News
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Validity of first CSCS Labourer Card reduced to two years
October 30, 2024The initial Labourer card will reduce from five years to two, with workers who continue in labouring roles able to renew their card for five years by providing evidence they are employed in a labouring role.
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CSCS Online payments improved with Fiserv addition
September 20, 2024From Monday 23rd September 2024, payments via the official CSCS application service will change.
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CSCS Industry Accreditation renewal deadline passes
July 1, 2024The deadline to renew Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) cards issued via Industry Accreditation (IA) has now passed.
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CSCS Announce New Group Structure
May 30, 2024Construction Skills Certification Scheme Limited (CSCS Ltd) is pleased to announce the formation of a new group structure, designed to improve the operational efficiency, governance, and transparency of its activities.
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Withdrawal of the Proqual Steel Erector Level 3 Diploma (603/2366/8)
May 22, 2024CSCS will no longer recognise the ProQual Steel Erector Level 3 Diploma (qualification number 603/2366/8) from August1st 2024.
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CSCS welcomes Dame Janet Paraskeva as new Chair of Board
April 18, 2024CSCS is pleased to announce the appointment of Dame Janet Paraskeva as the new Chair of its Board.
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CSCS Alliance to demonstrate CSCS Smart Check at Digital Construction Week 2024
April 15, 2024The CSCS Alliance will be demonstrating CSCS Smart Check at this year's Digital Construction Week in London.
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CSCS Alliance welcomes updated CLC recommendation on industry card schemes
April 2, 2024The CSCS Alliance has welcomed the updated Construction Leadership Council recommendation on Industry Card Schemes
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Go Smart turned off to make way for card checking replacement CSCS Smart Check
April 1, 2024Go Smart has been turned off by CSCS as industry continues its transition to CSCS Smart Check.
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CSCS Smart Check desktop portal launched ahead of Go Smart withdrawal
March 27, 2024The desktop version of CSCS Smart Check is now available at www.CSCSSmartcheck.co.uk.
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Withdrawal of the Proqual Steel Erector Level 2 Diploma (601/5675/2)
March 26, 2024CSCS will no longer recognise the ProQual Steel Erector Level 2 Diploma (qualification number 601/5675/2) from June 1st 2024.
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Go Smart withdrawal approaches as employers are urged to transition to CSCS Smart Check
March 22, 2024Employers within construction are being reminded that card checking platform Go Smart is to be turned off on March 31st 2024.
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Construction Prepares to Open Doors to Next Generation
March 18, 2024Open Doors 2024 gets underway today, with 220 events taking place until Saturday, March 23rd.
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Careers in Construction: Go Behind the Scenes with Open Doors 2024!
February 19, 2024There is just one month to go until Open Doors 2024, which takes place between Monday, March 18th and Saturday, March 23rd.
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Archaeologists no longer eligible for CSCS cards
January 26, 2024CSCS will no longer accept applications for Archaeological qualifications from 1st May 2024.
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Register now: Go Smart withdrawal webinars
January 25, 2024CSCS is hosting two webinars for employers to discuss the withdrawal of card checking platform Go Smart.
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CSCS publishes Annual Review for 2023
January 19, 2024CSCS has published its Annual Review for 2023.
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CSCS Smart Check - Planned Maintenance 18/01/24
January 18, 2024CSCS Smart Check will be unavailable for a period of 2-3 hours from 17:00 on Thursday, January 18th 2024.
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Discover Careers in Construction with Open Doors 2024
January 15, 2024Bookings are now open for Open Doors 2024.
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IOSH withdraw support from five training centres
December 19, 2023IOSH has withdrawn support from five training centres.
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CSCS is hiring: Business Development Executive
December 19, 2023CSCS is recruiting for a Business Development Executive on an 18-month fixed-term contract.
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Card checking platform Go Smart to be withdrawn
December 11, 2023Following the rollout of CSCS Smart Check, Go Smart will be turned off on March 31st 2024.
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CSCS reinstates IOSH course following improvements
November 15, 2023CSCS has reinstated the IOSH Safety, Health and Environment for Construction Workers course.
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CSCS Vacancy: Independent Chair
November 15, 2023CSCS is hiring for the position of Independent Chairman.
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Build UK publishes Routes of Entry in Scotland guide
October 2, 2023The Routes of Entry in Scotland guide from Build UK is out now to download.
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Watch back: CSCS Industry Accreditation webinar
August 15, 2023The recent CSCS Industry Accreditation webinar is available to watch back via the CSCS YouTube channel.
