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Protect Your Staff and Business from Risk
As a business owner, manager, or company director, ensuring workplace safety should always be a top priority. This is particularly crucial for industries such as:
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Construction
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Maintenance
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Industrial and Site Cleaning
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Landscape Gardening
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Facilities Management
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Shop-Fitting
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Security
If your employees work in environments where hazards are common, it is your legal responsibility to ensure that they are properly trained, certified, and compliant with UK Health & Safety regulations.
Failing to do so could expose your business to significant legal, financial, and reputational risks.
The Legal Risk of Non-Compliance
If an employee suffers an accident or injury without the required training or certifications, your company could:
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Be sued for negligence
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Face corporate manslaughter charges
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Invalidate your business insurance
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Be heavily fined by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
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Lose valuable clients or contracts due to non-compliance
Even experienced workers must hold valid, recognised qualifications to comply with safety regulations.
Protect your workforce. Protect your business. Book CSCS training for your staff today.
Why CSCS Cards Are a Legal and Industry Requirement
The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is the recognised standard for proving that a worker has the required Health & Safety knowledge to work safely on UK construction sites.
A CSCS Card is essential because:
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It is required by most UK contractors and construction firms
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It demonstrates that the holder understands site safety risks
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It significantly reduces the risk of workplace injuries and related legal issues
Without a valid CSCS Card, workers are not legally permitted to work on most UK construction sites.
To help your staff prepare, The Builders Academy offers free Mock Tests for both the CSCS qualification and the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test, ensuring they are ready to succeed.
Need your team certified? Let The Builders Academy guide you through the entire process.
How to Get a CSCS Card for Your Employees
To obtain a CSCS Green Labourer Card, your staff must complete the following steps:
Step 1: Complete the Level 1 Health & Safety in a Construction Environment Course
This entry-level course covers essential site safety, hazard recognition, and accident prevention.
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100% Online with no classroom attendance required
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Learn at your own pace, anytime
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Receive same-day exam results
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Includes access to our free CSCS Mock Tests
Enroll Your Staff in the CSCS Level 1 Course
Step 2: Pass the CITB Health, Safety & Environment (HS&E) Test
This 45-minute multiple-choice test is required for all CSCS card applicants.
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Tests knowledge of key site hazards and safety procedures
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Conducted at approved CITB test centres nationwide
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Free access to CITB Test Mock Exams for preparation
Step 3: Apply for the CSCS Green Labourer Card
Once the training and test are complete, workers can apply for the Green Labourer Card through CITB.
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Application fee: £30
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Card delivered in 5 to 10 working days
Apply for the Full CSCS Green Card Package
Let us manage the entire certification process for your team.
Exclusive Business Offer: Train 5 Employees, Get 1 Free
To support companies in meeting compliance goals, we are offering one FREE training place for every five employees enrolled in our CSCS Green Card programme.
Ensure your workforce meets safety standards without exceeding your training budget.
Your Thoughts: Are CSCS Cards Essential?
We want to hear from you. Should all construction workers be required to hold a CSCS Card?
Share your opinion in the comments section or reach out to us with your views.
Contact us today:
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Email: [email protected]
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Phone: 0203 345 6575
Final Thoughts
Health & Safety compliance is more than a legal obligation—it's a core part of operating a responsible, successful business. Equip your employees with the knowledge and certification they need to work safely and confidently.
Stay compliant. Stay protected. Get CSCS Certified with The Builders Academy.