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Why is a CSCS card so important?

Without a CSCS card, it’s literally impossible for anyone to get a job within the construction industry in the UK. Almost all construction companies require a CSCS card before they would even consider giving them a job, this acts as the only proof that you’ve had the necessary training, and with all the health and safety guidelines these days, no company can afford to hire workers that are insufficiently trained.

Who needs a CSCS card?

Every single person on a worksite should have a valid CSCS card. This includes site operatives, managers and supervisors; some people will have more privileges than others depending on the type of CSCS card they hold, for example, a construction site operative will have less access to certain machinery than a site supervisor.

How to get a CSCS card?

There are quite a number of ways to get a CSCS card, some people prefer to go through testing affiliates whereas some prefer to get their CSCS card directly from the testing company.

Where can I take my CSCS Test?

The CSCS test cannot be taken online from home, you will need to find your closest approved testing centre. There are countless testing centres and mobile testing centres across the UK, as always if you require help in finding your nearest CSCS test centre then please visit the CITB website directly using this link.

How to pass the CSCS test?

The CSCS test is a simple and straightforward test that most people should pass on their first attempt. There’s a 2 step process to passing your CSCS test and I’m sure it comes as no surprise when I tell you all that’s needed to pass the CSCS test is a bit of revision and a bit of practice.