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JIB Chief Executive Jay Parmar appointed to support Building Safety Regulator and Industry
August 8, 2023Jay Parmar, Chief Executive of the Joint Industry Board, has been appointed as a member of the Industry Competence Committee (ICC).
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CSCS and IOSH collaborate to improve data verification measures
August 7, 2023IOSH is to introduce additional security improvements for certificates issued to delegates who successfully complete its Safety, Health and Environment for Construction Workers course.
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Industry Training Board Review 2023 - call for evidence
July 24, 2023The government has launched a review of the role and effectiveness of the construction and engineering construction industry training boards (CITB and ECITB).
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CSCS to host Industry Accreditation webinar
July 10, 2023CSCS is hosting a webinar for those impacted by the withdrawal of CSCS cards issued under Industry Accreditation (IA).
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Construction Leadership Council Employer Survey: Routes into Industry
July 5, 2023The CLC is undertaking a survey to establish the routes into construction and views on how these need to change.
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CSCS wins landmark intellectual property case
July 4, 2023CSCS is pleased to announce a legal victory in a trademark infringement case against Construction Help Centre Ltd.
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CSCS announces changes to Professionally Qualified Person card requirements
June 9, 2023CSCS will only recognise professionally qualified members of approved bodies for the issue of the PQP card, effective from June 30th 2023.
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Don’t pay more than £36 for a CSCS card
June 1, 2023Construction workers are being charged excessive sums by third-party websites for their CSCS cards.
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Watch back: Does my CSCS card still work?
May 30, 2023CSCS Head of Communications, Alan O'Neile, recently featured on Construction Wave's latest webinar.
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Changes to the CITB HS&E test for Managers & Professionals (MAP)
May 5, 2023CITB are making important changes to the Health, Safety & Environment test for Managers and Professionals.
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The CSCS Alliance at UK Construction Week 2023
May 1, 2023The CSCS Alliance are at UK Construction Week 2023, running from May 2nd to May 4th 2023.
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British Safety Council certificates not accepted for Labourer cards
March 16, 2023CSCS do not accept Level 1 Awards in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment issued by the BSC dated before February 2017.
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CSCS supports HSE campaign to highlight the risk of asbestos to those working in trades
March 7, 2023The Health and Safety Executive has launched a new campaign, titled Asbestos and You, to raise awareness of asbestos among tradespeople.
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Industry Accreditation: Common queries answered
February 16, 2023CSCS has set out some of the common areas of concern around Industry Accreditation and information on how they can be resolved.
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Industry Accreditation: City and Guilds Craft and Advanced Craft Certificates
February 15, 2023Those with cards issued under Industry Accreditation who hold City and Guilds Craft or Advanced Craft certificates can apply for skilled CSCS cards.
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Industry Accreditation support discussed on Fix Radio
February 13, 2023The support and guidance available to those on Industry Accreditation cards was in the spotlight on Fix Radio.
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New guidance and support for Industry Accreditation announced
January 23, 2023An industry task group has published new guidance that clearly sets out the next steps CSCS IA card holders must take before the deadline.
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Discover Careers in Construction with Open Doors 2023
January 9, 2023Booking is now open for Open Doors 2023, giving young people and those looking for a change of career the chance to visit construction sites across Great Britain.
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CSCS publishes Annual Review 2022
December 15, 2022The CSCS Annual Review 2022 is out now to download.
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NEBOSH construction qualification secures CSCS recognition
November 30, 2022Health and safety awarding body NEBOSH has secured CSCS recognition for its UK construction qualification holders.
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CSCS Alliance: raising standards and safety in construction
November 3, 2022The CSCS Alliance acts as a collective voice and advisor on matters relating to personnel registration and the verification of skills, training, and qualifications.
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HS2 tunnel site opens doors to launch national drive to get young people into construction
November 2, 2022Open Doors 2023 will give young people the chance to go behind site hoardings on busy construction sites and learn about career opportunities across the industry.
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CSCS mourns the death of Her Majesty The Queen
September 8, 2022The Construction Skills Certification Scheme mourns the death of Her Majesty The Queen.
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CSCS Chief Executive to participate in CEO Sleepout
September 7, 2022Sean Kearns is to participate in a CEO Sleepout on Monday 21st November 2022 at Lord's.
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IIRSM members with relevant skills eligible for CSCS cards
September 7, 2022The International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) is now a CSCS-recognised approved professional body.
