What test is required for a CSCS card?

What test is required for a CSCS card?

The CITB test may have different names, causing confusion for candidates trying to book it.

To obtain a CSCS card, you must pass the CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test, also known as the CITB touch screen test. This test must be taken by any worker aiming for a CSCS card, regardless of the type they desire. The test consists of 50 multiple-choice questions and can be taken at over 150 CITB-approved test centres throughout the UK.

It is important to demonstrate a worker’s ability to be safe on a construction site, and it covers a wide range of topics related to safety and productivity.

If you aim for a CSCS Green Card, you will also need to complete the Health, Safety & Awareness (HS&A) course and the CITB test. This course is separate from the CITB test and can be booked separately.

Are there different types of this test?

There are 3 different types of CITB test that you can take and they are as follows:

  • Operative – This test required when applying for the CSCS Labourer card, Trainee card, Apprentice card, most CSCS Blue Skilled Worker cards and also most CSCS Gold Advanced Craft cards.
  • Manager and Professional – This test type tests for everything that you would find within the operatives test. However, further material relevant to managers and professionals will also be included. This test is usually required when applying for the CSCS Black Managers card and the Academically or Professionally Qualified person card
  • Specialist – This test type tests for everything in the operatives test, plus further material relating to a specialist area such as supervision or working at heights. Specialist tests are required when applying for the CSCS Gold Supervisor card, as well as CSCS Blue Skilled Worker and Gold Advanced Craft cards in some occupations.

What Does the Test & Retake Option Mean?

It’s important to note that the test & retake option allows for a free rebooking of the test if you fail on your first attempt. However, you must book your free retest within 7 days of failing your first test and it is non-transferable between people.