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How can I get my CSCS card?
The quickest and most convenient way to apply for a CSCS card is via our online application service. If you already have an account, please login and start your application today. If you do not have an account, visit the Applying for cards page to find out how to create an account and apply for CSCS card online.
Can I get on site with CSCS certificate?
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.
What cards do I need to work on a building site?
CSCS card
If you want to make your career in the construction industry, then it is mandatory to hold a CSCS card. The card acts as a proof for working on the construction site. It shows that an individual has the appropriate qualification and training for the job they do on the site.
Do site visitors need CSCS card?
The good news is many people holding the Construction Site Visitor card will not be required to obtain another CSCS card. CSCS cards are intended for construction related occupations only and many people holding the card work in roles considered to be non-construction related, such as site cleaning and catering staff.
Can you do a CSCS test online?
Booking a CSCS test is straightforward and can be done online or by telephone. You should be able to get an appointment for your test at the CSCS test centre of your choice within two weeks.
Can you work on building site without CSCS card?
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 CSCS card.
Is it illegal to work on site without a CSCS card?
Is it illegal to work on a site without a CSCS card? They’re not a legal requirement. The industry itself introduced the cards under advice from the government, which is why lots of sites and major contractors use them.
Can you get a CSCS card without qualifications?
To apply for a skilled level CSCS card, an applicant must hold a nationally recognised construction related qualification. CSCS does not deliver courses or qualifications, so if you need a qualification then you will need to find a college or training provider which delivers the qualification you need.
What is replacing CSCS cards?
If your CSCS Registration Card has been lost, stolen or damaged you can apply for a replacement for an administrative fee. Please complete the Online Replacement Card Form, attach a current passport-quality photograph and make an online payment. In this case, your fee will be refunded.
Can I do the CSCS test from home?
Completed online at home the course test is multiple choice with a pass mark of 36/45. FREE retake included and please note 5 days notice is required to sit this test.
What are the benefits of having a CSCS card?
2. What are the Benefits of Having a CSCS Card? CSCS cards are a much quicker and more efficient way of proving your competence than waiting for references for every project. It is not a legal requirement to have a CSCS card but some employers will only hire people who have them.
Do I need a CSCS card?
CSCS cards are not a legal requirement, but most major contractors require workers on their sites to hold them. The law states that anyone undertaking construction work must be competent, and the certification scheme is one of the main ways of demonstrating relevant skills and training.
How to get a CPCs card?
To get the card, you need to follow the below steps: Prove that you have completed an NVQ for the category you are applying for to the CPCS Test Centre. Pass the CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test. Within 2 years of the above; achieve your CPCS theory. Complete the CPCS practical within six months of theory
How long is a CSCS card valid for?
Most of the CSCS cards are valid for 5 years. The only exception is the Trainee cards (for people who are in the process of gaining their qualifications).