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How to submit an Employer Application for a CSCS card
August 31, 2022The guidance for employers making CSCS card applications on behalf of their workforce has been updated.
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CSCS Smart Check: FASET training course expiry dates
August 12, 2022Industry is being reminded to make thorough checks on FASET cards for details such as safety critical training, CPD, additional functionality and other certifications.
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Not all occupations require CSCS cards
July 18, 2022CSCS is reminding the industry that people in non-construction related occupations do not need a CSCS card.
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Supporting apprentices with free CSCS cards
July 11, 2022CSCS is to make all Apprentice cards free of charge to help ensure applicants begin their careers on the correct card.
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CSCS reminds industry of need to accept digital SICCS cards
June 20, 2022CSCS is reminding the industry to accept cards from partner schemes when presented at site gates.
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Closure of the Personal Fall Protection Installer Permanent Solutions courses
June 16, 2022CSCS is announcing the withdrawal of the Kee Safety and HCL Personal Fall Protection Installer Permanent Solution courses.
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CSCS Smart Check app updated
June 16, 2022CSCS Smart Check now includes a number of additional card schemes and an improved fraud reporting process.
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CSCS Chief Executive Graham Wren retires
June 10, 2022CSCS Chief Executive Graham Wren is to retire next month.
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Construction Industry Council launches new route to CSCS Card for Built Environment Professionals
June 8, 2022The CIC has launched a cutting edge e-learning Heath & Safety Certification course, which represents an acceptable alternative to the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test.
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CSCS Smart Check: already raising standards
May 6, 2022The new CSCS Smart Check app has made its mark on the industry in its first month.
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Construction News: CSCS Smart Check app keeps watch over skills
April 20, 2022Andy Reakes, chair of the CSCS Smart Check working group, speaks to Construction News about the app.
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CSCS Smart Check: One app to check millions of qualifications
April 1, 2022The new CSCS Smart Check app is out now to download free of charge.
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CITB announce Health, safety and environment test price rise
April 1, 2022The price of the Construction Industry Training Board's (CITB) Health, safety and environment test is now £22.50.
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CSCS Smart Check - Go-live information
March 31, 2022A summary of the key points around CSCS Smart Check ahead of the app's launch.
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CSCS Smart Check app | March update
March 3, 2022The CSCS Smart Check app project team provide the latest update on its development.
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CSCS Smart Check webinars
March 2, 2022A series of CSCS Smart Check webinars are to take place throughout March.
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Construction Enquirer: New app set to simplify site skills card checks
February 22, 2022Construction Enquirer reports on the upcoming rollout of the CSCS Smart Check app.
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Information regarding Professional Development Awards (SQA)
January 27, 2022CSCS seeks to provide clarification on Scottish Qualification Authority (SQA) Professional Development Awards (PDAs).
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CSCS Smart Check app | January 2022 update
January 25, 2022The CSCS Smart Check app's project team have issued their first update of 2022.
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New CSCS Smart Check app to revolutionise card verification procedures
December 14, 2021The new app is set to radically improve the construction industry’s card checking procedures and site safety.
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CSCS publishes Annual Review 2021
December 13, 2021CSCS has published its Annual Review for 2021, reviewing highlights from the year and priorities for 2022.
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Applying for CSCS cards: Common queries answered
December 12, 2021CSCS sets out to address some of the common misconceptions and misunderstandings around the scheme.
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SBATC and CSCS card partnership ends after successful seven years
December 9, 2021CSCS cards will no longer be automatically given to SBATC-registered apprentices after changes to construction apprenticeship frameworks.
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Chartered Society of Designers members eligible for CSCS cards
November 16, 2021The Chartered Society of Designers is now recognised as a professional body by CSCS.
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Changes to Occupational Work Supervision NVQ structure and CSCS cards
September 16, 2021The National Working Group for Occupational Work Supervision (OWS) has confirmed the removal of the endorsement list and redefined the pre-entry requirements for the OWS N/SVQ.
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Industry Placement card set to launch ahead of new academic year
August 26, 2021The card is to be made available from September 1st, ahead of the new academic year.
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Certain City and Guilds qualifications to require accompanying e-certificates
August 25, 2021Applications using qualifications from 2012 onwards will require an accompanying e-certificate from 1st September 2021.
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CSCS and CITB talk fraud with Fix Radio
August 20, 2021Alan O'Neile and Ian Sidney spoke to Fix Radio's Clive Holland about the issue.
