CITB Health & Safety Awareness (HSA) inc. CSCS Test & Card Application

Get Your Green Labourers Card: Your First Step towards a Career in Construction

What is the CITB HSA Course that includes the HS&E Test and Card Application?

The CITB Health & Safety Awareness Course is an entry-level training program designed for individuals starting out in the construction industry. It serves as the foundational step towards obtaining a CSCS Green Labourer Card, which allows labourers to work safely and legally on construction sites.

Additional Components

The course includes:

Health, Safety & Environment (HS&E) Touch Screen Test: This assessment is a prerequisite for the Green Card.
CSCS Green Card Application: Once you pass the HS&E test, you can apply for the CSCS Green Labourer Card.

Participants can complete the training, take the test, and initiate the Green Card application in one day, making it a comprehensive option for new labourers to quickly start working safely and compliantly on-site.

Course Content

What can I expect from the CITB Health & Safety Awareness training course?

The CITB Health and Safety Awareness Course, including the CSCS Test and Card Application, is a streamlined program designed to prepare you for safe and compliant work on construction sites. This one-day course provides essential knowledge and a pathway to obtaining the CSCS Green Labourer Card, which is necessary for many entry-level construction roles in the UK. Here’s what you can expect:

Foundational Health & Safety Training

Personal Safety Responsibilities: You’ll learn about your role in maintaining a safe work environment, including accountability for your own and others' safety.
Identifying & Managing Hazards: Gain skills to recognise common construction hazards, like falls, manual handling risks, and equipment-related dangers, and learn ways to control them.
Safety Standards & Legal Knowledge: Understand the basic legal requirements for health and safety, your liabilities, and the importance of site safety standards.

Core Topics Covered

Working at Height: Covers safe practices for operating in elevated areas, with a focus on reducing fall risks.
Manual Handling: Techniques for safe lifting and moving of heavy materials, minimising strain and injury.
Fire Prevention: Identifies fire risks on-site and teaches preventative measures to reduce these hazards.
Using Work Equipment Safely: Outlines best practices for safely operating and managing equipment.
Occupational Health Risks: Educates on long-term health risks associated with construction work, such as dust exposure and noise.

HS&E Touch Screen Test

After the training, you’ll take the Health, Safety, and Environment (HS&E) Touch Screen Test. This test assesses your understanding of health and safety basics required to work safely on-site.

CSCS Green Labourer Card Application

Once you pass the HS&E test, the provider will apply for the CSCS Green Labourer Card for you. This card is a critical credential for site access and is recognised across the UK construction industry.

All components, the training, HS&E test, and Green Card application, are designed to be completed within a single day. This efficient structure allows you to start working safely and legally on construction sites as soon as possible.

Entry Requirements

Are there any entry requirements for CITB Health & Safety Awareness course including CSCS Test & Card Application?

To enrol in the CITB Health & Safety Awareness Course, which is a prerequisite for obtaining the CSCS Green Labourer Card, you should meet the following entry requirements:

Age Requirement: You must be at least 16 years old.
English Language Proficiency: A basic understanding of English is necessary to effectively engage with the course material and participate in assessments.
Photographic Identification: You are required to present valid photographic ID, such as a driving licence or passport, at the start of the course.

Assessment

The CITB Health and Safety Awareness Course including CSCS Test & Card Application assessment consists of two main components:

Course Participation and Final Exam

Active Participation: Learners are expected to engage actively throughout the course, which may include discussions, practical exercises, and responding to questions from the instructor.

Multiple-Choice Exam: At the end of the course, learners will complete a 30-minute closed-book exam. The exam is structured as follows:

25 Multiple-Choice Questions: This includes 20 questions worth one mark each and 5 questions worth two marks each.
Passing Score: To pass, delegates need to score at least 25 out of 30 marks (83%).
Closed Book: No reference materials are allowed during the exam.
Certification Requirement: Passing this exam is necessary to receive the course certification.

CITB Health, Safety, and Environment (HS&E) Test for Operators

After successfully completing the course exam, learner must also pass the CITB Health, Safety, and Environment (HS&E) Test to qualify for the CSCS Green Labourer Card. This separate test assesses a broader range of health and safety knowledge relevant to on-site work.

Passing both assessments, the course exam and the HS&E test, qualifies the learner for the CSCS Green Labourer Card and ensures they have foundational health and safety knowledge for working safely on construction sites.

Certification

Upon passing the exam, Learners are awarded a CITB certificate in Health & Safety Awareness. This certificate is issued by the CITB and is valid for five years. It demonstrates that the learner has a fundamental understanding of health and safety practices in the construction industry.

CSCS Green Labourer Card Application: With the CITB certificate, learners can then take the CITB Health, Safety, and Environment (HS&E) Test. Passing this test, along with the CITB Health & Safety Awareness course certification, allows for application of the CSCS Green Labourer Card. This card is a formal qualification needed for entry-level labourer roles on construction sites in the UK.

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FAQs

What health and safety test do I need for a CSCS card?

To obtain a CSCS card, you need to pass the CITB Health, Safety, and Environment (HS&E) Test. The specific type of HS&E test required depends on the type of CSCS card you're applying for, as different roles in the construction industry require different levels of health and safety knowledge. Here’s a breakdown:

Operatives Test:

This is the most common test and is required for entry-level roles, such as labourers.
It’s suitable for the CSCS Green Labourer Card and other basic operative cards.

Specialist Test:

This test includes additional questions relevant to specific trades, such as plumbing, carpentry, or electrical work.
It’s required for cards that indicate a specialist role, such as the CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card in specific trades.

Managers and Professionals (MAP) Test:

This is a more advanced test aimed at supervisors, managers, and professionals.
It’s required for cards like the CSCS Black Manager Card and the CSCS Gold Supervisor Card.

Demolition and Working at Height Test:

This specialised test is for workers in high-risk areas, such as demolition or those frequently working at height.

Each test is designed to assess your understanding of health and safety practices relevant to your role.

Can I do my CSCS health and safety test online?

The CITB Health, Safety, and Environment (HS&E) Test, required for obtaining a CSCS card, is primarily conducted in-person at authorised test centres. This ensures the integrity and security of the examination process.

Booking the Test:

Online Booking: You can schedule your test through the CITB website, which offers a seat search function to compare availability at local test centres.
Phone Booking: Alternatively, book by calling 0344 994 4488. Lines are open Monday to Friday, 8 am to 8 pm, and Saturday, 8 am to 12 pm.

What is the pass rate for CSCS health and safety test?

The pass mark varies depending on the specific test taken:

Operatives Test: Candidates must correctly answer at least 45 out of 50 questions, equating to a 90% pass mark.
Specialist Test: Like the Operatives Test, a minimum of 45 correct answers out of 50 is required to pass.
Managers and Professionals (MAP) Test: This test also requires a score of at least 45 out of 50 to pass, maintaining the 90% pass mark.

These high pass marks underscore the importance of thorough preparation to ensure a comprehensive understanding of health and safety protocols in the construction industry.