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CITB Health, safety & environment test and alternatives

To apply for a CSCS card you are required to pass the appropriate level of CITB Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test within the last two years or an approved alternative.

The test aims to examine knowledge across a wide range of topics to improve safety and productivity on site and is an important way for construction workers to show employers they can be safe on the job.

To arrange a CITB Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test, please book directly through CITB. Revision materials are available from most high street and online booksellers or the CITB website but not via CSCS.

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Types of CITB Health, safety and environment test

There are three types of CITB HS&E test - CSCS.uk.com/CardFinder will confirm the correct test to sit based on your occupation and qualifications.

Tests for a basic level of health, safety and environmental awareness. This test is required when applying for the Labourer card, the Trainee card, the Apprentice card, most Blue Skilled Worker cards and most Gold Advanced Craft cards.

Tests for everything in the operative test, plus additional material relevant to managers and professionals. This test is required when applying for the Black Managers card and the Academically or Professionally Qualified person cards.

Tests for everything in the operative test, plus additional material relating to a specialist area such as supervision or working at heights. Specialist tests are required when applying for the Gold Supervisor card, as well as Blue Skilled Worker and Gold Advanced Craft cards in certain occupations.