How to Get a CSCS Card: Proof of Skills and Knowledge for Working on a Construction Site

WHY A CSCS CARD IS VITAL. UK contractors and regulators expect every worker—from labourer to manager—to hold a valid CSCS Card. It proves you’ve passed the CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test and hold the right construction qualification, ensuring you can work safely and competently on site.

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1 | WHAT IS A CSCS CARD?

A CSCS Card demonstrates you’ve passed the CITB HS&E Test and hold a role-matched qualification. Cards are colour-coded:

• Green: Labourers (Level 1 HS&A)
• Blue: Skilled workers (NVQ Level 2 trade qualifications)
• Gold: Supervisors (SSSTS)
• Black: Managers & professionals (SMSTS)

2 | STEP 1: PASS THE CITB HS&E TEST

This 45-minute touchscreen test covers site hazards, PPE, working at height, fire safety and environmental best practice. You need 45/50 to pass. Official mock tests at our Test Hub mirror the real exam and drive first-time success.

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3 | STEP 2: COMPLETE THE REQUIRED QUALIFICATION

Match your card to the right qualification:

• Green Card: Level 1 Award in Health & Safety in a Construction Environment (online, same-day results)
• Blue Card: NVQ Level 2 in your trade
• Gold Card: NVQ Level 3/4 + SSSTS
• Black Card: NVQ Level 5–7 + SMSTS

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4 | STEP 3: APPLY FOR YOUR CSCS CARD

Upload your test pass and qualification, pay £30, and submit online. Processing takes around two weeks; digital proof appears instantly via the CSCS app.

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5 | REPLACEMENTS & RENEWALS

If your CSCS Card is lost, expired or stolen, apply for a replacement (£36). Cards expire after five years; retake the CITB test if lapsed over two years.

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