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Registrations open for employers to take part in Open Doors 2021
August 12, 2021Open Doors 2021 will once again gives visitor a unique insight into working in construction.
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New NEBOSH qualification now accepted for Academically Qualified Person applications
August 3, 2021The NEBOSH Health & Safety Management for Construction (UK) qualification is to be accepted for Academically Qualified Person (AQP) card applications.
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CSCS improve Academically Qualified Person applications
June 9, 2021A recent review of the AQP card identified the need to simplify the application process.
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Industry Placement card sets learners on the right pathway into construction
June 2, 2021To support learners transitioning from the classroom into the workplace, the construction industry is introducing the Industry Placement Card.
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SICCS picks up CSCS occupations
May 6, 2021CSCS is notifying the industry that all shopfitting occupations are being transferred to the SICCS scheme.
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CICES continued recognition by CSCS
April 15, 2021Members of the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES) can use their memberships to apply for CSCS cards
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More Institution of Lighting members eligible for CSCS cards
March 22, 2021Affiliates of the Institute of Lighting Professionals can now apply for the Professionally Qualified Person card.
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Academic qualifications transferred to Electrotechnical Certification Scheme
March 15, 2021Electrotechnical qualifications currently accepted for the AQP card are to be transferred to ECS.
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Academic qualifications transferred to Building Engineering Services
March 15, 2021Building Engineering Services qualifications accepted for the AQP card are being transferred to SKILLcard.
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RICS recognised by CSCS
March 3, 2021CSCS is pleased to announce that Associate and Chartered members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) can use their memberships to apply for CSCS cards.
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CourseSight-CSCS link simplifies site admin
February 12, 2021Linking Reference Point’s CourseSight system with the CSCS GoSmart app continues to bring benefits to training providers.
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Partner Card Scheme GQA announce new card design
January 29, 2021GQA, the CSCS Partner Card Scheme which issues the Q-card has announced the launch of a new Card design.
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FASET becomes the latest CSCS Partner Card Scheme
January 25, 2021The Fall Arrest Safety Equipment Training association (FASET) has teamed up with CSCS, to issue FASET cards which display the CSCS logo for the safety netting and temporary safety systems industry.
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New CSCS cards are virtually the same
December 18, 2020The Construction Skills Certification Scheme has announced the launch of a virtual card and new app.
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Annual Review 2020
December 17, 2020CSCS has published its Annual Review 2020
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Postal applications: past their best
December 10, 2020The Construction Skills Certification Scheme is reminding the industry not to send in CSCS card applications by post. Applications received by post will not be processed.
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CSCS accepts recognised apprenticeships
December 9, 2020The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has updated its requirements related to the acceptance of apprenticeships by CSCS and its partner card schemes.
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PASMA joins CSCS as Partner Card Scheme
November 9, 2020PASMA, the recognised authority in access towers, and CSCS, the leading card scheme for the UK construction industry, have become a CSCS Partner Card Scheme.
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Health and Safety Awareness Course Goes Online
October 7, 2020CITB have introduced an online version of the Health and Safety Awareness (HSA) Course. The online course can be used to apply for the green Labourer card.
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New features added to CourseSight
September 16, 2020New training and courses booked through CourseSight will now be automatically added to a CSCS card.
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CSCS supports Talent Retention Scheme
September 7, 2020The Construction Leadership Council has launched the Talent Retention Scheme (CLC TRS) to keep essential talent within the UK Construction industry.
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CSCS no long accepting new alternatives to the Level 1 Award
May 7, 2020CSCS has made the decision to stop accepting any further alternatives to the RQF Level 1 Award
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British Safety Council to withdraw delivery of Labourer card qualification
April 1, 2020The British Safety Council recently announced their plans to stop delivering the Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment.
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IOSH launch Safety, Health and Environment course
March 30, 2020IOSH have introduced a new course called ‘Safety, Health and Environment for Construction Workers’ which will be accepted for the CSCS Labourer card.
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New route to a card for welders
March 17, 2020The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS), the Safety Assessment Federation (SAFed), and Structural and Weld Testing Services Ltd (SWTS) have announced a new route for welders to gain a “Skilled Worker – Qualified Welder” card displaying the CSCS logo.
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iPhone game changer for electronic card checks
March 5, 2020CSCS is pleased to announce that electronic card checks are now available on iPhones.
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Validating your CITB HS&E test
February 25, 2020To apply for your CSCS card you will need your HS&E Test ID.
