Bristol CITB - Test Centre
Choose from over 150 CITB Test Centre locations nationwide. The full address of each test centre is listed below. A test centre may be listed by the city or region it is in.
Bristol CITB Test Centre Address
Bristol Test Centre
Building 340 The Crescent
Bristol Business Park
Bristol
BS16 1EJ
United Kingdom
CITB Test Information
To get a CSCS Card you must complete a CITB Health, Safety and Environment test. The test takes 45 minutes. It is a multiple choice test with 50 questions. You must get 45 out of 50 to pass. The CITB test can be taken at over 150 test centres nationwide.
Brief directions
From the Coldharbour Lane bus stop walk south approximately 150m towards the Traffic Light Crossing. At these lights turn left into the Bristol Business Park which is through staggered gates. Follow the path onto the Avenue and follow this nearly to the end, then turn right onto the pathway in front of the building which will take you to The Gardens. Immediately opposite is the The Crescent, 340 is the 4th building on the Righthand side.
Please note the site has parking for 20 cars- please do not park in neighbouring Car Parks
The CSCS card is a way to verify that people working on construction sites have the appropriate knowledge and training. This helps prevent on-the-job mishaps that endanger everyone's health and safety. You obtain a CSCS card by taking the CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test. There are 150 CITB test centres nationwide including in Bristol.
Book Your CITB Test in Bristol
The CSCS Card prevents unqualified people from working on UK construction sites. Since it was introduced 25 years ago it has been almost universally adopted by the construction industry. To get a CSCS Card you must pass the CITB Test.
The CSCS Card prevents unqualified people from working on UK construction sites. Since it was introduced 25 years ago it has been almost universally adopted by the construction industry. To get a CSCS Card you must pass the CITB Test.
What to Expect in the Test
The process is very straightforward. Arrive at the Bristol Test Centre on time, show ID, sit for a security photo, and then take the test. There will be 50 multiple choice questions and you will have 45 minutes to answer them.
What to Take With You
The only thing you must have is a valid ID. That means either a UK driving license or a UK passport with both signature and photo.
You can still take the test if you don’t have either, but you will need to show 2 alternative forms of ID. These include a British Armed Forces ID or a Trade Union Card. For a full list of acceptable alternatives click here.
What to do Before Going to the Test Centre
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How do I Book a Test?
Before you venture out to take the CITB test in Bristol make sure you know which test is appropriate for your circumstances. Let’s take a closer look at the various tests and which CSCS cards they apply to.
Operatives Test
The Operatives Test is given to those wishing to obtain a:
- CSCS Green Card
- CSCS Red Card (Provisional)
Additional info:
To obtain a CSCS Green Card you must complete the HSA one-day level 1 course or the Online Health, Safety & Awareness Course.
A CSCS Red Card (Provisional) is for people who have never had any type of CSCS card in the past.
Operatives or Specialist Test
The Operatives or Specialist Test is given to those seeking a:
- CSCS Blue Card (Skilled Worker)
- CSCS Red Card (Apprentice)
- CSCS Red Card (Experienced Worker)
- CSCS Red Card (Trainee)
- CSCS Gold Card (Supervisory)
- CSCS Gold Card (Advanced
Additional info:
To obtain a CSCS Blue Card (Skilled Worker) you must provide proof that you hold certification for an NVQ or SVQ level 2.
To obtain the CSCS Red Card (Apprentice) you will need proof of your apprenticeship.
To obtain the CSCS Red Card (Experienced Worker) you will need to be registered for the NVQ or SVQ Level 2 or higher.
To obtain a CSCS Red Card (Trainee) you must prove registration to an NVQ.
To obtain a CSCS Gold Card (Supervisory) you must have completed an NVQ/SVQ level 3 or 4.
To obtain a CSCS Gold Card (Advanced) you must have completed an NVQ level 3 or apprenticeship qualification.
Specialist, Managers or Professionals Test
The Specialist, Managers or Professionals Test is for those seeking a:
- CSCS Black Card (Manager)
- CSCS Red Card (Technical, Supervisor, Managers)
- CSCS White Card (Academically Qualified Person)
- CSCS White Card (Professionally Qualified Person)
Additional Info:
To obtain a CSCS Black Card you must have completed an NVQ level 5, 6 or 7 or equivalent and held a level 4 qualification.
To obtain a CSCS Red Card (Technical, Supervisor, Managers) you must have registered for an NVQ or equivalent level 3 or higher.
To obtain a CSCS White Card (Academically Qualified Person) you must have completed construction-related degrees or qualifications such as HNDs, HNCs etc.
To obtain a CSCS White Card (Professionally Qualified Person) you must be a member of a CSCS professional body.
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