How to get a CSCS labourer card

09. 03. 2022.  

You can get a CSCS Labourer Card, known as a CSCS Green Card easily in 3 steps. Read on to find out how you can get a CSCS Labourer Card.

To work safely on construction sites in the UK, many employers require workers to hold a valid CSCS card. For labouring roles, this usually means applying for a CSCS Green Labourer Card.

What Test Do You Need For A CSCS Green Card?

To obtain a CSCS Green Labourer Card, you must first complete the CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test for Operatives, commonly known as the CITB touch screen test.

This test:

  • Takes approximately 45 minutes to complete
  • Is a multiple-choice examination
  • Must be completed in person at an approved test centre
  • Is available at over 150 CITB test centres nationwide

Find Your Nearest CITB Test Centre

It is important to note that candidates applying for a CSCS Green Labourer Card must complete the Operatives CITB Test.

There are also different versions of the CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test designed for other CSCS card types, including:

  • Managers & Professionals CITB Test for the CSCS Black Card
  • Supervisor CITB Test for the CSCS Gold Supervisor Card

You can learn more about the different CITB test types in our related guide:

What Is The CITB Test?

How Do You Apply For A CSCS Green Labourer Card?

Applying for a CSCS Green Card involves three simple steps.

Step 1: Book Your CITB Operatives Test

You must first book and pass the CITB Health, Safety & Environment Operatives Test at your local test centre.

Step 2: Complete The Health, Safety & Awareness Course

Once you have passed the CITB test, you must complete the Health, Safety & Awareness (HS&A) Course.

Step 3: Apply For Your CSCS Green Card

After completing both the CITB test and HS&A course, you can apply for your CSCS Green Card.

To complete your application, you will need:

  • Your CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test score report
  • Your Health, Safety & Awareness course certificate

Once approved, your CSCS Green Card will remain valid for 5 years.

Book Your CITB Operatives Test

You can book your CITB Operatives Test online using the link below:

CITB Test Booking Form

What Is The Health, Safety & Awareness Course?

To obtain a CSCS Green Labourer Card, you must complete the Health, Safety & Awareness (HS&A) qualification.

Previously, this required attending classroom-based training for a full day. However, the Online Green Card Course now allows candidates to complete the training remotely in approximately half the time.

Once completed, the qualification remains valid for 5 years.

Benefits Of Completing The HS&A Course Online

  • Complete training online in around 4 hours
  • Current pass rates of up to 100%
  • Officially accredited qualification
  • No need to take time off work
  • Accessible on smartphones, laptops and computers
  • Dedicated support staff available
  • Short online assessment completed from home
  • Flexible training times to suit your schedule
  • No travel required

Book Your Health, Safety & Awareness Course

Health, Safety & Awareness Online Course For CSCS Green Card

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