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Annual Review 2019
January 31, 2020CSCS has published its Annual Review for 2019
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Online application issues
January 30, 2020Online application issues
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CSCS ends exemption to Health, safety and environment test requirement
September 2, 2019CSCS has ended an exemption CSCS card applicants could previously use to get a CSCS card without passing the Construction Industry Training Board’s (CITB) Health, safety and environment test.
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CSCS launches new website
August 6, 2019Improved navigation, combined with a contemporary look and feel will improve the experience for visitors to the site.
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Professional body members eligible for cards
July 29, 2019Full member and other relevant grades of membership of CSCS recognised professional bodies can apply for the CSCS Professionally Qualified Person (PQP) card.
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CSCS to end exemption to the CITB Health, safety and environment test
June 17, 2019CSCS is withdrawing an exemption to the HSE test requirement for getting a CSCS card.
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Important Notice for Construction Support Line Applicants
April 15, 2019CSCS is no longer accepting card applications from Construction Support Line
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Changes to the Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test
April 12, 2019The Health, safety and environment test for the construction industry is being updated on 26 June 2019.
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Look for the logo
April 4, 2019If you work in a specialist occupation, then you should apply for a card from one of our specialist Partner Card Schemes.
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CSCS to withdraw postal applications
April 1, 2019The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) has announced plans to withdraw postal applications.
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CSCS announce plans to withdraw Industry Accreditation
March 5, 2019CSCS has consulted with the industry and agreed a plan that will pave the way for the eventual withdrawal of cards issued under Industry Accreditation.
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CSCS to launch online application service
March 1, 2019The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) will be launching an updated online service aimed at speeding up the CSCS card application process.
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Guidance on work experience placements
February 28, 2019CSCS is asking employers to remember that not everyone on their site needs a CSCS card.
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Guidance for Managers with academic qualifications
February 27, 2019CSCS has issued guidance for construction managers who hold academic qualifications
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CSCS approves gold card for past graduates of TSA Surveying Course
February 21, 2019Past graduates of The Survey Association’s Surveying Course can now use the course to get a Gold CSCS card
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Annual Review 2018
January 3, 2019CSCS has published its Annual Review for 2018
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Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship gains CSCS recognition
November 28, 2018The training organisation Youthforce has developed a new skills development programme for the Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard for Laboratory Technicians
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CSCS introduce online employer applications
November 26, 2018The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is set to launch an improved employer application process that is quicker, easier and online.
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Digital College online award reinstated
November 15, 2018CSCS is pleased to announce that The British safety Council has reinstated the Digital College's online Level 1 Award ‘Health & Safety in a Construction Environment’ course and qualification.
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Jail sentence for online card manufacturer
October 26, 2018A man who manufactured and sold fake construction industry skill cards has been jailed for more than 3 years.
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EUSR issues new cards
October 22, 2018The Energy & Utility Skills Register (EUSR) has been rebranded, as part of a series of measures to add value to the energy and utilities sector workforce.
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Professional Body status for the Chartered Institute of Housing
October 15, 2018CSCS are pleased to confirm that Chartered Member and Fellow grades at the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) are now eligible for the Professionally Qualified Person (PQP) card.
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Bricklayer Trailblazer gains CSCS recognition
October 8, 2018CSCS is pleased to announce recognition of the new bricklayer apprenticeship standard Level 2 developed by the FMB-led employer group, in partnership with the wider industry. On completion of the apprenticeship workers will be able to apply for the CSCS blue Skilled Worker card.
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New white paper highlights the need for more CSCS SmartCards to be checked electronically
September 25, 2018A new white paper by CSCS IT Partner Donseed looks at the statistics behind how CSCS SmartCards are currently being verified on site.
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Launch of FIS #iBuiltThis2018 campaign
August 30, 2018FIS have announced the launch of their #iBuiltThis2018 campaign.
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NPORS cards wrongly turned away from site
August 9, 2018CSCS recently received reports that holders of NPORS cards (one of CSCS’s Partner Card Schemes) have had workers turned away from site because their cards were considered not to be approved by CSCS.
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FIS launches CSCS card upgrade offers for the drylining trade
August 1, 2018FIS have introduced two offers to help fit-out sector drylining operatives upgrade to the Blue Skilled Worker CSCS card, an essential replacement for the expired CRO cards which cannot be renewed.
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Overseas qualifications under the spotlight
July 30, 2018Over the last few years CSCS has made a number of high profile changes that ensure construction workers hold the correct qualifications for the job they do on site.
