still not uploading what should I do. Please help.
Hi there, For technical queries and support, please contact our Customer Contact centre who will be able to assist: www.cscs.uk.com/about/contact/ Thanks
Hi there, Depending on your circumstances, you may want to consider the Provisional CSCS card. The Provisional card is for individuals working through probationary periods while employers assess their suitability for employment. It lasts for six months and is not renewable. You can only apply for a provisional card if you have not held a CSCS card before and this card can only be applied for once. Before it expires, Provisional card holders should achieve or be registered for a recognised construction related qualification and apply for the appropriate CSCS card for their job. Thanks
Im 21 and wonder if i need any education or college for this job or where do i start to apply to become a contruction worker can you explain how it all workes steps to take thanks
Hi there, CSCS cards provide proof that individuals working on construction sites have the appropriate training and qualifications for the job they do, thereby helping to improve standards and safety in UK construction. Holding a CSCS card is not a legislative requirement and it is entirely up to the principal contractor or client whether workers are required to hold a valid card before they are allowed on site. However, most principal contractors and major house builders require workers on their sites to hold a valid CSCS card. To find out more about the different types of CSCS cards and the qualifications required for each, visit: www.cscs.uk.com/types-of-cscs-cards/ Thanks
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Hello , I’ve passed the citb hs and e test, I’m applying for provisional card in your website when I click on validate it says I have an issue either with my names or date of birth I don’t know why what can I do please
Hi there, When applying for a CSCS card, you'll need to have the test ID number from your CITB HSE test - this can be found at the top of the pass certificate. For any further queries, please get in touch: CSCS.uk.com/contact. Thanks
Hi Justin, CSCS don't offer or provide tests or qualifications, the prices of which can vary from provider to provider. We simply issue CSCS cards off the back of approved applications. Currently, all CSCS cards cost £36 or are free in the case of the Apprentice card, while CITB Health, Safety and Environment tests are £22.50. Thanks
Hello@@in-x-orable2769, CSCS do not provide any tests. They are provided by CITB. If you need any further assistance, please do get in touch CSCS.uk.com/contact. Thanks, CSCS
Hi Justin, CSCS don't offer or provide tests or qualifications, the prices of which can vary from provider to provider. We simply issue CSCS cards off the back of approved applications. Currently, all CSCS cards cost £36 or are free in the case of the Apprentice card, while CITB Health, Safety and Environment tests are £22.50. Thanks
Hi Jason, Those in Labouring occupations should apply for the Labourer card. You can find out all the requirements for this card via our website: www.cscs.uk.com/labourer Thanks