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CSCS announce price rise
July 9, 2018CSCS will be increasing the cost of a card to £36 (this includes VAT) with effect from 1st September 2018. This increase applies to all cards administered directly by CSCS.
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CSCS to withdraw the Construction Site Visitor card
June 13, 2018All Construction Site Visitor cards issued from 3rd September 2018 will expire on 31st August 2020 and CSCS will stop issuing the card from 28th February 2020.
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CITB announce Health, safety and environment test price rise
May 17, 2018CITB’s Health, safety and environment test currently costs £19.50. However, CITB have announced that from Monday 18th June 2018 the price will increase to £21
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British Safety Council suspends The Digital College’s delivery of Labourer qualification
May 3, 2018The British Safety Council (BSC) has confirmed the suspension of the Digital College’s delivery of the RQF Level 1 Award Health and Safety in a Construction Environment.
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CSCS welcomes new Chairman
April 20, 2018The Construction Skills Certification Scheme is pleased to announce the appointment of Carolyn Uphill as Chairman of the Board with effect from 1st May 2018.
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Labourers wrongly turned away from site due to CSCS logo confusion
March 27, 2018CSCS recently received reports that holders of the GQA CSCS Q-card (one of CSCS’s Partner Card Schemes) have had Labourers turned away from site because their cards and their occupations were not considered to be approved by CSCS.
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CSCS approves Safe2Site online course
March 5, 2018CSCS is pleased to announce that the Safe2Site online course has been approved as the latest route to the green Labourer card.
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British Safety Council cracks down on fraudulent Level 1 Award certificates
February 27, 2018BSC have taken the decision to stop verifying or replacing older versions of their certificates
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Asbestos occupations moved to Partner Schemes
January 30, 2018The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is notifying the industry that asbestos related occupations are being moved to alternative schemes.
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Go Smart to be withdrawn from Windows phones
January 24, 2018Following confirmation that Microsoft are ending their support for Windows phones, CSCS is withdrawing the Go smart app for Windows phones.
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Blasting sector occupations transferred
January 22, 2018The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is notifying the industry that blasting occupations are being transferred to the Blasting Competency Scheme (BCS)
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Annual Review 2017 published
January 9, 2018CSCS has published its Annual Review for 2017
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CITB to withdraw from CSCS card administration service
December 4, 2017The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has taken the decision to serve notice on its contract to provide the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) with card application and contact centre services.
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LISS cards get smarter
November 28, 2017The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI), the leading trade association for landscape professionals in the UK, has today announced its adoption of Go Smart
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Construction Leadership Council (CLC) reinforces backing of CSCS logo and a qualified workforce
November 28, 2017Following the success of the CLC’s 2015 decision and its adoption across the industry the CLC have announced further enhancements to the original requirements.
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WQ Inspection & Certification route for welders to obtain CSCS cards
November 24, 2017The Construction Skills Certification Scheme and the Safety Assessment Federation have announced an extension to their route for welders, with a card offered by its member WQ Inspection & Certification (WQiC).
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Professional Body status for the Institute of Carpenters
November 16, 2017CSCS are pleased to confirm that Fellow and Member grades at the Institute of Carpenters (IoC) are now eligible for the CSCS Professionally Qualified Person (PQP) card.
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Health, safety & environment test redevelopment
November 8, 2017CITB is reviewing the Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test to ensure that it continues to contribute towards a qualified workforce with the right knowledge, skills and training.
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Enhanced verification of overseas qualifications
November 6, 2017From 1st December 2017, overseas construction workers wishing to work in the UK will have the technical content of their overseas qualification mapped against the relevant UK National Occupational Standard for that occupation.
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New SAFed route for welders to obtain CSCS cards
October 9, 2017The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS), the Safety Assessment Federation (SAFed) and Zurich Engineering have announced a new route for welders to gain a SAFed card displaying the CSCS logo.
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Cold calling security notice
September 27, 2017CSCS has received reports from some employers that they are being contacted by individuals claiming to be CSCS agents and asking for card details.
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NAS goes virtual with the SICCS skills card
September 19, 2017The National Association of Shopfitters & Interior Contractors (NAS) is delighted to announce the launch of its new Virtual SICCS Smartcard - a digital card that is stored in an app called Vircarda on a smartphone - developed by Reference Point for the CSCS Go Smart platform.
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Glazing occupations now on the Q-card
August 29, 2017The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is notifying the industry that glazing/fenestration occupations are being transferred to the GQA Qualifications (formerly Glass Qualifications Authority) Q-Card.
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CSCS accepts the PCN Certification
August 25, 2017CSCS and the British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing (BINDT) have agreed a new route to a CSCS card.
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Last Call for CRO Cards
August 23, 2017The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is reminding the industry that time is almost up for 85,000 Construction Related Occupation (CRO) cards.
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Enhanced document verification tackles overseas card fraud
August 18, 2017From October 2017 UK NARIC will be introducing a new application process for holders of construction skills certificates that have been awarded overseas.
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CSCS accepts Water Jetters training programme
August 8, 2017The Water Jetting Association (WJA) Safety Awareness Training Programme has been approved as an equivalent to the Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Associated Industrial Services Occupations (Water Jetting.
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Virtual is getting real
July 21, 2017The National Federation of Demolition Contractors in conjunction with the National Demolition Training Group, have recently announced the launch of a new virtual CCDO SmartCard.
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MSite and Carillion go smart with pre-induction
July 20, 2017Carillion Construction Services has transformed its company-wide inductions process by using the MSITE pre-induction system.
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Qualification developed for Architectural Metalworker
June 15, 2017Following feedback from the industry, CITB has concluded that there is a need for an Architectural Metalworker qualification.
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Thermal Insulation occupations moved to TICA
June 2, 2017The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is notifying the industry the Thermal Insulation Operative will be transferred to the new TICA Skill Card.
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CSCS cards: new rules for asbestos operatives
May 26, 2017The Asbestos Removal Management Institute (ARMI), the standard setting body for Asbestos, has confirmed the qualification requirements for the Asbestos Removal Operative blue Skilled Worker card.
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Why a 100% carded workforce isn’t always 100% right
May 25, 2017People attending site to perform a non-construction related occupation should not be expected to carry a CSCS card.
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SSPC Trainthepainter signs agreement to display CSCS logo
April 28, 2017We are pleased to announce that SSPC Trainthepainter have become a partner card scheme.
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CSCS announces new apprenticeship funding agreement with CCATF
April 28, 2017The Cross-industry Construction Apprenticeship Taskforce (CCATF) has reached agreement with the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) for a funding package in support of the CCATF’ ‘Pathway to Construction’ Scheme.
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CITB research into the experiences of non-UK construction workers
April 21, 2017CITB has commissioned IFF Research and the Institute of Employment Research (IER) to undertake an important piece of research into the experiences of non-UK workers in the construction sector across Great Britain. This research will help inform industry by identifying current and potential skills needs.
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Smart thinking by JIB PMES
April 20, 2017The Joint Industry Board for Plumbing Mechanical Engineering Services in England and Wales (JIB-PMES) are pleased to announce the introduction of smart technology.
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Locksmith and Safe Engineer occupations withdrawn from CSCS
March 29, 2017The Master Locksmiths Association (MLA), with support from the Standard Setting Body – Skills for Security, have formally requested that “Locksmith” and “Safe Engineer” occupations be withdrawn from the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS).
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CITB research into the experiences of non-UK construction workers
March 28, 2017CITB has commissioned IFF Research and the Institute of Employment Research (IER) to undertake an important piece of research into the experiences of non-UK workers in the construction sector across Great Britain.
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Professional Body status for the BIFM
February 1, 2017CSCS are pleased to confirm that the British Institute of Facilities Management (BIFM) members are now eligible for a CSCS Professionally Qualified Person (PQP) card.
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National SmartCard audit on 8th February
January 27, 2017Build UK and CECA are holding a SmartCard audit across all their members’ sites on 8th February
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Annual Review 2016 published
January 10, 2017CSCS has published the Annual Review for 2016
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CSCS to stop issuing CRO cards from 31st March 2017
January 5, 2017The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is reminding the industry to get ready for the withdrawal of the Construction Related Occupation (CRO) card.
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Occupations moved to ECS
December 12, 2016The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is notifying the industry that the Communications Installer and Team Leader occupations will be transferred to the Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS).
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No CSCS cards for NVQ Assessors
October 27, 2016CSCS is advising NVQ Assessors and Verifiers that they do not require CSCS cards
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The CCDO Scheme goes Smart
September 12, 2016From the 1st September 2016 all NDTG completed training courses will result in one of the new style CCDO Smart Cards cards being issued.
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Clarification for Cleaners
September 7, 2016CSCS cards are intended for construction related occupations only. Industry recognises that due to the diverse nature of construction projects, there are occasions when a person may need to access a construction site to perform a non-construction activity and that these individuals would not be expected to carry a CSCS card.
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Trainee Card Changes
August 1, 2016Trainee cards have changed. Find out how this will affect you
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Sites Go Smart with SmartCards in Construction Manager
July 5, 2016Construction Manager, the official magazine of the CIOB, is helping CSCS to push for more sites to adopt SmartCard technology. Despite the numerous benefits of the CSCS Smartech contained in every CSCS card, recent surveys show that few sites are taking advantage of this free feature.
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Trainee card changes - are you ready?
June 30, 2016Feedback from industry has told CSCS the acceptance of qualifications not based on a National Occupational Standard is causing confusion amongst card holders and their employers.
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Employers urged to check CSCS cards the Smart way
April 18, 2016Following extensive reports in the media earlier this year highlighting the dangers of construction card fraud, CSCS is urging employers to carry out electronic card checks before allowing workers on site.
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Profiled Route is now closed
April 1, 2016Profiled route has closed.
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CSCS cards provide smart way to reduce vibration damage
March 31, 2016Following a report from the HSE* saying that construction has higher rates of vibration white finger and carpal tunnel syndrome than any other sector, employers across the industry are looking at ways to tackle the ill effects of working with vibrating equipment on construction sites.
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Lightning Conductor Engineers and Steeplejacks: are you ready?
March 22, 2016A new requirement is in place for operatives renewing their Lightning Conductor Engineer or Steeplejack CSCS card.
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Are you paying too much for your CSCS card?
March 15, 2016Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) is urging employers and construction workers to be vigilant when dealing with third party companies that offer CSCS card application services.
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CLC: One Industry Logo. What does it mean for you?
March 3, 2016At the beginning of 2015 the CLC announced (via its Industrial Strategy: Construction 2025) that industry, including trade associations, contractors, clients and government should specify and promote card schemes carrying the CSCS logo with no equivalents accepted.
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Annual Review 2015
February 9, 2016CSCS has published its Annual Review for 2015.
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New application slashes CSCS card check times for home builders
February 1, 2016New card checking applications saves housebuilder 500 working days per year
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Employers urged to check CSCS cards electronically
January 25, 2016The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) and the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) have revoked 4,615 cards, following investigations into fraudulent activity at five test centres.
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Construction industry united in fight against fraud
December 9, 2015The recent BBC Newsnight undercover investigation identified fraudulent activity at some test centres delivering construction industry training. The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), British Safety Council (BSC) and Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) has made the following joint statement:
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Changes to Profiled Route
December 4, 2015CSCS will stop accepting all applications via the Profiled Route from 1st April 2016.
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BBC Fake Britain reporting on construction industry certification cards
December 4, 2015Following the BBC’s episode of Fake Britain broadcast on 4th December regarding the use of fake skills certification cards, CSCS has made a statment.
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BBC fraud investigation: CSCS confirms cards at risk of cancellation
November 9, 2015BBC fraud investigation: CSCS confirms cards at risk of cancellation
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Action taken in light of fraud exposure
October 23, 2015CSCS takes the issue of fraudulent activity extremely seriously.
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BBC reporting fraudulent behaviour in the classroom
October 21, 2015Following the reports on BBC London and Newsnight (Wednesday 21 October) regarding people fraudulently obtaining construction related qualifications, CSCS has made a statement.
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CSCS hits 2 million
October 21, 2015CSCS recently presented the two millionth card.
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Smart move by SKILLcard
October 12, 2015First scheme affiliated to CSCS to switch to chip-enabled smart technology
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CRO changes from October 1st
October 1, 2015CRO cards are changing from 1st October and will no longer be issued from 31st March 2017.
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Changes to the CRO card – another step towards a fully qualified workforce
August 24, 2015This page contains information about changes to the CRO card.
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CSCS consultation on hold until further notice
April 27, 2015The CSCS Board has decided to defer consultation on simpifying the scheme.
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Changes to profiled route
March 16, 2015From 1st May 2015 the following rules will apply for all profiled route applications submitted to CSCS
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Trevor Walker
March 4, 2015It is with regret that we announce that former CSCS Chairman Trevor Walker has died after a long battle with illness.
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Results of level one award pilot project...
June 13, 2014New qualification for Labourers – Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment
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CSCS certificates withdrawn...
November 19, 2013CSCS is withdrawing its Certificates of Commitment with immediate effect.
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Green card changes
September 24, 2013From 1st July 2014 the green CSCS Construction Site Operative (CSO) card is no longer being issued.